May 17, 2013 - After only four weeks Andy Snitzer is sitting pretty at the top spot of the Smooth Jazz Now Top 50 Countdown. "Andy's done well," says John Beaudin Operations Manager at the AirCom Jazz Network, "he dethroned Boney James from the #1 spot," adds Beaudin. 
May 3, 2013 - Things keep looking better for Boney James. The popular sax-man has the biggest hit of the year so far on Smooth Jazz Now with 'Batucada.' It's now been #1 for five weeks. "It's always special when a song stands out that much," says John Beaudin Program Director of Smooth Jazz Now. 
April 30, 2013 – Good Morning America has announced a huge line up for its 5th Annual Summer Concert Series. 
April 25, 2013 – Three gifted smooth Jazz musicians; Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum and Norman Brown came together 11 years ago with their group BWB. These guys put their name on the map with the famous album Groovin’ and are back in full swing with an upcoming release ‘Human Nature’ set for release June 18th. 
April 19, 2013 - Boney James is again the most talked about artist on Smooth Jazz Now. His hit 'Batucada' was the most requested tune on our station for the last two weeks. "You have to love a song with this type of staying power," says John Beaudin, Program Director of Smooth Jazz Now. 
April 10, 2013 – The hottest new song on the Smooth Jazz Now TOP 50 chart last week was Andy Snitzer's 'Candy' entering at an impressive #5. The tune comes from, 'The Rhythm,' Snitzer's 3rd Native Language album and his 8th overall. The label calls the single “sweet funk/pop” which it is indeed. “I just love this song,” says John Beaudin Program Director of Smooth Jazz Now. 
March 27, 2013 – They say “everything is perception” and from the start our image of Rob Tardik has been hard working and positive. With the release of his fourth album LIMITLESS, later this year, we thought we would catch up with Tardik and ask about the sound of the new project. 
March 27, 2013 - With the release of Jim Samuel's new album 'Smooth Covers, Smooth Dance' last week and our 90-minute radio special on his career we thought we would delve a little deeper into what makes Samuel tick. 
March 26, 2013 - Boney James had the most requested tune on Smooth Jazz Now for the second week in a row. His new single 'Batucada' has only been on the chart four weeks and two of those have been at #1. "Anytime we get a Boney single we know our audience will get it to #1," says John Beaudin, Program Director of Smooth Jazz Now. 
March 26, 2013 - Mike MacArthur has an impressive resume. Playing with Diane Schuur and the late great Maynard Ferguson creates great cache for an artist.
March 22, 2012 – Dave Koz will be joined by several of his old pals as he kicks off A Summer Horns Tour 2013.
March 13, 2013 - Boney James doesn't fool around! The famous sax-man has reached the #1 spot on the Smooth Jazz Now Top 50 Countdown and it only took him three weeks. "Ok, really - this is Freakin' Boney James," says John Beaudin, Program Director of Smooth Jazz Now. "Boney is not just known as a superstar, he proves it with every song and every album." 
March 9, 2013 – Natalie Cole has found her muse again! The 'Unforgettable' singer told fans on Twitter that she's coming back. The nine time Grammy winner should have a new album out this year. 
March 5, 2013 - Canadian singer, Michael Buble is getting ready for his upcoming album “To Be Loved’ hitting stores April 23rd. 
March 2, 2013 – I think the reputation of a music reviewer is that of a bitter and jaded curmudgeon living in a van down by the river. Years ago after writing a blistering review of a project that sounded half finished the artist approached me at a club and screamed, “You must spend a lot of time looking for things to hate?” “Actually it's the opposite, I answered, “I use my hours looking for the good stuff, 3/4 of the trip, however, is filled cliched blah!” 
March 1, 2013 - For the second week in a row Euge Groove had the most requested song on SmoothJazzNow. As a result his 'House of Groove' easily made it to #1 on the TOP 50 chart. "Euge is like Boney James, Dave Koz or Peter White," says John Beaudin, Program Director of SmoothJazzNow, "They all consistently release music that sticks with listeners." 
