One of the most exciting up-and-comers among his generation of saxophonists, Elan Trotman explores the Contemporary Jazz field in his own way on This Time Around, his most impressive CD so far. “The music is radio friendly,” says Elan, “but I did not want to limit myself to the usual format. I stretch out, take chances, and add an edge to my solos. I enjoy the genre and the concept but I also break some of the rules because this is how I play live, bringing all of my different influences into the music.”

2AZZ1 is one of the most popular Smooth Jazz Bands on the Southern California Jazz. They're heard on smooth jazz radio across the nation with their new hit single, "Q'd Up" from their latest release "Driven". Mary handles the song writing, arranging, and lead vocals & keyboards. In addition to his role as leader & producer, it is Craig's soulful sounds on the saxophones which exhibits his musical mastery.

Following the fantastic success of the Best 100 series; EMI now present Best Jazz 100 Jazz, a great value 6 disc set. Jazz is the epitome of cool; it is a music of infinite variety and timeless appeal. This 6CD set BEST JAZZ 100 offers just that! This collection features the very best in jazz across the ages: from cool swing to burning Latin; husky vocals to smooth ballads; from the new faces on the scene to the classic artists of yesteryear.

CD1:
1. Amy Winehouse - Back To Black
2. Bill Withers - Ain't No Sunshine
3. Stevie Wonder - My Cherie Amour
4. Roy Ayers - Everybody Loves The Sunshine
5. Melody Gardot - Goodnite
6. George Benson - Give Me The Night
7. Nina Simone - My Baby Just Cares For Me
8. Dusty Springfield - Son Of A Preacher Man
9. Jamie Cullum - Everlasting Love
10. Kool and the Gang - Cherish

With her exotic beauty and steamy voice, Sade couldn't help but be a star. Taking the more sensuous elements of island beats, smooth jazz, and R&B, Sade scored major hits with the continental feel of "Smooth Operator" and the sultry stylization of "Your Love Is King." Her voice was often criticized for being thin, yet she made it work to her advantage with songs like the haunting "Jezebel," on which her delivery added the vulnerability necessary to the song. Sade sounded best when she stuck to the lower register, and there is nothing thin about her dynamic handling of her torch song "Is It a Crime." "The Sweetest Taboo" was one of her last great moments before years of mediocrity, chronicled here by the lifeless "Stronger Than Pride" and the limp "Nothing Can Come Between Us." "No Ordinary Love" was a return to form with the smoky richness back in her vocals and the urban/island feel of her first release. Best of Sade goes right up to her hit "Pearls," which, remixed, became a dance floor hit. The nicest surprise here is "Please Send Me Someone to Love," with Sade proving that although her range may be limited vocally, she doesn't suffer the same fate artistically.

Tracks:
01. Your Love Is King (3:40)
02. Hang On To Your Love (4:29)
03. Smooth Operator (4:17)
04. Jezebel (5:20)
05. The Sweetest Taboo (4:24)

Tracklist:

CD1:
01. Kylie Auldist - Community Service Announcement 04:05
02. Jamie Lidell - Little Bit Of Feel Good 03:02
03. Fort Knox Five - Papa Was Stoned 04:26
04. Deja-Move - Master Of Seduction 04:19
05. Luxia - Fell In Love With The World 04:36
06. Smooth Touch Feat. G-Sax - 10 Minutes Of Pleasure 08:40
07. Kraak & Smaak - Bobby & Whitney 05:45
08. Guts - And The Living Is Easy (Dynamics Remix) 04:11
09. [re:jazz] - Touch Of Freedom (Frost & Wagner Horn Rub) 05:17
10. Gabin Feat. Jho Jenkins - It’s Gonna Be 07:42