Spyro Gyra | A Night Before Christmas

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Contemporary Jazz, Smooth Jazz

SPYRO GYRA RINGS IN THE HOLIDAY SEASON

“A Night Before Christmas” due in stores September 23, 2008

Spyro Gyra

As the seasons change and the end of the year draws near, even the most forward thinking and cutting-edge artists take a nostalgic moment to count their blessings. Spyro Gyra has spent more than three decades pushing the boundaries and definitions of jazz beyond the commonly accepted parameters. In so doing, they continue to forge an edgy, enduring sound that incorporates some of the best elements of jazz and merges them with R&B, pop, Latin and various other styles.

But it isn’t always about breaking new ground. All five of these talented innovators – saxophonist Jay Beckenstein, pianist Tom Schuman, guitarist Julio Fernandez, bassist Scott Ambush and drummer Bonny B – agree that there’s a time and a place for reconnecting with tradition and celebrating the fundamental values at the core of their music and their lives.

This year, Spyro Gyra celebrates the holiday season with A Night Before Christmas (HUCD 3145), a collection of eleven tracks that capture the yuletide spirit with a decidedly traditional jazz vibe. – Heads Up International

Andre Delano | My So Fine [Review]

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African American, New Music, Saxophone, Smooth Jazz, Soul Music

Andre Delano, "My So Fine"

After his successful debut “Full Circle,” back in ’05 as well as his follow up album called “First Christmas” in ’06. HBCU {Jackson State University) grad and Nu Groove Records recording artist Andre Delano, returns with his another deliciously smooth, sax filled, soulful, enjoyable, and sexy third offering affectionately titled “My So Fine.” Delano explains why he do what he do, “A lot of people say that the saxophone is a very sexy instrument. “My So Fine” is an album that is all about love’s sexiness. My challenge on this one was to see just how sexy the saxophone could be.” Once you hear and judge for yourself how sexy Dre depicts each note that mesmerizes and validates his purpose for playing his horn on these selections: “More Than Words Can Say, College Sweetheart, and Get To You.”