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In this week’s episode of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black guides listeners through the 20 smoothest contemporary jazz tracks in the nation, broadcasting from the KU NV studios on the campus of UNLV. This holiday edition features powerful chart movement, standout new releases, and beloved favorites, all curated from Mediabase airplay across smooth jazz stations coast to coast.
The countdown opens with flutist Althea René, followed by strong entries from Paul Taylor, Nathan Mitchell, and Dave Koz & Summer Horns, plus fresh spins from Najee, Brian Simpson, Nicholas Cole, Kayla Waters, Chris Standring, and the ever-inspiring Mindi Abair. Mid-show, Pamela highlights rising artists like Adrian Crutchfield, Quentin Gerard W., and multi-instrumentalist Ryan La Valette, whose “London Nights” earns the No. 2 spot this week.
The Vintage Smooth Spotlight rewinds the groove to 1975 with the iconic trumpeter Donald Byrd and his classic “Think Twice,” a timeless blend of jazz, funk, and soul.
This week’s Headliner Feature showcases Chicago saxophonist Andre Ward, whose smooth reinterpretation of Musiq Soulchild’s “Just Friends” delivers style, soul, and undeniable Vegas swagger.
The countdown culminates with the No. 1 song of the week: Boney James rises three spots to claim the top position with “The Bounce,” proving once again why he remains one of contemporary jazz’s most influential and enduring voices.
Pamela wraps the episode with gratitude for listeners nationwide, plus a bonus spotlight on guitarist Deepak B2, whose “Make Me Wanna” lands at No. 24 and promises big things in the coming year.
Whether you're tuning in for holiday vibes, top-tier musicianship, or the nation’s definitive smooth jazz chart, this week’s Countdown delivers nothing but warm tones, uplifting grooves, and undeniable smoothness.
20 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love
19 PAUL TAYLOR It's A Brand New Day
18 NATHAN MITCHELL Feel The Heat
17 DAVE KOZ & SUMMER HORNS Vehicle
16 NAJEE Salvador f/Brian Simpson
15 ADAM HAWLEY RollerSk8
14 KAYLA WATERS Lush
13 MINDI ABAIR Nouveau Soul
12 KIRK WHALUM Well Alright
11 RAGAN WHITESIDE Fancy Footwork
10 JULIAN VAUGHN Follow Me
9 QUINTIN GERARD W. Streets Of Gold
8 ADRIAN CRUTCHFIELD Sooo Good
7 CHRIS STANDRING Chocolate Shake
6 NICHOLAS COLE Shine
5 JAZZ FUNK SOUL Over Easy
4 BLAKE AARON Dare To Fly
3 MARION MEADOWS Just Doing Me
2 RYAN LA VALETTE London Nights
1 BONEY JAMES The Bounce
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The countdown opens with flutist Althea René, followed by strong entries from Paul Taylor, Nathan Mitchell, and Dave Koz & Summer Horns, plus fresh spins from Najee, Brian Simpson, Nicholas Cole, Kayla Waters, Chris Standring, and the ever-inspiring Mindi Abair. Mid-show, Pamela highlights rising artists like Adrian Crutchfield, Quentin Gerard W., and multi-instrumentalist Ryan La Valette, whose “London Nights” earns the No. 2 spot this week.
The Vintage Smooth Spotlight rewinds the groove to 1975 with the iconic trumpeter Donald Byrd and his classic “Think Twice,” a timeless blend of jazz, funk, and soul.
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Whether you're tuning in for holiday vibes, top-tier musicianship, or the nation’s definitive smooth jazz chart, this week’s Countdown delivers nothing but warm tones, uplifting grooves, and undeniable smoothness.
20 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love
19 PAUL TAYLOR It's A Brand New Day
18 NATHAN MITCHELL Feel The Heat
17 DAVE KOZ & SUMMER HORNS Vehicle
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15 ADAM HAWLEY RollerSk8
14 KAYLA WATERS Lush
13 MINDI ABAIR Nouveau Soul
12 KIRK WHALUM Well Alright
11 RAGAN WHITESIDE Fancy Footwork
10 JULIAN VAUGHN Follow Me
9 QUINTIN GERARD W. Streets Of Gold
8 ADRIAN CRUTCHFIELD Sooo Good
7 CHRIS STANDRING Chocolate Shake
6 NICHOLAS COLE Shine
5 JAZZ FUNK SOUL Over Easy
4 BLAKE AARON Dare To Fly
3 MARION MEADOWS Just Doing Me
2 RYAN LA VALETTE London Nights
1 BONEY JAMES The Bounce
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