Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards Collection

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The first annual Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards ceremony was held in January 2000 in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area, home of the Oasis smooth-jazz radio station. This 14-song compilation showcases previously released tracks that are representative of the artists who performed at the show--folks like Dave Koz and Russ Freeman & the Rippingtons. This collection also boasts up-and-coming acts with brand new music not yet heard on radio. The best of the latter class includes a Stanley Clarke-sounding bassist, Brian Bromberg, doing a highly charged duet with smooth jazz superstar Richard Elliot. Newcomer Grady Nichols may have the best instrumental track on the sampler with "Alone with You," which was co-written and produced by Jeff Lorber.

The producers here did a pretty good job of creating the flavor of smooth-jazz radio, but the choice of Jonathan Butler and Patti Austin as the only vocalists was outstanding. Of course, the chosen songs--Butler's take on the Jr. Walker & the All Stars classic "What Does It Take" and Austin's title track from her album In and Out of Love--contain a lot more urban spirit than most smooth radio stations are willing to air. --Mark Ruffin

Product Description
Smooth Jazz never sounded so good! Native Language Music brings together Oasis Award-nominated artists in this greatest hits collection of some of Smooth Jazz's best known songs. Artists include David Benoit, Brian Bromberg, Richard Elliot, Marc Antoine, Dave Koz, Jeff Kashiwa, Candy Dulfer, Jonathan Butler, The Rippingtons, Craig Chaquico, Paul Taylor, Patti Austin, Herb Alpert, Steve Oliver, 3rd Force, Gota and Grady Nichols. Includes the new Brian Bromberg and Richard Elliot hit, "Relentless."

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Average customer rating: smooth jazz sounds Absolutely the Greatest Smooth Jazz CD. This CD smokes! Terrific Smooth Jazz Awesome compilation!!

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Tracks:

1. Relentless - Brian Bromberg
2. Drive Time - David Benoit
3. Latin Quarter - Marc Antoine
4. Love Is On The Way - Dave Koz
5. In The City Life - Gota
6. Hyde Park (The 'Ah, Oooh' Song) - Jeff Kashiwa
7. What Does It Take - Candy Dulfer
8. 'Til We're Together Again - Russ Freeman & The Rippingtons
9. Red Rocks - Craig Chaquico
10. Avenue - Paul Taylor
11. In & Out Of Love - Patti Austin
12. Alone With You - Grady Nichols
13. Sugar Cane - Herb Alpert
14. First View - Steve Oliver
15. 7th Heaven - 3rd Force

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1. Relentless - Brian Bromberg (Feat. Richard Elliot)
2. Drive Time - David Benoit
3. Latin Quarter - Marc Antoine
4. Love Is On The Way - Dave Koz
5. In The City Life - Gota
6. Hyde Park (The "AH, OOOH" song) - Jeff Kashiwa
7. What Does It Take - Candy Dulfer (Feat. Jonathan Butler)
8. 'Til We're Together Again - Russ Freeman & The Rippingtons
9. Red Rocks - Craig Chaquico
10. Avenue - Paul Taylor
11. In & Out Of Love - Patti Austin
12. Alone With You - Grady Nichols
13. Sugar Cane - Herb Alpert
14. First View - Steve Oliver
15. 7th Heaven - 3rd Force

Format: CD

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The first annual Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards ceremony was held in January 2000 in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area, home of the Oasis smooth-jazz radio station. This 14-song compilation showcases previously released tracks that are representative of the artists who performed at the show--folks like Dave Koz and Russ Freeman & the Rippingtons. This collection also boasts up-and-coming acts with brand new music not yet heard on radio. The best of the latter class includes a Stanley Clarke-sounding bassist, Brian Bromberg, doing a highly charged duet with smooth jazz superstar Richard Elliot. Newcomer Grady Nichols may have the best instrumental track on the sampler with "Alone with You," which was co-written and produced by Jeff Lorber.

The producers here did a pretty good job of creating the flavor of smooth-jazz radio, but the choice of Jonathan Butler and Patti Austin as the only vocalists was outstanding. Of course, the chosen songs--Butler's take on the Jr. Walker & the All Stars classic "What Does It Take" and Austin's title track from her album In and Out of Love--contain a lot more urban spirit than most smooth radio stations are willing to air. --Mark Ruffin

Customer Reviews:

smooth jazz sounds.......2007-01-18

that was the best i have heard in along time
relaxing and soothing
a real keeper

Absolutely the Greatest Smooth Jazz CD........2007-01-05

This is absolutely the greatest smooth jazz CD I own. Just listen to the first piece. It gives you an idea of what this CD is all about. I have tried to find a similar one in power, and nothing gets even close. The best of this CD is its outstanding arrangement. You do not feel that repetitive tone from piece to piece that many CD's have. It is a rich compilation of great pieces. You will not get bored. Buy it with confidence, you will enjoy it. I have had mine for over 2-1/2 years and I just love it.

This CD smokes!.......2002-03-06

One of the best Smooth Jazz compilations ever! Possibly the greatest addition to your CD collection. This CD should be your next purchase.

Terrific Smooth Jazz.......2001-07-02

The "Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards Collection is a terrific compilation of Smooth Jazz artists from the National Smooth Jazz Awards show. If you love smooth jazz this is a must have for your CD collection.

Awesome compilation!!.......2001-01-11

This is, by far, the BEST smooth jazz greatest hits record I have ever heard. I couldn't believe the songs I heard when I first popped the CD into my player, great energy, cool vibes, great for an outdoor BBQ or picnic. Great for just about anything, I recommend putting this CD first on your wish list.

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