In The Mix with Reggie TheJazzman

Episode 6: Fade To Black Vol. 7

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 01:09:52 +0000

It's raining outside....again. So why not just run with that? I'm chillin in the Mixing Lab letting the creative juices flow. With me it always comes down to feel. Today, the serenity, the mist, the light rain and my personal peace of mind intersected. Yep...I FEEL that...
This Is Respite, a breather. More relaxation for the mind, body and soul. Close your eyes, Let it soak in....it's time to Fade To Black.....

Fade To Black Vol 7 Intro Reggie TheJazzman
Alejandro's Lullaby Marc Antoine
Down to the Ocean The Park Avenue Experience
How To Love Me Phillip Brooks
Late Night Eric Montgomery
Oceans of Time David Carr Jr.
Sunset Chasers (feat. Marion Meadows) Cal Harris Jr.
Easy On Me Kim Waters
Treasure Love Suggestions
I Need Your Love Love Suggestions
Higher Judah Sealy
Best Part Dante'
Forever Jazmin Ghent
Lle´vame a la Luna Nestor Torres

Episode 5: The Carefree Drive Show #5 (2024)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 18 May 2024 02:35:33 +0000

I've been holding onto this for a while...something summery, just in time for some warm weather, fun in the sun, island hopping, Pina Colada and all of that stuff. Traded the automobile in for a yacht, cruising with a twist.....VACATION STYLE!
My featured artist for this podcast is Eric Copeland from Player A. His lyricism and laid back style will certainly bring to mind someone who I'm sure you're familiar with. Just listen to that voice.....and drift away.
ENJOY THE MIX!

Episode 4: The Carefree Drive Show #4 (2024)

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 03 May 2024 17:55:05 +0000

Just finishing up April and the JAM sessions (Jazz Appreciation Month) with a fresh podcast. I'm squeezing this one in....better late than never . ENJOY!!

Episode 3: The Carefree Drive Show #3 (2024)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 21:40:52 +0000

April is proving to be a big month. The universe is granting many of us a once-in-a-lifetime experience....a chance to see a full eclipse. I happen to live right in the Path Of Totality so for right around 4 minutes I'll be covered to total darkness at 3 in the afternoon.
In addition, I'm having to make some huge changes in the way I create my podcasts and mix music. I wasn't quite ready for this monumental learning curve at this point. Hopefully with my new equipment I'm able to capture the same sound quality as you're used to. Leave me a comment and let me know what you think ... this is the first out of the new box. Be patient while I get my sound dialed in. Meanwhile....LISTEN, SHARE, DOWNLOAD and ENJOY!

Episode 2: The Carefree Drive 2024 Show #2 (2024)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 18:40:00 +0000

This one is FIYAH from the start....I just happened to truly be in one of those 'cast your cares to the wind" moods so I did just that. It translated into some some pretty energetic cuts to kickstart the podcast. Soundwise, i optimized this one in the Mixing Lab. The audio really kicks in a vehicle with that crisp, airy, open road wind in your hair feel. SO, hit the road and ENJOY! If you happen to get HAPPY FEET don't blame me for the speeding ticket!!

***Intro***
Road Trippin' Scott Allman
Midnight Rendezvous Mark Jaimes
Love Light in Flight (feat. Shawn J.) Sheila Raye Charles
Dreaming Rainforest Band
Bottom to the Top (feat. David Dyson) Najee
Lovely Day Konstantin Klashtorni
Blue Ice 400 PROOF ENJOY THE R.U.M.
Laid Back & Mellow Jayson Tipp
Cruising On Your Body Carlos Camilo
Spontaneity (Smooth Mix) Spontaneous Groovin' Combustion
Sandcastles 2.0 Brian Culbertson
Waiting In The Wings James 'PJ' Spraggins
Back to the Basics Innertwyned
Street Scenes Jeff Jarvis
Stylish Judah Sealy
Kiss of Life Blair Bryant
If I Ain't Got You Eric Darius
Mountain Sound Catie Waters
The Climb Candy Dulfer
Beautiful One Terence Young
No Rhyme, No Reason eJazz Artistry
Two For One Fahrenheit 702
Full Moon Jeremy Sean Hector
I've Been Loving You Too Long Tristan
Hypnotic Love Maysa
Midnight Pass Vincent Ingala
Nightfall D.S. Wilson
Two Hearts Eric Montgomery
A Little Moxie Cindy Bradley
Sand to the Beach Ervin Pope
***Outro**

Episode 1: The Carefree Drive Show #1 (2024)

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 20:56:56 +0000

Life throws you curveballs but you have to stay at the plate, dig in and keep on swinging. This podcast is me connecting and sending the curveball SOARING. Techy issues with my toys along with just a busy daily schedule have kept me from putting out shows regularly but guess what?? PERSISTENCE BREAKS RESISTANCE! I'm stubborn so...here it is.
Lots of good music on here, it TRULY felt good to get this one under my belt.
The First...its special.
Certainly not the last!!
ENJOY!!

Fade To Black Vol. 6 (Mind, Body, Spirit)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sun, 05 Jul 2020 18:22:35 +0000

As a Flower Blossoms (I Am Running to You) Pat Metheny
With You Barry Stoffberg
The Flow Wolfgang Haffner
Reflections Damien Escobar
Promises (For Priscilla) Darren Rahn
If I Could Nelson Rangell
The Gift B. Thompson
The Dancer Onaje Allan Gumbs
Gratitude Ace Livingston
Mother Nature aj (ahhsh)
Journey Vahagn Stepanyan
Indigo Rain Rei Narita
Wheels of Love Passion Crew
Leave Tomorrow Behind Gary Honor
Breath Jesse Cook
Spending My Time with You Mattias Roos;Andrey Chmut
Saying Goodbye (Album Version) David Benoit

Fade To Black 'Candlelight' (Volume 5)

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 01:03:45 +0000

Rest and Relaxation Continues....

Intro
Dreams David Foster
Somewhere Over The Rainbow Lindsey Webster
Love Deluxe Tom Grant
Angela (theme from Taxi) Alexander Zonjic
Pure Imagination Dave Valentin
The Water Is Wide Sam Levine
In the Meantime Terry Tuck
Lovely Day Fabiana Passoni
Think About It Steve Cole
Minnie Mike Phillips
Morning Rain J. White
Stay Awhile (The Prelude) Judah Sealy
Never Look Back Kilauea
Looking Back Brian Culbertson
Call Me Love Nick Colionne

The Carefree Drive (Morning Coffee)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 23 May 2020 18:28:46 +0000

*** Intro ***
Black Coffee Jerahmy Kellen
Morning Mist Kool&Klean
Theme For Jackie Rodney Franklin
Right Here, Right Now Eric Darius
And Coffee Marcus Anderson
Bring Me To Life Peet Project
Sangria D'art
Slow Brew Joe Fuentes
Take Time Ron Otis
Send One Your Love Boney James
Sand Castles Jeff Lorber
Sunny Morning (feat. Jill Saward) Roberto Tola
The Universe Matt Bianco
Togetherness Alex Parchment
Heavens Not So Far Away Genai
Como A Aguia Cane Garden Quartet
Brazilian Affair Najee
Personal Touch Vincent Ingala
Morning Breeze Bryan Anderson
Little Sunflower Alexander Zonjic
Autumn Rain GTF
On The Move Soul Cafe
Pictures of Dreams Michael Ferenci
Happy eJazz Artistry
Mornin' Chillaxing Jazz Kollektion
Love Is All We Need Skinny Hightower
Brother to Brother Michael Walker & Karen Bernod
Feel The Breeze Paul Hardcastle
Kiss of Life Margot B
You Moved Me To This Lisa Fischer & James 'D Train' Williams
I Can't Stop Loving You eJazz Artistry
Blue Moon Jason Smith
Take Off Robert Kramers
Bittersweet Skinny Hightower
*** Outro ***

A Toast To Love

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 18:25:57 +0000

I couldn't let Love Day pass by without dropping something although I'm a day behind. An eventful week and some untimely technical issues set me back a few days. I was going to just skip this mix altogether but a couple well-placed requests and I gave in. It's all about love right?
Soooooo.....cozy up with that special someone and let me know how this works for ya.
Happy Belated and Enjoy the mix!

