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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown

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Hosted by Pamela Black, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown delivers the Top 20 smooth jazz songs of the week from 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America. Broadcasting from Las Vegas, this weekly jazz radio show features the hottest smooth jazz hits, rising artists, and fan-favorite tracks shaping today’s sound. Each episode blends expert commentary, artist spotlights, and curated music selections, making it a must-listen for fans of jazz music conversations, live music interviews, classic jazz radio, and modern smooth jazz playlists. Whether you're discovering new artists or enjoying familiar favorites, this countdown captures the pulse of the smooth jazz scene. Produced by Jason Beatty and recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring the latest in smooth jazz, live music talk show energy, and premium jazz radio programming.

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Smooth Jazz Top 20: Walter Beasley Hits #1 with “65 Bounce” | Nov. 7, 2026

Nov 7, 2026 1 hr 52 min

A brand-new #1 takes the crown! Walter Beasley climbs to the top with “65 Bounce” on the November 7, 2026 edition of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, hosted by Pamela Black from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus in Las Vegas. Discover the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America in this commercial-free, two-hour countdown, featuring Boney James, Althea René, Adam Hawley, Paula Atherton, Evan Taylor with Dave Koz, Rick Braun and more. Hear the latest chart moves, artist stories, and today's best contemporary jazz and smooth R&B grooves. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — November 7, 2026 20. Rick Braun — “Doin’ Everything With You”19. Carol Albert — “Vertical Horizon”18. Tim Hudson feat. Chieli Minucci — “Looking at Her”17. Hubert Eaves IV — “She Said Yes”16. Will Donato — “Foreverlasting”15. Jeff Webb Jr. feat. Randy Scott — “Evermore”14. Jazz Funk Soul — “Simpatico”13. Eric Essix — “Streets of Gold”12. BPM — “Gridlock”11. D. Lucas — “Never Go Away”10. Tanya Nolan — “Impossible”9. Phillip “Doc” Martin — “Chill Pill”8. Chris Standring — “All the Good Times”7. Evan Taylor feat. Dave Koz — “Skate On”6. Jacob Webb — “It’s a Boy”5. Paula Atherton — “Right on Time”4. Adam Hawley feat. Jeff Ryan — “Power Move”3. Althea René feat. Ryan La Valette — “El Fuego”2. Boney James — “Storybook”1. Walter Beasley — “65 Bounce” More music in this episode Velvet Rope: Jackiem Joyner — “Boss”Headlining Artist: Mindi Abair — “The Joint”Vintage Smooth: Sting — “The Windmills of Your Mind”Safe Bet: Paul Taylor — “Sunlight” Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas. Hosted by Pamela Black. Produced by Jason Beatty. National chart data provided by Mediabase. Subscribe for a fresh, commercial-free smooth jazz Top 20 every weekend.

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown: Adam Hawley Hits No. 1 | Oct. 31, 2026

Oct 31, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Celebrate Halloween weekend with the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown for October 31, 2026. Host Pamela Black brings you America's Top 20 smooth jazz songs, featuring a brand-new No. 1: “Power Move” by Adam Hawley featuring Jeff Ryan. Hear chart favorites from Boney James, Rick Braun, Euge Groove, Lindsey Webster, Walter Beasley, Paula Atherton, Chris Standring, Althea René, and more. This week's artist spotlight features Blake Aaron with “The Way You Sway,” while the Vintage Smooth feature celebrates Babyface with “We've Got Love.” Plus, discover rising tracks and the artists knocking on the countdown's door. Recorded at KUNV 91.5 Jazz & More on the UNLV campus in Las Vegas, produced by Jason Beatty, with national chart data from Mediabase. Subscribe for a fresh two-hour smooth jazz Top 20 every weekend.

Smooth Jazz Top 20 | New No. 1: Evan Taylor & Dave Koz | Oct. 24, 2026

Oct 24, 2026 1 hr 52 min

It's a new week and a new No. 1 on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown! Join host Pamela Black for the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America for the weekend of October 24, 2026, featuring chart moves, artist stories and two hours of contemporary jazz favorites. This week's chart features Evan Taylor with Dave Koz taking the top spot with “Skate On,” plus music from Carol Albert, Euge Groove, Walter Beasley, Chris Standring, Boney James, Rick Braun, Lindsey Webster and more. The Vintage Smooth spotlight revisits Urban Knights, and a featured selection celebrates guitarist Chuck Loeb. Recorded at KUNV 91.5 Jazz & More in Las Vegas, produced by Jason Beatty and presented by Pamela Black. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Follow the countdown every weekend and discover what's moving up the smooth jazz charts.

