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FREE by Alex
Bugnon
FREE is a refreshing blend of
exotic rhythms with haunting, soulful melodies and the signature
Alex Bugnon piano artistry.
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SOUTHERN LIVING by Alex Bugnon
Recorded in Atlanta, the album was heavily influenced by the relaxed,
freewheeling vibe of the South, an intangible quality that may best be
summed up by the album’s title — SOUTHERN LIVING.
Features 8 original new tracks plus classics by Hall & Oates (Sarah
Smile) and Prince (The Most Beautiful Girl In The World).
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SOUL
PURPOSE
by Alex Bugnon
Keyboardist
Alex Bugnon is one of the most respected and best-selling contemporary
jazz artists today. SOUL PURPOSE features his signature jazz style -
funky and groovin' !
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ALEX
BUGNON...AS PROMISED
by Alex Bugnon
If you like
contemporary jazz you'll love keyboardist Alex Bugnon's new
album. Touring extensively over the last 4 years, Alex promised
his fans a new recording. Here it is...as promised.
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STANDING
TALL
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Bob
Baldwin
Keyboardist
Bob Baldwin possesses a natural ability to weave life's
experiences into his music, keeping it vibrant, meaningful, and
always ahead of the curve. On Baldwin's Narada Jazz album, he's steppin' out with his signature brand of urban jazz-funk and
inventive harmonies. With guest performances by Roy
Ayers, Chieli Minucci, Phil Perry, Kim Waters & more.
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BETWEEN THE SUN AND THE MOON by Brenda Russell
With a voice that caresses like melted caramel
and lyrics that touch the deepest recesses of your emotions, Grammy®
nominated singer/songwriter Brenda Russell proves that a glowing talent
only deepens with time. Author of such gems as Piano In The Dark, If
Only For One Night, Dinner With Gershwin, and the much-loved anthem
Get Here, Russell returns with an album that shows off her songcraft
and richly-nuanced voice in an elegant journey of mood, melody, and memory
that will satisfy longtime fans and enchant new listeners.
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SPREAD LOVE LIKE WILDFIRE
by
Down to
the Bone
Chilled down and grooved up, the masters of
the U.K.’s jazz scene, Down To The Bone, issue another powerhouse with
SPREAD LOVE LIKE WILDFIRE. Killer horns, funked rhythms, and Neil Cowley’s
signature down-tempo keys give the set a cool,
retro vibe that begs you to get up and dance. Join the party!
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CELLAR FUNK by Down To
The Bone
With CELLAR
FUNK, Down To The Bone’s groove gets harder, funkier and juicier.
Along with Down To The Bone's
highly-talented live core band are
Brian Auger, Hammond player extraordinaire, and sensational
Brazilian jazz vocalists Flora Purim and Guida de Palma appear as
guests on the new album. Hail to the Kings of Jazz Funk &
Groove!
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Eric Darius
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JUST GETTING STARTED by Eric Darius
Sax prodigy Eric Darius is UST
GETTING STARTED, with this superb sophomore effort, jam-packed
with tight tunes and swingin’ grooves. With tracks produced by and featuring many of the
genre’s top players, this new set is a bold statement by a jazz star well
on his way to the top.
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NIGHT ON THE
TOWN
by Eric Darius
Eric Darius plays his saxophone with more soul and street than
many veterans, giving freshly funked tunes a breezy, head-boppin'
vibe that is impossible to resist. NIGHT ON THE TOWN,
Darius' Higher Octave debut, shows his maturing talent as both a
songwriter and musician.
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JUST FEELS RIGHT by
Euge Groove
Return to 1976, the
ultimate year in "feels good" living,
Euge Groove
makes his best album ever, with outstanding originals, a
grooved-up cover of the '70s anthem Just My Imagination,
and impromptu jams. Backed by the genre's top session players and
with guest performances by
Peter White
and Paul Brown,
Euge Groove delivers an album that swings from beginning to end
and will take him to the top!
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LIVIN' LARGE by Euge Groove
Celebrate life to the fullest with saxman Euge
Groove’s undeniably
seductive melodies, wicked chops, and a slow-cookin’, funked-up
vibe.
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Flora's
Song
by
Flora Purim
Purim’s close connection to the music pervades all aspects of the new
album, including the choice of musicians. “The musicians were chosen with
the same care as one would choose a craftsman to construct the navigation
instruments of a ship,” she muses. Some choices renewed old friendships –
FLORA’S SONG sees the chanteuse re-team with keyboardist George Duke –
while others forged new musical friendships, notably with steel drum
phenom and co-founder of the Caribbean Jazz Project, Andy Narell.