When I Fall In Love Maysa
My Funny Valentine Pieces Of A Dream feat. Tracy Hamlin
Falling in Love Tony Saunders (feat. Derick Hughes)
Say You Love Me Natalie Cole
You Put A Move On My Heart Tamia
With Each Beat Of My Heart Stevie Wonder
Trust You Art Porter
The Moment I Saw You Rick Braun
Sugar Colors Aiden Carter
I Wanna Thank You Frankie Beverly & Maze
Dream Come True. Fourplay
The Lady In My Life Michael Jackson
My, My, My Gerald Albright
Love Bridges Harold Haity
Morning Kisses Thumper & Generation
The Closer I Get To You Kim Waters
Crazy Love (The Mashup)
Your Smile Jaared
Just the Two of Us Dennis Collins
When Somebody Loves You Back Victor Fields
Love's Melody Kim Waters
Lovely Day (Feat. Jeff Lorber) Victor Fields
The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Chris Walker
Cupid Lynne Fiddmont
Ribbon In The Sky Eric Darius
Heaven Sent Streetwize
My Girl Is A Dime Charlie Wilson
Skies Wide Open (Featuring Avant) Brian Culbertson
Little Dream Girl Nelson Rangell
Lost Without Your Love. Peter White
Through the Fire Michael Lington
Sweet As A Rose Phillip Brooks
Outro

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without) Jan 2020 (#2)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 18 Jan 2020 23:40:40 +0000

Shoutout to all my friends and listeners on the African continent. Your presence is FELT, your IMPACT is GREAT and YOU'RE MUCH APPRECIATED! I can't say enough! When I looked at my geographical statistics, I was blown away. Thanks for your amazing support! You know I just had to give something back so this show is dedicated to you!! ENJOY!

Intro Reggie TheJazzman
High Tide Jonathan Butler
Three Mile Drive David Myles
Flow Innertwyned
Can U Feel It Wil Key
You're My Joy Randy Scott
I Adore You Ron Otis
Blow 4U Kirk Whalum
Around the World Jarez
Visions Of Love Ty Causey
Only Kisses Michael Ferenci
Jazz Cruise Nils
Do Something Else Gail Jhonson
Groovin' U (Single Mix) Randy Muller Boom Chang Bang
Bassin' (featuring Paul Jackson, Jr.) Al Turner
Joromi Kunle Ayo
Mandela Bay Jonathan Butler
Ten Years Free (Feat. Ernie Smith) Kirk Whalum
Tembani Musa Manzini
African Breeze Jonathan Butler
Hero's Song Ernie Smith
Neo Life Groove Najite
Tie Silk Groove:55
Livin' Large Euge Groove
At the Crossroads Michael Ferenci
Cafe Jazz Rocco & Rahj
Everyday (feat. Mike Phillips) Lin Rountree
Looking Up Steve Cole
Sweet and Sassy Eddie Reddick
Outro Reggie TheJazzman

Somewhere In Alabama (Eric Essix feat. Martin Luther King Jr. RTJ Remix)

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 01:48:58 +0000

While i was looking through my catalog for songs and song titles relevant to Martin Luther King Jr., I thought about the deep south where many of his battles were fought. Of course, three key cities involved in the civil rights movement were Selma, Montgomery and Birmingham. Along with marches and non-violent protests, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered some of his most memorable speeches in these locations. When I saw Eric's title 'Somewhere In Alabama', I was curious so I listened and instantly knew this was the song that I was searching for. Soulful, emotional and raw.
Having familiarized myself with many of Martin's speeches, all that was left was to find a message that was moving, powerful and fitting. Eric's guitar work and lead in laid the foundation for Martin's delivery and as the song transitions, I carefully positioned Martin's prophetic speech.
After listening to the final mix several times, I was left with an overwhelming feeling of awe of what's been accomplished and how far we still have to go. Eric after hearing the finsihed product was moved as well.
Special thanks to Eric Essix, a Birmingham Alabam native who allowed me use of his tune.

A Moment To Chill....The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 02:35:07 +0000

Intro ReggieTheJazzman
Just Hold On Bobby Wells
Love's Holiday Nathan East
That's The Way Of The World Joseph Vincelli
The Road To Peace Gerald Albright
Uncharted Love Selina Albright
The Look of Love Kim Scott
Rain In St. Tropez Luxury Grooves
When I Whisper Europa
Just Chillin' Marc Antoine
My Pleasure (feat. Carlton Wilcox & Jeames Graham) Judah Sealy
Smooth Sailing Sekou Bunch
You're Magic Brian Culbertson
I Miss You Ervin Pope
Keeping It Together Al Gomez
Don't Ask My Neighbors Will Downing
Something You Said David Benoit
Chill Out Andreas Svarc
If You Were Here Tonight Vincent Ingala
Umbrella for Two Frank Sutton
Embrace Jeff Ryan
Lite a Candle Phillip Manuel
Let the Music Take Me Wil Key
New Day Gregory Speights
Subtle Message Spencer Sherrod
Feel the Light Kool&Klean
Holding Back the Years Nathan Mitchell
Anything Sheldon Ferguson
Outro Reggie TheJazzman

Fade To Black Volume 4

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 14:26:36 +0000

When I close my eyes, whether the purpose is to settle down and relax, nap for a few or call it quits for the night and fall asleep, I like having those slow, melodic tunes by my side with the volume just right. Lullabies and ballads. It just 'does something' to you. My inquisitive nature about what that some thing is led me to do some research.

We've heard it said that music has charms to sooth a savage breast. An article I found helps make sense of that adage. The National Sleep Foundation (www.sleepfoundation.org) posted the article, "Can Music Help You Calm Down and Sleep Better?" The answer is a definite yes and they go on to explain why. Music has a positive effect, an almost enchanting effect on us biologically and that is quite relevant to this mix and its purpose.
So......with that info in mind, let's dive in.
It's time to fade to black. RELAX and ENJOY!

Intro Reggie TheJazzman
Coming Home (Coco's Theme) Jason D. Jordan
When Morning Comes Chris Geith
All My Heart Brian Culbertson
Open Your Heart Tony Vattimo
I'll Take You There Michael E.
Sweet As U R Grant Geissman
Only (feat. Kaimi Hananoeau) Marion Meadows
Road Back To Love Gregg Karukas
Morning Voice Max Valldeneu
The Journey Jonathan Fritzen
Children's Games Nelson Rangell
The Rose Urban Knights
It Ain't Over Til It's Over Jamie Lancaster
I Wanna Know Dennis Nelson
Para Brisa (Pure Breeze) Nestor Torres
Dream Of Forever Mike Murray

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without) Oct '

Reggie TheJazzman — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:10:50 +0000

***Intro***
Turning It Up Nicholas Cole
Sunshine Sheldon Reynolds
Ascension (feat. Charon Bratcher) Al Reid Jr
Before I Let Go Urban Jazz Coalition
Free to Be (feat. Jazmin Ghent) Kim Scott
Mr. Nugroove J. White
Dolly's Jam Gregory Tyrone
Revival Paul Taylor
Bass Man Wayman Tisdale
This Must Be Love Incognito
Sweetness Jackiem Joyner
What Turns You On Lukas Setto
A Thousand Miles fo/mo/deep
Silver Lining BK Jackson
Favorite Kevin Jackson
Mighty To Save Bernard Harris
Strength Moonchild
You're in My Dreams Urbanity
Smooth Dreams Pieces of a Dream
Together At Last Norman Brown
Fulfillment Micheal Randolph
Simpatico Maysa
Always Be My Lover Jonathan Fritzen
Hangin' Out Kim Waters
Love Will Find A Way U-Nam
Harbor Groove Nathan T. Duncan
Keepin' it Real Joe McBride
***Outro***

FUNK (A Smooth Jazz Mixes Exclusive)

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 16:51:29 +0000

This will be added to the morning routine at some point. Yeah, a hot shower feels good and gets things moving. Add a cup of coffee to boost things a little more, need that kick to get everything moving in the right direction. But when I turn up the funk, the morning is on a whole nutha level.

