Bones

Virtuosic vocalist/composer and international performer, Michael Mayo establishes himself as one of the most acclaimed and versatile voices in music today, with his label debut, Bones on Artistry Music/Mack Avenue...Read More

Smoke and Mirrors

With an unusual amount of time on his hands during a year of lockdown, saxophonist/composer Steve Cole found himself pondering the difference between our authentic selves and the illusions we project...Read More

A Little Driving Music

After nearly a year of being cooped up within the same four walls, it’s only natural that one’s thoughts might turn to the freedom of the open road. That’s...Read More

50 Years of Funk & Soul: Live at the Fox Theater – Oakland, CA – June 2018

Over the course of two memorable evenings in June 2018, legendary soul-funk-R&B outfit Tower of Power returned to Oakland, the city that started it all, to celebrate its landmark 50th anniversary with...Read More

Celebrate Me Home: The Holiday Sessions

For a virtuoso jazz bassist and world-renowned producer, quarantined in his Southern California home during a global pandemic and contemplating an uncertain future, the holidays would seem to be the last thing...Read More

Step Up

Also Available on 2-LP vinylWith Step Up, Tower of Power forges on into the next decade of the 21st century, while keeping to its continuous hardcore tour schedule and ongoing...Read More

The Mirror

The Mirror finds Raul Midón breaking new ground for himself, including two entrancing solo spoken-word pieces (“If I Could See” and “One Day Without War”). The album also features studio meetings...Read More

Christmas Together

“This is my second Christmas album, but in many ways, I kind of feel like it’s my first,” says guitarist/vocalist Jonathan Butler, as he talks about his new album,...Read More

Humanité

Grammy® Award Winner and Global Recording Artist Kirk Whalum is ruminating on exactly when his eyes were opened to the big, beautiful world beyond his cloistered boyhood in Memphis, Tennessee. There,...Read More

Poetry In Motion

Also Available on Single disc Ltd. Ed. yellow/ red splatter vinylEight men pick up shiny brass instruments, lock into an unspoken groove and rotate genres like your favorite playlist shifting from...Read More

Tower of Power Vinyl

Heavy hitters Tower of Power have a career that spans more than 50 years. Celebrate their undeniable influence with their two latest albums, on vinyl.Bring home: Soul Side of Town (2LP) and...Read More

Bass Masters

Give the bassists some love! Bass, in its many forms – upright, electric, fretless, piccolo, and more! – serves as the foundation of the band, leading the charge in groove and defining the composition...Read More

Beyond

Mack Avenue is home to artists of many different genres. Explore new sounds spanning R&B, soul and pop with this collection from the Artistry Music imprint. Bring home: Macy Gray’s...Read More

Gratitude

It’s during the times when we’re confronted with life’s hardest struggles that we learn to appreciate the humanity around us. On his latest album, Gratitude, saxophonist Steve Cole offers...Read More

Paper Trail

Prolific singer/songwriter Jesse Palter comes from a long line of creative genetics. Her great-grandfather invented iconic award-winning shoes, including the platform, the slingback and the peep-toe. Her great-grandmother was Estée...Read More

Close To You

"This record was inspired by my fiancé Nadira Kimberly. At home one night, we played and sang together as we listened to “Close To You” by the amazing Burt Bacharach. This really...Read More

If You Really Want

The New York Times has called Raul Midón “a one-man band who turns a guitar into an orchestra and his voice into a chorus.” Now, with his exciting new album – If...Read More

RUBY

Also Available on Single disc vinylRubies hold a special place amongst the world’s rarest natural treasures. The most sought-after of the corundum family, the gemstone’s crimson hue instantly catches...Read More

Thicker Than Water

Thicker Than Water is a record I’ve been wanting to make for a very long time,” says the dynamic bass virtuoso Brian Bromberg. “I love the upright bass. It’s where...Read More

Worth It All

"I wanted to go back to my roots and do an old school R&B album…what I call a 'Grown Folks' record. I approached it like things from the past...Read More

Soul Side Of Town

Also Available on 2-LP vinylTower of Power – the most dynamic and distinctive band of survivors in Soul Music – is roaring into its unprecedented 50th anniversary with a dynamic disc of all...Read More

40th Anniversary

This CD+DVD set was recorded live at TOWER OF POWER’s 40th anniversary concert at The Fillmore Auditorium in San Francisco. Special bonus footage includes interviews with over 30 present and past...Read More

Oakland Zone

Founding member David Garibaldi returned to TOWER OF POWER for the recording of this 2008 album. Longtime fans widely regard this as a return to the band’s classic sound, and one of...Read More

Great American Soulbook

On the eve of the band’s 40th anniversary, TOWER OF POWER recorded this 12-track album of classic soul songs done Tower- of-Power-style. Features guests artists Joss Stone, Sam Moore, Tom Jones,...Read More