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Smooth Jazz Top 20: Walter Beasley Hits #1 with “65 Bounce” | Nov. 7, 2026

Nov 7, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown: Adam Hawley Hits No. 1 | Oct. 31, 2026

Oct 31, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Smooth Jazz Top 20 | New No. 1: Evan Taylor & Dave Koz | Oct. 24, 2026

Oct 24, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown: Carol Albert Hits #1 with “Vertical Horizon”

Oct 17, 2026 1 hr 52 min

A new #1 on the Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown! Carol Albert takes the top spot with “Vertical Horizon” on the October 17, 2026 edition of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, hosted by Pamela Black from 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV in Las Vegas. Discover the week's 20 hottest smooth jazz songs and contemporary jazz favorites, including Chris Standring, Hubert Eaves IV, Euge Groove, Evan Taylor featuring Dave Koz, Althea René, Jazz Funk Soul, Jacob Webb, Walter Beasley, Adam Hawley featuring Jeff Ryan, Boney James, Maysa, Lindsey Webster, and more. This week's features also spotlight vocalist Kayla Waters and a Vintage Smooth selection from keyboardist Wayne Linsey. This week's Smooth Jazz Top 20: Carol Albert — Vertical HorizonChris Standring — All the Good TimesHubert Eaves IV — She Said YesEuge Groove — The PhoenixEvan Taylor featuring Dave Koz — Skate OnAlthea René featuring Ryan La Valette — El FuegoJazz Funk Soul — SimpaticoJacob Webb — It's a BoyWalter Beasley — 65 BounceAdam Hawley featuring Jeff Ryan — Power MovePaula Atherton — Right on TimeBoney James — StorybookMaysa featuring JJ Sansaverino — Street LifeLindsey Webster — What Is Meant to BeNicole Henry — Everything Is FinePhillip Doc Martin — Chill PillOli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan — Yessir!Eric Essix — Streets of GoldRick Braun — Doing Everything with YouGreg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum — JolandaPlus: our Vintage Smooth spotlight features Wayne Linsey's “Sidekicking,” and this week's Safe Bet is Tanya Nolan's “Impossible.” Listen to the commercial-free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast apps. Follow Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown for new weekly smooth jazz charts, rising jazz artists, saxophone, guitar, piano, soul jazz, and contemporary jazz hits. Produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV Studios, University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Chart data provided by Mediabase.

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown: Hubert Eaves IV Hits #1 with “She Said Yes”

Oct 10, 2026 1 hr 54 min

There's a brand-new #1 on the Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown! Hubert Eaves IV rises to the top with “She Said Yes,” as Pamela Black counts down the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America for the weekend of October 10, 2026. Hear the latest contemporary jazz chart hits from Euge Groove, Carol Albert, Chris Standring, Jazz Funk Soul, Dave Koz, Lindsey Webster, Boney James, Rick Braun and more. Who's climbing, who's holding strong, and which artists are knocking on the door of the Top 20? Listen to the commercial-free Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, produced at KUNV 91.5 Jazz & More in Las Vegas with chart data from Mediabase. Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs — October 10, 2026 20. Boney James — “Storybook”19. Rick Braun — “Doing Everything with You”18. Eric Essix — “Streets of Gold”17. Phillip “Doc” Martin — “Chill Pill”16. Nicole Henry — “Everything Is Fine”15. Maysa featuring JJ Sanseverino — “Street Life”14. Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan — “Yessir!”13. Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum — “Jolanda”12. Adam Hawley featuring Jeff Ryan — “Power Move”11. Walter Beasley — “65 Bounce”10. Althea Rene featuring Ryan La Valette — “El Fuego”9. Paula Atherton — “Right on Time”8. Lindsey Webster — “What Is Meant to Be”7. Jacob Webb — “It’s a Vibe”6. Evan Taylor featuring Dave Koz — “Skate On”5. Jazz Funk Soul — “Simpatico”4. Chris Standring — “All the Good Times”3. Carol Albert — “Vertical Horizon”2. Euge Groove — “The Phoenix”1. Hubert Eaves IV — “She Said Yes” Bonus features: The Velvet Rope: BPM (Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown & Michael Paulo) — “Gridlock” (#21); Jazz Magic: Jeff Cascaro — “Love Will Find a Way”; Vintage Smooth: The Blackbyrds — “Walking in Rhythm”; Safe Bet: Gerald Albright — “Hot Chocolate” (#22). Listen every weekend with host Pamela Black. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your favorite podcast app, and share the countdown with a smooth jazz fan.

