New Smooth Jazz CDs In Stores

Need some new music in your boom box?

Here's three new SJ releases you may want to check out:

The group Streetwize has "Put You To Bed"

Keyboardist/vocalist Joe mcBride has "Lookin' For A Change"

Trumpeter Rick Braun has "All It Takes"

Thanks for supporting our smooth jazz artists.

Carol Archer is back

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 23, 2009
 ALL THAT JAZZ AND CAROL ARCHER JOIN FORCES TO FILL SMOOTH JAZZ FORMAT VOID
 (Las Vegas, NV)
 -- Prominent radio promotion firm All That Jazz, Inc. and celebrated music journalist
Carol Archer announce the formation of a new Smooth Jazz editorial column, "The Straight
Skinny."
The weekly column will debut Tuesday, August 4 on the All That Jazz website,
www.allthatjazzinc.com
.
"The Straight Skinny" will address the challenges facing the Smooth Jazz format with
insight from a diverse cross-section of the industry and will spotlight artists and
music that comprise the heart of the format.
When asked about her mission, Archer states, "My goal is to provide reporting and
analysis to increase the effectiveness and provide inspiration and courage through
editorial discussions, success stories and
thought-starters. I will probe the best and the brightest in the industry to uncover
strategic thinking that is
critical to radio success."
All That Jazz Vice President Jason Gorov continues, "Smooth Jazz lost an important
voice following Carol's departure from R&R.
  We saw the need to bring a sense of community back to the format. Our combined
dedication to Smooth Jazz and Carol's commitment to journalistic excellence made
the move to revive her
column on our website an effortless decision."
 Lead by music industry veterans Cliff Gorov and Jason Gorov, All That Jazz, Inc.
is regarded as the top
independent promotion firm in the Smooth Jazz industry for over 20 years.  The company
is credited for
breaking new artists at radio and helping to launch the musical success of such artists
as Norah Jones, Boney James, Diana Krall, Corinne Bailey Rae, Peter White, Euge Groove
and others.
 Archer began her career in San Francisco as
Music Director of CHR KFRC before moving to Los Angeles to assume Music Director
duties at KIIS-AM, where she rose in the ranks to Program Director.
She later joined Sin-Drome Records, and in June 1994 Archer became Radio & Records'
NAC/Smooth Jazz Editor.
Nielsen Company closed Radio & Records in June 2009.
 Additional information can be obtained by contacting Jason Gorov at (702) 453-6995,

 

I just don't understand people

I know this has nothing to do with smooth jazz, but I've got to get it
off my chest.

There is a nonproffit organization that serves a national client base.
I have used the services of this group for nearly 20 years. Each
year, I have made it a point to send them a nice little check in
appreciation for what they do. Last year, because of some special
consulting work, I was even able to send them a little nicer check
than normal.

They made a change in the delivery method of one of their services
they provide a couple of years ago. At first I did not care for the
change, but decided to give it a try. After several months, I still
was not pleased so I e-mailed the Executive Director. In her column
in the newsletter, she gave her e-mail address and encouraged people
to write to her. No response, so I figured she was over loaded and
waited about a month. Still no reply, so I e-mailed again.

Nothing.

Assuming my messages were eaten by her e-mail filter, I called and
left a voice mail message asking her to contact me. Even provided a
toll free number to make it easy.

Another month and nothing.

so I call again. This time, I actually leave a message with a person.

Still no reply.

This is a horrible way to treat people. Very poor management skills
and not the kind of person I would want heading up an organization.

What's wrong with people these days?

Are they so consumed with themselves they can't figure out what they
really need to do?

Well, i've figured it out.

Until there is a different Executive Director or I get a response from
my four messages, no more contributions will be headed their way.

All i can say is it's very sad.

No, I'm not going to name the organization or give you more clues.

I work hard for my money and there's not a big pile of it left over
each month. If people can't even have the decency to return your call
or even reply to your e-mail, then surely, they are too busy to have
to take the time to open my envelope and deposit my check. So I'm
just doing my part in saving them some time and effort.

Steve

Smooth Jazz USA Tonight

hey smooth people:

We have a jam packed show for you tonight.

We will check out tracks from two new CDs:

guitarist Dean Grech is in with "Look Out"

and trumpeter David Wells has "Skyline."

Plus, keyboardist Joe McBride who has a new CD titled "Lookin' For A
Change," will join us to talk about his life, music and the new CD.
Growing up with low vision and becoming totally blind as a teen, Joe
has an interesting story to share.

And if that's not enough, Peter White, the most played smooth jazz
artist will be releasing a new CD in September and I'll play for you
the first single to be released from his next album which is titled
"Good Day."

