2020 R&B New Music

New single from chart-topping pianist and composer Brian Simpson, known for his genre-defying and captivating music. "'Under The Stars,' featuring saxophonist Isaiah Collier, is Simpson's first single from his anticipated and 12th recording "Midnight Groove" available everywhere on Shanachie Entertainment March 28, 2025. The album showcases Simpson's unique sound, blending Jazz, R&B, Funk, Soul, Blues, and Pop into a soul-stirring musical experience. Joined by a stellar lineup of special guests, including trumpeter Keyon Harrold, saxophonist Isaiah Collier, and guitarist Antonio Gomez, "Midnight Groove" explores themes of love, dreams, mysticism, and celestial bodies, offering listeners a deep, emotional connection through music.

02 - Brian Simpson - Under The Stars (Featuring Isaiah Collier)

Kim Waters' new single "The Pacemaker" from his 26th solo release TIME 2 GROOVE. The original is inspired by Waters’ early roots and love for Go-Go music.  “That Go-Go vibe will never die,” declares Waters.  “There’s something about that groove that makes people move.” The chart-topping and multi-platinum selling saxophonist is one of the premiere architects and reigning kings of Contemporary Jazz.  He has performed with everyone from Al Green, Isaac Hayes and Patti LaBelle to Phyllis Hyman, Teddy Riley, Guy, and Gerald Albright, to name a few. TIME 2 GROOVE is available everywhere April 11, 2025. 

11 April 2025

01 - Kim Waters - The Pacemaker

The new and 26th solo release from the chart-topping and multi-platinum selling saxophonist Kim Waters. Waters, one of the premiere architects and reigning kings of Contemporary Jazz, has performed with everyone from Al Green, Isaac Hayes and Patti LaBelle to Phyllis Hyman, Teddy Riley, Guy, and Gerald Albright, to name a few. TIME 2 GROOVE is brimming with gorgeous melodies and Kim Waters’ superb alto and soprano saxophone playing on mostly original compositions. Waters co-write this track "Little Things" with featured vocalist Raynard Gibson. TIME 2 GROOVE available everywhere 4/11/25.

Kim Waters -Little Things feat Raynard Gibson

Dazzling new single  and title track "We Got This" from pioneering Contemporary Jazz group Pieces Of A Dream. The hit-makers celebrate their 26th recording titled "We Got This," out on Shanachie Entertainment May 9, 2025.  The chart-topping band will mark their 50th anniversary in 2026. It’s been a thrilling ride that has included being discovered as teens by the legendary Grover Washington, Jr., having a track on the soundtrack to Spike Lee’s cult classic "School Daze," over three million albums sold, backing the Godfather of Soul James Brown, and opening for jazz icons like Miles Davis and Count Basie, and they are nowhere near done yet! "We Got This" features ten thrilling original tracks that combine the best elements of Jazz, R&B, Funk, Soul & Pop like only Pieces Of A Dream can.

Pieces Of A Dream - We Got This

Chart-topping and Grammy-winning guitarist and producer Paul Brown has garnered more than 80 #1 Contemporary Jazz radio hits. Brown’s latest recording and thirteenth as a leader, So Much To Say (Shanachie Entertainment) showcases his winning combination of astounding virtuosity, soul, grit, fire, and grace that have earned him the trust to produce such luminaries as George Benson, Luther Vandross and Al Jarreau and engineer for such iconic divas as Aretha Franklin and Diana Ross. Available everywhere June 27, 2025. Brown offers the funkiest and most blues-drenched version of Gershwin’s “Summertime” likely ever heard. This is track is a powerful first single for the album.

Paul Brown - Summertime

Contemporary Jazz supergroup Jazz Funk Soul is the union of three visionaries - pianist Jeff Lorber, saxophonist Everette Harp and guitarist Paul Jackson, Jr. – each a powerhouse.  The three-some have sold millions of albums and scored over 50 #1 Contemporary Jazz radio hits! A groundbreaking Fender Rhodes pioneer along with the likes of Herbie Hancock, Joe Sample and Bob James, Jeff Lorber, has collaborated with everyone from Miles Davis to Michael Franks and helped to launch Kenny G.’s career.  One of the primary architects of Contemporary Jazz, saxophonist Everette Harp has recorded and shared the stage with such iconic artists as Aretha Franklin, Luther Vandross, Billy Joel, and Patti LaBelle.  Paul Jackson, Jr., one of the world’s most sought-after guitarists, is featured on Michael Jackson’s immortalized album Thriller and has worked alongside Natalie Cole, Elton John, Quincy Jones, and Whitney Houston. Their latest collaboration SIMPATICO (Shanachie Entertainment) is available everywhere  July 11, 2025.  "Over Easy" is the album's first single.

Jazz Funk Soul - Over Easy

Few artists have generated such immediate excitement in Soul music as Alex Harris. His voice - a gritty, full-throated sound reminiscent of soul music legends, coupled with a radiant spirit and a completely natural authenticity - is winning the hearts and minds of all who see him. On the heads of Harris' Shanachie debut "BACK TO US" he's offers us the exquisite "BETTER" featuring singer Conya Doss.  Harris' riveting new single will be featured on this forthcoming recording "PRE-SHOW."

01 - ALEX HARRIS feat. CONYA DOSS - BETTER

New music from pioneering Contemporary Jazz duo Kombo; featuring Hammond B3 guru 
Ron Pedley and guitar whiz John Pondel. This is Kombo’s new single and title track of their second Shanachie Entertainment recording "Pretty Solid" available everywhere now.  Between the two, the dynamic duo have collaborated with such luminaries as Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, Air Supply, Gerald Wilson, Maynard Ferguson, Paul Anka, Al Jarreau and more.

Pretty Solid

Yamaha and Billboard #1 Jazz pianist, producer and composer Kayla Waters’ new single “Lush” is available everywhere now.  The song is featured on her anticipated new recording Anew slated for release on November 11th. The pianist has scored five #1 Billboard hits on the Jazz chart and has shared the stage with icons Stevie Wonder and Patrice Rushen, as well as with R&B singers Marsha Ambrosius and Corinne Bailey Rae, among numerous others. If art reflects an artist’s inner world, then Kayla Waters’ new recording, "Anew" (November 11, 2025), is a powerful testament to her ambitions to use music as a force for good.  “My faith and my music are intimately intertwined!" shares the pianist.

Kayla Waters - Lush


Few artists have generated such immediate excitement in Soul music as Alex Harris. His voice - a gritty, full-throated sound reminiscent of soul music legends, coupled with a radiant spirit and a completely natural authenticity - is winning the hearts and minds of all who see him. Just in time for the holidays, Alex Harris offers us a gift with his soul-stirring rendition of "I'll Be Home For Christmas" available everywhere via Shanachie Entertainment on November 14, 2025.

Alex Harris - I'll Be Home for Christmas

"Yummy" - Justin Bieber (Cover by Jayy Perry)

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Yummy - Justin Bieber (Jayy Perry Cover)

Hot In Herre

LOVE WITH YOU

RED (Love With You) (Explicit)

Eric Bellinger - The Process (Remix) Ft. Raheem DeVaughn)

2020 Beat Jacks

Purpose (ft. Rose Gold)

A Woman Like Me

Lindsey Webster - One Step Forward

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Lindsey Webster - One Step Forward

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