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown: Oli Silk & Jeff Ryan Hit #1 with “Yessir!”

Oct 3, 2026 1 hr 54 min

There’s a new #1 song in smooth jazz. On this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, Pamela Black counts down the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America, with Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan reaching the top spot with “Yessir!” Euge Groove climbs to #2 with “The Phoenix,” while Hubert Eaves IV holds strong at #3 with “She Said Yes.” This week’s Smooth Jazz Top 20 also features Jazz Funk Soul, Carol Albert, Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum, Chris Standring, Evan Taylor featuring Dave Koz, Lindsey Webster, Maysa, Jacob Webb, Walter Beasley, Paula Atherton, Althea René, Kayla Waters, Adam Hawley featuring Jeff Ryan, Nicole Henry, Ragan Whiteside, Rick Braun and Eric Essix. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — October 3, 2026 Oli Silk feat. Jeff Ryan — “Yessir!”Euge Groove — “The Phoenix”Hubert Eaves IV — “She Said Yes”Jazz Funk Soul — “Simpatico”Carol Albert — “Vertical Horizon”Greg Manning feat. Kirk Whalum — “Jolanda”Chris Standring — “All the Good Times”Evan Taylor feat. Dave Koz — “Skate On”Lindsey Webster — “What Is Meant to Be”Maysa — “Street Life”Jacob Webb — “It’s a Boy!”Walter Beasley — “65 Bounce”Paula Atherton — “Right on Time”Althea René feat. Ryan LaValette — “El Fuego”Kayla Waters — “Bountiful”Adam Hawley feat. Jeff Ryan — “Power Move”Nicole Henry — “Everything Is Fine”Ragan Whiteside — “In Love Reimagined”Rick Braun — “Doin’ Everything With You”Eric Essix — “Streets of Gold”Plus, the episode features the Velvet Rope spotlight on Phillip “Doc” Martin with “Chill Pill,” a Headlining Artist selection from Fred Smith with “Skate Town,” Vintage Smooth with Tom Browne’s “Funkin’ for Jamaica,” and this week’s Safe Bet from Boney James featuring Larry Carlton. Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas and hosted by Pamela Black. Produced by Jason Beatty. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Weekend Smooth Jazz CountdownThe 20 smoothest jazz songs of the week.

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown: Greg Manning & Kirk Whalum Hit #1 with “Jolanda”

Sep 26, 2026 1 hr 55 min

There’s a new #1 song in smooth jazz. On this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, Pamela Black counts down the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America, with Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum reaching the top spot with “Jolanda.” Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan climbs to #2 with “Yessir!,” while Hubert Eaves IV makes a big move to #3 with “She Said Yes.” This week’s countdown also features Euge Groove, Jazz Funk Soul, Chris Standring, Kayla Waters, Carol Albert, Lindsey Webster, Maysa, Ragan Whiteside, Eric Darius, Rick Braun, Nicole Henry, Althea René, Paula Atherton and more. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — September 26, 2026 Greg Manning feat. Kirk Whalum — “Jolanda”Oli Silk feat. Jeff Ryan — “Yessir!”Hubert Eaves IV — “She Said Yes”Euge Groove — “The Phoenix”Jazz Funk Soul — “Simpatico”Chris Standring — “All the Good Times”Kayla Waters — “Bountiful”Carol Albert — “Vertical Horizon”Lindsey Webster — “What Is Meant to Be”Maysa feat. JJ Sansaverino — “Street Life”Jacob Webb — “It’s a Boy!”Evan Taylor feat. Dave Koz — “Skate On”Ragan Whiteside — “In Love Reimagined”Walter Beasley — “65 Bounce”Paula Atherton — “Right on Time”Althea René feat. Ryan LaValette — “El Fuego”Nicole Henry — “Everything Is Fine”Rick Braun — “Doin’ Everything With You”Eric Darius — “Maputo Nights”Eric Essix — “Streets of Gold”Plus, the episode features the Velvet Rope spotlight on Phillip “Doc” Martin with “Chill Pill,” a Headlining Artist selection from Zhané, and Vintage Smooth with the late George Duke. Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas and hosted by Pamela Black. Produced by Jason Beatty. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Weekend Smooth Jazz CountdownThe 20 smoothest jazz songs of the week.