The Mixing Lab was crazy, buzzing with mad energy when I put this podcast together. Wicked bass lines, killer horns and sax, and that funky organ the Hammond B3 dropping some soul. There's some familiar cuts in there, remixed and remodeled but I won't spoil it. I'm sure you'll recognize them immediately. This mix is definitely outside of the box but like I said, there's a lot more room out there to play.

Featuring music from:
Jeff Golub, Mauri Sanchis, Larry Carlton, Novello, Pat Register, Dirk K, Brian Culbertson, Lin Rountree, Gerald Albright, Girl Talk, Randy Scott, Candy Dulfer, Dave C. Norman, Pieces Of A Dream, John Carey, George Benson, Chuck Brown, Marcus Miller, Frankie Smith, Soren Reiff,, Josh Vietti, U-Nam and Victor Wooten
ENJOY!!

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!) Sept 2019

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 16:52:51 +0000

I've been feeling this uptempo kinda vibe lately. Maybe because the days of summer are counting down and I'm holding on to that sunshine. Midwest Ohio is certainly beautiful in the fall with all its combinations of red, orange and yellow foliage but I like feeling the summer breeze. I have to admit though that mornings are nice right now, the air is crisp and fresh, and the night aren't too bad either. Easy to fall asleep and wakes you right up in the morn. The seasons are cycling through and I have put together some pretty cool music to keep us company.

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE You Can't Live Without!) July 2019

Reggie TheJazzman — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:39:12 +0000

I'm back with some more, this podcast on the heels of some 'me' time. Yep...summer brings on sunshine and vacation. Thankfully I had jus enough of both. I had a pretty nice getaway, hitting the road for about 5 hours or so. And you know I was listening to?? That's right...The Carefree Drives were loaded up back to back. Helped make that drive seem a lot shorter, smoother and enjoyable. I couldn't wait to get back home and produce another segment...so here it is.

Pop this one in the MP3 player when you get on one of those long drives. This mix comes in at around 2 hrs and 40 min. I'm definitely sure it'll enjoyably help get you to your destination. Let me know...

Featured on this extended podcast is music from Doc Flowers, Vincent Ingala, Pieces Of A Dream, The Sax Triplets, Larry White, Najee, Nelson Rangell, Chris Standring, Gerald Veasley, Jonathan Butler, Incognito, Althea Rene, Julian Vaughn, Art Porter, Lindsey Webster, Brian Taquin, Paul Taylor, Jeanette Harris, The Rippingtons, Chris Walker, R. L. Walker, Brian Clay, Charley Langer

The Carefree Drive (The 'RIDE' You Can't Live Without!)

Reggie TheJazzman — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 01:06:32 +0000

It has been quite rainy this season...most of the spring and now leading into summer, which is officially here. I'm not one who is influenced that greatly by strong winds, dark clouds, torrential downpour and flooding but Mother Nature has a way of getting attention. She definitely caught mine.

Not to be deterred, I turn to the tunes. There's all kinds of new stuff out there, some of which you'll hear on this show. Personally, I just try to make an interesting blend, like a 5 star chef. Cooked to perfection. Let me know if the meal was served 'just right'.

Special shout to Mikael Manley, legendary Commodores guitarist and one heckuva sound man, for all those loooooooong chats and for being that brother from another mother .

ENOY THE MIX!!

Her Name Is (Su Nombre Es).....

Reggie TheJazzman — Sun, 19 May 2019 01:55:36 +0000

Beauty in the dark.....it piques the curiousity, the need to know.

There's much to say about the silhouette of a woman, the shadows of mystery. Lurking in the dark, she's poised somewhere between the shadows and the light. For some it's a mystique that's attractive and sexy, For others, possibly even dangerous. Perhaps there's some magical magnetism that, one way or another, draws us closer.

Her name is....whatever she wants it to be.

Blue Light In The Basement

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 18 May 2019 00:07:09 +0000

It was the 70's. Saturday night back in NYC. Brooklyn to be exact.
You could always count on someone throwin' a house party. Maybe you didn't get a personal invite but somewhere, somebody had it goin' on. Seek and you would find. The neighborhood buzz would lead you to the place where you greeted by the sounds. You might get lucky and gain entry if you knew somebody that knew somebody partyin' at 'so and so's' house. Me? I had connections to the DJ spinnin the tunes using MY records and those old vintage Garrard belt drive turntables.
Upstairs was red light....party jams, high energy dancin to R&B and disco. But make your way downstairs, to the basement where the lights were blue. Ultimately thats where you wanted be. Thats where you found the slow jams.....
This is an ode to days gone by.....and the blue light.

Funnin'.....Old School Still Nu

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 01:01:21 +0000

Always putting my jazzy twist on things....and of course, 'IN THE MIX', Funnin' is a one of the 30 minute jazz mixes I put together for a short stint on a radio network several years back.
It was challenging and exciting to do something different and spice up the show at that time. It was my 30 minutes to show off my skills. The shows producer loved the mixes and kept me on. Unfortunately that whole thing came to an abrupt end. It ended up being a stepping stone for bigger and better things. No regrets...its all about the music

Phyllis Hyman, Angel Flying Free

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 07 Jul 2018 12:11:37 +0000

It's easy for me to admit I fell in love with this woman at some point a long time ago.

Like so many others, I still have much love for her even now.

Phyllis captured me with that beautiful voice and captivating beauty.
My "Sophisticated Lady". The One who has the amazing ability to make me remember, recall, reminisce, reflect and forget, leaving behind those sad days and difficult times. Rather instead I found solace in and coolin' with Phyllis and those collabs with Pharoah Monk, McCoy Tyner, Norman Connors and Michael Henderson.

This tribute recalls the amazing class and beauty of Phyllis Hyman, a star whose light faded too early and tragically. Depression and cocaine were her demons and her suicide left us devastated, asking, ourselves How and Why?

This mix takes me back to the eve of our meeting at the legendary Blue Note in NYC. I sat at her feet next to the stage and gazed up at this statuesque beauty, even taller with her signature headpiece. Post performance I was blessed to present her with a dozen roses. Definitely one of my life's most memorable moments. Many years later I can feel that night and recall my nervous sweaty palms. I smiling because she left me with something....a few special precious moments in time.

My preference here is to play her ballads, some of which may be more unfamiliar and obscure so for some you may be hearing new grooves. That's alright. Believe me, it's all good!

So here it is...hoping to see you again angel. Maybe we can Meet On The Moon.

If you loved her like I did, drop a comment or two below.

***INTRO***
Here's That Rainy Day
But I Love You
Falling Star
The Answer Is You
No One Can Love You More
Hold Me
Somewhere In My Lifetime
Be One
You And I
I'm Truly Yours
Give A Little More
Obsession
Groove With You
Betcha By Golly Wow
Can't We Fall In Love Again
When I Give My Love This Time
Hurry Up This Way Again
Old Friend
I Refuse to Be Lonely
Meet Me On The Moon

The Carefree Drive, The Ride You Can't Live Without (

Reggie TheJazzman — Sun, 29 Apr 2018 09:02:42 +0000

THE SHOW MUST GO ON.......

In spite of the fact that I practically lost my voice due to a battle with a cold, and physically was a little drained, this is where the rubber meets the road. Time to put in some work, after all, mentally I was feeling pretty good. Good enough to take a Carefree Drive.
MUSIC BE MY HEALER!

If you happen to be a little under the weather, maybe the change of seasons got ahold of ya, then this show is for you. Get your Kleenex, sit down, get comfy and hang with TheJazzman for a while. Guaranteed to soothe, it's music for medicinal purpose with some of the best in Smooth Jazz (it works....you'll see!)

FEATURING:
Will Downing, Copacetic, Urban Jazz Coalition, JWB, Doc Powell, Nick Colionne, Jay Soto, BWB, Kay-Ta, Euge Groove, Vandell Andrew, Najee, Brian Simpson, Blair Bryant, Althea Rene, Maria Jacobs, Phillippe Saisse and much more!

ENJOY!!

The Carefree Drive... The Ride You Can't Live Without!!

