Paul Hardcastle -][- 19 BELOW ZERO – [Universal UK, 2012 | Import] –

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Composer, Keyboards, Paul Hardcastle, Producer, Universal UK

Paul Hardcastle, 19 BELOW ZERO

Paul Hardcastle -][- 19 BELOW ZERO – [Universal UK, 2012 | Import]

2012 two CD release from the British keyboardist, songwriter and producer. Paul Hardcastle rose to the top of the charts with his global hit ‘19‘ in the early ’80s. A ground breaking record at the time, Paul’s in-studio experimenting gave him a place in history as a pioneer of electronic production. His classic record ’19’ was #1 in 13 countries and led to the formation of Simon Fuller’s empire, 19 Management.

This double compilation album, which features nine brand new tracks, sees Paul at his best and includes; his sensational collaboration with Marvin Gaye, “Rainforest / What’s Going On”, an as yet unreleased original version of ’19’ and a brand new Sunday Morning mix of the legendary track by Rob Da Bank. The album also introduces his daughter Maxine Hardcastle on vocals. Kick back and take it easy to Disc One with a collection of tracks made to accompany sunrises and sunsets. Disc Two will up the tempo with some smooth tunes perfect for mooching around. Fontana.-[Editorial Review | Amazon.com]-

Rick Braun trumpets the Holidays

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Autism Society of America, Brauntosoarus Music, Dave Koz, David Benoit, Gregg Karukas, Jeffrey Osborne, Kirk Whalum, Mindi Abair, Peter White, Philippe Saisse, Rick Braun, Trumpet

“Swingin’ In The Snow” showcases a stellar cast on timeless seasonal classics with album sales benefiting the Autism Society of America

Rick Braun, SWINGIN’ SNOW

Sherman Oaks, CA (8 October 2012): As cool as a winter’s eve, as warm as a holiday dinner with loved ones, and as beautiful as an exquisitely ornamented Christmas tree , Rick Braun’s “Swingin’ In The Snow” is a celebration of “the most wonderful time of the year” featuring some of the contemporary jazz star’s talented friends. Braun produced the elegant 11-song set that will be released by Brauntosoarus Music on October 16th. The merry band of musical elves who joined the trumpeter-vocalist in his workshop include Mindi Abair, David Benoit, Gregg Karukas, Dave Koz, Philippe Saisse, Kirk Whalum, Peter White, a string quartet and a gospel choir led by R&B crooner Jeffrey Osborne. Braun will donate one dollar from each album sale to the Autism Society of America.

Nils -][- CITY GROOVE – [Baja Records, 2012] –

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Alex Al, Baja Records, Clydene Jackson, Daryl Jones, Guitar, Mitch Forman, Nils, Reggie McBride, Ricky Lawson, Simon Phillips

Nils, CITY GROOVE

Nils -][- CITY GROOVE – [Baja Records, 2012] –

Nils new album, City Groove captivates the exciting vibrant sound of the best of today’s jazz grooves. The album includes 12 original compositions featuring some of today’s hottest musicians accompanying Nils on lead guitar. The players include Ricky Lawson and Simon Phillips on drums; Alex Al, Reggie McBride and Daryl Jones on bass; Clydene Jackson and Mitch Forman on keyboards and Oliver Brown percussion.

Nils is also joined by chart topping artist Jeff Golub on a great instrumental duet. Tracks include: City Groove, Casablanca, Sunset Blvd., Let’s Bounce, Funk In Da House and 7 more. -[Editorial Review | Amazon]-

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The Rippingtons -][- BUILT TO LAST – [eOne Music, 2012] –

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Composer, eOne Music, Guitarist, Producer, Russ Freeman

The Rippingtons, BUILT TO LAST

The Rippingtons -][- BUILT TO LAST –Mp3– [eOne Music, 2012] –

One of the best-loved and commercially successful jazz groups ever—THE RIPPINGTONS — celebrate their 25th Anniversary with BUILT TO LAST. Its their biggest, most ambitious album ever.

Rippingtons leader Russ Freeman has challenged himself and his band mates to make an imaginative, hook-filled collection, fronted by the new single Cougars and Gigolos. The mix of music is enticing and sure to please fans and newcomers alike, and includes four bonus alternative versions with full orchestra, adding a further, neo-classical dimension to this career landmark.

Tak Matsumoto -][- STRINGS OF MY SOUL – [335 Records, 2012] –

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335 Records, Guitarist, Japan, Larry Carlton, Tak Matsumoto

Tak Matsumoto, STRINGS OF MY SOUL

Tak Matsumoto -][- STRINGS OF MY SOUL –Mp3– [335 Records, 2012] –

Entered #4 on Japanese Charts in its debut week. Releasing outside of Asia for the first time!

