"Color My Soul" by Matthew (Jazz Artist from California(CA))

Keyboardist and composer Matthew's 2nd CD, "Color My Soul," continues his Easy Listening / Contemporary Jazz explorations over the course of 10 songs as soothing as they are satisfying. On his new album, Matthew offers up a mix of original piano-led instrumental tunes that hover in the New Age / Adult Contemporary realms, but shakes things up a little with a couple nice vocal tracks ("My Child" and "Letting Go") from a fine r&b-oriented female vocalist, and a sax-led slice of loungiana ("Saxuality") that brings just the right touch of after-hours ambience. "After the Rain," with its very pretty acoustic guitar accompaniment, and the title-track, "Color My Soul," capture the essence of Matthew's composition and performing strengths, delivering lilting and memorable melodies to complement whatever you're doing, or simply to help you relax and enjoy a fine glass of wine with a friend or lover. In all, Matthew's fine "Color My Soul" CD is a beautiful and relaxing musical soundscape for fans of Adult Contemporary and Contemporary Jazz music.

-Rice B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Jazz Café" by Oystein Westlie (Jazz Artist from Norway)

Quite inspiring is the multi-talented artist, Oystein Westlie, as his recently released album, "Jazz Café" is filled with stunning Jazz instrumentals. Not only has Westlie composed this finely crafted disc but he impresses the listener with his outstanding performances on all instruments except the saxophone. You'll be swept away from the very first song "Sweeping the driveway" as the cool vibes of the instruments interplay with each other. The title track, "Jazz Café" is smooth Jazz at its best with distinct rhythmic punctuation and orchestration. The elegant piece "Ice cream" is free flowing and features a crisp and clean piano. A fabulous Jazz guitar takes on the melody of the song, "Bike rental," and it is also bolstered by the colorful piano chord progressions. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to the superb album "Jazz Café" as it will surely please your musical palate.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Band Name: Tunto
Featured Single: love music
Album: Lempi
Genre: Jazz
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"Before Dawn" by Keith Wesby (Jazz Artist from Washington D.C.(DC))

You will be delighted by the smooth Jazz instrumentals of "Before Dawn" by accomplished bass player Keith Wesby. This album proves that Wesby has a talent for creating melodic and interesting compilations. The arrangements are a beautiful blend of his fine bass attributes combined with a mixture of well orchestrated instruments. The smooth bass line of "A New Day" moves with style and ease as the strings, electric piano, and horns come together with pleasing sound texture. Funky grooves mingle with drums and guitar on songs such as "Lite Tower" or "That's Your Opinion." Wesby's bass talents runs full throttle as his strong fingers runs with intense precision across the fret board with classical style on "Chopinism (Opus 28, 3-4-5)." The charming and refreshing collections of Jazz instrumentals on "Before Dawn" will be sure to please and is well worth listening to.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Band Name: Lisa Hugo
Featured Single: Butterfly
Album: It's Time
Genre: Jazz
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"Home" by Debra Mann (Jazz Artist from Rhode Island(RI))

"Home" the latest release by Debra Mann, features generous helpings of Jazz splashed with tuneful melodies and insightful lyrics. Mann's spectacular vocals project lush tonality which gives the listener a soothing, relaxed atmosphere. Not only is Mann an accomplished vocalist, but her ability to perform on the piano is just as brilliant. On the title track, "Home" her smooth and silky voice reverberates with sweet and delicate emotions. Like crisp falling leaves, "Autumn" is uplifting with its heartfelt lyrics while the piano is abounding with colorful chord progressions. Impressive vocals are complemented by the stunning sax solo as the spiritual song "Clap Your Hands" lifts the mind and spirit. Soft and delicate flute fills float around the vocals on the "Lessons of the Heart" that is nicely flavored with Latin flair. Fans of Diana Krall won't want to miss hearing the new and original Jazz works on "Home" which are vibrant, upbeat, and richly inspiring.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Band Name: Reform
Featured Single: Happy Landing
Album: Reformed
Genre: Jazz
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