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 Singer/Songwriter/Producer, David P Stevens is finally beginning to break through and become recognized for his unique writing and production abilities. Quickly becoming a recognized name in songwriting, production, and performance, is LA-based, multi-talented, guitarist, David P. Stevens. Reminiscent of one of his biggest influences Babyface, David shows us the full range of his musical prowess and passion in more ways than one. Equipped with the precision and the skills needed to stand out from the crowd, Stevens has shared the stage and studio with prominent artists, such as Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne, Najee, Jaguar Wright, Frank McComb, LaToya London, Lisa McClendon, and many more. As a top-notch performer, Stevens has graced the stage during a variety of popular music festivals, such as Berks Jazz Fest, Rehoboth Jazz Fest, Queen City Summer Fest, Capital Jazz Cruise, Lake Arbor Jazz Fest, and more. David is confidently solidifying his place as a funky, dynamic, and exceptionally creative artist with a unique sound of his own. He continues to garner the positive attention of music aficionados from all over the world! He has done songs placed by Anthony Hamilton, LaToya London, Will Downing, Maysa, Jaguar Wright, Lisa McClendon, Yara Shahidi, Adobe, Shawn Rivera from the group As Yet, Mitchell Jones from the group Commissioned, and many more, we find David building a dynamic multi-genre catalog, that is in line with him becoming the next mega-producer to emerge! Known for his electrifying, high-energy performances, we now find David P. Stevens touring the world and captivating crowds, as he showcases original songs from his 8 explosive albums. Support the showMusic Artist interview

Singer/Songwriter/Producer, David P Stevens is finally beginning to break through and become recognized for his unique writing and production abilities. Quickly becoming a recognized name in songwriting, production, and performance, is LA-based, multi-talented, guitarist, David P. Stevens. Reminiscent of one of his biggest influences Babyface, David shows us the full range of his musical prowess and passion in more ways than one. Equipped with the precision and the skills needed to stand out from the crowd, Stevens has shared the stage and studio with prominent artists, such as Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne, Najee, Jaguar Wright, Frank McComb, LaToya London, Lisa McClendon, and many more. As a top-notch performer, Stevens has graced the stage during a variety of popular music festivals, such as Berks Jazz Fest, Rehoboth Jazz Fest, Queen City Summer Fest, Capital Jazz Cruise, Lake Arbor Jazz Fest, and more. David is confidently solidifying his place as a funky, dynamic, and exceptionally creative artist with a unique sound of his own. He continues to garner the positive attention of music aficionados from all over the world! He has done songs placed by Anthony Hamilton, LaToya London, Will Downing, Maysa, Jaguar Wright, Lisa McClendon, Yara Shahidi, Adobe, Shawn Rivera from the group As Yet, Mitchell Jones from the group Commissioned, and many more, we find David building a dynamic multi-genre catalog, that is in line with him becoming the next mega-producer to emerge! Known for his electrifying, high-energy performances, we now find David P. Stevens touring the world and captivating crowds, as he showcases original songs from his 8 explosive albums. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ladydiva-live-radio--2579466/support.

*Bienvenidos al Mundo Magico del Smooth Jazz, en su Ed 338, incluimos las ultimas novedades asi como un recuerdo a dos grandes musicos Nick Colionne y Chuck Loeb* Welcome to the Magical World of Smooth Jazz, in its Ed 338, we include the latest news as well as a memory of two great musicians Nick Colionne and Chuck Loeb

Smooth Jazz Top 100 es la lista de lo más escuchado del Smooth Jazz en España y LATAM. Nuestra lista se confecciona en base a reproducciones en plataformas digitales (1 punto por mil reproducciones), aparición en podcast ( 3 puntos por podcast) y reproducciones en emisoras de radio (5 puntos por reproducción) PLAYLIST 02:00 Nick Colionne – Let’s Take A Ride 06:00 Hank Bilal – Sunny Days (feat. Phil Denny) feat. Phil Denny 10:00 Jazz Holdouts – Ya Never Know 14:30 Greg Manning – Your Love Is Good 18:30 Sean U – U Groove 22:30 Mattias Roos – Early Sunrise 27:00 Thom Rotella – Virtual Insanity 30:30 Tim Hazanov – About a Girl 38:00 Justin-Lee Schultz – Fellowship (Feat. Dave Koz) 41:30 Jacob Webb – All In 44:30 Dee Brown – The Thing Is… 45:30 Darryl Williams – San Jose (feat. Rick Braun) feat. Rick Braun 47:00 Djsaxlondon – Midnight Drive 48:30 Eric Knight – Can We Talk 51:00 Christophe Goze – At the End of the Street 55:30 Kayla Waters – Undulation

Tonight's VIP is Mr. Chris Miskel, CEO of KENDRE Music Group. Chris is naturally gifted to do what he loves. He said he has never taken formal lessons and has gained the majority of his inspiration from mentors, Oscar Seaton Jr. and Khari Parker. He has admiration for Steve Gadd, Steve Jordan, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Dave Weckl. In 2003, Chris began touring with guitarist Nick Colionne and in late 2006, with smooth jazz artist Brian Culbertson during his Soulful Christmas tour. He is currently touring with Brian Culbertson and Will Downing but has performed with a variety of artists. By playing with many musicians, Chris has acquired the ability to play the drums in multiple styles and genres of music. He believes adapting to various musical situations is essential to being a well-rounded musician. When Chris is home between tours, he continues strengthening his drumming techniques, solos, and improvisation by performing in local clubs and participating in jam sessions. According to Chris, "The vibe you receive from playing in local clubs allows you to stretch out and just play! Playing what I feel and being able to transcend my vibe to the fans and get a reaction from them is what makes my job wonderful". One quote he stands by is “If u do what you've always done you"ll get what you've always gotten.” #ChrisMiskel #drummer #jazz #rnb #music #BrianCulbertson #TiffanyRochelle #thepeoplescheerleader #HearMyHeart #chicago #WillDowning, #producerlife #musicdirector #bYou #LifeCoach #Success #Life #Encouragement #podcast #talkShow #Coach #GrowthMindset #Author #LifePurpose #mindset #motivation #inspiration #youtube #applepodcast #Spotify

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The late (and great) Nick Colionne (Episode 118), Bill Heller of the Rippingtons (Episode 113), bass legend Jeff Berlin (Episode 143) and bluesman Tab Benoit (Episode 133) are featured on this very special episode!  Your "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis, and show creator and producer, Ray White, share highlights from Episodes 101-149, as we celebrate our 150th show.  So here we go...revisiting our most listened to shows, Volume 3, and the lastest from these Coool CAT musicians, too!!