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 22:00:15 +0000

***Intro***
Just Came Here To Chill Smooth Jazz All Stars
The Chill Factor Emanuel Stanley
Chill Session Audley Reid
Closer Nick Colionne
Because It's Really Love Maysa
While You Were Dreaming (feat. Michael Lington) Adam Hawley
Free Ain't Free Mikael
We Got That Love Dee Lucas
Come with Me Zolbert
Love, Passion and Joy Euge Groove
Tender Daniel Chia
Love Take Me (Featuring Lindsey Webster) Rick Braun
Anytime Anyplace Donald Hayes
Wonderful Philip Maurice
Love Song (feat. Marion Meadows) Ragan Whiteside
Highly Sensitive Jill Saward
Rest Assured Oli Silk
Silent Love Bruce Riley
When You Smile (feat. Brian Culbertson) Marqueal Jordan
Get Here Eric Marienthal
Drive Thru Jeanne Ricks
Love Will Follow (feat. John Reid) Sugar and Silk Cruising Kuhio Hwy Patrick Yandall
Harveston Way Darryl Williams
***Outro***

Downtime Volume 13

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 17:21:24 +0000

Besides jazz I just have this thing for neo-soul...those grooves just get me every time. You'll hear that quite a bit in this mix, another one from my Downtime series.

ENJOY!!

The Voice (Intro) Raheem Devaughn
Without You Charlie Wilson
For You Nina Shaw
Heaven Kem
The Best Rahsaan Patterson
Without You Kem
Makings of You (Interlude) Angie Stone
Know It's Alright (Interlude) Carl Thomas
Sunshine Floetry
All You've Given Carl Thomas
Dreaming (Interlude) Ledisi
Hotel Ledisi
Come Close To Me Common feat Mary J Blige
Is It Possible Raheem DeVaughn
Love, Need, & Want You Jaguar Wright
You Might Win Kem
Other Side Of The Game Erykah Badu
Without You Dwele
Soul Free Rahsaan Patterson
Living For The Love Dwele
Catching Feelings Faith Evans

Downtime Volume. 6

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 15:23:29 +0000

Several years ago (I was blowing up the music scene as DJ RL then) I created a series of music cds incorporating mainly R&B with an every-now-and-then mix of jazz. I think I actually retired the series at Volume 18. I might post a few more but for now, here's one of my favs from that series....ENJOY!!

Dangerously In Love Beyonce
Smile Tamia
Burn Usher
Think About You Luther Vandross
Spending Time With You Janet Jackson
She Is Hous'ton
Simple Things Usher
Bedda At Home Jill Scott
Mocha Soul Impromp2
Your Body's Callin' R. Kelly
Wallflower Critically Acclaimed & Kev Bro
What If Ruben Studdard
Sweeter Than Sugar Joe
Easy Conversation Jill Scott
Diary feat Tony Toni Tone Alicia Keys
If I Aint Got You Alicia Keys
Everything About You Avant
Priceless Joe
You Got Me Avant

Throwin' Down (In The Mix With Reggie TheJazzman)

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 18:18:13 +0000

Today, I just had to bring this mix back....it's full of bass and some funk.

One of the great bassists, Victor Bailey passed on today at the young age of 56 and I can see him, feel him and HEAR him still thumpin his bass, the latest addition to the heavenly orchestra.

Victor fought the good fight, doing his best to stay in this realm with us but God and life had the last say. His body was afflicted with a disease that slowly caused him to lose control of his muscles, a condition called Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. He'd been battling this for over 25 years.

This is funky which is how I'm going to remember Vic..
You'll be missed
REST IN PEACE VICTOR BAILEY

The Sound Of Retro

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 23 Jun 2016 21:20:36 +0000

As I move through my early 50's, I recognize more and more samples of music from back in the day. This helps to keep the music from my era alive and well and is a constant reminder that that music was made to stand the test of time. Its refreshing to see the new school/old school connection.

I just love the sound of R&B and neo-soul. Cats like Raphael Saadiq, Babyface and Rahsaan Patterson making sure I get fed regularly. Of course when you put together a set that has some old and new, it's the sound that ties it all together. This set is a musical bridge and weaves just that type of pattern. If you like that type of music then you'll enjoy.

I'm not going to spoil it by listing the artists/songs. If you know your music, you're right in there. There's always a surprise or two when you turn me loose and of course, the mixes have to flow like butter.

I spun this one for SsassyRadio about five or six weeks ago and in case you missed it here it is for your listening pleasure. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

Reggie TheJazzman

Dare To Dream, A Celebration Of the Life Of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Reggie TheJazzman — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 01:04:39 +0000

"I have decided to stick with love, hate is too great a burden to bear." -Martin Luther King Jr.

January 15th, a great man with a greater love was born. Focused, he lived with a purpose burning within him and a determination to fulfill his destiny. He had a dream.

Unselfish, he gave his life knowing that it would propel and further that dream. "Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends". What manner of man was this? This mix recognizes the strength, courage, committment and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr through spoken word, sound clips and song. When you listen, listen with an open mind and an open heart. During this mix, try to walk a few steps with Dr. King and recognize how he's influenced your life and touched the world. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr...thank you! The dream continues.........

President Barack Obama is part of the dream fulfilled. After having served two terms, many of us are sad to see him go. Undeniably, we're privileged. We've lived and been a part of history, part of THE DREAM. Certainly, to say the least, Martin would have been proud and I'm sure, from his heavenly home, his light brightly shines.

SPECIAL NOTES:

While I was looking through my catalog for songs and song titles relevant to Martin Luther King Jr., I thought about the deep south where many of his battles were fought. Of course, three key cities involved in the civil rights movement were Selma, Montgomery and Birmingham. Along with marches and non-violent protests, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered some of his most memorable speeches in these locations. When I saw Eric's title 'Somewhere In Alabama', I was curious so I listened and instantly knew this was the song that I was searching for. Soulful, emotional and raw.

Having familiarized myself with many of Martin's speeches, all that was left was to find a message that was moving, powerful and fitting. Eric's guitar work and lead in laid the foundation for Martin's delivery and as the song transitions, I carefully positioned Martin's prophetic speech.

After listening to the final mix several times, I was left with an overwhelming feeling of awe of what's been accomplished and how far we still have to go. Eric after hearing the finished product was moved as well.

Special thanks to Eric Essix, a Birmingham Alabama native who allowed me use of his tune.

Gospel Meets Neo-Soul

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 16:50:20 +0000

Introduction To Jazzical Gospel Joan Clarke
Humblest Manner Joan Clarke
Intro Reggie TheJazzman
Spirit Karen Bernod
What If Sunny Hawkins
Send Me I'll Go (Intro-lude) Sunny Hawkins with Jamie Hawkins
I Lift My Hands Elder Jake Hughes
It's Official (Snippet) Gary Fuston
Everyday Jesus Anthony Brown & group therAPy
The Mystery of Godliness Jason Coleman (feat. Eric Westbrook & Estee Bullock)
Way We Praise Adrianne Archie
Destiny Izzy
In Love Tyshan Knight
Hear Me Tracii Chinwah
Mountains Sean C. Johnson
Sufficient (Bonus Track) D. Swint
What A Friend, Oh (Chronicles Album Version) Montrel Darrett
I Talk to God (feat. The Brooklyn Interdenominational Choir) Karen Bernod
Sonshine Semaji
Nothing Better Corey J
Got Love Kuzins
Perfect Peace Jonathan Dunn
The Sky Is the Limit (feat. T-Bone) Virtue
Testimony Anthony Brown & group therAPy
Alright Sunny Hawkins
Get Away Lashell Griffin
More Than A... Lisa McClendon
Just Ask My Savior UAB Gospel Choir

Twilight's Embrace

Reggie TheJazzman — Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:34:30 +0000

Intro
After 8 Ronny Jordan
Lovin' You Jimmy Sommers
Imagine This [feat. Nancy Wilson] Terri Lyne Carrington
Open Space Nils
Toni's Song Soundscape UK
You Are Steve Baxter
Sexy Cool George Duke
Options Joey Sommerville
Don't Worry Daniel Davis
Overjoyed Les Sabler
Isabella Gregg Karukas
You, Me And Forever Najee
Lost In Our Love Bobby Lyle
Romance the Night Najee (Feat. Phil Perry)
He Loves Me Preston Smith
Wishing On A Star Jaared
Kimi Trick Vincent Ingala (feat. Jonathan Fritzén)
Getaway Paula Atherton
This Could Be Real Richard Elliot
Fadeaway Paul Taylor
Give Me Love Mark Harper
Touch My Soul Johann Asmundsson

After The Rain

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 18 Jul 2015 13:34:47 +0000

The rain....
It was one of those days....again

Cloudy and wet, certainly a mood changer from the previous summer day, one of clear skies and sunshine. Rain can be a mood changer and as the light rains fell upon us all day, rather than darken my mood, it provided the perfect ambience for this mix. It was a summer storm that brought with it subtle claps of thunder and just enough flashes of lightning to separate the grey clouds from the red evening sky.

