RENDEZVOUS Records from New Note

Release date: 25 June RENDEZVOUS

PATTI AUSTIN Avant Gershwin CD REN51232
The full range of legendary singer Patti Austin’s talent is showcased in this jazz exploration of the genius of composer George Gershwin. Avant-Gershwin, Patti’s follow-up album to her Grammy nominated, For Ella, features unique vocal interpretations backed by the leading German big band, the WDR Big Band and its progressive big band arrangements.

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MICHAEL LINGTON A Song For You CD REN51192
On saxophonist Michael Lington’s latest recording he performs a collection of new standards in his own distinctive smooth jazz style. They range from "It's Too Late" and "You've Got a Friend," both by Carole King; to "Fragile" by Sting, from Joni Mitchell's "Both Sides Now" to Michael Frank's "Tell Me All About It". Featured musicians include Dave Koz, Randy Waldman, Vinnie Colauita, Brian Bromberg, Dean Parks and Luis Conte.

WAYMAN TISDALE Way Up! CD REN51182
Bassist Wayman Tisdale continues his domination from the basketball court to the musical arena with the of his latest album. The 11-track set features collaborations with such artists as Dave Koz, Eric Benet, George Duke, Bob James, Kirk Whalum, Jonathan Butler and Jeff Lorber.

PHILIPPE SAISSE The Body And Soul Sessions CD REN51172
Keyboardist Phillippe Saisse guides his trio through jazz interpretations of modern classics such as Steely Dan's "Do It Again," Bill Withers' "Lovely Day," and the Beatles' "Lady Madonna". The trio interprets these modern standards with creativity, flair and most notably, a joyful exuberance.

JONATHAN BUTLER Jonathan CD REN51082
Jonathan Butler’s debut release on Rendezvous is arguably his best album since the hit “Do You Love Me”, which sold over 250,000 units in the U.S. It’s a return to the artists South African influences, includes a fresh new vocal interpretation of the popular “Fire And Rain”, and features guest stars Gerald Albright, Rick Braun, Dave Koz.

MARC ANTOINE Modern Times CD REN51112
Marc Antoine’s new CD sees the virtuoso guitarist collaborate with dance music producer David Ferrero, best known for hugely successful house music remixes for Santana, Jennifer Lopez and others. The result is a superb album that mixes the organic sound of nylon string guitar with electronic beats, distinctive samples and mellow lounge grooves.

KIRK WHALUM The Babyface Song CD REN51122
Kirk Whalum’s debut CD for Rendezvous pays tribute to a giant of 90’s pop music and features twelve instrumental versions of Kenneth “Babyface” Edmond’s most outstanding songs. The result is a double helping of soul and sensitivity, combining the saxophone artistry of Kirk Whalum with the timeless melodies of a pop/urban / r&b icon.

MARC ANTOINE Mediterraneo CD REN51012
French guitar virtuoso Marc Antoine teams up with dance music producer David Ferrero to create an album that mixes the organic sound of a nylon string guitar with electronic beats, distinctive samples and mellow lounge grooves.

MICHAEL LINGTON Stay With Me CD REN51032
Smooth jazz saxophonist Michael Lington performs a compelling mix of cool funk and fresh melodies. “Stay With Me” features collaborations with well-known smooth jazz musicians (Chuck Loeb & Paul Jackson, Jr.) plus four of the top producers in contemporary jazz—Brian Culbertson (Dave Koz, Bob James), Michael Colina (David Sanborn), Paul Brown (Peter White) and Jeff Carruthers (Boney James).

WAYMAN TISDALE Hang Time CD REN51042
Bassist Wayman Tisdale mixes funk, old-school-cool and up-to-date R&B on collaborations with Dave Koz, Jeff Lorber, producer Tracy Carter and Pieces of Dream co-founder James Lloyd, who wrote and produced the title track.

CAMIEL Sunset CD REN51062
The Dutch musician Camiel is an accomplished guitarist, composer, arranger and performer. His debut album blends soul, Latin and jazz with electronica, featuring funky guitar grooves, break beats, piano virtuosity and laidback lounge.

VARIOUS ARTISTS Golden Slumbers - A Father's Love CD REN51072
A Father’s Love is a celebration of the important role fathers play in their children’s lives. Each artist’s heartfelt performance expresses their own unique perspective on what it means to be a dad. Featured artists include Michael McDonald, Loudon Wainwright III, Soloman Burke, Will Downing, Phil Collins, Kirk Whalum, Smokey Robinson and others.

TOM BRAXTON Bounce CD REN51092
Saxophonist Tom Braxton has been a mainstay in bassist Wayman Tisdale’s band for many years. During Tom’s tenure with Wayman, he has recorded five albums and has established himself as one of smooth jazz’s most prolific saxophonists. His latest CD Bounce is a highly stylized display of upbeat funk and augmented by glowing cerebral melodies.

BRIAN SIMPSON It's All Good CD REN51102
For the past 8 years, Brian has been the musical director for jazz saxophonist Dave Koz, arranging and playing keys on Dave’s year-round domestic and international tours. With his debut on Rendezvous, Brian has created a jazz album in every sense of the term, compelling from beginning to end, varied in its smooth melodies and bebop swing, and rewarding in its tribute to both contemporary and traditional jazz improvisation.

VARIOUS ARTISTS Rendezvous Lounge 2 CD REN51142
Rendezvous Lounge 2 features the mixed beats and atmospheric sounds of downtempo electronic music blended with jazz. The artist line-up showcases some of the most talented and renowned artists from their respective countries including Holland, France, Italy, Norway and the UK including Afterlife, Praful, Marc Antoine, Adani & Wolf, DJ Cam and is compiled by DJ Gorbulew.

VARIOUS ARTISTS RSVP, Rendezvous, If You Please CD REN51152
The Rendezvous Music artist roster contains some of the best names in smooth jazz who regularly top the US radio airplay charts as well as topping the Billboard Contemporary Jazz charts. RSVP - Rendezvous, If You Please, features 14 tracks from all of the Rendezvous artists including Kirk Whalum, Jonathan Butler, Wayman Tisdale, Michael Lington, Marc Antoine, Brian Simpson, Tom Braxton, chill artists Camiel, Praful and Adani and Wolf; DJ Mark Gorbulew and bassist Kyle Eastwood.