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SPEAK
NO EVIL by Flora Purim
Long
reign the queen of Brazilian jazz! Flora Purim's voice, as
seductive and playful as ever, lends that special Brazilian flair
to tunes by Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, Wayne Shorter, and
others, backed by a wicked percussion section leady by the
legendary Airto Moreira.
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FLORA
PURIM SINGS MILTON NASCIMENTO
by
Flora
Purim
A sultry
and enticing album featuring many of Nascimento’s most evocative
songs hand-selected by Purim. Together with guest performances by
George Duke, Airto Moreira, and many others.
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PERPETUAL
EMOTION
by
Flora Purim
The queen of
Brazilian jazz, Flora Purim steps out on her Narada Jazz debut.
Purim's sensuous voice adds spontaneity and fire to percussive
originals, Brazilian jazz, and classic songs by Chick Corea,
McCoy Tyner, and Ira Gershwin & Kurt Weill.
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LAST
TANGO IN RIO by Gabriela Anders
Argentinean
jazz chanteuse Gabriela Anders returns to her homeland for
inspiration and flavoring, as she covers some of the jazz classics
made famous by Billie Holiday — including God Bless The Child and others. “Her work has
meant so much to me,” says Anders. “No one could sing these beautiful
songs better than she did, so I tried a different take by bringing to them
a little bit of South America.”
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BEE +
THINGS + FLOWERS
by Incognito
Inspired by the acoustic and soulful yet laidback funk of Bill Withers,
the haunting string arrangements of David Axelrod, and the close harmonies
of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Bees+Things+Flowers was
recorded with the “unplugged” concept in mind.
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ELEVEN
by Incognito
25
years on, the Jean Paul "Bluey" Maunick and
Incognito
story remains a one-off and a uniquely Great British adventure. On
their new album ELEVEN, Bluey records with his touring band for
the first time.
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ADVENTURES IN BLACK SUNSHINE by Incognito
ADVENTURES IN BLACK SUNSHINE is like peeking
into Bluey Maunick’s personal diary — the album tells stories
through rich instrumentation and arrangements; real musicians who
can truly play; soulful, meaningful lyrics of universal appeal;
powerful vocals; and above all soul. He remains true to his music,
defying musical and cultural categories and boundaries.
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WHO
NEEDS LOVE by Incognito
Incognito frontman and co-founder Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick keeps the
band’s latest offering as eclectic as ever, moving easily from jazz, to
house, to funk, and a Brazilian-tinged groove with guest vocalist, Ed
Motta on the title track. Also contributing to the album is British trad
rocker and the Jam leader Paul Weller.
Includes a remix
from
the Brand New Heavies(previously unreleased in the U.S.) of Can’t Get You
Out Of My Head
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RED DRAGONFLY
by Jane Bunnett
With two
consecutive Grammy® nominations and a Canadian Juno Award,
Bunnett expands her musical horizons exploring twelve traditional
hymns and songs from around the globe. Her soaring soprano sax
weaves through beautiful melodies from Japan, Brazil, South
Africa, U.S., France, Canada’s North, and Cuba.
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WHAT'S GOIN' ON? Songs of Marvin Gaye
by Jason Miles
Gathering many of the
most talented young musicians from all backgrounds and styles
alongside jazz giants, Jason Miles orchestrates a tour de force of
sensuous grooves and style that rekindles the spirit of the great
Marvin Gaye.
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MILES TO MILES, In the Spirit of Miles Davis
by Jason Miles
Of all the
music you will hear today, this month, or even next year, Miles To
Miles stands alone. Its funky, jarring grooves and angular
melodies are new, exciting, different, even dangerous. The
production is expansive; the arrangements embrace exotic world
music tonalities and rhythms; and the music itself features some
of the hottest names jazz has to offer. The man who constructed
this dynamic sonic palette? His name is Jason Miles.
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TEMPTATION by Jeff Golub
A little groovy, a little sexy, and a whole
lotta cool, TEMPTATION is the powerful Narada Jazz debut from top-selling
guitarist Jeff Golub. Including a nod to one of his influences, Wes
Montgomery, Golub continues to make his mark on contemporary jazz with
these 11 new tunes featuring his blues-drenched guitar lines, pop/rock
sensibilities, and chilled-down grooves.
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GRAMMY NOMINEE |
FLIPSIDE by Jeff
Lorber
A melding of old style swing
rhythms and contemporary hip-hop production, infused with
bebop-era improvisation featuring Lorber’s
signature style acoustic and electric keys.
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PHILLY
STYLE by Jeff Lorber
Grammy-nominated keyboardist Jeff Lorber
pays tribute to his Philadelphia roots on his Narada Jazz debut, PHILLY
STYLE. Masterfully capturing the soul of the
Philly sound, Lorber's legendary chops lay the foundation for a spirited
and playful urban funk, with guest performances by Richard Elliot and Gary
Meek.