National recording artist Tony Exum Jr. is a contemporary jazz, R&B, and funk saxophonist, songwriter, and performer with a sultry and soulful sound He remains a staple in the national contemporary jazz circuit with Performances across the U.S. Tony has taken 2022 to new heights musically and professionally with an Unrestrained passion and impeccable work ethic that is second to none. Tony's catalog consists of two critically acclaimed albums, "Finally" and "The One" and 5 singles including two Smooth Jazz Network top 100 charting singles "Brighter Days" (with David P. Stevens) and "Get At You" feat. Desmond "Motown" Washington. In late 2021, Tony signed his first recording contract with BSE Recordings and released his current single in the summer of 2022 "Everything" Produced by BSE CEO Lou Humphrey, Arika Kane, and Jasmon Joyner. Performed with Gerald Albright, Marcus Anderson, Eric Merienthal, Jackiem Joyner, Eric Darius, Euge Groove, Najee, Nick Colionne, Julian Vaughn, Adam Hawley, Elan Trotman, Blake Aaron, Brian Lenair, Deon Yates, Phillip ‘Doc' Martin and Paula Atherton. Opened for R&B artists The Delfonics, Denise Williams, Rose Royce, Dennis Edwards and The Temptations Review, and Jeffrey Osborne. Performed with Norman Connors, KeKe Wyatt, Sunshine Anderson, Kelly Price, Actor/Singer Leon, The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Chi-Lites, The Manhattans, Miki Howard, Dave Hollister, Silk, Donell Jones, Aysha Webb, Gail Jhonson. Beyond work as a recording artist, Tony embarked on a career in radio hosting in 2017 on Colorado Springs FM Station Jazz 93.5 FM with over 20 hours per week of on-air time.

NO TE PIERDAS LOS NUEVOS LANZAMIENTOS DEL SMOOTH JAZZ: https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-smooth-jazz-discover_sq_f11360464_1.html _____________________________________________________________________________ Viajar en el tiempo, unos de los fervientes deseos del ser humano. Nosotros aquí lo hacemos: viajamos al pasado para recordar grandes éxitos del Smooth Jazz que ya son icónicos. Temas que permanecen en nuestra memoria pero que no recordábamos. Te refrescamos musilcalmente. Cascos, sofá y 60 minutos de tu tiempo… sólo te pedimos eso. Vamos del impresionante Hardcastle - sí, el de aquel 19 que todavía rememoramos- al desaparecido Nick Colionne que nos dejaba en enero de este año. Vamos al Minucci de los mejores tiempos y recalamos en temas impresionantes de los Acoustic Alchemy, formación que nació y crece a la sombra de las guitarras acústicas de Simon James y Nick Webb . No podía faltar la nobleza de todo esto: The Rippingtones - la banda estadounidense de Smooth jazz y Crossover jazz, formada en 1986 por el guitarrista Russ Freeman -, Bob Baldwin -creador y rey del Urban Jazz- o el gran Torcuato Mariano, el maestro nacido en Argentina, y afincado en la tierra de Pelé, que ahora también tiene voz en el televisivo The Voice Brasil. Acompañó a los grandes... Léo Gandelman, Djavan, Gal Costa, Gilberto Gil, Cazuza, Caetano Veloso o Marina Lima. Time travel, one of mankind's fervent desires. We do it here: we travel back in time to remember great Smooth Jazz hits that are already iconic. Tracks that remain in our memory but that we didn't remember. We refresh you musically. Headphones, sofa and 60 minutes of your time... that's all we ask of you. We go from the impressive Hardcastle - yes, the one from that 19th that we still remember - to the late Nick Colionne who left us in January this year. Let's go to the Minucci of the best times and let's go to impressive songs by the Acoustic Alchemy, a band that was born and grew up in the shadow of the acoustic guitars of Simon James and Nick Webb. The Rippingtones - the American Smooth jazz and Crossover jazz band, formed in 1986 by guitarist Russ Freeman -, Bob Baldwin - creator and king of Urban Jazz - or the great Torcuato Mariano, the master born in Argentina, and settled in the land of Pelé, who now also has a voice in The Voice Brazil, could not be missing from all this. He accompanied the greats... Léo Gandelman, Djavan, Gal Costa, Gilberto Gil, Cazuza, Caetano Veloso and Marina Lima. 2009 | PETER WHITE "JUST GIVE ME A CHANCE" 2008 | PAUL HARDCASTLE "KEEP MOVIN' ON" 2006 | NICK COLIONNE "KEEPIN' IT COOL" 2002 | JOE MCBRIDE "KEEPIN' IT REAL" 2003 | CHIELI MINUCCI "KICKIN' IT HARD" 2001 | RICK BRAUN "KISSES IN THE RAIN" 2003 | ACOUSTIC ALCHEMY "MILO" 2009 | THE RIPPINGTONS "MODERN ART" 1988 | THE RIPPINGTONS "MOROCCO" 2000 | BOB BALDWIN "NEVER CAN SAY GOODBYE" 1999 | 3RD FORCE "REVELATION OF THE HEART" 1994 | TORCUATO MARIANO "RIO STOMP" 2015 | LUXURY GROOVES "ROYAL TRAVELLER"

Jackiem Joyner is a dynamic saxophonist who has released 8 solo projects during his career.  Since hitting the road, he's toured or recorded with Keiko Matsui, Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum, and Jonathan Butler - just to name a few.  Jackiem has had several songs reach the top of the contemporary jazz charts.  In addition, he has authored several novels which span from gritty urban thrillers to imaginative science fiction stories.  Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Jackiem who talked about his new single "Say What," his unfortunate injury, releasing singles and EP's strategy, writing songs and Radio Shack!  Your "hostess with the mostess" Lisa Davis features the late (and great) Nick Colionne, whose posthumous album is Just Like That and also vocalist Lindsey Webster who released Reasons earlier in 2022.  We're getting our groove on, here at the Coool CAT!

| Royal (Radio Edit)  | Andrew De La Foix feat. Angela Johnson | Let It Rain  | Leven Kali | Really No Chance  | Output/Input feat. Katie Holmes Smith | Back To Love  | Victor Haynes | Free To Be Me  | Rose Belk | What A Mighty God  | Izetta Thompson | Lionel Richie  | The Jack Moves | Six Ways  | The Jack Moves | Could It Be  | Dennis Taylor  | Want  | Dennis Taylor  | Stop (Soulpersona 'Red Light' Remix)  | Princess Freesia | Stuck In The Middle  | The Realm | The Switch (Clean)  | Mikhala Jené | Changes (Clean)  | Mikhala Jené | She's My Monday  | Saint Jaimz  | Strivin'  | Paris Jordan | Trust (feat. Rini)  | Thuy | Getting Late  | Kenyon Dixon | Drifting  | Khamari | Something More  | Alex Blair | Love Lost (feat. Mark Echols Jr.)  | Dy Echols | You Never (UK Sultry Bass)  | Grainger | Magic  | Ty Juan | Think About It (feat. Ayeisha Raquel & Emmavie)  | Nikhil Beats | Oh Girl (Remix)  | Frank Riley | Falling For You  | Sarah Jane | Fragile  | Sarah Jane | Love Letters  | Mary Wells | Lighten Up The Disco  | Vanessa Bright  | You Can Go  | Tara Lily | Together  | Zenesoul | Remedy (Gedi Clean Edit)  | Kara Tenae | What You Do To Me  | Nick Colionne | Step To This  | Nick Colionne | The Better Benediction (Part 2)  | PJ Morton

En esta edición estrenamos 'Its My Time', nuevo trabajo discográfico del teclista Nathan Mitchell en el que encontramos una de las últimas colaboraciones realizadas por el guitarrista Nick Colionne antes de su fallecimiento a comienzos de este año. En el repaso a recientes lanzamientos de la música Smooth Jazz reseñamos los álbumes de Boney James, Nils, Elan Trotman, Snarky Puppy y Peter Herold. En el bloque central recordamos la figura del cantante Bert Robinson, un artista fallecido en el año 2008.

