Jazz Articles about James Vargas

James Vargas: James Vargas

by Brian Soergel
April 25, 2004

James Vargas is a British saxophonist (alto, tenor and soprano) who has echoes of Walter Beasley, Steve Cole and other contemporary sax players on his debut, a winning collection of twelve songs firmly rooted enough in the sax- led smooth jazz tradition. After scoring gigs in clubs around in London, Vargas drew the attention of Oli Silk, the force behind the soulful British smooth-jazz group Sugar and Silk, who invited him to play on a recording. Silk and Vargas collaborate ...