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KICKIN' IT
(reissue) by Jeff Lorber
Originally
released in 2001, KICKIN’ IT features his signature style on both
Fender Rhodes and Hammond B-3 highlighted by a bevy of guest
artists including Dave Koz, Steve Cole, Richard Elliot, Siedah
Garrett, and many more.
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MIDNIGHT
(reissue) by Jeff Lorber
Originally released in 1998, this break-through album includes
both acoustic and electric fare for a groove-filled, retro-feel
vibe which solidified Lorber among contemporary jazz’s elite.
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REVOLVING DOOR
by Joyce Cooling
Better than ever, Joyce Cooling’s 7th career
album is cool and hot.
Through all her career accomplishments, Joyce Cooling has become an
established star of contemporary urban jazz. She can play it all - from
Brazilian to blues to urban cool to straight ahead jazz. A unique finger
picking style that’s all her own, and a passion for melody and harmony,
the music comes first.
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THIS GIRL'S GOT TO PLAY by Joyce Cooling
This Narada Jazz debut is a powerful statement
by an artist at the top of her game. Exceptional chops, coupled
with a simmering vibe and stand-out songwriting give her new album
an edge that's sassy, sexy, and savvy.
Check out the
great
interview with WJJZ in Philly!!!
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WALLS OF AKENDORA by
Keiko Matsui
Keiko Matsui’s latest recording of all new material, showcases her signature
sophisticated jazz style on ten tunes that range from the
classically-inspired to bold and brassy.
Bonus DVD of Keiko's
November 26, 2004 live
performance at Bukamura Orchard Hall in Tokyo, Japan.
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WILDFLOWER
by Keiko Matsui
All new
music, featuring Keiko Matsui's signature evocative piano over a
gentle groove.
Matsui's activities around WILDFLOWER will benefit the United Nations
World Food
Programme’s efforts in Africa. She will
raise media and audience awareness of this plight during her
extensive 2004 U.S. tour.
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Live Concert CD & DVD *
WHITE OWL
by Keiko Matsui
Matsui has wowed audiences around the world
with elegant, award-winning records and high-energy live shows
featuring her signature grand-in-scope compositions. WHITE OWL
captures Matsui’s vibrant 2002 live performance at Bunkamura
Orchard Hall, Tokyo backed by sax, bass, drum, guitar, and Kazu
Matsui on shakuhachi.
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RING
by Keiko Matsui
On her new album, Keiko Matsui
hopes to bring a message of peace, compassion, and humanity.
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DEEP
BLUE
by Keiko Matsui
Inspired
by the Mediterranean Sea, DEEP BLUE features her signature blend
of elegant, contemporary jazz - with a deep spirituality, a
classical flair, and a cool, R&B groove.
Special enhanced CD includes video footage and photo
gallery!
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WHISPER
FROM THE MIRROR
by
Keiko Matsui
Known
for her unique ability to blend Eastern mysticism with playful
melodies, Matsui's easy funk piano has made her a favorite at
concert halls, jazz festivals, and on the radio.
WHISPER
FROM THE MIRROR is a re-release of Matsui's newest title,
showcasing her classically-inspired themes alongside jazz
improvisations and sweeping harmonies.
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ANOTHER DAY
by
Molly Johnson
Produced
by Craig Street (Norah Jones, Cassandra Wilson, Susana Baca, Holly
Cole), the 2003 Juno nominated ANOTHER DAY marks the U.S. debut of
Canada’s leading lady of jazz. Reminiscent of Billie Holiday and
Dinah Washington, Molly Johnson’s naturally warm voice colors her
provocative interpretation of jazz & pop classics and new tunes.
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KEEPIN' IT COOL
by Nick Colionne
Colionne's Narada Jazz debut showcases his Wes Montgomery-inspired style
accented with blues, rock, and R&B. His melodies sing with emotion and his
Chicago roots shine on this fresh, contemporary jazz album.
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WITH ONE VOICE by
Ramsey Lewis
Lewis performs 7 inspirational
trio originals and is joined by guests
Smokie Norful, Darius Brooks,
and
Donald Lawrence, with the James Memorial
Sanctuary and New Vision Choirs on 5 traditional and original gospel songs.
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TIME FLIES
by Ramsey Lewis
Approaching the 40th anniversary of
his Grammy®-award winning album THE IN CROWD, the project’s title
track has remained a popular highlight of Lewis’ live shows, and
as such has intricately woven itself into the pianist’s very
being. So have many of the other compositions that Lewis has
explored throughout his storied career, music which runs the gamut
from R&B to jazz, gospel to classical music.
