Host and Performer
The Grammy and Stellar Award Nominated artist is an incredible act and one worth watching, saxophonist Marcus Anderson is the golden child shining among stars. With 13 studio albums on his list of accomplishments, the fusion jazz artist brings R&B, Pop, Rock and Funk to make music that puts listeners in another atmosphere. Charting number one in both categories of Billboard’s Smooth Jazz and Sirius XM’s Watercolors with numerous hits, the Spartanburg, SC native is delivering major music in a humble way. His work with the late Prince and the New Power Generation led him to join stages with the likes of CeeLo Green, Judith Hill, Stevie Wonder, and Liv Warfield just to name a few, where he had become a key contributor in these touring bands. Prince also featured Marcus on his last release Hit N Run Phase 2, playing on “Revelation” and “Look at Me Look at You”.
Glenn Jones
Besides being one of the music industry’s most extraordinary vocalist, Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Artist, GLENN JONES is at the top of the list as a love song balladeer capturing audiences’ hearts with his own unique, style and voice. Mr. Jones is also underway with the launch of his new entertainment company Talent Room Entertainment and Publishing, Inc. which will release his next new single titled, “Trust In Me”.
Besides being one of the music industry’s most extraordinary vocalist, Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Artist, GLENN JONES is at the top of the list as a love song balladeer capturing audiences’ hearts with his own unique, style and voice. Mr. Jones is also underway with the launch of his new entertainment company Talent Room Entertainment and Publishing, Inc. which will release his next new single titled, “Trust In Me”.
The first single, “Love By Design” featuring Grammy Award winner Regina Belle, hit the Billboard Smooth Jazz Charts as #1 Most Added Smooth Jazz Vocal Record In The Nation. The song “Love By Design” was written by James Day and produced by renowned jazz producer Chris “Big Dog” Davis. The “Love by Design” single showcases Glenn’s signature tenor and upper register while it distinctly pairs with the richness of Regina’s vocals. Their incomparable vocals are perfectly matched with James Day’s melodic lyrics, leaving listeners with a harmonious love ballad. This marks the legendary R&B pair’s second duet after 2001’s “From Now On”. The second single released from the EP was “You & Me”. It continues to show-off Glenn’s rich vocal talents and makes you want to get up, and hand-dance or groove doing the Chicago Stepping dance. Listening to this track, you will not sit still that is for sure.
Besides being one of the music industry’s most extraordinary vocalist, Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Artist, GLENN JONES is at the top of the list as a love song balladeer capturing audiences’ hearts with his own unique, style and voice. Mr. Jones is also underway with the launch of his new entertainment company Talent Room Entertainment and Publishing, Inc. which will release his next new single titled, “Trust In Me”.
The first single, “Love By Design” featuring Grammy Award winner Regina Belle, hit the Billboard Smooth Jazz Charts as #1 Most Added Smooth Jazz Vocal Record In The Nation. The song “Love By Design” was written by James Day and produced by renowned jazz producer Chris “Big Dog” Davis. The “Love by Design” single showcases Glenn’s signature tenor and upper register while it distinctly pairs with the richness of Regina’s vocals. Their incomparable vocals are perfectly matched with James Day’s melodic lyrics, leaving listeners with a harmonious love ballad. This marks the legendary R&B pair’s second duet after 2001’s “From Now On”. The second single released from the EP was “You & Me”. It continues to show-off Glenn’s rich vocal talents and makes you want to get up, and hand-dance or groove doing the Chicago Stepping dance. Listening to this track, you will not sit still that is for sure.
Adam Hawley
Ten #1 hits. 65+ dates per year. Adam Hawley has burst on to the scene as a celebrated and innovative artist, composer and band leader. Originally signed to Maurice White’s (founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire) label Kalimba Music, Adam’s first two albums “Double Vision” and “Just the Beginning” spawned an incredible Six #1 Hits, an unprecedented feat for a new artist. He followed that up with “Escape” which included the 2020 Billboard Song Of The Year “To The Top.” Now totaling 9 # 1’s, Adam sets out with this exciting fourth album “Risin’ Up” which features Steve Cole, Vincent Ingala, Julian Vaughn, Riley Richard & Kat Hawley anchored by the thrilling first single “Risin’ Up.”