Smooth Jazz Top 20: Kayla Waters Hits #1 with “Bountiful” | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown

Sep 19, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Kayla Waters takes the #1 spot with “Bountiful” on this week’s Smooth Jazz Top 20. Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, featuring the biggest contemporary jazz artists, chart movement, new releases and the music shaping smooth jazz radio right now. For listeners searching for the Smooth Jazz Top 20, the latest smooth jazz countdown, current smooth jazz charts or the top contemporary jazz songs of 2026, this week’s show features Kayla Waters, Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum, Euge Groove, Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan, Ragan Whiteside, Jazz Funk Soul, Mindi Abair, Lindsey Webster, Eric Darius, Chris Standring, Jacob Webb, Evan Taylor featuring Dave Koz, Paula Atherton, Walter Beasley, Althea René, Nicole Henry and Rick Braun. Plus, Adam Hawley featuring Kat Hawley steps into the Headlining Artist spotlight with “Señorita,” Vintage Smooth turns back to 2007 with keyboardist Tim Watson and “Sunday Afternoon,” and Pamela’s Safe Bet spotlights saxophonist Phillip “Doc” Martin with “Chill Pill.” Bassist Julian Vaughn featuring Adam Hawley waits just outside the countdown at the Velvet Rope with “Give and Go.” Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas and hosted by Pamela Black. Produced by Jason Beatty. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — September 19, 202620. Rick Braun — Doin’ Everything With You19. Nicole Henry — Everything Is Fine18. Althea René feat. Ryan LaValette — El Fuego17. Walter Beasley — 65 Bounce16. Paula Atherton — Right on Time15. Evan Taylor feat. Dave Koz — Skate On14. Eric Darius — Maputo Nights13. Jacob Webb — It’s a Boy!12. Chris Standring — All the Good Times11. Mindi Abair — Falling in Love10. Maysa feat. JJ Sansaverino — Street Life9. Carol Albert — Vertical Horizon8. Lindsey Webster — What Is Meant to Be7. Hubert Eaves IV — She Said Yes6. Jazz Funk Soul — Simpatico5. Ragan Whiteside — In Love Reimagined4. Oli Silk feat. Jeff Ryan — Yessir!3. Euge Groove...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – September 12, 2026

Sep 12, 2026 1 hr 55 min

Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs of the week from the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas. This week’s chart features music from Althea Rene, Nicole Henry, Rick Braun, Nicholas Cole, Paula Atherton, Walter Beasley, Jacob Webb, Carol Albert, Maysa, Hubert Eaves IV, Chris Standring, Eric Darius, Lindsey Webster, Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan, Mindi Abair, Jazz Funk Soul, Euge Groove, Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum, and Kayla Waters. Plus, Phil Perry steps into the Headlining Artist spotlight, Incognito takes us back to 1996 for Vintage Smooth, and guitarist Adam Hawley featuring Jeff Ryan lands this week’s Safe Bet. At the top of the chart, flutist Ragan Whiteside earns the new No. 1 with “In Love Reimagined.” Recorded at KUNV in Las Vegas. Produced by Jason Beatty. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Hosted by Pamela Black.

Mindi Abair Takes #1 with “Falling in Love” | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown

Sep 5, 2026 1 hr 56 min

There’s a new #1 song in smooth jazz! Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, with saxophonist, vocalist and songwriter Mindi Abair claiming the crown with “Falling in Love.” Ragan Whiteside climbs to #2 with “In Love Reimagined,” while Kayla Waters moves into the #3 spot with “Bountiful.” This week’s countdown also features music from Eric Darius, Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum, Lindsey Webster, Jazz Funk Soul, Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan, Euge Groove, Nicholas Cole, Maysa, Chris Standring, Bob Baldwin, Steve Oliver, Carol Albert, Nicole Henry, Paula Atherton, Rick Braun and more. Plus, the Marquee Artist spotlight features electric violinist Ken Ford with “Jumpstart,” Vintage Smooth turns back the clock with trumpeter Michael “Patches” Stewart and “Road Song,” and Pamela’s Safe Bet looks ahead to Althea René featuring Ryan LaValette with “El Fuego.” Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown brings you the biggest songs in contemporary jazz, chart movement, artist stories and a little Vegas sparkle every week with host Pamela Black. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Produced by Jason Beatty — KUNV Studios, Las Vegas. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown20. Rick Braun — Doing Everything With You19. Paula Atherton — Right On Time18. Nicole Henry — Everything Is Fine17. Jacob Webb — It’s a Vibe16. Carol Albert — Vertical Horizon15. Bob Baldwin — HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)14. Steve Oliver — Dancing In The Sand13. Chris Standring — All The Good Times12. Maysa — Street Life11. Nicholas Cole — Green Light10. Hubert Eaves IV — She Said Yes9. Euge Groove — The Phoenix8. Oli Silk feat. Jeff Ryan — Yessir!7. Jazz Funk Soul — Simpatico6. Lindsey Webster — What Is Meant To Be5. Greg Manning feat. Kirk Whalum — Jolanda4. Eric Darius — Maputo Nights3. Kayla Waters — Bountiful2. Ragan Whiteside — In Love Reimagined1. 🏆 Mindi Abair — Falling In Love

