R.L. Walker
R.L. Walker - North Jersey (Rahway) native, home to such notable performers as Eric Roberson, singer, songwriter, producer and Shanice Williams who starred as Dorothy in the NBC remake of "The Wiz", has consistently provided his fans and listeners with smooth, relaxing grooves. Grooves created for one purpose and one purpose only - to help set the "chill factor"
With the release of "From Sunset To Sunrise" (January 1, 2016) R.L. Walker completes his fourth musical offering, Smooth, Jazzy, Funky and yes Sexy-Saxy!! 10 tantalizing tracks combined together delivering an array of musical emotion and over 45 minutes of Smooth-Jazz sensory overload. This full CD release has R.L. teaming up with two dynamic music producers. Lew Laing from the West Coast (Los Angeles) and Eric Sadler (E-SAD) from the ATL, contributors and co-producers on tracks "Coming Up For More Air", "Silent Prayer" and "Whispers". The remaining tracks were solely created and arranged and performed by R.L. impressive!!
As the title suggests, "From Sunset To Sunrise" is definitely going after a mood. You will enjoy each track as they deliver a seperate but equally powerful mood setting escape into the emotional mind of the artist.
With a title like FROM SUNSET TO SUNRISE, saxophonist R.L. Walker sets the tone for some sensual and romantic late night magic on his latest album. Creating easy, laid back grooves behind his passionate dreamy lead horn melodies, he creates the perfect Smooth Jazz chill album, opening doors into a dreamy, atmosphere rich realm full of lush, powerful moods and a relaxing flow. While many artists simply gather a bunch of their best tunes, Walker’s idea was to invite listeners into a deep, memorable experience. Over ten tantalizing tracks filled with sweet soul and passionate emotion, he allows listeners to experience a “Sexy-Saxy” musical escape... FROM SUNSET TO SUNRISE, you’ll have this one on repeat! ~JONATHAN WIDRAN
The mastermind behind Smoothnsaxy and Ear Relevance, R.L. Walker, releases a new solo project featuring smooth, sensual saxophone and cool upbeat grooves! MANY FACETS shows the multiple sides that this artist is capable of delivering musically… from the chilled grooves of the title track (featuring Walker on an alluring xylophone), to upbeat jams like we’ve been dancing to on “Up In the Club”! The artist calls this collection “laid back neo-soul,” which he says encompasses his everyday spirit. The chilled Washington D.C. saxophonist’s main object is to make people happy… MANY FACETS will deliver big on this promise. Download, sway, smile! ~SANDY SHORE
Continuing with the smooth vibe that was first delivered on his Debut CD "Ear Relevance", R.L. Walker returns with a body swaying, soul-pop bubbler "In The Cut". This snappy, jazzy tune with it’s infectious melody and contrasting acoustic rhythms is just another step further into the tranquil and serene world that is Smooth-N-Saxy. Fans describe “In The Cut” using words and phrases such as " very smooth", "calming", and of course, “an upbeat sexy groove”. We can sum it up with playful, groovy, romantic, soothing and relaxing.
“This cleverly titled album, EAR RELEVANCE, serves up smooth and chilled sax grooves from beginning to end. Slow jams and mid-tempo tunes that are sure to make your days more relaxed and your weekends more tranquilo! Smoothnsaxy is the brainchild of saxophonist and composer, R.L. Walker and EAR RELEVANCE is his debut release. Fans of Najee, Kim Waters and George Howard will appreciate the Washingon, D.C. based artist’s laidback vibe here, with the Smooth Jazz single “Summer Swag,” currently making an impact with radio airplay! Each song blows through like a lovely, contemporary jazz breeze… with 9 tracks total. EAR RELEVANCE will put you into a calm, peaceful state of mind, now that’s relevant! Download your copy or purchase the full CD now and start smoothing out your world!”
- Sandy Shore, SmoothJazz.com (Sep 17, 2012)
(Outdoor Venue) Asbury Park, NJ
Fundraiser and Dance
*Portion of proceeds to benefit the
Karl Roberts Sr. Scholarship Fund.
Featuring DJ So-N-So
Live Jazz (R.L. Walker/Smoothnsaxy)
50/50 raffle