Kim Waters

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Chart-topping saxophonist Kim Waters’ signature sound combines elements of jazz, R&B, blues and pop. His keen harmonic sense, tasteful and soulful phrasing and fluid melodic sensibilities have made him one the premiere architects of contemporary jazz. The Maryland-born Renaissance man has performed with or opened shows for Al Green, Isaac Hayes, Phyllis Hyman and Gerald Albright, among others, and with a career closing in on the four-decade mark, Waters is still inspired: “I have been recording for 35 years and I love it. It’s my passion and it is all that I’ve ever done. There are so many great young guns coming along that I have to stay at the top of my game! I am blessed that I was trained on the straight-ahead side of things which gave me a great foundation.” He has made it a trademark to harness the spirit of love in all of his recordings. “I think that everybody needs love. It’s something for certain that in today’s world, we need more of, and if we had more of it the world would be a better place,” he explains. Waters’ 25th CD, 2022’s That Special Touch features mostly originals, along with his takes on Adele’s No. 1 anthem “Easy On Me” and R&B singer Joe’s “If I Were Your Man,” featuring singer Raynard Gibson. Exuding a knowing confidence and cool calm, Waters’ steadfast approach has carried him to the top of the charts more than a few times and into the hearts of music fans all around the world. More at kimwaters.net.