Hey There, Friends! This week we chat with our new cousin Marcus Johnson, an independent Billboard-ranked musician, NAACP Image Award nominee, owner of FLO Brands and FLO Wine, JD and MBA, philanthropist, father, friend... and so much more! What is FLO (For the Love Of)? It represents the journey through which we discover those things in life that fulfill us and make each experience a little better. For the love of life, self, happiness, passion, joy…love itself. While pursuing his JD and MBA at Georgetown, he independently produced and distributed his first CD (Lessons in Love), which sold more than 40,000 units; a phenomenal success for an unknown independent artist's debut release. This album helped him launch his career as a renowned jazz keyboardist/pianist, and later, he released his second CD (Inter Alia), with staggering success This success caught the attention of Black Entertainment Television (BET) founder and businessman Robert L. Johnson, who invested and partnered with Marcus to establish Marimelj Entertainment Group. Under their partnership, MEG's label Three Keys Music housed Studio 8121, a full-service recording studio, and two music publishing companies: Marimelj Music Publishing and Three Keys Music Publishing. As head of Three Keys Music, Johnson produced and released on the Three Keys Music label national jazz artists: Michael Lington, Jaared Arosemena, Bobby Lyle, Nick Colionne, R&B singer, Alyson Williams, neo-soul songstress, Zahzarah; and smooth jazz Saxophonists Phillip Martin and Brian Lenair. To date, Marcus has released more than fifteen Billboard charted CDs, and has the distinction of having his groundbreaking 2008 Billboard Top 20 Contemporary Jazz FLO (For the Love Of) Anthology, which consisted of three distinct CDs -- FLO Chill, FLO Romance and FLO Standards - all chart Top 10 on Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts simultaneously. The release of Poetically Justified (2009) and This is How I Rock (2011), which were Top 20 Contemporary Jazz CDs, solidified Marcus Johnson as the heir apparent to the funky urban groove music style and sound made famous by legendary jazz greats, George Duke and Herbie Hancock. FLO Wines FLO {for the love of...} represents the journey through which we discover those things in life that fulfill us and make each experience a little better; for the love of life, self, happiness, passion, joy…love itself. FLO Wine is but one expression. Named a top 10 Celebrity Wine by USA Today. Marcus Johnson's Sips & Sounds are uniquely curated tasting experiences featuring sips from Flo Wine; varietals Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and our new Rosé, and Jazz sounds by Marcus Johnson with a special music set customized to the region/location we're in. The Sips + Sounds tasting experience strives to go “Behind the Apron” with collaborations highlighting diverse/minority-owned catering companies and/ or chefs that create exclusive culinary pairings with Flo Wine. ROSÉ The Rosé gives bright, floral aromas of lilac and rose petal with flavors of fresh strawberry and raspberry on the palate. It is light in body with refreshing acidity and a crisp, clean finish. CHARDONNAY The Chardonnay uses minimal oak, allowing the bright fruit to take center stage. Well-balanced, it offers Lemon and citrus notes with a hint of green apple. Flavors of tropical fruit, baked fig and vanilla with buttery overtones on the finish. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/therosehourpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/therosehourpodcast/support

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National recording artist and saxophonist Dee Lucas has been noted as the hardest working indie artist in contemporary jazz while steadily growing his brand and fan base beginning with Remembrance in 2004.  Thereafter, it has been a steady showcase of unique stylings with Something to Ride 2 (2007), Standing Room Only (2010), Rebirth of the Smooth (2012), The Smooth Factor (2014), Going Deeper (2016), The Sweet Spot (2017), Going Left (2018), and the critically-acclaimed The Time Is Now (2020).“The Time Is Now” marked his his 9th worldwide release and is arguably considered his best work to date.  It features some of the brightest producers and special guest artists in Adam Hawley, Blake Aaron, Darryl Williams, David P. Stevens, Lew Laing, Jr., Gino Rosaria, & George Freeman.  Dee's latest album has been positioned on several music charts including the Billboard Top 20 Smooth Jazz charts.  It also was recently nominated for the Indie Soul Smooth Jazz Album of the Year award. As as runner-up in the 2007 Capital Jazz Festival Competition, Dee Lucas has co-billed with an extensive number of artists such as Boney James, Norman Brown, Ronnie Laws, Nnenna Freelon, Hugh Masekela, Gregg Karukas, Peter White, Nick Colionne, Michael Franks, Peabo Bryson, Miki Howard, The Mahattans, and Howard Hewett just name a few. He has performed at several jazz festivals such as The Arizona Jazz Festival, The Jacksonville Jazz Festival, The Savannah Jazz Festival, The Atlanta Jazz Festival, & The Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival Lucas has recently released a new single titled ‘Hot Ice' featuring keyboardist Gino Rosaria to kick off the 2022 campaign.  It has already garnered raved reviews which will set the table for his 10th album release “No Boundaries” scheduled for early 2023.Listen to this episode and hear about his humble beginnings in the music industry to becoming  one of the giants in smooth jazz. We laughed, shared positive vibes and of course played plenty of music!!!!Listen and subscribe to the BAAS Entertainment Podcast on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Deezer, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Podchaser, Pocket Casts and TuneIn. “Hey, Alexa. Play the BAAS Entertainment Podcast.”

Smooth sounds for your summer Groove so sick back and relax with music from The Isley Brothers, Kem, Average White Band, Boney James, George Benson, Thompson Twins, Nick Colionne and Roy Ayers and many more.

