In The Mix With Reggie Thejazzman

It was the 70's. Saturday night back in NYC. Brooklyn to be exact.You could always count on someone throwin' a house party. Maybe you didn't get a personal invite but somewhere, somebody had it goin' on. Seek and you would find. The neighborhood buzz would lead you to the place where you greeted by the sounds. You might get lucky and gain entry if you knew somebody that knew somebody partyin' at 'so and so's' house. Me? I had connections to the DJ spinnin the tunes using MY records and those old vintage Garrard belt drive turntables.Upstairs was red light....party jams, high energy dancin to R&B and disco. But make your way downstairs, to the basement where the lights were blue. Ultimately thats where you wanted be. Thats where you found the slow jams.....This is an ode to days gone by.....and the blue light.

Always putting my jazzy twist on things....and of course, 'IN THE MIX', Funnin' is a one of the 30 minute jazz mixes I put together for a short stint on a radio network several years back.It was challenging and exciting to do something different and spice up the show at that time. It was my 30 minutes to show off my skills. The shows producer loved the mixes and kept me on. Unfortunately that whole thing came to an abrupt end. It ended up being a stepping stone for bigger and better things. No regrets...its all about the music

It's easy for me to admit I fell in love with this woman at some point a long time ago. Like so many others, I still have much love for her even now.Phyllis captured me with that beautiful voice and captivating beauty.My "Sophisticated Lady". The One who has the amazing ability to make me remember, recall, reminisce, reflect and forget, leaving behind those sad days and difficult times. Rather instead I found solace in and coolin' with Phyllis and those collabs with Pharoah Monk, McCoy Tyner, Norman Connors and Michael Henderson.This tribute recalls the amazing class and beauty of Phyllis Hyman, a star whose light faded too early and tragically. Depression and cocaine were her demons and her suicide left us devastated, asking, ourselves How and Why? This mix takes me back to the eve of our meeting at the legendary Blue Note in NYC. I sat at her feet next to the stage and gazed up at this statuesque beauty, even taller with her signature headpiece. Post performance I was blessed to present her with a dozen ros

THE SHOW MUST GO ON.......In spite of the fact that I practically lost my voice due to a battle with a cold, and physically was a little drained, this is where the rubber meets the road. Time to put in some work, after all, mentally I was feeling pretty good. Good enough to take a Carefree Drive. MUSIC BE MY HEALER!If you happen to be a little under the weather, maybe the change of seasons got ahold of ya, then this show is for you. Get your Kleenex, sit down, get comfy and hang with TheJazzman for a while. Guaranteed to soothe, it's music for medicinal purpose with some of the best in Smooth Jazz (it works....you'll see!)FEATURING:Will Downing, Copacetic, Urban Jazz Coalition, JWB, Doc Powell, Nick Colionne, Jay Soto, BWB, Kay-Ta, Euge Groove, Vandell Andrew, Najee, Brian Simpson, Blair Bryant, Althea Rene, Maria Jacobs, Phillippe Saisse and much more!ENJOY!!

***Intro*** Just Came Here To Chill Smooth Jazz All Stars The Chill Factor Emanuel StanleyChill Session Audley Reid Closer Nick Colionne Because It's Really Love Maysa While You Were Dreaming (feat. Michael Lington) Adam Hawley Free Ain't Free MikaelWe Got That Love Dee Lucas Come with Me Zolbert Love, Passion and Joy Euge Groove Tender Daniel Chia Love Take Me (Featuring Lindsey Webster) Rick BraunAnytime Anyplace Donald Hayes Wonderful Philip MauriceLove Song (feat. Marion Meadows) Ragan WhitesideHighly Sensitive Jill Saward Rest Assured Oli Silk Silent Love Bruce Riley When You Smile (feat. Brian Culbertson) Marqueal JordanGet Here Eric Marienthal Drive Thru Jeanne Ricks Love Will Follow (feat. John Reid) Sugar and Silk Cruising Kuhio Hwy Patrick YandallHarveston Way Darryl Williams***Outro***