This all got me to thinking about nostalgia...old times, old friends and old school music. Reminiscing about life and the good ol' days. These are just the kind of days that lend itself to that.

This music set incorporates the finest artists in jazz with some pretty cool interpretation of the classic tunes. You'll recognize them I'm sure.

Good weather...the term is relative.
Go ahead....let it rain.

Betcha By Golly Wow Joe Carmouche
Wildflower Lisa Fischer
Mellow Nights J. Dee
The Long and Winding Road John Tropea
I Just Wanna Stop Miho Tabata
WITHOUT YOU Terence Young
Love Won't Let Me Wait Michael Lington
Always And Forever Randy Muller Boom Chang Bang
Can We Pretend Nicolas Bearde
Quiet Storm Chip Shelton
If This World Were Mine Reginald Van Carreker
When I Kissed Your Lips Tracey Harris
Stop, Look, Listen [To Your Heart] Boney James
Look At Me (I'm In Love) Vincent Ingala
She's Gone! Bradley Leighton
Slow Dance Ken Navarro
Sweet Thing Terence Young
Waiting for You Marcus Anderson
Sunrise Alex Bugnon
Is It Still Good To Ya? Kim Waters
If Only for One Night Kirk Whalum
If Only You Knew Cabo Frio

Groovin' Coolin' Top Down

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 23 May 2015 15:22:13 +0000

30 minute mix of jazz to groove to...

Intro Reggie TheJazzman
Seven Years of Good Luck Joe Sample
Teresa Pieces of A Dream
You Got Something Jeff Lorber
From A To Z Alexander Zonjic
Steppin' Nelson Rangell
My Sensitivity (Gets in the Way) Ledisi
Uptown Groovin' Soundscape UK
A New Day Duncan Miller

Fade To Black Volume 3, Bedtime Stories

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 23:11:34 +0000

Soundtrack to My Life Myroslav Levytsky & Rens Newland
Intro Reggie TheJazzman
How Do You Keep The Music Playing Gail Jhonson
Got To Be There Eric Marienthal
Travels Pat Metheny
When I Look In Your Eyes Bennett B
Hello My Brother Maurice Johnson
String Poet David Benoit
Cosmopolitan Nights Lifescapes Music
Suzie s Smiling Michael E
Angela (theme from Taxi) Alexander Zonjic
Some Next Grace Nelson Rangell
Concetta Emil Palame
Obsession Alphonse Mouzon
Day Dreaming Fabiana Passoni
If I Could Have It All Tony Guerrero
Outro Reggie TheJazzman

The Carefree Drive Nov 28th 2014

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 29 Nov 2014 21:08:41 +0000

Technology.....sometime it gets the best of us and it seems like its always the wrong time. While trying to get this show completed I lost my ability to record my vocals so missing on this show is quite a few of my qups but I managed to get a few in there. Usually I announce the artists/songs that you here but you'll have to check the playlist to get that info.

Now, I've got some troubleshooting to do. In the meantime, ENJOY THE SHOW!!

***Welcome To The Carefree Drive***
I'm Falling Earl Klugh
For the Love of You Valtierra Latin Orchestra
Natureza Humana Brazilian Love Affair
Sunny Side Up (feat. Verdine White) Freddie Ravel
A Distant Smile Ed Stone
Anything She Wants Blake Aaron
Vest Pocket Fourplay
Remind Me Ragan Whiteside (feat. Patrice Rushen)
Love On Top Doc Powell
Silky Curves Harry Austin
The Wave Antonio Jackson
Fishin Burton Band
Gentle Persuasion Chris Standring
People Make The World Go Round Christine Day
Blasé Velvet Voyage
Chasing The Wind Gregg Karukas
Color Green Jonathan Butler
Poinciana Tom Grant
Paradise Al Turner
Innocence (feat. Jeanette Harris) David P Stevens
Let's Bounce Nils
Up (feat. Russ Freeman) Jeff Kashiwa
Brownskin Girl Everett B. Walters
Aqua Verde Sherry Reeves
El Bajista Tery Tuck feat. Randy Scott
When Warm Matters Michael Lee Thomas
Fly 22 Darrell Gwinn
***OUTRO***

The Carefree Drive....The Ride You Can't Live Without! (Oct 31st 2014)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 01 Nov 2014 22:47:16 +0000

Sometimes its good to take a few minutes and slow life down. Let's venture into a place I call the Chill Zone where we can truly sit back, relax and enjoy....

Intro Reggie TheJazzman
Can You Stand the Rain Xavier Gordon
Secret Smile (feat.Vincent Ingala) Gregg Karukas
Stay Awhile Leon Pressley
Soft Rain Jazzmasters
You're As Right As Rain Lori Jenaire
Soft Touch Jim Manley
All of Me Xavier Gordon
Love This Way Again Ronnie Laws
No Rhyme, No Reason Al Jarreau (feat. Kelly Price)
The Touch George Duke
Daydreamin Jay Soto
Smile Leila
Questions Ace Livingston
Natchez Kirk Whalum
Wind Chimes Mike Murray
Under the Stars David Baroni
Hands On You Ace Livingston
It's Only You Brian Culbertson
In Rainbows Peter White
Get Here 496 West
Driftin' Jamhunters
Simply Stated Ronny Smith
Forever & Always Antonio Allen
Close To You J. Spencer
You've Made Me So Very Happy Khani Cole
It's Only Rain Euge Groove (feat. Chioma)
***Outro*** Reggie TheJazzman

A Colorful Mix Of Jazz

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 14:49:18 +0000

***Intro*** Reggie The Jazzman
Tell Me About It Richard Elliot
Later Tonight Brian Culbertson
The Feeling I Get Norman Brown
Can't Get Over You U-Nam
Into the Dragon Kenneth Jones
Lonely Ernie Smith
European Comfort Gota
Carrera Alex Bugnon
Get to Grips Ronny Jordan
American Garden Phillip Martin
The Brighter Side Nate White
Nightfall Peter White
Ocean View (feat. Ray Parker Jr.) Craig T Cooper
Upfront Ron Otis
Manhattan Bridge (feat. Nicholas Cole) Willie Bradley
Work to Do Keith Andrew
Latin Haze Oli Silk
Hey You Tony Travalini
Give Me the Night David P Stevens
Keep Moving (feat. Tony Simmons) Thasaint
Let's Take A Ride Norman Brown
Outer Drive (Chicago Style) Michael Manson
JD's Groove (feat. Nils) Al DeGregoris
Relentless Gregg Karukas
Homie Grown Euge Groove (feat. Paul Brown)
Burning Down The House Marcus Miller

© The Carefree Drive....The Ride You Can't Live Without!

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 04 Oct 2014 13:10:32 +0000

***INTRO*** Reggie TheJazzman
Come Back to Me (Featuring Dawn Tillman) Ace Livingston
Going Home Michael Lington
She Takes Me High Coldjack
Bliss Cindy Bradley
Forever And A Day (feat. Althea Rene) Euge Groove
Given It Up Richard Elliot
Cafe Agogo featuring Luis Conte and Rick Braun Gregg Karukas
No Messin' Acoustic Alchemy
Line Drive Jazz Funk Soul
Holla Everette Harp
Point Venus Jeff Lorber
Far And Away Urban Knights
Letter From Home Nathan East
Autumn Of Our Love Cecil Ramirez
Falling Out of Your Love (feat. Frank Mc Comb) Papik
Sara Smile Alex Bugnon
In Love With You (feat. Chanel Haynes) Euge Groove
Thinking Of You Lance Ellis
Takin' It Slow Lin Rountree
Unspoken Walle Larsson
Morning in a Distant Land Joe McBride
Wind Song Gregory Porter
I Only Have Eyes for You (Featuring Naturally 7) Jumaane Smith
Brazilian Rhyme (Outro) Funkee Boy
Rise Featuring Ty-Mic Funkee Boy
I Wish Funkee Boy
Too Hot Funkee Boy
Freight Train Alfonzo Blackwell
On The Move Dee Lucas
Phoenix Rise! (feat. Gianni Vancini) Greg Manning
Islands Terje Lie
I'm Ready Willie Bradley (feat. Marcus Anderson)
Thinking of You Tony Travalini
Head Over Heels Peter White
Dreaming of You Kim Waters
***Outro*** Reggie TheJazzman

With These Hands....A Tribute To Legendary Jazz Pianist Joe Sample

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 16:50:30 +0000

I admit it...this one hurts. Joe was a familiar soul and finally meeting him after being a fan for a lifetime really sealed the deal. Rest In Peace Joe and I look forward to the day when we shall meet again!