Smooth Jazz Countdown: Eric Darius Takes #1 with “Maputo Nights” | August 29, 2026

Aug 29, 2026 1 hr 52 min

There’s a new #1 song in smooth jazz! Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown for August 29, 2026, culminating with saxophonist Eric Darius claiming the top spot with “Maputo Nights.” Former chart-topper Nicholas Cole remains firmly in the winner’s circle as “Green Light” moves to #2, while Mindi Abair holds strong at #3 with “Falling in Love.” This week’s countdown also features music from Kayla Waters, Ragan Whiteside, Lindsey Webster, Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum, Oli Silk, Adrian Crutchfield, Bob Baldwin, Steve Oliver, Lawson Rollins, Lynn Roundtree, Chris Standring and more. Greg Manning’s “Yolanda” carries a particularly personal story, while Lindsey Webster continues her climb toward the top with “What Is Meant to Be.” Plus, Vintage Smooth turns back the clock with the legendary Patti Austin, the Marquee Artist spotlight features saxophonist Jeff Kashiwa, and Pamela’s Safe Bet looks ahead to “Vertical Horizon” from Carol Albert, currently sitting just outside the countdown at #22. Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown brings you the biggest songs in contemporary jazz, chart movement, artist stories and a little Vegas sparkle every week with host Pamela Black. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Produced by Jason Beatty KUNV Studios Las Vegas Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown August 29th, 202620. Chris Standring — All The Good Times 19. Pieces of a Dream — Heading Out 18. Hubert Eaves IV — She Said Yes 17. Lawson Rollins — Sunset Glow 16. Lin Rountree — Flow feat. Big Mike Hart 15. David Benoit & Jeff Lorber — Boarding Pass 14. Maysa — Street Life feat. JJ Sansaverino 13. Steve Oliver — Dancing In The Sand feat. Peter White 12. Euge Groove — The Phoenix 11. Bob Baldwin — HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip) 10. Adrian Crutchfield — Hypnotic 9. Oli Silk — Yessir! feat. Jeff Ryan 8. Greg Manning — Jolanda feat. Kirk Whalum 7. Jazz Funk Soul — Simpatico 6. Lindsey We...

Nicholas Cole Hits #1 | Smooth Jazz Top 20

Aug 22, 2026 1 hr 54 min

Nicholas Cole hits #1 with “Green Light” on this week's Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black! We're counting down the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America, featuring today's top contemporary jazz artists and the music climbing the national charts. This week's Top 5 features Nicholas Cole, Eric Darius, Mindi Abair, Kayla Waters and Bob Baldwin, with more music from Steve Oliver, Peter White, Ragan Whiteside, Jazz Funk Soul, Adrian Crutchfield, Lawson Rollins, Lindsey Webster, Euge Groove and more. Plus, this week's Vintage Smooth spotlight features legendary percussionist Pete Escovedo with Sy Smith performing “Let's Stay Together.” Recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas and hosted by Pamela Black. Weekend Smooth Jazz CountdownThe 20 smoothest jazz songs of the week. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown August 22nd, 202620 Hubert Eaves IV She Said Yes19 Euge Groove The Phoenix18 Nils Joy And Pain17 Lin Rountree feat. Big Mike Hart Flow16 Maysa feat. JJ Sansaverino Street Life15 Oli Silk feat. Jeff Ryan Yessir!14 Pieces of a Dream Heading Out13 Greg Manning feat. Kirk Whalum Jolanda12 David Benoit & Jeff Lorber Boarding Pass11 Lindsey Webster What Is Meant To Be10 Lawson Rollins Sunset Glow9 Adrian Crutchfield Hypnotic8 Jazz Funk Soul Simpatico7 Ragan Whiteside In Love Reimagined6 Steve Oliver feat. Peter White Dancing In The Sand5 Bob Baldwin HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)4 Kayla Waters Bountiful3 Mindi Abair Falling In Love2 Eric Darius Maputo Nights1 Nicholas Cole Green Light

Steve Oliver Hits #1 with “Dancing in the Sand” | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black