Besides jazz I just have this thing for neo-soul...those grooves just get me every time. You'll hear that quite a bit in this mix, another one from my Downtime series.ENJOY!!The Voice (Intro) Raheem Devaughn Without You Charlie Wilson For You Nina Shaw Heaven Kem The Best Rahsaan Patterson Without You Kem Makings of You (Interlude) Angie StoneKnow It's Alright (Interlude) Carl ThomasSunshine Floetry All You've Given Carl Thomas Dreaming (Interlude) Ledisi Hotel Ledisi Come Close To Me Common feat Mary J Blige Is It Possible Raheem DeVaughn Love, Need, & Want You Jaguar Wright You Might Win Kem Other Side Of The Game Erykah Badu Without You Dwele Soul Free Rahsaan Patterson Living For The Love Dwele Catching Feelings Faith Evans

Several years ago (I was blowing up the music scene as DJ RL then) I created a series of music cds incorporating mainly R&B with an every-now-and-then mix of jazz. I think I actually retired the series at Volume 18. I might post a few more but for now, here's one of my favs from that series....ENJOY!!Dangerously In Love Beyonce Smile TamiaBurn UsherThink About You Luther VandrossSpending Time With You Janet JacksonShe Is Hous'tonSimple Things UsherBedda At Home Jill ScottMocha Soul Impromp2Your Body's Callin' R. KellyWallflower Critically Acclaimed & Kev BroWhat If Ruben StuddardSweeter Than Sugar JoeEasy Conversation Jill ScottDiary feat Tony Toni Tone Alicia KeysIf I Aint Got You Alicia KeysEverything About You AvantPriceless JoeYou Got Me Avant

Today, I just had to bring this mix back....it's full of bass and some funk.One of the great bassists, Victor Bailey passed on today at the young age of 56 and I can see him, feel him and HEAR him still thumpin his bass, the latest addition to the heavenly orchestra. Victor fought the good fight, doing his best to stay in this realm with us but God and life had the last say. His body was afflicted with a disease that slowly caused him to lose control of his muscles, a condition called Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. He'd been battling this for over 25 years. This is funky which is how I'm going to remember Vic..You'll be missedREST IN PEACE VICTOR BAILEY

As I move through my early 50's, I recognize more and more samples of music from back in the day. This helps to keep the music from my era alive and well and is a constant reminder that that music was made to stand the test of time. Its refreshing to see the new school/old school connection.I just love the sound of R&B and neo-soul. Cats like Raphael Saadiq, Babyface and Rahsaan Patterson making sure I get fed regularly. Of course when you put together a set that has some old and new, it's the sound that ties it all together. This set is a musical bridge and weaves just that type of pattern. If you like that type of music then you'll enjoy. I'm not going to spoil it by listing the artists/songs. If you know your music, you're right in there. There's always a surprise or two when you turn me loose and of course, the mixes have to flow like butter.I spun this one for SsassyRadio about five or six weeks ago and in case you missed it here it is for your listening pleasure. Sit back, relax and enjoy!Reggie The

"I have decided to stick with love, hate is too great a burden to bear." -Martin Luther King Jr.January 15th, a great man with a greater love was born. Focused, he lived with a purpose burning within him and a determination to fulfill his destiny. He had a dream.Unselfish, he gave his life knowing that it would propel and further that dream. "Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends". What manner of man was this? This mix recognizes the strength, courage, committment and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr through spoken word, sound clips and song. When you listen, listen with an open mind and an open heart. During this mix, try to walk a few steps with Dr. King and recognize how he's influenced your life and touched the world. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr...thank you! The dream continues......... President Barack Obama is part of the dream fulfilled. After having served two terms, many of us are sad to see him go. Undeniably, we're privileged. We've lived and been a part

Introduction To Jazzical Gospel Joan ClarkeHumblest Manner Joan ClarkeIntro Reggie TheJazzman Spirit Karen BernodWhat If Sunny HawkinsSend Me I'll Go (Intro-lude) Sunny Hawkins with Jamie HawkinsI Lift My Hands Elder Jake HughesIt's Official (Snippet) Gary FustonEveryday Jesus Anthony Brown & group therAPyThe Mystery of Godliness Jason Coleman (feat. Eric Westbrook & Estee Bullock)Way We Praise Adrianne ArchieDestiny IzzyIn Love Tyshan KnightHear Me Tracii ChinwahMountains Sean C. JohnsonSufficient (Bonus Track) D. Swint What A Friend, Oh (Chronicles Album Version) Montrel Darrett I Talk to God (feat. The Brooklyn Interdenominational Choir) Karen BernodSonshine SemajiNothing Better Corey JGot Love KuzinsPerfect Peace Jonathan DunnThe Sky Is the Limit (feat. T-Bone) VirtueTestimony Anthony Brown & group therAPy Alright Sunny HawkinsGet Away Lashell Griffin More Than A... Lisa McClendonJust Ask My Savior UAB Gospel Choir