The East Bay Archive, Volume I

Recorded at Boston’s K-K-K-Katy’s club in April 1973, this 2-CD set was pulled straight from TOWER OF POWER’s personal archives. An historic recording from the band’s formative years.Read More

Main Street Beat

Delivering on his promise to “Evolve,” the title of Jackiem Joyner’s last soul-jazz album, the saxophonist became a father since his 2014 release, an elation-inducing experience that informs the music he wrote...Read More

Bad Ass and Blind

Ever since the 20th century turned into the 21st, singer-songwriter and guitarist Raul Midón has earned renown as one of music’s most distinctive and searching voices – “a one-man band…...Read More

Planetary Prince

Also Available on 2-LP in deluxe gatefold package“Cameron Graves’ music is vigorous and refreshing. There is an infectious raw energy on Planetary Prince that is coupled with these terrific melodies...Read More

Turn It Up

Steve Cole says “I embarked on Turn It Up with the goal of making music with great musicians and great friends in great cities. This time around I wrote much of...Read More

BWB

A “Triple Dare” worth taking: superstar trio BWB returns with their third album, an entirely original collection handcrafted by Norman Brown (guitar-vocals), Kirk Whalum (saxophone-flute-vocals) and Rick Braun (trumpet-flugelhorn-valve trombone-vocals) combining only...Read More

Don't Hesitate

Raul Midón’s pointedly titled new album Don’t Hesitate demonstrates why—a dozen years and eight albums into a recording career that’s won him massive critical acclaim and...Read More

Live At The Belasco - Rahsaan Patterson

Rahsaan Patterson displays his prodigious talent on this top-notch, state-of-the-art performance video shot live in downtown Los Angeles at the famed antiquarian yet vibey Belasco Theater. Joined by his friends Lalah Hathaway...Read More

Come Back To Me Love

Freda Payne remains among music’s and show business’ brightest shining stars. Her album, Come Back To Me Love (her first for Artistry Music) marks not only a return to the big...Read More

Can You Feel It

You can feel his genuine sense of gratitude as much as you can feel the joy he pours into his music and the fun he has creating it. On Can You Feel...Read More

Living My Dream

When he sings, he testifies to the glory and healing power of love. When he plays guitar, his fast fingers innately find notes of passion and divinity. Jonathan Butler’s recording career...Read More

Evolve

Rather than fitting in with the traditional, I’m bringing the audience along with songs that unfold over different and interesting soundscapes even as I move towards a live organic sound. Read More

Merry Christmas To You

“The First Noel,” “Sleigh Ride” and “Little Drummer Boy” are just a few of the classic tunes that make up Jonathan Butler’s first holiday recording. Yes—it’s his first...Read More

Number Ones

One of the most played smooth jazz artists ever!? His only collection of #1 radio tunes - BONUS: includes two live tracks!Read More

Pulse

In the 15 years since the release of his debut record, saxophonist Steve Cole has traveled full-circle creatively and arrived back home on Pulse, the 10-song set mixing R&B, contemporary jazz, gospel,...Read More

The Absolute Greatest Hits

When his basketball career came to a close, the late Wayman Tisdale turned back to his "first love," music. He recorded nine albums as a bassist, four of which hit #1 on the...Read More

Golden Slumbers: A Father's Lullaby

This is a real sleeper of an album, literally. Smooth-jazz musicians—including Peter White, Dave Koz, Norman Brown, David Benoit, and others—play music here to put babies to sleep....Read More

Church Boy

Reaching back to his roots and reigniting his faith, Joyner brings together his beloved jazz and his foundational gospel music.Read More

Bromberg Plays Hendrix (2020 remix and Remastered)

Brian Bromberg decided to remix and remaster this record as the 50th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix's passing approaches in 2020. Available as a digital only album, you can pre-order this new take on...Read More

Bromberg Plays Hendrix

The collection rocks hard as Bromberg innovatively crafted smoldering versions of Hendrix’s hallmark hits including “Fire,” “Manic Depression,” “The Wind Cries Mary,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Foxey Lady” and “Purple Haze.” �...Read More

In The Spirit Of Jobim

In The Spirit of Jobim is comprised of five classics made famous by Brazilian legend Antonio Carlos Jobim—“One Note Samba,” “Wave,” “Tristeifinado” (“Triste” and “Desafinado”), “Corcovado” and “The Girl From...Read More

Compared To That

For his 20th solo collection of kinetic and combustible jazz of various forms, Bromberg produced, composed eight new songs, and herded a ten-piece horn section, a full orchestra string section and a...Read More

In The Zone

The reigning merchant of Soul Jazz, Richard Elliot invites loyal fans and newcomers alike to celebrate 25 years since the release of his debut album Trolltown. Where’s the party? Where else&mdash...Read More

Rick Braun Sings With Strings

Rick Braun’s been playing trumpet since he was a kid. No news there for the legions of fans his richly melodic playing style has attracted since the release of his first...Read More