Aug 15, 2026 1 hr 53 min

There’s a brand-new #1 song in America on this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black. Steve Oliver makes a four-spot jump to claim the top of the countdown with “Dancing in the Sand,” featuring Peter White. The Latin-flavored groove leads this week’s 20 smoothest jazz songs, with Bob Baldwin’s “HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)” climbing to #2 and Nicholas Cole’s “Green Light” holding down the #3 position. Also making moves this week are Lawson Rollins, Adrian Crutchfield, Pieces of a Dream, Kayla Waters, Eric Darius, Mindi Abair, David Benoit & Jeff Lorber, Lin Rountree, Ragan Whiteside, Lindsey Webster, Greg Manning, Maysa, Oli Silk, Jazz Funk Soul, Kem, Euge Groove and more. Plus, Pamela turns back the clock for Vintage Smooth with Bobby Lyle’s 1997 track “Aruban Nights,” while guitarist Paul Jackson Jr. steps into the Headlining Artist spotlight with “Can This Be Real.” And keep an ear on this week’s Safe Bet: Herbert Ives IV and “She Said Yes,” a track sitting just outside the Top 20 and looking to make its move. Recorded at the KUNV Studios on the campus of UNLV and produced by Jason Beatty, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown brings you the 20 smoothest jazz songs of the week, with chart data provided by Mediabase. Your playlist. Your countdown. Your host, Pamela Black. Original air date: August 15, 2026. WEEKEND SMOOTH JAZZ COUNTDOWN -August 15th, 2026 20. EUGE GROOVE“THE PHOENIX” 19. KEM“GIVE MY LOVE” F/BONEY JAMES 18. JAZZ FUNK SOUL“SIMPATICO” 17. OLI SILK“YESSIR!” F/JEFF RYAN 16. MAYSA“STREET LIFE” F/JJ SANSAVERINO 15. GREG MANNING“JOLANDA” F/KIRK WHALUM 14. LINDSEY WEBSTER“WHAT IS MEANT TO BE” 13. NILS“JOY AND PAIN” 12. RAGAN WHITESIDE“IN LOVE REIMAGINED” 11. LIN ROUNTREE“FLOW” F/BIG MIKE HART 10. DAVID BENOIT & JEFF LORBER“BOARDING PASS” 9. MINDI ABAIR“FALLING IN LOVE” 8. ERIC DARIUS“MAPUTO NIGHTS” 7. KAYLA WATERS“BOUNTIFUL” 6. PIECES OF A DREAM“HEADING OUT” 5. ADRIAN CRUTCHFIELD“HYPNOTIC” 4. LAWSON ROLLINS“SUNSET GLOW” 3. NICHOLAS COLE“GREEN...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | America's Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs | August 8, 2026

Aug 8, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Originally aired August 8, 2026, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black features the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America, as ranked by MediaBase. From rising chart climbers to established contemporary jazz favorites, this week's countdown highlights the very best in smooth jazz with artist spotlights, exclusive features, and the stories behind today's hottest performers. This episode includes music from Najee & Will Downing, Everett Harp, Lindsey Webster, Maysa, Reagan Whiteside, Eric Darius, Mindy Abair, Nicholas Cole, Steve Oliver, Lawson Rollins, Pieces of a Dream, and many more. Special segments include the Headlining Artist spotlight featuring Walter Chancellor Jr., a Vintage Smooth tribute to the late guitarist Zachary Breaux, and a bonus performance of the jazz standard "Stardust." Holding on to the No. 1 song in America for the second consecutive week is "Hypnotic" by Adrian Crutchfield, while the Safe Bet spotlight features "The Phoenix" by Huge Groove, a powerful return from one of smooth jazz's most accomplished saxophonists. Originally Aired: August 8, 2026 Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown Hosted by Pamela Black Produced by Jason Beatty Chart Data Provided by MediaBase Broadcast from the KUNV Studios at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown August 8th, 2026 RankArtistSong#1 | Adrian Crutchfield | Hypnotic#2 | Pieces of a Dream | Heading Out#3 | Lawson Rollins | Sunset Glow#4 | Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)#5 | Steve Oliver featuring Peter White | Dancing In The Sand#6 | Nicholas Cole | Green Light#7 | Nils | Joy And Pain#8 | Mindi Abair | Falling In Love#9 | Kayla Waters | Bountiful#10 | Eric Darius | Maputo Nights#11 | David Benoit & Jeff Lorber | Boarding Pass#12 | Paul Brown | So Much To Say#13 | Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart | Flow#14 | Kem featuring Boney James | Give My Love#15 | Ragan Whiteside | In Love Reimagined#16 | Maysa featuring JJ Sansaverino | Street Life#17 | Lindsey Webst...

Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week | Adrian Crutchfield Hits No. 1 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – August 1, 2026

Aug 1, 2026 1 hr 51 min

Adrian Crutchfield reaches the No. 1 song in America with "Hypnotic" after a remarkable 10-week climb on this week's Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown. Join host Pamela Black as she counts down the Top 20 smooth jazz songs, featuring music from Lawson Rollins, Pieces of a Dream, Bob Baldwin, Hiroshima, Paul Brown, Steve Oliver, Nicholas Cole, Najee, Kayla Waters, Lindsey Webster, Nathan Mitchell, and many more. Plus, enjoy this week's Vintage Smooth spotlight on Hiroshima, artist trivia, chart movement, and discover tomorrow's biggest smooth jazz hits before they become classics. Produced by Jason Beatty at the KUNV studios, this is your weekly destination for the best in contemporary smooth jazz. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - August 1st, 2026 20. Nathan Mitchell – Summer Time Summer Vibes 19. Lindsey Webster – What Is Meant To Be 18. Maysa feat. JJ Sansaverino – Street Life 17. Ragan Whiteside – In Love Reimagined 16. Kayla Waters – Bountiful 15. Najee feat. Will Downing – Catch A Feelin' 14. Eric Darius – Maputo Nights 13. Skinny Hightower – Red Lights 12. Kem feat. Boney James – Give My Love 11. Lin Rountree feat. Big Mike Hart – Flow 10. David Benoit & Jeff Lorber – Boarding Pass 9. Mindi Abair – Falling In Love 8. Steve Oliver feat. Peter White – Dancing In The Sand 7. Nicholas Cole – Green Light 6. Paul Brown – So Much To Say 5. Bob Baldwin – HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip) 4. Nils – Joy And Pain 3. Pieces of a Dream – Heading Out 2. Lawson Rollins – Sunset Glow 1. Adrian Crutchfield – Hypnotic

Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week | Niels Takes #1 with "Joy and Pain" | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – July 25, 2026

Jul 25, 2026 1 hr 56 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown returns with the Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs in America for the week of July 25, 2026, hosted by Pamela Black and produced by Jason Beatty. This week's show welcomes listeners back after guest host Patrick Lamb, counts down the nation's hottest contemporary jazz hits, and features Niels claiming the #1 spot with "Joy and Pain." Hear music from Adrienne Crutchfield, Lawson Rollins, Pieces of a Dream, Bob Baldwin, David Benoit & Jeff Lorber, Paul Brown, Kim Waters, Kayla Waters, Reagan Whiteside, Eric Darius, Steve Oliver, Nicholas Cole, Mindy Abair, and more. Plus, enjoy artist spotlights, vintage smooth jazz features, and discover the next rising stars in contemporary jazz Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – Top 20 20. Ragan Whiteside – In Love Reimagined 19. Eric Darius – Maputo Nights 18. Maysa featuring JJ Sansaverino – Street Life 17. Kim Waters – Sax You Up 16. Kayla Waters – Bountiful 15. Nicholas Cole – Green Light 14. Nathan Mitchell – Summer Time Summer Vibes 13. Steve Oliver featuring Peter White – Dancing In The Sand 12. Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart – Flow 11. Mindi Abair – Falling In Love 10. Kem featuring Boney James – Give My Love 9. Paul Brown – So Much To Say 8. Najee featuring Will Downing – Catch A Feelin' 7. David Benoit & Jeff Lorber – Boarding Pass 6. Bob Baldwin – HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip) 5. Skinny Hightower – Red Lights 4. Pieces of a Dream – Heading Out 3. Lawson Rollins – Sunset Glow 2. Adrian Crutchfield – Hypnotic 🎵 This Week's #1 Song Nils – Joy And Pain

Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week – Patrick Lamb Guest Hosts | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown (July 18, 2026)