We also have a new number one song again this week.

Smooth Jazz news, artist birthdays and if we can squeeze it in, a
couple of other new tracks as well.

I'll see you on the computer radio tonight for two hours of some of
the best music in the world.

it's incredible.

Stay smooth!

Steve Bauer
http://www.jazznotes.net

On the Internet
Smooth Jazz USA
Tuesday at 0:00UTC
Monday 7PM CDT
8PM Eastern
The Global Voice
http://www.theglobalvoice.info

Should you wish to remove your e-mail address from this mailing list,
and that would make me sad, it's easy. Just send a blank message to:

smoothjazzusa-unsubscribe@jazznotes.net

Sunday Jazz Brunch Playlist from July 26, 2009

The Sunday Jazz Brunch
July 26, 2009
KRBB (B98-FM)
Wichita, Kansas
http://www.b98-fm.com

 

10 a.m. to 12 noon
Host: Steve Bauer

 

10:00 Hour
Keiko Matsui - Mediterranean Eyes
Kevin Mahogany - Don't Get Around Much Anymore
David Sanborn - Straight To The Heart
Stanley Jordan - Steppin' Out
George Benson - Living In High Definition
Jessy J. - Tropical Rain
Earl Klugh - Sleepy Head
Drew Davidsen - Astro
Joyce Cooling - What Are We Waiting for
Glenn Miller - In The Mood
Diane Schuur - Nice Work If You Can Get It
Project Grand Slam - Ode To Jerry

 

11:00 hour:
Boney James - Here She Comes
Kim Waters - Easy Going
Nils - Soul Mates
Cindy Bradley - Bloom
Craig Chaquico - Songbird
Basia - Blame It On The Summer
Euge Groove - slow Jam
Darren Rahn - Talk Of The Town
Paul Hardcastle - The Circle
Primal Sky - Son Of The Sea
Ben Tankard - Hold On, Keep Strong

 

This is not a computer generated list.  It was created by the Model
10 Generation tool, also known as my fingers.  I apologize for any
typos or miss-spelled words.

 

For information on current smooth jazz albums, go to:

 

http://www.smoothjazz.com

 

or the website of your favorite artist.

 

Thanks for supporting smooth jazz!

Special Feature - Walter Cronkite Interviews Dave Brubeck

A couple of years ago, Walter Cronkite, the most trusted man in America, sat down and talked with Dave Brubeck, a jazz legend.

 

The two Icons talk for over 45 minutes about Brubecks life.

 

These two remarkable people, were actually in similar places during WW2, but really didn't realize it until they sat down and talked about the war.

 

To listen to this most wonderful and interesting interview, go to:

 

http://www.jazznotes.net

 

and click on the Extra Show link.

 

Thanks much!
Steve Bauer
http://www.jazznotes.net

On the Net
Smooth Jazz USA
The Global Voice
Monday 7PM Central
http://www.theglobalvoice.info

Smooth Jazz USA e-news Update for July 20, 2009

Hey smooth people:

The good news is that my main computer is all well and better and the
show will go on tonight.

We will be featuring tracks from the following new releases:

Keyboardist Joe McBride is in with "Lookin' For A Change"

Vocalist Kurt Elling has "Dedicated To You"

and Saxophonist Johnny James has "The Cure."

Plus, as promised, I will play the long or album version of the new
song from George Benson, "Living In High Definition." from his
upcoming CD "Songs and Stories."

Smooth Jazz news, artist birthdays and a new number one song make up
our show tonight.

I hope you can join me on the Internet radio for two hours of some of
the best music in the world.

Stay smooth!

Steve Bauer
http://www.jazznotes.net

On the Internet
Smooth Jazz USA
Monday 7PM CDT 6PM CST
Tuesday 0:00UTC
The Global Voice
http://www.theglobalvoice.info

Sunday Jazz Brunch Playlist for July 19, 2009

The Sunday Jazz Brunch
July 19, 2009
KRBB (B98-FM)
Wichita, Kansas
http://www.b98-fm.com

 

10 a.m. to 12 noon
Host: Steve Bauer

 

10:00 Hour
David Benoit - Linus and Lucy
Earth, Wind and Fire - That's The Way Of The World
Four80East - Roll On
Theo Bishop - Timeless
Jeff Kashiwa - When It Feels Good
Cindy Bradley - bloom
Oleta Adams - Feelin' Good
Craig Chaquico - Songbird
Dan Siegel - What Goes Around
The Rippingtons - Paris Groove
Jonathan Fritzen - VIP

 

11:00 Hour:
Bob James - Angela (The Theme From Taxi)
Blake Aaron - Desire
Jessy J. - Tropical Rain
Oleta Adams - Let's Stay here
Jonathan Fritzen - In Your Eyes
Marc Antoine/Paul Brown - Foreign Exchange
Candy Dulfer - CD101.9
Andre Delano - The Da Da Song
Alexander Zonjic - From A to Z
Paul Taylor - Burnin'
Earl Klugh - The Summer Knows

 

This is not a computer generated list.  It was created by the Model
10 Generation tool, also known as my fingers.  I apologize for any
typos or miss-spelled words.

