As the jazz landscape evolves in 2026, a wave of fresh smooth and soul releases is redefining the genre with rich textures and emotional depth. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or simply ...

Canton native and musician Jimmy Baber charted a Billboard No. 1 smooth jazz song earlier this year, "It's Personal." Baber, who performs under the name Jimmy B, will be in Canton this for a CD ...

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The saxophonist leads as featured on "Cigar Lounge" by Big Mike Hart, who reigns in his first appearance. By Gary Trust Boney James becomes the first act to amass 20 No. 1s on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz ...

As if hearing hold music on a phone call wasn’t enough, you’ll now get to hear it during a video call too, as Microsoft Teams is adding hold music to its web conferencing service. The feature will be ...

Modern jazz artists are reshaping the genre, blending traditional elements with contemporary influences like hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music. These musicians are pushing the boundaries of jazz, ...