Bleuphoria

With Bleuphoria, coming almost four years after 2007’s cult favorite Wines & Spirits and three years after his acclaimed 2008 Christmas album The Ultimate Gift (played year-round by the devoted), fans are getting synthesis...Read More

Moonlight

Saxophonist Steve Cole is one of the most celebrated players in contemporary jazz, having sold hundreds of thousands of albums worldwide and scored four #1 R&R Smooth Jazz hits. With five CDs...Read More

Jackiem Joyner

Jackiem Joyner is ready for his Hollywood close-up. It’s already been a big year for the multidimensional sax player both professionally and personally. Dramatic events offstage have inspired his work in...Read More

It Is What It Is

On his fourth project for the Mack Avenue label imprint Artistry Music, Brian unleashes another wide palette of styles letting the chips fall where they may. It’s a decidedly funky 13-track...Read More

All It Takes

Nobody on today’s contemporary urban jazz scene knows more about the power of perfect, timely partnerships—or what it takes to keep the #1 hits coming—than Rick Braun.Read More

Rock Steady

Where do you go from #1? If you’re veteran saxophonist Richard Elliot, long known as the “James Brown of Contemporary Jazz” for the intense soul inspirations of his recordings, a relentless tour...Read More

Lil' Man Soul

Back when Jackiem Joyner was gigging on tour with Marcus Johnson and Bobby Lyle from 2001-2004, the two contemporary jazz keyboard greats came up with the perfect nickname for the rising saxman...Read More

The Ultimate Gift

Critically acclaimed singer and songwriter Rahsaan Patterson hails the holiday season with his first-ever Christmas CD, titled The Ultimate Gift. Putting aside notions of snowfalls and sleigh bells, Santa Claus and solemn...Read More

The LA Chillharmonic

This all-star collaboration creates a quintessential L.A. vibe, meticulously crafted songs, and an uncompromising 9-piece horn section stacked with the best and brightest players around. Read More

Wines & Spirits

Wines & Spirits showcases the evolution of an artist who crosses borders without fear. Nearly three years in the making, Wines & Spirits confirms why Rahsaan Patterson has influenced everyone from Van Hunt to...Read More

Lavish

Soul Ballet is the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist/producer/composer Rick Kelly. A chilled out, funky blast of sonically brilliant, magnificently performed nujazz originals. Lavish is the title and lush is the keyword...Read More

RnR

The collaboration between two giant, complementary yet separate forces can produce previously unimagined greatness. Both parties contribute uniquely and often bring something special out of each other. They are coaxed outside of...Read More

Baby Soul

In 2007 Jackiem released his debut album "BabySoul". Joyner was named Debut Artist of the Year by Smooth Jazz News for this album. The first single "Stay With Me tonight" featured guitarist Peter...Read More

Downright Upright

On Downright Upright, acclaimed bassist BRIAN BROMBERG leads an All-Star line-up to create an irresistible musical tour de force.Generating retro grooves, sexy rhythms, and catchy hooks on every track – this mix...Read More

Every Time I Think Of You

Broadbent says the album "combines my playing and my writing, especially with the most expressive of instruments, the string orchestra," that he feels works like a collective fourth person on the disc. ...Read More

Headboppin'

True to its name, HeadBoppin's ten tracks -- some featuring off-the-wall titles indicative of Shilts' cheeky personality -- will get you dancing, and if you're driving, at least your head will move...Read More

Wood II

The follow-up both to 2002's Wood and 2005's thematically opposite Metal, Wood II puts jazz bassist Brian Bromberg in an acoustic small-combo format supported by a drummer and pianist. Bromberg's full, rounded...Read More

Yours Truly

Yours Truly, is Rick Braun's ARTizen debut and notable on many levels encompassing personal and professional satisfaction.Read More

Metro Blue

State-of-the-art contemporary jazz from a true core artist of the genre. First single, 'People Make the World Go Round' is destined to join Richard's (over) 20 Radio & Records Jazz Chart #1's. Tenor saxophonist...Read More

After Hours

One of the finest US soul vocalists of recent years is undoubtedly Rahsaan Patterson, who returns to the recording scene with a real blockbuster of an album. AFTER HOURS is a self-penned...Read More

Choices

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Jaco

This is a logical tribute album from one great bassist (Brian Bromberg) to another (Jaco Pastorius). The front of the CD purposely resembles Pastorius' debut recording and the program features six Pastorius...Read More

Wood

Wood is a very strong example of Brian Bromberg's extraordinary straight-ahead jazz skills, presented in three exciting formats. In addition to the six tracks he performs in a trio setting...Read More

Round Midnight

Two-time Grammy winner Alan Broadbent continues to display his melodic touch on the beautifully recorded Round Midnight. Known for his legendary playing with Woody Herman, Irene Kral, Chet Baker, Charlie Haden and...Read More

Brian Bromberg

Brian Bromberg employs a who's who of smooth jazz and fusion talent for a varied outing that runs the gamut. Kenny Rankin appears on the vocal version of the hit "Her Eyes,...Read More