Chris Botti are having superb success within the market. Well guys, make room for one more: There are not too many smooth jazz trumpeters or flugelhornists in this industry. Rick Braun and Gordon James. James is a break from the pack by combining the musical worlds of Soul, Acid Jazz, Hip Hop, Latin, Pop and Jazz. “I have listened to this album over and over again, and have not grown tired of it yet. Gordon James talent should be discovered by the world.” Fred Scott – Contemporary jazz.com “It’s a wild ride from beginning to end, and the high energy Gordon brings to his phrasing pulls it all together.” Jazzman Online “This album has a funky, soulful feel. Half of the dozen tunes are competent James originals, and a couple of well chosen covers (‘”Grazin in the Grass” and Tutu”) prove to be particularly good vehicles for James’ solos.” Dave Hughes – All About Jazz.com “Overall, this CD is worth the money because of stellar talent, the originality of the arrangements and the song selection. Aural emotions normally captured by string arrangements, are reached for and captured here with brass instruments, a testament to Gordon James’ ability to translate his intriguing sounds to an appreciative audience.” Paula Edelstein – Jazz Review.com “Although not well known, James blows a mean trumpet and is highly recommended. One of James’ strengths is knowing which songs to cover.” Brian Soergel – Smooth Vibes.com “Trumpeter Gordon James has a mellow sound that, when muted is reminiscent of Miles Davis in the late 1980’s. James has created a set of jazz-influenced music that is accessible, contemporary and not without its unpredictable moments. It’s a colorful set that crosses many musical boundaries and should appeal to a wide audience”. Scott Yanow – Jazz Heritage Review “I absolutely love the CD by Gordon James. It will make our playlist / chart for sure!” Laurent Bonnefoy – MD Radio 16 – Besseges, France “The Gordon James CD has become an integral part of my show. My listeners love his music.” Stephan Otettel – “Blue Notes” – Jam FM - Berlin, Germany “Not only do my listeners like James’ Latin influenced songs but many of the other songs on the CD have been very well received”. Jose Antonio Pacheco – “Jazz ta’ bueno” at OK 101 FM Marcaibo Venezuela “Thanks for the Gordon James CD; it’s doing very well on WFIT-FM. We’re playing “Funky G” and “Brazilian Nights”. I personally dig the version of “TuTu”. Todd Kennedy – Program Director at WFIT-FM Thanks for a great CD! The Gordon James CD is quite GOOD!!! I’ll be adding “Funky G” and Pulse to our smooth jazz library. Thanks again for the CD… he’s GOOOOOD!!!! Al Santos – WJZW – Washington DC I am a sucker for this kind of sound and Gordon James has certainly pulled the proverbial ‘rabbit out of the hat’ and dished up a plate of culinary delights. Many similarities to Miles, Herb Alpert and Chet Baker are quite evident on this excellent 12 track collection, another ‘must have’ album for contemporary jazz fans. Wes Gillespie – Euro Club de Jazz.com