Best of Smooth Jazz
Best of Smooth Jazz
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Weather Channel Presents
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Product Details

  • Artist: Weather Channel Presents
  • Binding: Audio CD
  • EAN: 0881529023028
  • Label: Midas Records
  • Manufacturer: Midas Records
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Product Group: Music
  • Publisher: Midas Records
  • Release Date: 2007-10-09
  • Studio: Midas Records
  • Title: Best of Smooth Jazz
  • UPC: 881529023028
Avg Customer Rating: 4 stars

Product Description: Midas Records is proud to announce the first ever CD from The Weather Channel ®, "The Best of Smooth Jazz." As 2007 marks the network's 25th anniversary, it also heralds the network's entry into retail music. Music has long been a source of interest for viewers who have been writing in for years asking where they can purchase the music they enjoy during the "Local on the 8s" segment, broadcast 288 minutes each day! The 12-song collection features the Channel's most requested music by such known artists as Dave Koz, Najee, Chick Corea, Pieces of a Dream, Joyce Cooling, Jeff Lorber, Four 80 East, 3rd Force and Paprika Soul. The CD also includes 3 most-requested songs heard only on The Weather Channel by Jeanne Ricks, Ryan Farish and Mark Krumowski.

History of Music on The Weather Channel

People who keep an eye on the weather also have an ear for music, judging from the huge number of inquiries from viewers of The Weather Channel, who have been asking "where can I get that music I just heard?" That's why a CD of "Local on the 8s" music from The Weather Channel is being presented. For the very first time, fans and admirers of the music have an opportunity to have their own compilation of many favorites.

Seven years ago, The Weather Channel stepped up its efforts to select music that viewers would enjoy. The responsibility was assigned to a network producer who had what some would call a "dream job" - spending hour after hour at music stores finding songs and artists that were right for The Weather Channel audience. Soon, viewers began to take notice of the fresh and contemporary sound of the new musical selections on The Weather Channel. The on-air music was well-received. Some people said that they kept the network on all day to stay in touch with the weather as well as to enjoy the music in the background.

Four years ago, the producer further refined the music "playlist" by scheduling different types of sounds during different parts of the day. For example, during the daytime, the music is light and upbeat. Moving into the evening, the selections have a slower tempo and are more sultry. And then they become even more mellow during the late night.

This blend of the many moods of jazz is captured on our first CD of "Local on the 8s." Out of over 3,000 songs that have been played over the years during local weather on The Weather Channel, we are proud to bring you a collection of favorites on our "Smooth Jazz" release.


Customer Reviews


4 stars Pretty good.
The songs on this CD are pretty good smooth jazz tracks, but as with all smooth jazz, they can sometimes be a bit formulaic and predictable. A nice collection, especially for a warm day at he beach, a walk in the park, or a drive on a summer's day.
A few that stand out:
Viaduct (Four 80 east)-Nice Acid-jazz-meets-chill type song. Good keyboards, sax, and a groovy rhythm.
Bad Bad Simba (Paprika Soul)- A funky exploration into 70's Chicago meets 70's Tower of Power. Nice retro style baroque-instrumental vibe.

Other standout tracks include one by Jeff Lorber. His keyboard work is amazing as always.


5 stars calming to the soul
Love, love, love this CD. This is what I listen to when I need to destress from a hectic day.


5 stars Weather Channel Presents: Best of Smooth Jazz
Weather Channel Presents: Best of Smooth Jazz
One of the better albums around.
J. Warren "Music Lover" (California, USA)


5 stars Weather Channel Smooth Jazz CD
I this this is one of the best group of smooth jazz recordings that I have. The songs are originals (many of them) and they are just perfect for relaxing by the fire or driving in traffic. I have enjoyed them and also gave one to a friend who also feels the same as I do.


4 stars Smooth Jazz
I thoroughly enjoy this CD, especially when driving a long distance so I made a copy to keep in the car. I look forward to volume 2..3..etc.


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