Intro After 8 Ronny JordanLovin' You Jimmy SommersImagine This [feat. Nancy Wilson] Terri Lyne Carrington Open Space NilsToni's Song Soundscape UK You Are Steve Baxter Sexy Cool George Duke Options Joey Sommerville Don't Worry Daniel Davis Overjoyed Les SablerIsabella Gregg Karukas You, Me And Forever Najee Lost In Our Love Bobby LyleRomance the Night Najee (Feat. Phil Perry) He Loves Me Preston Smith Wishing On A Star Jaared Kimi Trick Vincent Ingala (feat. Jonathan Fritzén) Getaway Paula Atherton This Could Be Real Richard ElliotFadeaway Paul Taylor Give Me Love Mark Harper Touch My Soul Johann Asmundsson

The rain....It was one of those days....againCloudy and wet, certainly a mood changer from the previous summer day, one of clear skies and sunshine. Rain can be a mood changer and as the light rains fell upon us all day, rather than darken my mood, it provided the perfect ambience for this mix. It was a summer storm that brought with it subtle claps of thunder and just enough flashes of lightning to separate the grey clouds from the red evening sky. This all got me to thinking about nostalgia...old times, old friends and old school music. Reminiscing about life and the good ol' days. These are just the kind of days that lend itself to that. This music set incorporates the finest artists in jazz with some pretty cool interpretation of the classic tunes. You'll recognize them I'm sure. Good weather...the term is relative.Go ahead....let it rain. Betcha By Golly Wow Joe CarmoucheWildflower Lisa Fischer Mellow Nights J. DeeThe Long and Winding Road John TropeaI Just Wanna Stop Miho TabataWITHOUT YOU Terence You

30 minute mix of jazz to groove to...Intro Reggie TheJazzmanSeven Years of Good Luck Joe Sample Teresa Pieces of A DreamYou Got Something Jeff LorberFrom A To Z Alexander ZonjicSteppin' Nelson RangellMy Sensitivity (Gets in the Way) LedisiUptown Groovin' Soundscape UKA New Day Duncan Miller

Soundtrack to My Life Myroslav Levytsky & Rens NewlandIntro Reggie TheJazzmanHow Do You Keep The Music Playing Gail JhonsonGot To Be There Eric MarienthalTravels Pat MethenyWhen I Look In Your Eyes Bennett BHello My Brother Maurice JohnsonString Poet David BenoitCosmopolitan Nights Lifescapes MusicSuzie s Smiling Michael EAngela (theme from Taxi) Alexander ZonjicSome Next Grace Nelson RangellConcetta Emil Palame Obsession Alphonse MouzonDay Dreaming Fabiana PassoniIf I Could Have It All Tony GuerreroOutro Reggie TheJazzman

Technology.....sometime it gets the best of us and it seems like its always the wrong time. While trying to get this show completed I lost my ability to record my vocals so missing on this show is quite a few of my qups but I managed to get a few in there. Usually I announce the artists/songs that you here but you'll have to check the playlist to get that info. Now, I've got some troubleshooting to do. In the meantime, ENJOY THE SHOW!!***Welcome To The Carefree Drive***I'm Falling Earl KlughFor the Love of You Valtierra Latin OrchestraNatureza Humana Brazilian Love Affair Sunny Side Up (feat. Verdine White) Freddie RavelA Distant Smile Ed StoneAnything She Wants Blake AaronVest Pocket FourplayRemind Me Ragan Whiteside (feat. Patrice Rushen)Love On Top Doc Powell Silky Curves Harry Austin The Wave Antonio JacksonFishin Burton BandGentle Persuasion Chris Standring People Make The World Go Round Christine Day Blasé Velvet VoyageChasing The Wind Gregg KarukasColor Green Jonatha