- Seabreeze Jazz Fest
- Catalina Jazz Fest
- Berks Jazz Fest
- Rehoboth Jazz Festival
- Jazz Fest West
- Java Jazz
- Cancun Jazz Fest
- Newport Beach Jazz Fest
- Dave Koz Cruise
- Mallorca Jazz Fest
- Napa Valley Jazz Getaway
- Jazz on the Vine
Althea René
Born on December 25th in Detroit, Michigan Althea René began her musical journey at the tender age of four years old. She studied classical music while attending Howard University. For more than 10 years she worked as a Wayne County Deputy Sheriff (in Detroit, Michigan) during the day and performed in jazz clubs at night. Today, she endorses renowned hand-sculpted Altus Flutes as a full-time performing and recording artist.
Althea René gained musical inspiration from her father Dezie McCullers (one of Motown’s original Funk Brothers). She has since developed her creative style. Some regard her as a “master of her craft” and one of the world’s most exciting solo improvisational flutists. The multiplatinum and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Najee playfully refers to her as the “Maceo of the flute”.
In May 2013, she released her hit CD titled “In the Flow”. Collaborating with Grammy award-winning producer Michael Broening, she co-wrote the title track that made history as the first flute featured single to be ranked “number one” on the Billboard and Smooth Jazz charts. This scorching hot single topped the charts for several weeks.
Althea René gained musical inspiration from her father Dezie McCullers (one of Motown’s original Funk Brothers). She has since developed her creative style. Some regard her as a “master of her craft” and one of the world’s most exciting solo improvisational flutists. The multiplatinum and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Najee playfully refers to her as the “Maceo of the flute”.
In May 2013, she released her hit CD titled “In the Flow”. Collaborating with Grammy award-winning producer Michael Broening, she co-wrote the title track that made history as the first flute featured single to be ranked “number one” on the Billboard and Smooth Jazz charts. This scorching hot single topped the charts for several weeks.
JJ Sansaverino
With multiple Billboard-charting singles, including a BIllboard #1 smash hit with “Style and Elegance”, and four highly acclaimed albums, New York guitarist JJ Sansaverino has reached millions touring the world with his “Benson meets Santana” musical style. An extraordinary performer, JJ has a “take no prisoners” performance attitude, gracing the stage night after night touring on his own or with reggae legend Maxi Priest and bringing his vibe of Smooth Jazz, R&B, and Reggae. A Berklee School of Music graduate and award winner, he has shared the stage with the likes of Maceo Parker, Victor Bailey, Gerald Albright, Randy Brecker, Shaggy, Ricky Lawson, Sean Paul, Rick Braun, the Marley Family, and even performed for Sir Paul McCartney’s wedding in 2002.
Jason Jackson
Saxophonist and Billboard top 20 artist Jason Jackson is All In with the release of his newest project. This 8 track album is packed with ear catching melodies, grooves that won’t quit, and collaborations with veteran contemporary jazz greats as well as the genre’s newest rising stars. All In, produced by 14 time #1 artist/producer Adam Hawley is the follow up to Jason’s debut offering, hit EP Movin’ On (also produced by Hawley) and features appearances by Jason’s old friend, teacher, and mentor Eric Marienthal as well as some new friends: Gino Rosaria, Jonathan Fritzén, Chieli Minucci, and Mr. Talkbox. After just one listen, you’ll agree that All In is the perfect combination of “Groove and Smooth”.
Jeff Ryan
Jeff Ryan is one the most essential young voices in contemporary jazz today. From his uniquely relatable emotive tone to his explosive performance and stage presence, it’s no question why he is a staple across the country in the jazz festival scene. Jeff has held consistent radio successes with 5 Billboard #1s, the 2020 Billboard Artist of the Year and Song of the Year in 2021 with his track “Sentimental Soul.” In 2018, his first year on the scene, he was awarded the JazzTrax Breakout Artist of 2018 and the Smooth Jazz Network Debut Artist of 2018.