Championed in his homeland as the most renowned guitarist in all of Asia, Tak Matsumoto is primarily revered as chief songwriter, GRAMMY WINNING guitarist and producer of the Japanese rock band, B’z. His newest solo album “Strings Of My Soul” is a self-selected “best-of” record mixing Jazz, Blues, and Rock. Tak re-recorded all the previously released tracks, and wanted to cover “SUKIYAKI” for a while, he finally made it happened with the special guest appearance of 4-time Grammy Winner Larry Carlton. -[Excerpt | 335 Records]

Go here, to listen too “The Moment” by guitarist Tak Matsumoto.

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Fourplay -][- Espirit De Four – [Heads Up, 2012] –

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Bob James, Chuck Loeb, Harvey Mason, Heads Up International, Nathan East

Fourplay, Espirit De Four

Fourplay -][- Espirit De Four – [Heads Up, 2012] –

Supergroup Fourplay delivers another solid, straight-ahead meets contemporary jazz release. The follow up to 2010’s Let’s Touch the Sky, this is the second album to feature the group s newest member, guitarist Chuck Loeb. Here he joins the all-star lineup of keyboardist Bob James, bassist Nathan East and drummer Harvey Mason, each of whom contribute at least two compositions to the release.

One of the more notable tracks is the Bob James composition Put Our Hearts Together which he wrote for a concert in a region severely impacted by the devastating Japanese tsunami of 2011. It appears as both an instrumental and vocal version on the CD. Japanese pop star Seiko Matsuda lends her voice on this moving tribute. -[Editorial Review | Amazon]-

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VAN MORRISON RETURNS TO BLUE NOTE RECORDS

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Blue Note Records, Male Vocals, Producer, Songwriter, Van Morrison

Van Morrison

June 26, 2012, New York – Van Morrison returns to Blue Note Records for a new studio album Born To Sing: No Plan B to be released on October 2. Morrison previously released the Grammy-nominated What’s Wrong With This Picture? on Blue Note in 2003.

Van says: “With most record companies being so corporate I am happy to be working with Don Was and the team at Blue Note. To have such a creative music person as the head of my recording label assures me that all the effort taken to write and record this new album will be rewarded with a music-based focus and marketing approach. I look forward to many recording projects with Don and Blue Note.”

Sans Chichi -][- MUTE N’ MUSE – [Chinchin Records, 2012] –

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Chinchin Records, Distribution 13, Sans Chichi

Sans Chichi, MUTE ‘N MUSE

Sans Chichi -][- MUTE N’ MUSE –Mp3– [Chinchin Records, 2012]

Great movies have great soundtracks… soundtracks, with no frills, but with great feeling and clear melodies being straight to the point. The album Mute N’ Muse from Sans Chichi would not only have the makings of a great soundtrack, it is already one!

It’s a wonderful soundtrack for all occasions. Even without the colorful pictures it has a lot to tell, and creates a unique way in its moods and emotions.

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Erin Boheme -][- WHAT A LIFE – [Heads Up, 2012] –

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Concord Music Group, Erin Boheme, Female Vocals, Heads Up Records

Erin Boheme, WHAT A LIFE

Erin Boheme -][- WHAT A LIFE – [Heads Up, 2012] –

When you’re young, five or six years can make all the difference in the world. Sometimes the road is rocky, sometimes it’s full of good fortune. Most times it’s a little of both. But no matter what the terrain, the traveler who keeps her eyes and ears – and her heart – open to the world will inevitably learn something along the way.

Every girl dreams. But, in the case of relationships – dreams don’t always work out in the way one might have imagined. More often than not, they don’t. Erin Boheme is every girl. For the first five years of her “dating” life, the right things just didn’t seem to materialize – but it wasn’t for a lack of trying. Often times getting to the dance might be easy, but it never guarantees you a successful dance.

Brian BROMBERG -][- In The Spirit of Jobim – [Artistry Music, 2012] –

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Amazon.com, Artistry Music, Bassist, Brian Bromberg, BrianBROMBERG.com

Brian BROMBERG, In The Spirit of Jobim

Brian BROMBERG -][- In The Spirit of Jobim –Mp3– [Artistry Music, 2012] –

Brian was born December 5th, 1960 in Tucson, Arizona. He grew up in a family of musicians and artists. His father and brother played the drums. With all that music around the house, and drums all over the place, it was natural for Brian to start playing the drums as well. Brian was two and a half years old, beating up the furniture and banging on anything that didn’t move. After some years of playing and practicing, Brian began his professional career as a drummer at the age of thirteen.