December 13, 2012 – SmoothJazzNow has a new artist/interview feature called One-On-One. It’s 20 questions for your favorite Smooth Jazz artists. Most acts will be asked the same questions but we will also change it up on some weeks. 
December 13, 2012 – Greg Adams has been out there. Even though many fans know him from his days with Tower of Power that stint seemed to be just an opening act for what was to come. 
December 11, 2012 - It's been a great year for Pete Giltin. The guitarist reached #1 on the SmoothJazzNow.com chart and there's no sign of him slowing down. We asked Pete to give us some rare facts - things you might not know about him. Check out the list. 
November 18, 2012 - Christmas music is a unique animal. A challenging one. Imagine explaining the concept to an alien, "So we celebrate this holiday and musicians, at least once in their careers, get to record the same 30-40 songs and hope that their versions sticks," MORE
May 1, 2012 - We live in a world where most instrumental music sounds like it was made for a 5x5 vertically moving room and that includes some Smooth Jazz. Interestingly, most Smooth Jazz musicians are technically some of the best players on the planet but many have fallen into this big vacuous hole, an amnesic state, where channelling Bert Kaempfert is common place. 
April 4, 2012 – Esperanza Spalding is a groovy chick. I mean, really, when she’s in the room, everyone else disappears and I’m talkin’ more than that big “love-sculpture” hair. She’s the type of musician you might walk up to at a party, ask about her music, and walk away three hours later regretting the question. This lady has a vision so you better have a seat. 
October 20, 2011 – This is no ordinary album. In fact, there is nothing normal about this album and that’s what makes this one of the most perfect projects that’s ever come across my desk. 
– On her third album Colbie Caillat has decided to strategically give us an uptempo summer-vibe. It still sounds like her smash debut “Coco” but this time it’s Colbie with caffeine and it’s positive and fun
– There are not too many things in life as deliciously lazy as Michael Franks voice. The guy could chill out someone on deaths door. Seriously, angst has no place on a Michael Franks record – he’s good at one great thing..making you feel good! |
Kenny G Files For Divorce The couple have been apart since the beginning of the year when Balynda initially filed for legal separation. The couple have two children Max 17 and Noah 14 and Kenny is seeking joint custody for them both but doesn’t want to pay spousal support. He also mentions that he and Balynda have a pre-nuptial agreement and the 45 year old musician is currently worth around 50 million. Kenny's latest single is 'Namaste' featuring Rahul Sharma and is currently charting at #17 on the Smooth Jazz Now TOP 50 Chart.. - By Shannon Edwards
Kenny G's Wife Files For Separation Both parties have hired bigwig lawyers and maybe that's in preparation for a match in divorce court. TMZ reports Kenny has scooped up lawyer Laura Wasser, who has represented Angelina Jolie and Kim Kardashian. The couple has two sons and apparently a bunch of money floating around, it's an estimated 48 million. It’s also not known if they had a prenup, so as you can imagine, both parties will be treading around here lightly. - by Shannon Edwards |
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Kenny G Goes Nuts for Christmas Kenny G currently hosts a midday weekend show on BA’s Smooth Jazz Network. He has released 6 Christmas albums. For more info, contact BA VP of affiliate relations Christine Brodie at 818-461-8017 or chrisbrodie@broadcastarchitecture.com. – by Jim Rankowski
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Kenny G Likes to Fly Solo June 5, 2008 – Some people might say spotting Kenny G, Yanni, John Tesh and Michael Bolton on the same tour bus might be a sign of the end of times. Actually, the rumour was that the four musicians were forming a super-group called the Four Horseman of the Apocalypse, ok maybe that last part was a lie. Kenny G says he’s not sure where the rumour came from, “I was just as surprised as everybody else when I read it. I like doing my own thing and I think that's what keeps me sounding different and having my own thing, which is just concentrating on my own music and recording it my way and just keeping my brand exclusive." The saxophonist likes to be a solo artist and says you’ll never see him in a super group. Though the four musicians are attacked frequently, sometimes unfairly by critics it would be a daunting task to get them to record and work together. The latest Kenny G album Single Sax-O-Loco peaked at No. on the Smooth Jazz charts. – Kari Graham |