A great time will be had by all this weekend. Take some hot jazz with you.  Here's music from Kim Scott, Nick Colionne, Gerald Albright, Eric Darius featuring Justin Lee, Jeff Lorber Fusion, and Jessy J. There's also Marqueal Jordan featuring Brian Culbertson, Gary Honor, Cindy Bradley, Brenda Russell, Mychelle, Mysie, Walter Beasley, Alex Vaughn, Wakana featuring Adrian Cructchfield, Kool and the Gang, and Ragan Whiteside. Joing them will be Jarrod Lawson, Al Jarreau and Marcus Miller, Kenny Pore, Kenny Nightingale, Queen Naija, Monophonics & Kelly Finnigan and UMI. Enjoy yourself!Thank you for stopping by and sharing Creative Colorful People radio show! Take care of yourself, look out for your brother and sisters and God will look out for you all.Karl BlakeKarlblake2012@gmail.com919=824=4467

The Soul Guitarist. The host for this show is Gwen Harris. The guest is Willie Soul. During this episode of the Hawaii Smooth Jazz Connection, we are talking story with guitarist, Willie Soul. The music world changed forever when 7 year old Willie Soul picked up his first electric guitar and began playing with such flair and wisdom as any experienced guitar player. Now, at 26 years old this phenomenal guitarist has taken the world by storm. He is a protégé of smooth jazz guitarist, the late Nick Colionne. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6mu08INpm2NDACAhtotdYSr Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

Dan Kuramoto co-founded the contemporary jazz band Hiroshima, featuring Japanese instruments, in 1974.  Throughout the years the band has been nominated for several Grammy awards and received two Gold albums.  Multi-award winning program director Ray White, sat down backstage with Dan in November of 2021 to talk about the storied career of the band that launched in Los Angeles.  Their latest album is 2020.  In our showcase segment we honor our very good friend Nick Colionne, who unexpectedly passed away on January 1, 2022.  A beloved jazz guitarist known for his enticing stage persona, we called Nick - Mr. Entertainment. You'll find shows featuring Nick on Episodes 006 and 118.  Godspeed, Nick.  We all miss you.  On the leading edge of contemporary jazz...yep, it's the Coool CAT!

https://glennjonesmusic.com/ There is no stopping Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Artist GLENN JONES, as his new single, “Love By Design” featuring Grammy Award winner Regina Belle, hits the Billboard Smooth Jazz Charts as #1 Most Added Smooth Jazz Vocal Record In The Nation. “Love By Design” was written by James Day and produced by renowned jazz producer Chris “Big Dog” Davis. This is the first release from the forthcoming CD, of the same title on the independent record label, Talent Room Entertainment. The “Love by Design” single showcases Glenn's signature tenor and upper register while it distinctly pairs it with the richness of Regina's vocals. Their incomparable vocals are perfectly matched with James Day's melodic lyrics, leaving listeners with a harmonious new ballad. This marks the legendary R&B pair's second duet after 2001's “From Now On”. The new CD includes a mixture of new timeless love songs and up-tempo dance classics, one which is titled “Cook-Out” co-written and produced by the multi-talented Chuckii Booker. It also features the smooth jazz sounds of jazz greats Nick Colionne and Kim Waters and the long-awaited return of renowned gospel artist Genobia Jeter-Jones. The upcoming Love By Design Tour will feature music from the new CD, as well as all the Glenn Jones classics. https://glennjonesmusic.com/

All that jazz is the hottest smooth sound on the Billboard smooth jazz national airplay chart..Music by Paul Hardcastle ,Cal Harris Jr, Paula Athertion, Adam Hawley, Lindsey Webster,Carol Albert,Greg Manning,Ryan La Valette,Vincent Ingala and Nick Colionne.

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In today's episode, your host Carl Brown is joined by Jazmin Ghent, a multi-awarded national smooth jazz and gospel recording artist as well as a proud music educator. She is fast becoming a sought after name in the jazz scene with 4 studio albums and multiple Billboard chart topping singles. She won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Jazz Album, “The Story of Jaz,” in 2019 and is again nominated in 2022 for the same award. On top of that, she is currently working on her PhD as well. This episode explores the balance between Jazmin as a musician and just Jazmin. The first half explores what inspires her to write her songs, how she balances her studies and music, and her passion for education. They also talk about her journey in becoming a jazz musician and her evolving musical inspirations. Jazmin and Carl talk about being an artist in the time of Covid and what she loves to do when she is offstage. Listen as she shares her own starstruck stories and fondly remembers Nick Colionne's support for her. In this episode they play Kickin' It Up, Get Ready and Baile de Jazmin.Episode HighlightsOn what inspires her to write her music01:23 I write in hopes to connect with everyone in whatever journey they're experiencing in life.On balancing studies and her performances02:59 You always hear the term juggling but there truly is balance. 'Cause I want to be 100 in everything. It's a constant lesson.On how to continue to keep your music and stage show interesting11:19 That's constant evolving, constant learning and studying. Whether it's from other artists, whether it's from improving and the desire, cause I always want to make sure in order to form those connections I'm writing music where people just have a good time.On preserving time to be creative or allow creativity to evolve17:01 I think there are different ways of being creative and I'm learning that now through my studies... .. I have some outlets other than singing to be creative.On remembering Nick Colionne35:35 He was just so supportive to up and coming artists.ContactFresh Coast Jazz FestivalJazmin Ghent

Gravity defying!! Prepare to be mesmerized by the sheer artistry of these musicians. Another year! Another banging show with a special moment of tribute to the legendary renowned guitarist Nick Colionne. Set 1: Brooke Alford-Shine Melvin Pierce-Vibrations Gerald Holden-Goody Goody Gumdrops Carl Roland- Rock With Me Gino Rosario=Sunday 3PM Set 2: Trey Daniels-Grown Moonchild-Cure Alvin Garrett-My Gift To You Drew Simpson-You're The Only One Brian Simpson-Waiting Set 3:JahVelle-Up All Night Althea Rene-Barbara Mae

Host Carl Brown talks with Nick Colionne who's the only artist in Smooth Jazz with 5 consecutive Billboard #1 hits from the same album. He's been playing professionally since he was 14 and Carl affectionately describes him as “the best dressed man in all of music”.Nick spends a lot of time volunteering his time hanging out with kids to help guide them through their lives. Carl and Nick emphasize the importance of giving back, being part of the community, and making a difference in the lives of young people. Nick shares why he prefers to be on stage performing over recording in the studio and how he feels when he hears his songs on the radio. His 11th album, Finger Painting, came out in 2020 and his new release, Just Like That, will be released in Spring 2022.Find out what Nick thinks about “Cribs” in the Bout It or Doubt It segment, and his top three albums of all time. Highlights:04:11 I basically play from the heart. I feel like if I play from the heart, I'll touch somebody's heart and that's better than touching their ears because if it goes in one ear, then it's out the other one. 07:38 I see music in colors. When you're creating music, you're painting a picture for people to see. So, I figured I'm painting a picture with my fingers, so, Finger Painting.16:01 Things are opening up, and hopefully they'll keep opening up if people do what they're supposed to do to keep themselves and the rest of us safe. 16:53 I have the same feeling every time I hear one of my songs on the radio. The radio will be down really low and I'll hear it in the background, and like, whoa, that's me. And I'll get that same silly smile on my face every time. 21:11 I believe that most young people are inherently good, and if they get a chance to see possibilities, then that can change their lives. Contact:Fresh Coast Jazz FestivalNick Colionne

Gravity defying!! Prepare to be mesmerized by the sheer artistry of these musicians. Another year! Another banging show with a special moment of tribute to the legendary renowned guitarist Nick Colionne. Set 1: Brooke Alford-Shine Melvin Pierce-Vibrations Gerald Holden-Goody Goody Gumdrops Carl Roland- Rock With Me Gino Rosario=Sunday 3PM Set 2: Trey Daniels-Grown Moonchild-Cure Alvin Garrett-My Gift To You Drew Simpson-You're The Only One Brian Simpson-Waiting Set 3:JahVelle-Up All Night Althea Rene-Barbara Mae Nick Colionne-Romantic Nites