One of the Jeff’s primary goals has always been in connecting to the audience through music and performance, and from his first radio single, “Up and Up”, to now, he has shown how his soul-drenched sound and delivery is key to the future of smooth jazz. “I know what relates to people, from the bottom to the top of the horn, there’s a lot of variety to dig deep into people’s spirit and get them feeling the groove,” said Ryan about his performances. Jeff spent his teen years “cutting his teeth” with traveling soul bands and weekly performances at rowdy bars with a not-so-legal ID. “It was a lot of fun playing those early bar shows,” said Jeff, “I had to stay on the down low about my age, but the nightly experience performing for engaging crowds really helped pave the way to the performer I am today.
One of the Jeff’s primary goals has always been in connecting to the audience through music and performance, and from his first radio single, “Up and Up”, to now, he has shown how his soul-drenched sound and delivery is key to the future of smooth jazz. “I know what relates to people, from the bottom to the top of the horn, there’s a lot of variety to dig deep into people’s spirit and get them feeling the groove,” said Ryan about his performances. Jeff spent his teen years “cutting his teeth” with traveling soul bands and weekly performances at rowdy bars with a not-so-legal ID. “It was a lot of fun playing those early bar shows,” said Jeff, “I had to stay on the down low about my age, but the nightly experience performing for engaging crowds really helped pave the way to the performer I am today.
Julian Vaughn
A dynamic lead bass player from Kansas City, bassist Julian Vaughn has made an international name for himself since 2010. As a bassist in the smooth jazz genre Vaughn plays a variety of styles from smooth, finesse and funk which he developed while playing in the church where his grandfather pastored.
Julian Vaughn has toured all over the U.S. and internationally. Vaughn takes pride in being able to write and produce almost all of his music. “I want to be known as a great writer and producer just as much as I am an artist”. Vaughn has released a total of 7 albums along with eight billboards #1s. In 2020 Vaughn was the #2 Artist of the year as well as the #2 and #17 on billboard’s songs of the year for Afro Calypso and Afternoon Delight.
His latest independent release titled “SOLO” is slated to be his best work to date. Evidence that he continues to redefine the lead bassist role in the smooth jazz genre.
Julian Vaughn has toured all over the U.S. and internationally. Vaughn takes pride in being able to write and produce almost all of his music. “I want to be known as a great writer and producer just as much as I am an artist”. Vaughn has released a total of 7 albums along with eight billboards #1s. In 2020 Vaughn was the #2 Artist of the year as well as the #2 and #17 on billboard’s songs of the year for Afro Calypso and Afternoon Delight.
His latest independent release titled “SOLO” is slated to be his best work to date. Evidence that he continues to redefine the lead bassist role in the smooth jazz genre.
Nicholas Cole
A soulful keyboardist, Nicholas Cole blends jazz with his love of gospel and R&B. Influenced by artists like Kirk Whalum, Jonathan Butler, and Brian Culbertson, Cole emerged in the 2010s and landed a number one Smooth Jazz Songs chart single with “Snap” off 2012’s Endless Possibilities. In 2019, he scored a second number one smooth jazz song with “Soulmate” featuring guitarist Chieli Minucci.
A native of Goldsboro, North Carolina, Cole was raised in a musical family and grew up playing piano and organ in church from the age of four. Along with performing, he also studied privately with noted Goldsboro-area pianist Jimmy Aycock. He developed quickly, drawing inspiration from crossover jazz artists like Brian Culbertson, Peter White, and Brian Simpson, as well as gospel luminaries like Fred Hammond, Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, and others. In 2010, he released his debut album, A Journey of One. He then signed with Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records and issued his sophomore album, Endless Possibilities. Included on the album was the number one smooth jazz-charting “Snap.” Cole’s third album, Night Sessions, followed in 2015 and included the number five-charting smooth jazz song “The Kickback. In 2019, he released his fourth album, The Weekend, which found him teaming with guitarist Chieli Minucci for the number one Billboard Smooth Jazz Songs hit “Soulmate.