 

For information on current smooth jazz albums, go to:

 

http://www.smoothjazz.com

 

or the website of your favorite artist.

 

Thanks for supporting smooth jazz!

Smooth Jazz USA for July 13th

Hey smooth people:

On the show this week, just lots of music. Unfortunately, my main broadcast
computer has died and this is creating some challenges. We'll be on the
air, but from the back up computer.

As you may recall from last week, we talked extensively about the state of
smooth jazz. I took direct aim at The Weather Channel from an article that
indicated that they were no longer going to have smooth jazz as part of
their Local On the 8 segments. I e-mailed the new Executive Vice President
of Programming regarding this issue. to my total surprise, I actually
received a reply this week and it surprised me what he had to say. I'll
share that message with you on the show.

Smooth Jazz news and lots of music is what's on for this week.

Around these parts, it's very very hot with an Extensive Heat Warning on
until Tuesday night. So we're just staying inside and will have lots of
cool music for you.

it's all on The Global Voice, Tuesday 0:00UTC, that's Monday 7pm central 8
eastern.

Hope you will be with us?

Stay smooth!
Steve Bauer
www.jazznotes.net

On the Internet
Smooth Jazz USA
The Global Voice
Monday 7PM central, 8 Eastern
http://www.theglobalvoice.info

Sunday Jazz Brunch Playlist for July 12, 2009

The Sunday Jazz Brunch
July 12, 2009
KRBB (B98-FM)
Wichita, Kansas
http://www.b98-fm.com

10 a.m. to 12 noon
Host: Steve Bauer

10:00 Hour
Tower of Power - Me and Mrs. Jones
Paul Taylor - Burnin'
Nils - Soul Mates
Jimmy Sommers - Making Whoopie
What A Wonderful World
Andre Delano - The Da Da Song
Tim Bowman - High Def
Richard Elliot - Move On Up
Oli Silk - Chill Or Be Chilled
Bob James - Westchester Lady

11:00 Hour:
Chuck Loeb - Sarao
Shilts - Broken Silence
Roger Smith - Sittin' In
Bad Sneakers
Dan Siegel - What Goes Around
Warren Hill - Mojo
Diana Krall - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
Joseph Vincelli - Sunny
Erly Thornton - Turn Off The Lights
Wishing On A Star
Pat Metheny Group - Last Train Home

This is not a computer generated list. It was created by the Model
10 Generation tool, also known as my fingers. I apologize for any
typos or miss-spelled words.

For information on current smooth jazz albums, go to:

http://www.smoothjazz.com

or the website of your favorite artist.

Thanks for supporting smooth jazz!

Fw: 2009 "28th" Savannah Jazz Festival (For Immediate Release)

Immediate Release)

 

 

 

 

 

2009 SAVANNAH JAZZ FESTIVAL

September 20 - 27

Various venues in Savannah (including)  Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday outdoors in beautiful Forsyth Park

 

The 2009 " 28^th " Savannah Jazz Festival, celebrating jazz as a living art form -built on a constantly evolving tradition will offer all types of jazz, from Dixieland, traditional swing, straight-ahead and bop to melodic standards, and funky down-home "gutbucket" blues.

 

The festival boasts  the best in international, national, regional and local jazz talent.  Sponsored by the City of Savannah, the Festival is free and open to the public.  Food and drink venders on-site.  

 

 

The 2009 festival will feature (among others), Mose Allison, Grace Kelly, Ben Riley Trio- featuring  Guitarist Jim Hall, Savannah Jazz Orchestra with Oliver Nelson Jr. Conducting and featuring  Doug Carn, University of North Florida featuring  Ed Calle, Longineu Parsons & Flight of the Vultures,  The FlyCats, International Groove Conspiracy, Howard Paul, Ben Tucker, Teddy Adams, Huxsie Scott, Shane Pruitt Group, Savannah Arts Academy Jazz Band, The Jazz Corner All-Stars Coastal Jazz Hall of Fame All-Stars, J.B. Scott's Swingin' Allstars, more, more, more . . . 

