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AVENUE H
Off the Floor
Inversion Music LLC

This trio from Bend, Oregon blows me away with their debut release, OFF THE FLOOR! With Dan Leonardo on woodwinds, Sam Hobbs on bass, and Conor Miller on guitar and keys, Avenue H has created one of the freshest musical landscapes I’ve heard in a long time. Leonardo’s sax work reminds me of David Sanborn, and the band’s overall vibe reflects elements of Yanni, Marcus Miller, and Sting, yet is totally unique at the same time. I’d describe their music as melodically engaging with an electrifying rhythmic pulse. The result is an absolutely stunning collection of tunes. I cannot overemphasize the maturity and cohesiveness of this group’s performances here. With six outstanding originals and a primo cover of Wham’s “Careless Whisper” (it really is a great example of a cover done right), Smooth Jazz will be welcoming Avenue H’s OFF THE FLOOR with open arms. You’ll definitely agree… they’re that good! ~SCOTT O'BRIEN

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Winter Music Picks

Linda Bianchi - Christmas in New York

LINDA BIANCHI
Christmas in New York
Independent

CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK is a classy, jazzy romp through one of the most exciting cities in the world featuring holiday standards sung by established actress and veteran performer Linda Bianchi, who just happens to be a resident of the Big Apple. Joining Ms. Bianchi on this outing is noted jazz guitarist Jay Berliner… you may know Jay’s name from his work...

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Leee John - Feel My Soul

LEEE JOHN
Feel My Soul
Candid Records

It’s not hard to fall in love with Leee John. From the extra ‘e’ in his name, to his charming English accent to his delicious singing and soulful songs. Leee is the reeeal deal. FEEL MY SOUL features all of the good stuff gets one’s groove on… soul, funk, and old school with a hint of jazz. Every song saunters and slides… fans of Al Jarreau and Ella Fitzgerald ...

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Bill Ortiz - From Where I Stand

BILL ORTIZ
From Where I Stand
Tangent Records

Just when you thought all the bases for high caliber trumpet players were covered… think again! FROM WHERE I STAND, the debut release from Bill Ortiz is smoking hot! A well-seasoned veteran from San Francisco, Ortiz brilliantly plays a sweet, supple trumpet on 12 masterful tracks. He was wise to take his time with this debut, respectfully cutting his chops...

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Trippin 'n' Rhythm presents The Very Best of Christmas

TRIPPIN 'N' RHYTHM
presents The Very Best of Christmas
Trippin' 'N' Rhythm Records

This is one of the best Christmas compilations I’ve heard in a long time. Your favorite Trippin ‘n’ Rhythm artists lend their own magic to nine of our best-loved holiday tunes, and Paul Hardcastle adds a sparkling original classic (“Coming Home For Christmas”) to the mix. There’s even a track from the Trippin Allstars (U-Nam, Gregg Karukas, Jaared, and Oli Silk)...

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