Intro Reggie The Jazzman
Over the Rainbbow Wayne Henderson
Ballad (Untitled) Joe Sample
In All My Wildest Dreams Joe Sample
Paintings Joe Sample
Fly With the Wings Of Love Joe Sample
The Road Less Traveled Joe Sample
The Last Child (Album Version) Joe Sample
Come Along With Me Joe Sample & Lalah Hathaway
One Day I'll Fly Away Randy Crawford
Keep That Same Old Feeling The Crusaders
Spellbound Joe Sample
Melodies Of Love Joe Sample
Seven Years of Good Luck Joe Sample
Dream Of Dreams Joe Sample
Street Life Joe Sample & Lalah Hathaway
Endlessly Randy Crawford
Windsong Randy Crawford
You Bring The Sun Out Randy Crawford
Everything Must Change Randy Crawford
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy The Crusaders
It Happens Everyday The Crusaders
No Place To Hide The Crusaders
Imagine Wayne Henderson
Stormy Weather Joe Sample
Sunrise Joe Sample
After Hours Joe Sample & David T. Walker
C.C. Rider Joe Sample & David T. Walker
With These Hands Joe Sample
I'll Love You Joe Sample

Swingin'

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 19 Jun 2014 15:08:54 +0000

Every once in a while, I just want to do something different and completely out of the box. A totally different sound or style of music does just the trick, thus this mix of electro swing. It's just fun music.

I remember it wasn't too long ago that the craze was sweeping the land. Dance studios were making money teaching folks how to groove to this and then the craze just stopped suddenly, I mean, Crashed.....HARD!

Well, let's Throw It Back on THROWBACK THURSDAY!

ENJOY!

Summertime

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 15:46:30 +0000

Footloose

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 14:49:57 +0000

.....and fancy free!

The birds are singing, there's beautiful sunshine, warm temps and the beginning of summer.
Schools out and vacation is in.

Need I say more!

It's the sound of summer.
ENJOY!!

Everyday People (a Mashup)

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 16:43:25 +0000

Feelin' giddy, woke up with energy but not a whole lot of time. I had started this mix some time ago but why not kick it out for Throwback Thursday...ENJOY everybody!!

Remembering The Music Of Marvin Gaye

Reggie TheJazzman — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 16:56:01 +0000

it gives me great pleasure to remember and present this mix show to the world. Marvin Gaye has influenced so many through his music and his life, which wasn't always smooth. Oh the man had troubles, fought drug addiction, finanacial and relationship issues but somehow, through it all he retained his star status and we loved him. Still do....

Intro Reggie TheJazzman
Remember Marvin Brian Berdwell
For You Always Everette Harp
One For Marvin Chris Plunkett
What's Going On Doc Powell
Our Love Brian Simpson
Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing Trijntje Oosterhuis
If This World Were Mine Gerald Albright
Wholy Holy Everette Harp
(Heaven Must Have Sent) Your Precious Love (featuring Joss Stone) Tower of Power
Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) Everette Harp
Sexual Healing Mark Maxwell
I Heard It Through The Grapevine Jason Miles
Ain't No Mountain High Enough Valerie Simpson
You're All I Need To Get By Melba Moore & Phil Perry
How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) Kevin Whalum
Trouble Man Grover Washington, Jr.
Trouble Man Angie Stone
Ain't That Peculiar Jimmy Roberts
After The Dance Fourplay
Mercy Mercy Me Special EFX
I Want You Kim Waters, Vivian Green
Luv 2 Ball Impromp2
Silky Soul Maze feat Frankie Beverly
What's Going On Rod Tate
We Miss You Bob Baldwin
Let's Get it On (Album Version) Euge Groove
Come Get to This Joe
Come Get to This Bobbi Humphrey
Got To Give It Up Kim Waters
Got to Give It Up Ramsey Lewis/Urban Knights
Distant Lover (Live) Marvin Gaye

Retro feat The Sound Of Motown (Throwback Thursday)

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 20 Mar 2014 15:27:17 +0000

Intro Reggie The Jazzman
Soul Man Sam and Dave
Stand By Me Ben E. King
Under The Boardwalk Drifters
Rescue Me Aretha Franklin
Shotgun (Remix) Jr Walker and Allstars
Papa Was`A Rollin Stone (Remix) The Temptations
The Tears Of A Clown Smokey Robinson
I Can't Help Myself Four Tops
Dance To The Music Sly And The Family Stone
Money (That's What I Want) Barrett Strong
Get Ready The Temptations
Uptight (Everything's Alright) Stevie Wonder
(I Know) I'm Losing You The Temptations
Na Na Na Na Hey Hey Hey Goodbye The Temptations
Ain't Too Proud to Beg The Temptations
Backstabbers O'Jays
My Imagination Gladys Knight and the Pips
You're The First, The Last, My Everything Barry White
Working My Way Back To You The Four Tops
Don't You Worry Bout' A Thing John Legend

Warm Tones

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 08 Mar 2014 15:07:10 +0000

I cooked this mix up while preparing breakfast and after listening to it all the way through, making a few adjustments here and there, I thought I'd make this one available.

Intro
Wait 4 U Everette Harp
This Time Around Jackiem Joyner
Love Will Follow (feat. John Reid) Sugar and Silk
Love Will Conquer All Dee Lucas
Love Will Never Let You Down Brian Culbertson
Cool Water Will Downing
Find Your Way BK Jackson
I Smile Kool&Klean
You Make Me....La La Carl Stanley
Sadie Mikael
As the Wind Blows Rod Williams
Hip Pocket Doc Powell
Free Alex Bugnon
What You Won't Do For Love (feat. Lin Rountree) Willie Bradley
Melody In My Heart Tony Saunders

Throwback Thursday

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 20 Feb 2014 05:37:04 +0000

I finally set some time to get in on the action. THROWBACK THURSDAY.

It was fun going through the collection because it always turns into a walk down memory lane. The songs are the things that memories are made of, and fond ones at that. I found myself reminiscing about my adolescent years, the dance styles, the fashions and trends, my friends and of course the music. I couldn't help it. Those were some of the best times in life. Legendary DJ's Frankie Crocker and Vaughn Harper of WBLS 107.5fm in NYC, you'll never be forgotten! Pamela Bussey (WNYE 91.5fm, NYC) thanks for the extra attention and the airtime.

I'm blessed to have grown up in that time with that quality of music lyrics and music. It's no wonder that the music of the 70's is described as timeless and classic. The songs on this mix are some of my favs and woven in for flavor are a few updated versions of the classics. If you're GROWN AND SEXY, or if you love old school, this is right in the pocket. I think you'll feel me on this mix. OL SKOOL....the way it should be!!

Intro
Cruisin' Smokey Robinson
Let's Do it Again Gerald Veasley
Sweet Thing Chaka Khan
Groove With You The Isley Brothers
I've Got Love On My Mind Natalie Cole
Let's Get It On Marvin Gaye
When Somebody Loves You Back Teddy Pendergrass
Lets Go All The Way The Whispers
Walk Away From Love David Ruffin
Walking in Rhythm Victor Fields
Let's Stay Together Ledisi
Could It Be I'm Falling In Love Vesta
I'll Be Around Bob Baldwin
Darling Darling Baby The O'Jays
You'll Never Find Lou Rawls
Used To Be My Girl O'Jays
Outro

ENJOY THE MIX!!

