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Tom Braxton

Born: January 1, 1961

Dynamic...Energetic...Charismatic...Warm-hearted...These are just a few adjectives that have been used to describe saxophonist Tom Braxton, whose distinct, melodic sound has been thrilling audiences of all ages from coast to coast and abroad for nearly two decades. This versatile instrumentalist and gifted composer is a seasoned performer who has the amazing ability to "grab the heart-strings" of the audience within the first few minutes of his show; engage them with his exceptional skill, wit, and charm; and leave them astounded, clapping, and on their feet screaming for more! That's why Jazz Review calls Braxton "one of smooth jazz's most prolific saxophonists...with all the required tools to become a major force." This native Texan has recorded eight albums including The Next Chapter (2014), Endless Highway (2009), and Imagine This (2007) on the Pacific Coast Jazz label and Bounce (2005) on the Rendezvous label

Bob James: Jazz Hands

by Dan McClenaghan
February 8, 2024

Let us groove into a H.G. Wells mode and ride a time machine back to 1979 and revisit One On One (Tappan Zee), pianist Bob James' collaboration with guitarist Earl Klugh. The disc won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance. It was a polished production, full of catchy rhythms and bright, memorable melodies--music that ...

Hope for Tomorrow (featuring Bob James)

By Tom Braxton

Label: Innervision Records
Released: 2021
Track listing: 1. Hope for Tomorrow (featuring Bob James)

Lookin' Up

By Tom Braxton

Label: Innervision Records
Released: 2021
Track listing: 1. Lookin' Up, 2. Hope For Tomorrow (feat. Bob James) [radio single], 3. Sharon's Groove, 4. Eleanor Rigby, 5. As Long As I'm With You, 6. The J Factor, 7. What a Friend, 8. How Do I Live?, 9. Joyful Dance (for Leona), 10. Hope For Tomorrow (feat. Bob James)

Lookin' Up

By Tom Braxton

Label: Innervision Records
Released: 2020
Track listing: 1. Lookin' Up

The Other Side

Label: Pacific Coast Jazz
Released: 2016
Track listing: 1. What's up Tis?, 2. Groovis, 3. People Make the World Go Round, 4. The Finer Things, 5. City by Night, 6. The Other Side, 7. Sharolyn's Eyes, 8. Castle by the Sea, 9. A Time for Tea, 10. Infinitely You

The Next Chapter

By Tom Braxton

Label: Pacific Coast Jazz
Released: 2014

Earl Klugh at the Blue Note Jazz Club

by Mike Perciaccante
August 20, 2014

Earl Klugh Blue Note Jazz Club New York, NY August 14, 2014 On a pleasant, Thursday evening in mid-August, Grammy Award-winning guitarist Earl Klugh treated the packed and very enthusiastic audience at New York City's Blue Note Jazz Club to a spectacular night of silky smooth jazz. The slightly muggy venue ...

Hot Jazz And Soul In The Desert

August 30, 2013

Robin Thicke, Maxwell, Charlie Wilson, Erykah Badu, Keyshia Cole and jazz headliners will heat up the Arizona Jazz Festival on October 25-27, 2013. Phoenix, AZ: The endless Arizona sky will be filled with a galaxy of stars day and night during the Arizona Jazz Festival slated for October 25-27, 2013 at the Arizona Grand Resort & ...

Jazz Jackpot: Jazz And Soul Stars To Light Up The City Of Lights

August 9, 2013

Las Vegas Jazz Festival slated for September 27-29, 2013 headlines Charlie Wilson, India.Arie, Jeffrey Osborne, Euge Groove, Kem and Anthony Hamilton Phoenix, Arizona (8 August 2013): More than 24 contemporary jazz and R&B high rollers promise to make the Las Vegas Jazz Festival a winning bet. Tickets are now on sale for the 3-day music and ...