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Aug 25 2008

Smooth Groovers Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 22

Published by Dr Groove under 2008 Episodes, Episode, Season 3

Welcome to another latest exciting Season 3 Episode

This week we start the show with a special tribute to the late soul and funk singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, arranger, composer, and actor. The multi-award winning Isaac Hayes, This masterpiece of musical genius is the much loved and will be greatly missed.

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In this week’s Newies we have

This time we have just one, a bit of what the Doc calls a ‘Semi Newie’. From Alicia Keys latest CD entitled: As I am

In the Our Friends section we feature:

Sharon Robinson - Invisible Tatoo http://www.sharonrobinsonmusic.com/
A big thank you to Seth of SKM Artist Management for drawing our attention to singer, songwriter, producer and now artist, Sharon Robinson - and the release of her debut solo album, Everybody Knows - From it we feature the wonderful song Invisible Tatoo.

Russell Blake - Quiet Strength
A Solo Artist and Educator for 34 years, whose theory, compositional and musical Arrangement skills are self- taught. Russell has performed, toured, and taught in 40 Countries over Four Continents. A Bassist and Music Producer who has worked with some great artists like: Sonny Rollins, Chaka Khan, Brenda Russell, and Hugh Masakela. We feature his track: Quiet Strength

Per Boysen and Costas Androu with ‘Fish Of Fortune’ - From their new album
This is an interesting track from an excellent album called Nanetora. Nanetora is the first-fruit of a long distance collaboration between Per Boysen (Sweden) and Costas Andreou (Greece).

There is no Moments and Whatnots this week but we do feature in our Bring it Back Section:

Fourplay
Snake Davies from the CD - Snake Bites
Keith Sweat & Jacci McGhee released in 2004
Ahmad Jamal
and finally
Brass Construction

Until next time, please keep us in the Podcast league!!

All the Best from the Doc and the Prof

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Aug 11 2008

Smooth Groovers Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 21

Published by Dr Groove under 2008 Episodes, Episode, Season 3

Welcome to another latest exciting Season 3 Episode

NB The intro theme this week is from the The Saint.

Just a reminder, you can listen to the Podcast from i-tunes, Podfeed or by clicking on the play button below:

Or,
Download here for all MP3 Players

In this week’s Newies we have
Steve Oliver
Hilde, one of our listeners from Norway first introduced the Doc to Steve Oliver. The Doc immediately purchased his last CD entitled Radiant. One of his favourites from the last CD is Tradewinds. Guitarist/vocalist Steve Oliver has one of the most recognizable sounds in Smooth Jazz, and to watch him live is a joy to the senses. He’s one of the most positive, energetic, and captivating artists touring today. The concert captured here happened at the State Theatre in Modesto, California, and this DVD/CD 2 disk set captures The evening The CD is called One Night Live.

Nate Harasim
Piano/ keyboard phenom Nate Harasim has an incredible sound. Check out his new CD Love’s Taken Over

This week’s Friends section includes:

ElleJohnson-Rain

Also known as ‘Elle’, (Pronounced “L”) she is a smooth, sensual, sultry, yet powerful soul singer/song writer/poetess . ‘Elle’ (L) has been singing and supporting many underground groups for the last 10 years. Now it is Elle’s turn to shine. She has an album out entitled, ‘This is Me…..Honestly’ ..and the ace track we featured is entitled, ‘Rain’

Claudio Scolari - Caos Of The Town
Here is a really nice track from a CD entitled, ”Dreams and emotions of city” by an artist from Italy who has collaborated with artists such as Pavarotti, Grace Jones, James Brown, Lionel Richie, George Michael and Queen.

Jo Sallins - It is What it is. Mr Cool
This versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer and choreographer, whose influences include James Brown, Micheal Jackson, Bruce Lee, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Mahatma Gandhi has produced this wonderful sound.

This week’s Moments and Wotnots is from : Archie Bell and The Drells
The choice came out of a discussion with some very old friends of the Professor’s that included memories of some great dance tunes of the 70s. The discussion collectively reminded the Professor of some really awesome gems that should never be forgotten.

Our Bring in Back Section this week included:

Joyce Cooling from her 2001 CD entitled, ‘Third Wish’.

A surprise choice from the Doc - The Eagles! Yes, the Doc thinks they sound smooth enough for the show but let us see what you think. The track is from their CD, ‘Hell freezes over’.

Special EFX
This band is led by contemporary jazz guitarist and composer Chieli Minucci, He and his grammy-nominated group. NB Special EFX, have recorded a combined 23 CDs, 6 of those being solo releases. This track is from the 1992 CD entitled, ‘Global Village.’

Steve Cole from the 2006 CD entitled True

We end the show with Basia a great instrumental called Freeze Thaw.

Thanks again to everyone who has rated us on itunes - Maybe one day we will make it to the charts!
In addition, all those who have voted for us on the European Podcast Awards - Voting lines are still open, lol!

Voting online can be accessed here: Our nomination for the European Podcast Award