(January 1, 2022) / Written by: Chris Rizik of soultracks.com  He has been an artist's artist, and one of the most revered musician of the past two decades. Tonight we say a sad goodbye to guitarist and vocalist Nick Colionne, who reportedly died in his sleep early this morning. The Chicago native began playing guitar as a pre-teen, and by his mid-teens was known as a rising star around town. As a high schooler, he was already recording with such luminaries as Curtis Mayfield and The Staple Singers. Colionne began recording solo in the mid-90s, and by the turn of the century, he established himself as one of the brightest young stars on the jazz scene. His hit “High Flyin'” was the foundation of his 2003 breakout album Just Come In and began a string of hit songs and popular albums such as Keepin' It Cool, No Limits, Influences, and his most recent disc, Finger Painting. A commercial and critical favorite, Colionne was known for his dapper attire that made him a familiar sight at jazz cruises and festivals. He was also known for his community service in the Chicago area, particularly in mentoring students at St. Laurence K-8 School in Elgin, Illinois. His varied community work was recognized when he won the Wayman Tisdale Humanitarian Award in 2010. The sudden loss of this great artist and humanitarian is an awful way to start 2022. We will be praying for his family, even as we reflect on his great contributions. Rest in peace, Nick. By Chris Rizik

Remembering Nick Colionne Maysa/ Nick Colionne – Let`Figure It Out / Higher Love (Ft.Najee) Nick Colionne – Born Again / Latín Lover / If You Ask Me / Just Let It Be / Hard Line Greg Manning – Be strong Amandus – Groove infection (Ft.Uli Brodersen) JJ Sansaverino – Miami Nicholas Cole – Feelings Christophe Goze – Passing Time Euge Groove – Linus and Lucy Rei Narita – Venus – Run Through The Urban City (Ft. Nelson Rangell / Omar Hakim) Gregory Goodloe – In Paradise Jack Lee – Ins`t It Romantic? Julian Vaughn – Bass Trap Nelson Garcia - Rejoice Kevin A. Knowles – Command Structure Le Sonic – Any Moment – (Ft. Robert Lee) The Moore – Let This Music Cheer You Up (Ft. Jonathan Fritzén)

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Edición especial que dedicamos a Nick Colionne, uno de los grandes guitarristas de la música Smooth Jazz, fallecido en las primeras horas de 2022. Repasamos sus apariciones en discos de Jason Miles, Cindy Bradley, Oli Silk, Paula Atherton, Brian Bromberg, Skinny Hightower, Althea Rene, Kayla Waters, Elan Trotman, Michael Manson y Maysa Leak.Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Cloud Jazz Smooth Jazz. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/27170

Este 1 de enero de 2022 fallecía de forma sorpresiva uno de los mejores guitarristas de todos los tiempos. Nick Colionne nos dejaba pero con nosotros se queda su fructífera composición musical. Lo repasamos

Nick Colionne is one of contemporary jazz's most tireless and explosive live performers.  He's the only musician in the history of the smooth jazz format to score five consecutive #1 hit singles on Billboard from a single album - The Journey (listen to our Episode 006.)  He's certainly one of the top jazz guitarists today!  National award-winning program director Ray White sat down with Nick, in October of 2021, who shared his insights on his recent breakthrough success, his new album Finger Painting, several highlights from his career, and... his favorite country song too.  Your "Hostess with the Mostess," Lisa Davis, features two magnificent musicians who had songs towards the top of the end-of-the-year charts.  Bobby Lyle, who released his Ivory Flow project, and saxman Kim Waters whose latest album is Shakedown.  The Best of 2021 - proudly brought to you by the Coool CAT!! 

Pieces of a Dream celebrates 45 years in 2021, bringing audiences the best in contemporary jazz and R&B.  Co-founder Curtis Harmon beats the skins and provides the backbeat for their awesome sound.  22 of the bands albums have landed on the charts with the latest being On Another Note.  Coool CAT's executive producer Ray White caught up with Curtis in February of 2012 talking with him about his relationship with the legendary Grover Washington, Jr., their Soul Intent album and other highlights from their storied history.  Be sure to listen to more insights from the band on Episodes 30 and 96.  Our "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis features chart-topping contemporary jazz guitarist Nick Colionne in our showcase segment.  Nick's latest album Finger Painting was named due to the visualization of his Epiphone ES 175 guitar as a musical paintbrush painting all the colorful notes he plays.  You're leading source featuring the best from the world of Contemporary Jazz... the Coool CAT! 

Audley Reid is one of Chicago's finest Contemporary jazz and R&B musicians. Audley L. Reid often referred to as "Reid", began his musical odyssey over 25 years ago. Proficient on all saxophones, Reid prefers the Alto Sax, and his passionate technique, smooth styling, and distinctive sound often draw comparisons to the music of David Sanborn and sax genius of the late Art Porter, Jr.Reid's effortless performances, across a wide range of musical genres including Jazz, Smooth Jazz, Blues, and R&B, has afforded him opportunities to perform with stars such as Buddy Guy, Phil Perry, Kim Fields, Nick Colionne, Howard Hewett, Will Downing, Ray Parker Jr., Michael Henderson, Vivian Green, and Norman Connors, before a multitude of audiences at various galas, venues and events throughout the United States, Mexico, Asia, Canada, Europe and his native country, Jamaica. Audley's musical repertoire spans across several musical genres and while his primary instrument is the saxophone, he is proficient in other woodwind/reed instruments. GENRES OF MUSIC: Contemporary Jazz/Straight Ahead, Rhythm and Blues/Funk, Caribbean: Reggae/Latin, Contemporary Christian/Gospel.

