Thornton Winery, Temecula

Marion Meadows   VISIT WEBSITE »   PURCHASE MUSIC »
Meadows began playing clarinet and studying classical music at the age of eight. He heard numerous jazz artists on record, including Stanley Turrentine, Johnny Hodges, Coleman Hawkins and Sidney Bechet. The impression made by his hearing the last named, prompted him to settle on the soprano saxophone as his principal instrument. He attended the Berklee College Of Music where he studied arranging and composing. He also studied saxophone with Joe Henderson, Dave Liebman, Eddie Daniels and others. He also gained professional experience as a sideman with a wide range of jazz artists, including drummer Norman Connors for whom Meadows co-produced 1988's Passion. He also worked in bands backing various artists, including Brook Benton, Eartha Kitt, Phyllis Hyman, Jean Carne, the Temptations, Michael Bolton, Angela Bofill and Will Downing.

Paul Taylor   VISIT WEBSITE »   PURCHASE MUSIC »
The rising star of the sexy saxman of smooth soul jazz Paul Taylor continues with his critically acclaimed new Peak Records CD "Nightlife." Celebrating his tenth year and sixth CD as a solo recording artist, "Nightlife", follows the sensation of his Top 10 Billboard Contemporary Jazz album "Steppin' Out" and a phenomenal year in which the title track was the third biggest genre arplay cut of the year, a tour with the all-star "Groovin for Grover" line-up and his performance and acting debut on the top ABC-TV daytime drama "One Life to Live."

Michael Lington   VISIT WEBSITE »   PURCHASE MUSIC »
Michael Lington's self-titled debut release on NuGroove Records demonstrates his musical talent and gift for expression. Michael's skills as a consummate saxophonist is illustrated on this auspicious release, which introduces his rich texture of smooth jazz, soulful R & B, and melodic pop. "Michael Lington" contains original compositions, as well as some of Michael's favorite standards, including "Tell It Like It Is" featuring vocalist Bobby Caldwell.

opening act, Slim Man   VISIT WEBSITE »   PURCHASE MUSIC »
Bassist and vocalist Slim Man produces a laid back jazzy pop sound that has catapulted him to the top as a jazz vocalist. His fourth and latest CD, Jazzified, features his signature dynamic, sensual beats overlaid with lush silky blues tones. Slim Man’s refreshingly original flare offers a smooth jazz sound that receives radio airplay and recognition around the world. His smoldering ambiance adds depth and grace to his smooth vocals and great finger works. His holiday CD, All I Want For Christmas, offers a lighter side of this talented artist.