A native of Goldsboro, North Carolina, Cole was raised in a musical family and grew up playing piano and organ in church from the age of four. Along with performing, he also studied privately with noted Goldsboro-area pianist Jimmy Aycock. He developed quickly, drawing inspiration from crossover jazz artists like Brian Culbertson, Peter White, and Brian Simpson, as well as gospel luminaries like Fred Hammond, Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, and others. In 2010, he released his debut album, A Journey of One. He then signed with Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records and issued his sophomore album, Endless Possibilities. Included on the album was the number one smooth jazz-charting “Snap.” Cole’s third album, Night Sessions, followed in 2015 and included the number five-charting smooth jazz song “The Kickback. In 2019, he released his fourth album, The Weekend, which found him teaming with guitarist Chieli Minucci for the number one Billboard Smooth Jazz Songs hit “Soulmate.
Oli Silk
London-born keyboardist Oli Silk is the UK’s SmoothJazz Ambassador! He began writing and recording music as part of jazz funk duo ‘Sugar and Silk’ in the late 1990’s. The pair released 2 albums to much European acclaim, and thisgrabbed the attention of Trippin’N’Rhythm Records to whom Oli has been signed with ever since.
He has produced 6 hit albums in that time:
- So Many Ways - (2006)
- The Limit’s The Sky - (2008)
- All We Need - (2010)
- Razor Sharp Brit - (2013)
- Where I Left Off - (2016)
- 6 - (2020)
Rebecca Jade
Rebecca is an accomplished singer/songwriter and has been able to turn her love for music into a career for close to two decades. Growing up in a musical home, she had been exposed at to a broad range of artists, genres and styles from her mother, who is also a vocalist. With such influences, it seems a natural progression that Rebecca has followed in her footsteps.
Rebecca Jade has performed with some of the most sought-after musicians all over the world and her versatility has allowed her many unique opportunities to perform: Rebecca toured with the Queen of Percussion, Sheila E. since 2017 and appeared in the Emmy-nominated show, “Let’s Go Crazy: The GRAMMY Salute to Prince” that aired on CBS in April 2020; She also sang background vocals for Sir Elton John at the 2020 Academy Awards; Rebecca has appeared as a guest artist on the Dave Koz Cruises since 2016 and made her debut on the Dave Koz & Friends 2021 Christmas tour – she will be joining Dave for a repeat appearance on his 2022 Christmas Tour; Rebecca has also been a featured artist on many of Eric Darius’ 2022 tour dates. Rebecca opened for Will Downing and Boney James at a sold-out Valentine’s Day concert in Long Beach, as well as opened for Jeffrey Osborne for the Thornton Winery Summer Concert series, both in 2019; Rebecca has done multiple concerts at Spaghettini in Seal Beach and was the singer in the Houseband at Anthology in San Diego for 5 1⁄2 years; She was the official singer of the San Diego Gulls NHL hockey team’s anthem during their 2015 and 2016 seasons.
Rebecca Jade has performed with some of the most sought-after musicians all over the world and her versatility has allowed her many unique opportunities to perform: Rebecca toured with the Queen of Percussion, Sheila E. since 2017 and appeared in the Emmy-nominated show, “Let’s Go Crazy: The GRAMMY Salute to Prince” that aired on CBS in April 2020; She also sang background vocals for Sir Elton John at the 2020 Academy Awards; Rebecca has appeared as a guest artist on the Dave Koz Cruises since 2016 and made her debut on the Dave Koz & Friends 2021 Christmas tour – she will be joining Dave for a repeat appearance on his 2022 Christmas Tour; Rebecca has also been a featured artist on many of Eric Darius’ 2022 tour dates. Rebecca opened for Will Downing and Boney James at a sold-out Valentine’s Day concert in Long Beach, as well as opened for Jeffrey Osborne for the Thornton Winery Summer Concert series, both in 2019; Rebecca has done multiple concerts at Spaghettini in Seal Beach and was the singer in the Houseband at Anthology in San Diego for 5 1⁄2 years; She was the official singer of the San Diego Gulls NHL hockey team’s anthem during their 2015 and 2016 seasons.