Marcus Johnson joins us on The Ask More Get More Show to discuss How to Get More Out of Going Deeper In Life - April 21st, 2021While pursuing his JD and MBA at Georgetown, he independently produced and distributed his first CD (Lessons in Love), which sold more than 40,000 units; a phenomenal success for an unknown independent artist's debut release. This album helped him launch his career as a renowned jazz keyboardist/pianist, and later, he released his second CD (Inter Alia), with staggering successThis success caught the attention of Black Entertainment Television (BET) founder and businessman Robert L. Johnson, who invested and partnered with Marcus to establish Marimelj Entertainment Group. Under their partnership, MEG's label Three Keys Music housed Studio 8121, a full-service recording studio, and two music publishing companies: Marimelj Music Publishing and Three Keys Music Publishing.  As head of Three Keys Music, Johnson produced and released on the Three Keys Music label national jazz artists: Michael Lington, Jaared Arosemena, Bobby Lyle, Nick Colionne, R&B singer, Alyson Williams, neo-soul songstress, Zahzarah; and smooth jazz Saxophonists Phillip Martin and Brian Lenair.To date, Marcus has released more than fifteen Billboard charted CDs, and has the distinction of having his groundbreaking 2008 Billboard Top 20 Contemporary Jazz FLO (For the Love Of) Anthology, which consisted of three distinct CDs -- FLO Chill, FLO Romance and FLO Standards - all chart Top 10 on Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts simultaneously.The release of Poetically Justified (2009) and This is How I Rock (2011), which were Top 20 Contemporary Jazz CDs, solidified Marcus Johnson as the heir apparent to the funky urban groove music style and sound made famous by legendary jazz greats, George Duke and Herbie Hancock. You can find Marcus here.Want to Get More? Start here:~~~~~~~~JOIN THE MEMBERSHIP TODAY: https://www.bareslate.ca ~~~~~~~~Discover the books and tools we recommend here: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/bareslate~~~~~~~~Watch the Ask More. Get More. Show on YouTube: https://askmoregetmoreshowfuelledbybareslate.buzzsprout.com~~~~~~~~Be a guest on the show!: https://bit.ly/3bDr81A~~~~~~~~Listen to the Bare Slate Get More. podcast: https://getmorepodcastfuelledbybareslate.buzzsprout.com~~~~~~~~Website: https://www.bareslate.ca/~~~~~~~~LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/2zbafwD~~~~~~~~PR/Media Requests: hello@bareslate.ca*please note that some links may be affiliate links and we may receive a small commission. It does not affect you as the buyer at all. Thank you for supporting the show!

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Este episodio se titula Smooth Jazz Covers 2020 porque en él repasamos algunas de las versiones que se han grabado en el mundo del Smooth Jazz durante 2020. Protagonizadas por artistas como Mariea Antoinette, Black Coffee, José James, Kandace Springs, Paul Tuvman, Alexia Bomtempo, Euge Groove, Fay Claassen, Bob Baldwin, Paulette McWilliams, Nick Colionne y Robin McKelle.Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Cloud Jazz Smooth Jazz. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/27170

Este episodio se titula Smooth Jazz Covers 2020 porque en él repasamos algunas de las versiones que se han grabado en el mundo del Smooth Jazz durante 2020. Protagonizadas por artistas como Mariea Antoinette, Black Coffee, José James, Kandace Springs, Paul Tuvman, Alexia Bomtempo, Euge Groove, Fay Claassen, Bob Baldwin, Paulette McWilliams, Nick Colionne y Robin McKelle.

Jazz Guitarist Nick Colionne joins Jimmy Warren on Guitar Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jimmywarrenguitartalk/support

Smooth Jazz keyboardist Jay Rowe can be found on stage with many of today's top performers on the smooth jazz scene.  Special EFX, and others, keeps him on the road for most of the touring season.  Jay's talents includes writing, producing and serving as musical director.  He's released 5 solo albums with the latest being Smooth Ride.  Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Jay, in November of 2019,  in his busy hotel lobby after dropping off his bags before heading to soundcheck.  Jay also gives back via his Smooth Jazz for Scholars foundation.  He's dynamic...among the best...Jay Rowe!  In our showcase segment, Lisa Davis features two great performers - former Tower of Power frontman Lenny Williams, who has a new album out titled Fine and "Mr. Entertainment" guitarist Nick Colionne who just released Finger Painting.  This episode is chock full of awesome entertainment...that's right...Coool CAT!!  

Smooth Jazz Weekend is a weekly syndicated radio show that focuses on modern contemporary jazz featuring INDEPENDENT ARTISTS ONLY.This show features the following: **Andre Cavor, Oli Silk, Nick Colionne, Lin Rountree, Dwayne Kerr, Damien Escobar, Kevin Toney, Everette Harp, Gail Johnson, Michael Ross, Quintin Gerard W., and Don Diego.** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smooth Jazz Weekend is an online radio show that focuses on modern contemporary jazz featuring INDEPENDENT ARTISTS ONLY. The purpose of this show is to discover, promote and introduce to jazz lovers, fans and listeners ONLY the BEST indie jazz music you will find. Hosted by former CBS Radio Producer, Tina E.This episode features the music of **Isaiah Katumwa, Skinny Hightower, Wilfred Frelix, Isaac Bryd Jr, Christian Big New York, Andre Hoxter, Michael Levine, Ragan Whiteside, Jazmin Ghent, Nick Colionne, Nate White and Marcus Anderson.** Happy New Year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smooth Jazz Weekend is an online radio show that focuses on  modern contemporary jazz featuring INDEPENDENT ARTISTS ONLY. The purpose  of this show is to discover, promote and introduce to jazz lovers, fans  and listeners ONLY the BEST indie jazz music you will find.  Hosted by  former CBS Radio Producer, Tina E.This episode features the music of Isaiah Katumwa, Skinny  Hightower, Wilfred Frelix, Isaac Bryd Jr, Christian Big New York, Andre  Hoxter, Michael Levine, Ragan Whiteside, Jazmin Ghent, Nick Colionne,  Nate White and Marcus Anderson. Happy New Year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smooth Jazz Weekend is an online radio show that focuses on modern contemporary jazz featuring INDEPENDENT ARTISTS ONLY. The purpose of this show is to discover, promote and introduce to jazz lovers, fans and listeners ONLY the BEST indie jazz music you will find. This episode features the music of Nick Colionne, Terry Tuck ft. Isaiah Katumwa, Tina E. Clark, Yuko mabuchi Christian "Big New York", Norman Brown, Groove Skool Band, Paul Hardcastle, Kayla Waters, Paula Atherton, Riley Richard, Julian Vaughn and Skinny Hightower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smooth Jazz Weekend is an Internet radio show that focuses on contemporary jazz featuring indie artists only. The purpose of this show is to promote and introduce to jazz lovers, fans and listeners  some of the BEST indie jazz music you will find period. This episode features the music of Nick Colionne, Terry Tuck ft. Isaiah  Katumwa, Tina E. Clark,  Yuko Mabuchi Christian "Big New York", Norman  Brown, Groove Skool Band, Paul Hardcastle, Kayla Waters, Paula Atherton,  Riley Richard, Julian Vaughn and Skinny Hightower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stanley Clarke, the legendary bass player and songwriter is "Sittin' In" with two-time New Music Weekly magazine's Program Director of the Year - Ray White, on this dynamic episode!  Stanley is a founding member of Return To Forever who recorded his first solo album in 1973.  He's been tapped for several Grammy awards and garnered several lifetime achievement awards.  On this episode we talk about highlights from his illustrious career, his latest album and new band.  Super grooves from Stanley, too!!  During our showcase segment, Lisa Davis, features Nick Colionne whose latest album is The Journey.  Najee and 2-time Grammy nominated producer Chris "Big Dog" Davis join Nick.  We always have the best musicians on the planet joining us right here on Sittin' In With The Coool CAT!!! Info at http://www.cooolcat.com 

