The category called smooth jazz evolved in the 1970s when musicians started mixing traditional and then-current styles together-R&B, soul, funk, and pop-into some contemporary forms. It often presents ...
On Friday, January 17, 2025, the series features smooth jazz musicians Brian Simpson and Jackiem Joyner. Showtime is 8:00pm. Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz, beginning in the WBGO Piano Lounge.
Smooth jazz music festivals are more than just gatherings to listen to great music; they’re immersive experiences. These festivals often feature: Top-tier artists: Renowned names like George ...
In the mid-1970s and ‘80s in SoCal, bands like Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, and Toto blended jazz, R&B, and pop to create a new soft style: yacht rock.