 

For more information call 912-675-5419 or go to www.savannahjazzfestival.org

 

After Festival BBQ Jam Session at Blowin' Smoke

 

***The Coastal Jazz Association thanks the City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs for providing Major funding for the Savannah Jazz Festival

Smooth Jazz USA Tonight

Hey smooth people:

Tonights show is going to be a little different. I'll have the latest
in smooth jaz news, celebrate some artist birthdays and:

Share tracks with you from the new CD by vocalist Oleta Adams titled
"Let's Stay Here." Plus, I've got a new song from George Benson.

Now the different part of the show. Over the past week, sadly smooth
jazz has taken another blow from corporate America. We'll talk about
that and invite you to be part of the show. I want to chat with you
on the air about the music we love. What you like and don't like.
What can we do to convince corporate America that there is strong
support for smooth jazz? What should the artists be doing to help our
cause?

I will open The Smooth Jazz Line 316-858-0098 and you can call in
anytime during the show.

If nobody calls, then I'll just play music. But I really want to hear
from you.

I might even open Skype to take calls as well.

So, put your thinking cap on and I'll see ya on the Internet radio
tonight.

Stay smooth!

Steve Bauer
http://www.jazznotes.net

On the Internet
Smooth Jazz USA
Monday 7PM CDT 6PM CST
Tuesday 0:00 UTC
The Global Voice
http://www.theglobalvoice.info

Sunday Jazz Brunch Playlist for July 5, 2009

The Sunday Jazz Brunch
July 5, 2009
KRBB (B98-FM)
Wichita, Kansas
http://www.b98-fm.com

 

10 a.m. to 12 noon
Host: Steve Bauer

 

10:00 Hour
Rick Braun - Tijauna Dance
Paul Brown - Cosmic Monkey
Kirk Whalum - Someone To Love
Peter Cincotti - On The Moon
Jessy J. - Tequila Moon
Marcus Johnson - Chillaxin'
Richard Elliot - Relentless
Torcauto Mariano - So Far From Home
Alexander Zonjic - Doin' The D
          From A to Z
Tony Bennett/Bill Evans - Who Can I Turn To

 

11:00 Hour:
Praful - Sigh
Joyce Cooling - In The Cool Of The Night
Richard Elliot  - Rock Steady
Marcus Johnson - This Place Hotel
Nils - Soul Mates
Eric Marienthal - Blue Water
Candy Dulfer - CD-101.9
Joyce Cooling - Global Cooling
Renee' Olstead - Ain't We Got Fun
Cindy Bradley - Bloom
David Lanz - America
Dave Koz - Star Spangled Banner

 

This is not a computer generated list.  It was created by the Model
10 Generation tool, also known as my fingers.  I apologize for any
typos or miss-spelled words.

 

For information on current smooth jazz albums, go to:

 

http://www.smoothjazz.com

 

or the website of your favorite artist.

 

Thanks for supporting smooth jazz!

Smooth Jazz Removed from Weather Channel's Local On The 8's Segments

I pretty well knew that when NBC purchased The Weather Channel, they would
ruin it. And yes, they've taken some pretty good shots at the channel and
it's really noticable.

Today I learned that the Weather Channel has decideed to replace the smooth
jazz that has been a part of the Local On the 8's with soft rock. Hmmmm!
Do they really understand how stupid this decision was? No, and sadly, I
doubt they give a damn either.

It's going to be harder to understand the voiced information as it is spoken
over soft rock which almost always is a vocal track. Smooth Jazz made it
much easier to understand. The Weather Channel also has had two Smooth Jazz
CDs compiled of music that was popular in these segments and both peaked
very high on BillBoards Jazz album chart. How many ways can you say DUMB?

I'm slowly getting to the point where I just about refuse to tune in to the
Weather Channel and put up with their poor decisions regarding programming
and now the removal of smooth jazz from the local segment.

Their logic makes no sense and of course, these big corporations don't make
sense either. The networks wonder why viewership is going down and down and
down? If they'd just look in the mirror, they'd know why. So Mr. Weather
Channel, you just go ahead and play your soft rock and knock your socks off.
for me, you've just encouraged me not to tune in and put up with your
garbage.

By the time you realize your mistake, it will probably be too late as you
will have totally distroyed The Weather Channel and you will be scratching
your heads saying, "What in the world did we do wrong?"

You won't listen even if we try to tell you, so go and enjoy the ride, yes,
the ride down the river and hope you can swim cause your ship is starting to
sink.

Bring back more live weather programming and smooth jazz during the Local on
the 8s and you can save the ship from sinking before it's too late.

Steve