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DISCover New Music
from April 2019
ISAAC BYRD JR.
• Come Fly With Me
(IBJ Music LLC)
Come Fly With Me is trumpeter Isaac Byrd Jr.’s third album, and is ideal for listeners looking for a celebratory audio scrapbook to commemorate the joyous, upbeat heights of life. Rich with catchy melodies and heavy grooves, influences of funk and disco can also be heard throughout. This album is, without question, a party for the soul. AvAilAble At: iTunes, Google Play, www.amazon.com, www.cdbaby.com, www.spotify.com Website: www.isaacbyrdjrmusic.com
MARK ALLEN FELTON
• Soul Real
(Mion Records)
Saxophonist Mark Allen Felton’s new CD, Soul Real, is filled with a collection of diverse songs, which he affectionately calls “Hipstrumentals.” As with his four previously released CDs, Felton takes the audience on a journey that excites, soothes and inspires! His new single and sexy video, “A Place For You,” has received wide acclaim as it steadily climbs the Smooth Jazz charts. AvAilAble At: iTunes, www.spotify.com, www.cdbaby.com, www.googleplay.com, www.amazon.com Website: www.MarkAllenFelton.com
TREY DANIELS
• Evolve
(independent label)
True to its forward-thinking title, Evolve, Trey Daniels’ debut album places him in the spotlight, primed for a musical journey that pushes the concept of jazz, while fusing hip-hop, funk, fusion, neo-soul and straight-ahead jazz all into one. Daniels’ infectious energy reaches audiences both young and young at heart. Get ready to Evolve! AvAilAble At: iTunes, Google Play, www.amazon.com, www.youtube.com, www.spotify.com, https://tidal.com Website: www.treydanielsmusic.com
JEFFERY SMITH
• Dreamz and Visionz
(DARU Records LLC)
Whether you are into ballads, storytelling, dance, vocals or instrumentals, Jeffery Smith’s music has it all. Dreamz and Visionz is a unique collection of original songs that tell real life stories. The upbeat songs will invigorate you, and the slow ones will spark your sensuality. Smith’s music brings joy, harmony and peace of mind. Don’t miss this album. AvAilAble At: iTunes, www.amazon.com, www.cdbaby.com Website: www.4Daru.com
PHAZE II
• No Cover Charge
(Phaze II Publishing)
No Cover Charge is Phaze II’s fifth release. This CD has a few jazz classic covers along with some brand-new original music ranging from jazz funk, contemporary jazz, Latin jazz and R&B. The funky single “In The Pocket” reached No. 77 on Smooth Jazz Network’s Top 100 chart! AvAilAble At: www.cdbaby.com Website: www.phaze2jazz.com
REZA KHAN
• Next Train Home
(Painted Media LLC)
Reza Khan’s latest full-length album, Next Train Home, reflects the multi-talented performer’s ultimate acceptance of an artistry that is all about exploration, not limitation, following a multitude of passions in vibing with contemporary jazz greats rather than dialing down for commercial considerations. AvAilAble At: iTunes, www.amazon.com Website: www.rezakhanmusic.com