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For a Guy People Love to Hate Kenny G Sure Sells A lot April 5, 2008 – Poor Kenny G has been the brunt of lots of jokes but if the guys is so lame why does he continue to top the charts? His “Sax-O-Loco” the first single from “Rhythm & Romance” his first all-Latin album has topped the charts. The album is his first on the joint partnership distribution with Concord Records and Starbucks. Kenny has proven to be loyal to the people who helped him along the way working with the same bunch of collaborators including producer, Walter Afanasieff. Kenny says, Walter and I have worked together for well over 20 years. And he's just an amazing musician, great producer, so we really worked hand in hand on this with the arrangements and the recording process and the mixing and all the parts. And he's just been a big part of al lot of my music and a very integral part of this one." Rhythm & Romance debuted at Number One on the Billboard Top Contemporary Jazz Albums chart. |
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Kenny To Premiere New "Romance" CD on Wave January 8, 2008 - There's good buzz on the new Kenny G project. The saxophonist is set to release "Rhythm & Romance" on the Starbucks label in February. Kenny plans on debuting the CD via a radio special on KTWV - The Wave in Los Angeles. Broadcast Architecture is also making a national version available. Both will have Kenny G hosting the festivities. Contact Wave VP of programming Paul Goldstein at pgoldstein@947thewave.com. Deadline is Jan 9. - by John Beaudin |
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Kenny G Joins Smooth Jazz Network RAMSEY LEWIS (6-10a), MIRANDA WILSON (10a-3p), DAVE KOZ (3-7p), ANNIE ASHE (7p-midnight) and BILLY RAVEN (midnight-6a). The weekend lineup is made up of BRIAN CULBERTSON (6-10a), KENNY G (10a-2p), NORMAN BROWN (2-7p), PAUL HARDCASTLE (7p-midnight) and BILLY RAVEN (midnight-6a). Review - Kenny G - At Last…The Duets Album Covers and Duets Highlight Next Kenny G Album Kenny G To Return Before Years End New Kenny G Ultimate Collection CD |
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January 20, 2012- Kenny G may be standing in the ring with his wife of 20 years, Lyndie Benson-Gorelick. According to TMZ she has recently filed papers for a legal separation from the sax player in L.A. County Superior Court stating “irreconcilable differences.” 
Nov. 14, 2008 – I just love it when a Jewish guy gets all hyped up on Christmas. Kenny G is planning a huge radio special for Christmas. Kenny, whose real name is Kenneth Gorelick has a 48 hour special of instrumental Smooth Jazz classics produced by radio consultant Broadcast Architecture.
November 27, 2006 - Broadcast Atchitecture's new Smooth Jazz Network is set to debut in January and the hiring of Kenny G now rounds up the cast of hosts. The saxophonist will host the 10-2PM weekend shift. BA President Allen Kepler says "As he continues his illustrious recording career, hosting this new network show will deepen Kenny's relationship with his fans across the U.S. Working with Kenny is a dream come true for me personally." Kenny adds, "I think it is a great way for me to personally be in touch with the people around the country who have supported my music for many years."
March 27, 2005- Anytime superstar saxophonist Kenny G releases new material, it creates shockwaves heard all over the Smooth Jazz world. But his 2002 release, Paradise, left a little to be desired. It lacked the usual effort and emotion Kenny has always put into his music going all the way back to the Duotones days. So when it was announced "At Last…The Duets Album" was set for release, it was intriguing for two reasons: To hear an improved new effort from Kenny, and to hear more covers of songs from him, after the great success of his "Classics in the Key of G" album. "At Last" certainly gives you a reason to listen, and not just to Kenny himself. More |
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