Fade To Black II

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 01 Feb 2014 16:01:04 +0000

I believe in the power of music. When we take the time to listen, and I mean REALLY listen, notes transform themselves and our devoted attention taps into that power.

Now comes, Fade To Black II, a soothing, relaxing musical experience. I chose not to talk, other than the intro. For this mix, I'd rather let the music speak uninterrupted.

Intro
Dreams Earth, Wind & Fire
Lights Off Brian Culbertson
Orange Moon Kim Scott
When I Close My Eyes Keiko Matsui
Renewed T.L. Robinson
Lullaby Shakatak
You Are So Beautiful Warren Hill
One Last Cry Michael Fair
Simple Way To Say I Love You Will Lee
Trust You A. Porter Jr.
Turn the Night Up Love Suggestions
Sweet Sleep Da'rrell Ravenell
This Is The Day Alexander Zonjic
Midnight in the Quarters Cliff Demarks
Just One More Time Curl & Hurd

Phenomenal Woman

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 04 Jan 2014 15:02:43 +0000

I recently found this mix in my catalog. This is something I put together quite a few years ago for a show honoring the top 10 most influential African Americans of the 20th century. I didn't get to meet Maya Angelou at that event in NYC but I heard she liked the mix.
Poet, teacher and activist, Maya Angelou's voice is powerful and precise, full of years of education and wisdom. As simple as this project seemed to be it was somewhat overwhelming and quite intimidating but I think the music compliments the poet and her poetry perfectly.

Good Morning!!

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 04 Jan 2014 14:43:39 +0000

Some ol skool R&B to kick it up with the morning coffee!!
ENJOY!!

Music (Jazz)....It's Whatever!

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 05 Oct 2013 17:41:57 +0000

***INTRO***
B3 Frank B
Double Trouble (feat. Jeff Lorber & Jimmy Haslip) Jessy J
Groovin' (That's What I Like) Jeffery Smith
A Method To The Madness Chris Standring
All My Heart Carl Ratcliffe
Sending My Love Norman Brown
Blue Soul Mop Mop
Fragile Grainger
Just Because Jaya
Dreaming Of You Jay Rowe
Gentle Thoughts Darryl Williams
Feet On The Ground Lin Rountree
Patrice Frank McComb
Not Gonna Worry (Feat. Deitrick Haddon) Javen
Loving Life Nicole Mitchell
Heaven Ronny Jordan
***OUTRO***

Earth, Wind & Fire, A Jazzy Tribute

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 21 Sep 2013 08:40:06 +0000

I recorded this podcast just after I'd just come off of an interview with Sheldon Reynolds so who wouldn't be just besides themselves after chatting with a member of EWF, huh? We burned up the phone line for a few hours, a few times. Definitely makes this show that much more special. Who loves EWF? WE ALL DO!......ENJOY THE SHOW!

*** INTRO ***
EWF Alex Bugnon
Fantasy Tom Grant
Can't Hide Love Wayman Tisdale
After the Love Has Gone David Benoit
Reasons Nelson Rangell
Be Ever Wonderful Rockie Robbins
Belo Horizonte Earth, Wind & Fire
Brazilian Rhyme (exitlude) Funkee Boy
Brazilian Rhyme Marcus Miller
African sunrise Paulinho Da Costa
Devotion Ron Brown
Shining Star 76 Degrees West Band
Getaway Al Mckay All Stars
Guiding Lights Earth, Wind & Fire
In The Stone Mo Pleasure
Keep Your Head To The Sky Philip Bailey
I Write A Song Patti LaBelle
That's The Way Of The World Incognito
Sun Goddess Michael Houston
All About Love Earth, Wind and Fire
Love's Holiday Norman Brown
Serpentine Fire Keith McKelley
Got to Get You into My Life JWB
Sing A Song Richard Smith
September Brian Bromberg
My Promise Earth, Wind & Fire
*** Outro ***

Fade To Black

Reggie TheJazzman — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 16:24:31 +0000

Peace. Calm. Serenity. It's time, your time. Time to relax, release and let it go. Fade to black....

A Quiet Storm

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 31 May 2013 16:02:56 +0000

I know this is a departure from th smooth jazz you're used to seeing but truth be told, I have soft spot for old school, in particular, ol' skool slow jams. Actually it's probably more like an obsession. The lyrics, that sound.....they just don't make em like that anymore.
Here's a walk down memory lane (Minnie Riperton sung about that). I've been reflecting on my musical journey these last few days and these songs are part of my roots. It's called old school now but I was there when....

The first 45 rpm I ever purchased was Otis Redding's "Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay" back in '69 and to this day, I'm still adding to my oldies collection. I miss those album covers, the warm sound of vinyl and all those groups that started with 'The'. Seems like just about all of them did! (there's a few notables in the playlist). GROUPS....does anybody sing together like that anymore??

If you're like me, you'll FEEL this and enjoy this mix set.

Big shout to my friend, legendary slow jam DJ, Kevin 'SlowJammin' James.
ENJOY THE MIX!

Old School Lovin' (snippet) Chante Moore
I Want to Know Your Name The Whispers
Ooh Baby Baby The Temptations
Lady The Whispers
Cruisin' Smokey Robinson
Show And Tell Al Wilson
Family Reunion O'Jays
Soft and Easy Blackbyrds
Oh Honey The Delegation
Just My Imagination The Temptations
My Girl The Temptations
Stay The Temptations
Lady Love Lou Rawls
I'm So Tired of Being Alone Al Green
Let's Stay Together Boyz II Men
I'm Still in Love With You Al Green
Ain't No Woman Like The One I Got Four Tops
A Million Ways Will Downing
If You Were Here Tonight Alexander O'Neal
Medley: How Deep Is Your Love/Love Don't Love Nobody Luther Vandross
Think About You Luther Vandross

FM 1960, Thinking Of You (tHE mASHUP)

Reggie TheJazzman — Thu, 30 May 2013 16:26:25 +0000

Crazy what you can do on a 1/2 of a nights' sleep, waking up at 3:30 am. You never know when the creative juices are going to flow!

I want to make this clear, this is TWO completely separate songs. No, really it is!
Some of you are saying my mixes are too seamless and you can't tell its a mix/mashup (that's the whole point...lol!!)

Here's The breakdown:
All the flute parts you hear throughout the mix are from Althea Rene's tune "FM 1960", off of her brand new smokin' hot CD 'In The Flow'. Althea's flute fits in perfectly with the slammin' bassline and the fierce groove of Sister Sledges 'Thinking Of You' (Dimitri Of Paris Remix). This is a straight up ol skool party jam, almost has a house feel to it.

Initially you'll hear me blend Althea in to compliment Sister Sledges vocals, listen closely as Althea totally rips it up on flute. Big shout to Dimitri from Paris for reworking the Sister Sledge tune. Jazz folks, Althea Rene's "in The Flow" CD is a must have!

Now, this takes me back to my roots. THIS is how I used to throw down back in NYC! It wasn't always smooth jazz....lol!

Mixing for 30 years.....still going strong!!

ENJOY THE MIX!!

The Definition Of Smooth (A Tribute To Luther Vandross) Part 2

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:42:57 +0000

On Part 2 of the show, you'll find more of Luther's greatest hits. I also included two of my mashups to make the show more unique. Luther Vandross....marvelous and timeless...ENJOY!!

Playlist includes:

Intro
Here And Now Luther Vandross
How Deep Is Your Love Luther Vandross
Here And Now Luther Vandross
How Deep Is Your Love Luther Vandross
Dance With My Father Luther Vandross
A House Is Not A Home (Reggie TheJazzman's Mashup) Luther Vandross and Nelson Rangell
Endless Love Luther Vandross feat. Mariah Carey
There's Nothing Better Than Love (feat. Gregory Hines) Luther Vandross
Don't Want To Be A Fool Jonathan Butler
Any Love Luther Vandross
Since I Lost My Baby Audrey Martells
Your Secret Love Richard Elliot
Take You Out (Reggie TheJazzman's Mashup) Luther Vandross and Dean James Mashup
Superstar/Until You Come Back To Me Luther Vandross
How Many Times Can We Say Goodbye Luther Vandross feat. Dionne Warwick
Missing You Travis Rogers

The Definition Of Smooth (A Tribute To Luther Vandross) (Part 1)

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:58:33 +0000

April 20th 1951 Luther Vandross came into the world. This man found his purpose and aren't we thankful and grateful he did! LUTHER WAS BORN TO SING! I, like many, was saddened by his death. I grew up with Luther. From the first time I heard his voice (on Changes' A Lover's Holiday, The Glow Of Love and Searching) I was hooked. But when he dropped the ballads?? I was hooked for life.
Luther left us on July 1st 2005. Today, we celebrate his music, his life and his legacy.