Sometimes its good to take a few minutes and slow life down. Let's venture into a place I call the Chill Zone where we can truly sit back, relax and enjoy....Intro Reggie TheJazzman Can You Stand the Rain Xavier GordonSecret Smile (feat.Vincent Ingala) Gregg Karukas Stay Awhile Leon Pressley Soft Rain JazzmastersYou're As Right As Rain Lori Jenaire Soft Touch Jim Manley All of Me Xavier GordonLove This Way Again Ronnie Laws No Rhyme, No Reason Al Jarreau (feat. Kelly Price)The Touch George DukeDaydreamin Jay Soto Smile Leila Questions Ace Livingston Natchez Kirk Whalum Wind Chimes Mike Murray Under the Stars David Baroni Hands On You Ace Livingston It's Only You Brian Culbertson In Rainbows Peter White Get Here 496 West Driftin' Jamhunters Simply Stated Ronny Smith Forever & Always Antonio Allen Close To You J. Spencer You've Made Me So Very Happy Khani Cole It's Only Rain Euge Groove (feat. Chioma)*

***Intro*** Reggie The JazzmanTell Me About It Richard ElliotLater Tonight Brian CulbertsonThe Feeling I Get Norman BrownCan't Get Over You U-NamInto the Dragon Kenneth JonesLonely Ernie SmithEuropean Comfort GotaCarrera Alex Bugnon Get to Grips Ronny JordanAmerican Garden Phillip MartinThe Brighter Side Nate White Nightfall Peter WhiteOcean View (feat. Ray Parker Jr.) Craig T CooperUpfront Ron OtisManhattan Bridge (feat. Nicholas Cole) Willie BradleyWork to Do Keith AndrewLatin Haze Oli Silk Hey You Tony Travalini Give Me the Night David P StevensKeep Moving (feat. Tony Simmons) ThasaintLet's Take A Ride Norman BrownOuter Drive (Chicago Style) Michael MansonJD's Groove (feat. Nils) Al DeGregorisRelentless Gregg KarukasHomie Grown Euge Groove (feat. Paul Brown)Burning Down The House Marcus Miller

***INTRO*** Reggie TheJazzmanCome Back to Me (Featuring Dawn Tillman) Ace LivingstonGoing Home Michael LingtonShe Takes Me High ColdjackBliss Cindy BradleyForever And A Day (feat. Althea Rene) Euge GrooveGiven It Up Richard ElliotCafe Agogo featuring Luis Conte and Rick Braun Gregg KarukasNo Messin' Acoustic AlchemyLine Drive Jazz Funk SoulHolla Everette HarpPoint Venus Jeff Lorber Far And Away Urban KnightsLetter From Home Nathan EastAutumn Of Our Love Cecil RamirezFalling Out of Your Love (feat. Frank Mc Comb) PapikSara Smile Alex BugnonIn Love With You (feat. Chanel Haynes) Euge GrooveThinking Of You Lance EllisTakin' It Slow Lin RountreeUnspoken Walle LarssonMorning in a Distant Land Joe McBrideWind Song Gregory PorterI Only Have Eyes for You (Featuring Naturally 7) Jumaane SmithBrazilian Rhyme (Outro) Funkee Boy Rise Featuring Ty-Mic Funkee BoyI Wish Funkee Boy Too Hot Funkee Boy Freight Train Alfonzo BlackwellOn The Move Dee LucasPhoenix Rise! (feat. Gianni Vancini) Greg Ma

I admit it...this one hurts. Joe was a familiar soul and finally meeting him after being a fan for a lifetime really sealed the deal. Rest In Peace Joe and I look forward to the day when we shall meet again!Intro Reggie The JazzmanOver the Rainbbow Wayne HendersonBallad (Untitled) Joe SampleIn All My Wildest Dreams Joe SamplePaintings Joe SampleFly With the Wings Of Love Joe SampleThe Road Less Traveled Joe SampleThe Last Child (Album Version) Joe SampleCome Along With Me Joe Sample & Lalah Hathaway One Day I'll Fly Away Randy CrawfordKeep That Same Old Feeling The CrusadersSpellbound Joe SampleMelodies Of Love Joe SampleSeven Years of Good Luck Joe SampleDream Of Dreams Joe SampleStreet Life Joe Sample & Lalah HathawayEndlessly Randy CrawfordWindsong Randy CrawfordYou Bring The Sun Out Randy CrawfordEverything Must Change Randy Crawford Mercy, Mercy, Mercy The CrusadersIt Happens Everyday The CrusadersNo Place To Hide The CrusadersImagine Wayne HendersonStormy Weather