Ramsey Lewis takes an introspective look at his life and his music
on one of his finest albums ever, TIME FLIES. In addition to new
versions of The In Crowd and Wade In The Water,
Lewis pays homage to early influences with stylish renditions of
Kirk Franklin and Yolanda Adams gospel favorites, masterpieces by
Bach and Brahms, as well as original trio tunes with a twist.
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APPASSIONATA
by the Ramsey Lewis Trio
Traditional jazz in an acoustic trio setting. Straight-ahead
improvisations of classical and operatic favorites, traditional
spirituals, and Lewis’ swinging blues-infused jazz originals.
Ramsey Lewis on grand piano, Larry Gray on acoustic bass and
Ernie Adams on drums.
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SIMPLE PLEASURES
by Ramsey Lewis & Nancy Wilson
SIMPLE PLEASURES features the
eloquent Ramsey Lewis Trio and 5 elegant vocals with Nancy Wilson.
Includes compositions made famous by Debarge, Lennon & McCartney, and Billie
Holiday, plus Ramsey Lewis originals.
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MEANT
TO BE by
Ramsey Lewis & Nancy Wilson
Two
gifted Grammy-winners, together again for the first time in
nearly 20 years - Ramsey
Lewis in an acoustic jazz trio setting featuring five
stunning vocal performances by Nancy
Wilson.
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SHADES OF SOUL by Shades of
Soul
Jeff Lorber
joins forces with guitarist Marlon McClain and bassist Nathaniel
Phillips as
Shades of Soul
to record music together. Over time, the group was joined by
guests Chris Botti, Hidden Beach icon Terry Stanton, and the
unforgettable saxman Art Porter for one of the last recordings
before his untimely death. Streetwise and funky, the session
bucked the too-smooth jazz of the '90s and proved way ahead of its
time.
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TRUE
by Steve Cole
this recording shows Cole effortlessly bridging the gap between
instrumental virtuosity, seamless ensemble playing, and a
high-caliber creative chemistry that runs the stylistic gamut.
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SPIN
by
Steve Cole
Making his
Narada Jazz debut, SPIN, this Chicago native’s acoustic-based
tunes give the genre a fresh jolt with outstanding melodies and
top-notch musicianship.
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THE LIVE TAKES,
VOL. 1 by Toots Thielemans
Legendary jazz harmonica artist Toots Thielemans' new
recording captures the virtuosity of his live performances from Birdland to
Belgium in a cool array of standards and new originals.
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THE BEST OF URBAN KNIGHTS by Urban Knights
For the
first time ever,
THE BEST OF URBAN KNIGHTS brings
together the top cuts from this storied band’s first two albums on
GRP and from its Narada Jazz catalog.
THE BEST OF URBAN KNIGHTS is much
more than a “greatest hits” package. It’s an album of outstanding
music by one of the genre’s most successful groups.
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URBAN
KNIGHTS VI by Urban Knights
Contemporary jazz best-sellers Urban Knights
return to the studio for their tightest and most sophisticated session
yet. The Chicago-based corps turn up the funk on covers – including
Usher's mega-hit My Boo and Ramsey Lewis’ classic Close Your
Eyes And Remember — and on cool, new originals.
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URBAN
KNIGHTS 5 by Urban Knights
Ramsey
Lewis and the hippest young Chicago players put together a tight,
off the hook set on URBAN KNIGHTS V. Featuring guest
performances by Kenny
Garrett, Michelle
Williams, Henry
Johnson, and more! Produced by Frayne T. Lewis.
Includes the radio hit Marvin Gaye's " Got To Give It Up" - check
it out!
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URBAN
KNIGHTS IV
by The Urban Knights
Produced and
arranged by Frayne T. Lewis
A
powerful and passionate urban, funk and jazz grooves featuring
performances by Fareed Haque, Hardeman, Ramsey Lewis, The
Staples, Tami and many other contemporary jazz giants.
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Knights presents THE CHICAGO PROJECT
A
showcase album featuring new music by stand-out soloists Ron
Haynes, Fareed Haque, and
Kevin Randolph.
From Haynes’ cool trumpet, Haque’s soulful guitar, and
Randolph’s smooth keys, each player’s tracks bring new
perspectives to the Urban
Knights’ groove. Produced by Frayne T. Lewis.
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URBAN
KNIGHTS III
by
The Urban Knights
Produced and
arranged by Frayne T. Lewis
The Urban Knights return with powerful and passionate urban, funk and
jazz grooves featuring performances by Fareed Haque, Hardeman,Ramsey Lewis, The Staples, Tami and many other contemporary jazz
giants. It's time to rock the house!
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