This show includes:

Creepin' Bob James
Superstar/Until You Come Back To Me Luther Vandross
Forever, For Always, For Love Luther Vandross
Evergreen Luther Vandross
Love Won't Let Me Wait Luther Vandross
The Closer I Get To You Luther Vandross
If This World Were Mine Luther Vandross feat. Cheryl Lynn
Glow Of Love Wayman Tisdale
My Sensitivity Boney James feat. Ledisi
The Night I Fell In Love Boney james
Never Too much Richard Smith
So Amazing Luther Vandross
Think About You Luther Vandross

Definition Of Smooth (Just Before Midnight) Part 2

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:17:16 +0000

The thing about old school slow jams is they never get old and you never tire of hearing them. And right along side the music are those precious memories. Think back to the first time you encountered the original versions of these tunes. This show and these artists put a fresh spin on the classics.

Wishing On A Star Jaared
Inseparable Kim Waters
Love Tko Eric Darius
Close The Door Funkee Boy
Just the Way You Are Justin Young
Betcha By Golly Wow Joe Carmouche
Me & Mrs Jones Ed Calle
Love Ballad Terence Young
Forever, For Always, For Love Lalah Hathaway
Send For Me Streetwize fea. Kim Waters
You Are My Starship The Sax Pack
Lovin' You Karen Briggs
After the Love Has Gone David Benoit
Just My Imagination Peter White

The Definition Of Smooth (Just Before Midnight)

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:44:39 +0000

This show is all about the ballads. Believe me, it's ULTRA smooth! Some of your favorite classic slow jams ipresented by the finest in smooth jazz!

INTRO
Midnight Groove Michael Fair
Love Won't Let Me Wait Euge Groove
Always And Forever Randy Muller
The Closer I Get To You Wayne Boyd
Stairway To Heaven Stanley Turrentine
Reasons Nelson Rangell
You Are Everything David Sanborn
You're My Latest, Greatest Inspiration James PJ Spraggins
If Only You Knew Cabo Frio
If This World Were Mine Gerald Albright
Wildflower Phil Perry
Cruisin Together Phillip Brooks
Summer Breeze Noel Webb
I'll Be There Dave Koz

Love's Simplicity

Reggie TheJazzman — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 03:22:57 +0000

Smooth melodies create the atmosphere and thought-provoking lyrics take it all to the next level. One of the true mysteries of love is its simplicity. When you think about it, it really bends the mind. But when love embraces you, hold on and never let go. True beauty also shares that same simplicity, like the beauty of a single white rose. Love...it's what the world needs now. May this mix find you in the best of love and simplicity. XOX Reggie TheJazzman

Includes the tracks:

Love Introduction Kim Waters
It's Time for Love Kim Waters
True Love Brantley De'Angelo
Loves Simple Rules Journell Henry
You Were Meant For Me Lalah Hathaway
Kisses Randy Scott
What Is Love Donnie Williams and Park Place
Happy Sarah's Girl
Love Song Paul Hannah
Forever & Always Antonio Allen
There's Nothing Better Than Love Maysa (feat. Kevin Whalum)
Until I Found You Lori Dow
The Closer I Get to You Mark Barrios
More Than Words Can Say Andre Delano
In & Out Of Love Gary Taylor
Whisper In Your Ear Dave Koz
Safety Julian Vaughn
Love Glow Motown Moe
Happy Endings Jeff Lorber
Everyday Woman Chris Walker
It's Been Awhile Art Porter

Step'n Out

Reggie TheJazzman — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:14:56 +0000

I have a love for steppers. Watching those coordinated silky smooth moves, the style, the class....everything right down to the shoes. This mix was made for dippin', twirlin' and spinnin'. Music for the grown and sexy....ENJOY!!

Playlist includes the tracks:

Then Came You Euphonic feat. Kevin Yost
Groove DJ Olivia Warfield
Out Tonight Midnight Star
Get To Know You Ledisi
Can't Live Without You Charlie Wilson
Stepping Out Cameron Ross
Lovely Day Derwin Jackson
Between Us (Radio Edit) Nicholas Cole
Summer Swag Smoothnsaxy
Songbird Chris Mitchell
Diary Soul Providers
Invisible Man Donnie Williams and Park Place
So I Float On Eniqo
It's Real (feat. Rob Tardik) Gabriel Mark Hasselbach
The Thought Of You Julian Vaughn

Just Peter

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 16:28:21 +0000

I was honored to put this mix together, a mix I did for The Color Of Jazz with Donna Whittington featuring one of her special guests, the phenomenal Peter White. I've come back and extended the mix adding four more songs. Peter has such a distinct, recognizable sound and is one of smooth jazz's finest gentlemen.

Includes the tracks:

Promenade
Walk On By (Feat. Boney James)
Good Day
If Ever
Confidential (feat. Brian Culbertson)
How Deep Is Your Love
Lovely Day

Macaroni and Cheese

Reggie TheJazzman — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:53:43 +0000

This is a departure from smooth jazz but I really enjoyed putting this together. You'll find some powerfully engaging lyrics in this mix along with some very soulful grooves. If you're into grown and sexy, then THIS is for you. Here's the list.....ENJOY!
Intro
Vibe Out Lisa McClendon
Lay Your Head On My Pillow Jeff Bradshaw
Hey Girl Rick Parma
One More Tomorrow Eric Benet
Rain Carmichael
Right Back To You Eric Roberson
Give All My All My Lovin' Marc Staggers
Beautiful Noel Gourdin
Show and Tell Glenn Jones
Be Thankful For What You've Got Walter Beasley
Keep Your Love Strong Archie Love
Everything's Gonna Be Alright Ben Tankard
Guess You're Leaving Soul Talk
Throw Back Days Mel Waiters
Whoa Jaheim
Smooth Sailing Maysa
Mask Leila
Step Show John Carey
Joyful Rain Tracy Cruz
Always Remember Sirius B Project feat Donnie
Matter Of Time Lori Jenaire
Feels Right Tonight Poppa Steve
Outro

Tomorrow (A Better You, Better Me)....A Smooth Jazz Mixes Exclusive

Reggie TheJazzman — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 15:43:36 +0000

I always liked the positivity in this song. You can find several messages contained, messages of hope, encouragement and the dream of what lies ahead, so I felt it important to make the lyrics available.

ABOUT THE MIX:
I mixed several versions of this tune together. Starting with the original which contained a sax solo part, I replaced that with the guitar wizardry of Norman Brown and Gerald Albright on sax (they collaborated on the song 'Tomorrow' from the CD 24/7) and polished off this mashup with Nelson Rangell (who is absolutely phenomenal on every wind instrument he plays). I think that's a piccolo that he playing to finish out the mix. Definitely a feel good vibe on this one!!

THE LYRICS:

I hope tomorrow will bring a better you, better me
I know that we'll show this world we got more we could be
So you should never give up on your hopes and your dreams
You gotta get up, get out, get into it, get it on to be strong

[1:]If we try, we can fly to a whole 'nother place
All we need is belief and a smile on our face
We can go anywhere we want, any road we decide to take
And we're never, never, never too far from tomorrow today

If tomorrow is light in a place where there's none
Then now is the time to have faith in us all
Ya know we're all in this world and we all can belong
We gotta get up, get out, get over it, get it on to be strong

If we try, we can fly to a place in the sun
All we need is precious dreams and a friend we can trust
We can go anywhere we want, any road that we can take
And we're never too far from tomorrow today

Ev'rybody say tomorrow is just for us to share
And we're gonna send our message of love out ev'rywhere
There's a promise of love
Tomorrow has Something special and it's something we know will last and last

'Cause we're never far away, never One thing I can always be sure of Far away, no never the promise of today

ENJOY THE MIX!!