In this episode we speak with Marcus Johnson.  Marcus is an independent Billboard-ranked musician and NAACP Image Award-nominated jazz keyboardist and pianist. He is also the CEO and Founder of Flo Brands, LLC and more recently Flo Wine, LLC. Marcus has combined an eminently successful musical career with his love of wine by marrying the two in a unique endeavor.   Over the last decade, Marcus Johnson has released 15 successful studio albums.  On Pandora, Marcus receives 5.1 million spins per year with 2,000 new stations added each month, and his music receives a 74% “thumbs ups” rating verses an average of 56%.  Johnson is the owner of a music label, Three Keys Music, and has emerged as one of the young lions of the “DIY” music world.  His unique self-taught style of piano play has earned him distinction among his peers, praise from the media and accolades across the music industry.  Marcus is on the cutting edge of ‘Euro Jazz' having formed JURIS, a musical collaboration with acclaimed Parisian DJ and producer Young Pulse. The duo quickly developed a name within the international music community, enjoying large-scale performances and preparing a Q3 release of their latest project entitled “Eiffel Tower.” Johnson's FLO Brands, LLC,tm is aptly titledFor the Love Of ; LLC. ™ FLO began as a musical publishing, production, and lifestyle branding company to house all of Johnson's musical and entrepreneurial ventures.  However the scope and reach of the company has expanded delving into winemaking, sourcing grapes and production in California.  FLO Brands launched FLO Wines, LLC in March 2012.  FLO Wine is capturing the taste buds of wine-lovers from California to South Carolina. To date retail partners  in various states include Costco, Wal-Mart, Target, Whole Foods, Giant, Harris Teeter, Renaissance Hotels, Kroger, Aloft Hotels, Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, Farm Fresh, and Total Wine. As the owner and brand ambassador, a marketing initiative is currently underway with Johnson's “Sips & Sounds” performances marrying music and wineFor the Love Of concept.  FLO Wine currently offers a FLO Red Californian Blend and a FLO California Chardonnay.  As of July 2013 the company is launching its 2011 FLO California Moscato.  A graduate of Howard University, Johnson went on to simultaneously earn both his MBA and Juris Doctorate degrees at Georgetown University. In 1995 during this demanding period at Georgetown, he also decided to independently produce and distribute his first jazz album, Lessons in Love,which sold more than 40,000 units, a major success for an unknown independent artist's debut release.  One year later, he releasedInter Alia,with great acclaim. These two albums led to Johnson signing with N2K Encoded Music with whom he released several CDs until the label was sold in 1998. Johnson's success caught the attention of Black Entertainment Television (BET) founder and businessman Robert L. Johnson who invested in Marcus and his newfound company, Marimelj Entertainment Group (MEG).  Under their partnership, MEG's label, Three Keys Music based in the Washington, DC metro area, established its own full service recording studio, Studio 8121; and two music publishing companies, Marimelj Music Publishing and Three Keys Music Publishing.  Marcus was responsible for releasing and producing CDs on the Three Keys label for national jazz artists Michael Lington, Jaared Arosemena, Bobby Lyle, Nick Colionne, R&B singer, Alyson Williams and neo-soul songstress Yahzarah and smooth jazz Saxophonists Phillip Martin and Brian Lenair.  While producing music for the aforementioned artists, Marcus also released several critically acclaimed albums:Inter Alia,Chocolate CityGroovin';Coming Back Around;Urban Groove,In Person: Live at Blues Alley,Just Doing What I Do,Smooth Jazz Christmas andIn Concert for a Cause,all charting at Top 20 or more on Billboard's Contemporary Jazz Charts.  Marcus has released 15 Billboard-charted CDs. He has the distinction of having his groundbreaking 2008 Billboard Top 20 Contemporary Jazz FLO (For the Love Of) CDs which consisted of three distinct albums: FLO Chill,FLO Romance andFLO Standards ,  all charting Top 10 on Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts simultaneously.  Johnson's previous solo 2007 release, The Phoenix, was widely lauded by jazz critics and aficionados alike and like Johnson's previous CDs, it peaked in the Top 20 of Billboard's Contemporary Jazz charts. Johnson's next Top 20 Contemporary jazz releases, the unique and multi-facetedPoetically Justified (2009) andThis Is How I Rock (2011) solidified Marcus Johnson as heir apparent to the George Duke and Herbie Hancock style of funky urban groove music.  Creatively, Johnson continues to evolve as an artist. With the release of his 2012FLO: Holiday  CD and the ongoing collaboration with famed Parisian Producer DJ Pulse – as the musical duo “Juris” – he has managed to maintain his traditional jazz roots, while also remaining on the forefront of the expanding “Euro Jazz” movement. His music continues to enforce and define his musical legacy as a “jazz movement for all people”.    Johnson is also evolving as an innovative wine expert. He resides in the Metropolitan Washington area and is a new father. His daughter Chase was born on September 12, 2012.  Marcus is currently featured weekly on Fox News and is involved with community and charity events, including service on the Board of the Boys and Girls Club. Discography: Billboard Top 20 CD Releases: Lessons in Love (1997 and 2005)In Concert For A Cause (2006) Urban Groove (2000)The Phoenix (2007) Comin' Back Around (2001)FLO: For the Love of Chill (2008) Inter Alia (2002)FLO: For the Love of Romance (2008) In Person, Live at Blues Alley (2002)FLO: For the Love of Standards (2008) In Person, Live at Blues Alley DVD (2003)Poetically Justified (2009) Just Doin' What I Do (2005)FLO: Holiday feat Juris (2011) Smooth Jazz Christmas (2005)This Is How I Rock (2011) Education:    B.A. in Music, Howard University JD/ MBA, Georgetown University Business: CEO/President, Marimelj Entertainment Group, Three Keys Music, Three Keys Publishing CEO/Founder, FLO Brands, LLC, FLO Wines, LLC _____________________________________________________________________________________ Affiliations: Professional Awards, Speaking Engagement, Community Support NAACP Image Award Nominee “Poetically Justified”  Billboard Contemporary Jazz  Artist Top 20  Professor/Speaker: Harvard, Georgetown, Howard, MTSU and Bowie State University Speaker Harvard University Law School: Recording Artists Projects, Contracts, Entrepreneurship and    Protecting Your Rights Speaker BMI:  Copyright and Publishing Rights in the new Millenium Speaker, World Copyright Summit: Intellectual Property Rights  (Representing BMI) Speaker, Miami Music Conference: The Business of Jazz Panelist for Microsoft Corporation:  Build Your Business Speaker, GMAC:  “The Importance of Intellectual Property and Protecting Your Work Product Panelist, Howard Univesity School of Law: Center Court Panel on Entertainment Law and Intellectual   Property Speaker, Georgetown University Law Center Ambassador:  BMI Intellectual Property; Panelist: MIDEM Music Convention, France Award Recipient: U.S. Small Business Administration: Young Entrepreneur of the Year  Community Leader: YMCA, Boys & Girls Club, Red Cross Holiday Cards for Heroes, MJ Music Camp, and Hear Our Voices Anti-Bullying Campaign, American Cancer Society, Rachel's Women's Center, National Center for Children and Families; Capital Youth Empowerment Program; Manassas Wine & Jazz Festival, Obama Victory Fund, Elmira University “Bullying” Program, Elmira, NY, Mentoring to Manhood Recipient of “Men Who Make A Difference” Award.    Speaker/Leader: Music Business Seminars at Studio 8121 Silver Spring, MD Television and Radio Featured Commentator: Idol Chatter, Fox 5 News Segment on American Idol - Current Radio Host: Smooth Jazz 105. Performances: Capital Jazz Festival, Capital Jazz Cruise, Ghana Jazz Festival, Bahamas Jazz Festival, St. Lucia Jazz Festival, Bermuda Jazz Festival, Atlantic Artscape, Huntington Beach Jazz Festival, Trenton Jazz Festival, Dell East, Blues Alley, Blue Note, John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, The Hamilton, Congressional Black Caucus, 100 Black Men of Orlando. , Le Boeuf Sur Le Toit (Paris, France), Carter Barron Theater, Spring Breeze Soul Jazz Festival, Southern Tier Jazz Festival, Centennial Olympic Park Wednesday's Winedown,  Lincoln Foundation “Evening of Jazz”, Low County Jazz Festival, Manassas Wine & Jazz Festival, Spaghettini's, Jazz Fest West, Silver Spring Jazz Festival, Gardena Jazz Fest, Rams Head on Stage, Temecula Jazz Festival, to name a few. Performances With:  Boney James, Kim Waters, Najee, Alex Bugnon, Dave Koz, Diane Krall, Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Will Downing,  Fourplay, Pieces of A Dream, Bobby Lyle, Arturo Sandoval, Alyson Williams, Maysa, Erykah Badu, Peter White, Rich Braun, Chuck Mangione, Marion Meadows, Mike Phillips, Jakeim Joyner, Miles Jaye, Jeffrey Osborne, Chaka Kahn, Peabo Bryson, Jeff Bradshaw, Jill Scott, Charlie Wilson, Kenny G, Kem, BeBeWinans, Alyson Williams, Jean Carne, Norman Connors, Kirk Whalum, George Duke, Jean Carne,  and many others… For more information: www.threekeys.com www.flobrands.com www.facebook.com/marcusjohnson3k www.youtube.com/marcusjohnson3k Live Performance and Speaking Clips http://youtu.be/YkLXSoniUZ4 Spaghettini's 2013 http://youtu.be/rEsN4lAVCs0 Marcus Johnson with Bobby Lyle Pavillion http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwRbi7NDxWA Road To Los Suenos http://youtu.be/7OQyrANpPsk Maxin http://youtu.be/Z9Wc8gMmA-I This Place Hotel Live from Germany  http://youtu.be/mKTdpXeUVjk AARP Speaking Engagement

