If you want to spend a quiet evening at home, then pop in Gerald Albright's New Beginnings. This latest CD by the LA-born saxophonist is a collection of twelve smooth tracks. Whether you are listening to a jazzy rendition of "Georgia On My Mind" or to an upbeat "We Got the Groove," you won't be disappointed. New Beginnings was inspired by several new beginnings for Albright. He … [Read more...]

Cassandra Wilson's latest CD Thunderbird (Blue Note) is a must-have for jazz lovers. Wilson’s collaboration with producer T Bone Burnett - whose credits include the Grammy-winning soundtrack O Brother, Where Art Thou? – has produced an eclectic collection of tracks. Thunderbird's 10 tracks have a jazz, blues, folk, soul, and pop sound. From the very upbeat "Go to Mexico" to the … [Read more...]

Microwave popcorn is so passé. Savionaires enjoy delicious theater-style popcorn stove-top-style. Therefore, before you send out invitations to your next Movie Night Party, order a Red Popcorn Popper Gift Pack by Back to Basics. This gift pack includes: a large 6-quart aluminum stove-top popper that heats quickly and evenly, a clear top window for viewing popcorn in the making, … [Read more...]

Saxophonist Boney James' latest release, Shine, definitely shines. There are several guest musicians playing on the CD's 12 tracks: George Duke, George Benson, Faith Evans, Philip Bailey, Dwele, and Ann Nesby. Produced by James, this CD is perfect for a romantic night at home. Another must-have CD is Cat by jazz singer Catherine Russell. However, if you prefer to listen to … [Read more...]

Forever, For Always, For Luther Volume II (Rendezvous Entertainment; CD) is a star-studded smooth-jazz tribute to the late Luther Vandross, who passed away last year after complications from a stroke. Rex Rideout and Bud Harner produced this follow-up to 2004's Grammy-nominated Forever, For Always, For Luther. This 10-track disc features renditions of Vandross' top hits, which … [Read more...]