Nick Colionne is one of the most dynamic smooth jazz guitarists on the scene today.  Nick's career launched into overdrive with his 1994 album, "It's My Turn."  Since then, he's perfected his high-energy showmanship and easy flowing guitar licks.  In 2007 Nick was named, by the Wave Jazz Awards, "International Instrumental Artist of the Year" and in 2010 he was nominated as "Guitarist of the Year" and "Entertainer of the Year" by the American Smooth Jazz Awards.  In this November 2016 interview,  with New Music Magazine's 2017 Program Director of the Year - Ray White, Nick talks about his latest album, "The Journey."  It's received worldwide accolades and has kept him at the top of the charts.  Our shows' "Hostess with the Mostest," Lisa Davis, provides additional insights into Nick and his music and adds more in our "Spotlight" segment featuring R&B/Soul vocalist Phil Perry. Learn more about our show at www.cooolcat.com

Rebrodcast: Featured Guest: David P. Stevens Multi-talented artist, composer, producer, and versatile musician, Stevens grew up playing piano, drums and guitar at the Church of God, developing a dynamic performance style playing gospel music. He spent his teens playing in jazz and gospel bands, and developed sound and stage presence like one of his idols, Norman Brown, when he later emerged as an urban jazz artist. As his fan base grew with his early album releases, Stevens went from playing "any dive bar where they allowed jazz in Philly" to top clubs like North By Northwest, Warm Daddy's and Relish. He and his band also played at various clubs down in Maryland, as well as the Woodrow Wilson Festival and the iconic Blues Alley club in Washington, DC. Stevens has also performed at The Harlem Meer Festival, at The Iridium in NYC with Alex Bugnon, and the Jazz Base in Reading, PA. Over the past two years, he also did a full European tour through Austria, Switzerland and Germany. In addition to playing on the Capital Jazz SuperCruise, he has been part of the All-Star Jam Festival at Berks Jazz Fest the past three years, sharing the stage with such luminaries as Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne and Scott Ambush from Spyro Gyra.“One of the things I'm known for live is bringing a lot of energy to the stage and incorporating many exciting elements, including background singers," Stevens says

Featured Guest: David P. Stevens Multi-talented artist, composer, producer, and versatile musician, Stevens grew up playing piano, drums and guitar at the Church of God, developing a dynamic performance style playing gospel music. He spent his teens playing in jazz and gospel bands, and developed sound and stage presence like one of his idols, Norman Brown, when he later emerged as an urban jazz artist. As his fan base grew with his early album releases, Stevens went from playing "any dive bar where they allowed jazz in Philly" to top clubs like North By Northwest, Warm Daddy's and Relish. He and his band also played at various clubs down in Maryland, as well as the Woodrow Wilson Festival and the iconic Blues Alley club in Washington, DC. Stevens has also performed at The Harlem Meer Festival, at The Iridium in NYC with Alex Bugnon, and the Jazz Base in Reading, PA. Over the past two years, he also did a full European tour through Austria, Switzerland and Germany. In addition to playing on the Capital Jazz SuperCruise, he has been part of the All-Star Jam Festival at Berks Jazz Fest the past three years, sharing the stage with such luminaries as Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne and Scott Ambush from Spyro Gyra.“One of the things I'm known for live is bringing a lot of energy to the stage and incorporating many exciting elements, including background singers," Stevens says.

Saxophonist Elan Trotman returns to Talking Smooth Jazz to discuss his new cd, Tropicality.  Co-produced by Guitarist Peter White, who also joins us.  Tropicality features Peter White, Jeff Lorber, Paul Brown, Nick Colionne, Terri Lynn Carrington, Nicholas Brancker, Lin Rountree and more.  Tropicality is available at www.elantrotman.com

Come "Enjoy The Ride" with Paula Atherton.  Her new cd features guitarist Nick Colionne, trumpeter Cindy Bradley and more.  Ronald Jackson from The Smooth Jazz Ride said: "To say that Paula Atherton has the right formula for success as a competent force to reckon with in smooth jazz would obviously be an understatement. If her previous releases — including "Groove With Me," her last release before this project—haven't brought you on board yet, hop on this groove vehicle. You're truly bound to Enjoy The Ride." – Ronald Jackson