Jul 18, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Join special guest host Patrick Lamb for this week's Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown as we reveal the Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs in America for July 18, 2026. Patrick shares stories behind his music, including Mint Condition and Horizon Line, ahead of his live performance at the Sunset Jazz Series in Las Vegas with Steph Payne. This week's countdown features music from Skinny Hightower, Lawson Rollins, Najee, Adrian Crutchfield, David Benoit & Jeff Lorber, Nathan Mitchell, Bob Baldwin, Nicholas Cole, Kim Waters, Lindsey Webster, Kim Scott, Kayla Waters, Michael Mani, Ollie Silk, and more. #1 Song of the Week: Red Lights – Skinny Hightower Produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV 91.5 Jazz & More in Las Vegas with chart data provided by MediaBase. Listen to the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown every week on radio stations across America or wherever you enjoy podcasts. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown July 18th, 2026 20. Kim Scott – Hide & Seek 19. Kayla Waters – Bountiful 18. Michael Mani – Night Shift 17. Lindsey Webster – What Is Meant To Be 16. Kim Waters – Sax You Up 15. Nicholas Cole – Green Light 14. Steve Oliver featuring Peter White – Dancing In The Sand 13. Mindi Abair – Falling In Love 12. Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart – Flow 11. KEM featuring Boney James – Give My Love 10. Pieces of a Dream – Heading Out 9. Paul Brown – So Much To Say 8. Bob Baldwin – HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip) 7. Nathan Mitchell – Summer Time Summer Vibes 6. David Benoit & Jeff Lorber – Boarding Pass 5. Adrian Crutchfield – Hypnotic 4. Nils – Joy And Pain 3. Najee featuring Will Downing – Catch A Feelin' 2. Lawson Rollins – Sunset Glow 1. Skinny Hightower – Red Lights

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown: Nathan Mitchell Holds No. 1 with Summer Vibes

Jul 11, 2026 1 hr 54 min

Originally aired July 11, 2026. Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs of the week on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown. This episode features contemporary jazz favorites from Nathan Mitchell, Najee featuring Will Downing, Lawson Rollins, Skinny Hightower, David Benoit and Jeff Lorber, Adrian Crutchfield, Nils, Paul Brown, Bob Baldwin, Kem featuring Boney James, Kim Scott, Kim Waters, Adam Hawley, Nicholas Cole, Lin Rountree, Pieces of a Dream, Steve Oliver, Mindi Abair, Lindsey Webster, and Michael Mahoney. Plus, enjoy special spotlight performances from Kindred the Family Soul and Natalie Cole, along with a bonus track from Maysa. Hosted by Pamela Black and produced by Jason Beatty from the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — July 11, 2026 20. Michael Mani — Night Shift19. Lindsey Webster — What Is Meant To Be18. Mindi Abair — Falling In Love17. Steve Oliver — Dancing In The Sand f/P. White16. Pieces of a Dream — Heading Out15. Lin Rountree — Flow f/Big Mike Hart14. Nicholas Cole — Green Light13. Adam Hawley — Electric f/Everette Harp12. Kim Waters — Sax You Up11. Kim Scott — Hide & Seek10. Kem — Give My Love f/Boney James9. Bob Baldwin — HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)8. Paul Brown — So Much To Say7. Nils — Joy And Pain6. Adrian Crutchfield — Hypnotic5. David Benoit & Jeff Lorber — Boarding Pass4. Skinny Hightower — Red Lights3. Lawson Rollins — Sunset Glow2. Najee — Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing1. Nathan Mitchell — Summer Time Summer Vibes

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – July 4, 2026 | Nathan Mitchell Takes #1 with "Summer Time Summer Vibes"

Jul 4, 2026 1 hr 50 min

Celebrate Independence Day weekend with the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, hosted by Pamela Black on 91.5 KUNV. This week's Top 20 features the hottest contemporary smooth jazz songs from artists including Nathan Mitchell, Najee, Lawson Rollins, Skinny Hightower, Paul Brown, Kim Scott, Adam Hawley, David Benoit & Jeff Lorber, Kem, Kim Waters, Adrian Crutchfield, and more. Plus, enjoy this week's Headlining Artist spotlight featuring Philippe Saisse performing Sunny, the Vintage Smooth selection from Marc Antoine, and discover tomorrow's hit with the Safe Bet pick from Reagan Whiteside. Produced by Jason Beatty with chart data from MediaBase, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown is your weekly destination for the best in contemporary smooth jazz. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown July4th, 2026 #20 Mindi Abair – Falling In Love #19 Roberto Restuccia – Smooth Commodity #18 Pieces of a Dream – Heading Out #17 Nicholas Cole – Green Light #16 Michael Mani – Night Shift #15 Lin Rountree – Flow (feat. Big Mike Hart) #14 Blake Aaron – The Upside #13 Kim Waters – Sax You Up #12 Adrian Crutchfield – Hypnotic #11 Bob Baldwin – HEPnotic (Hep Is the New Hip) #10 Kem – Give My Love (feat. Boney James) #9 Nils – Joy And Pain #8 David Benoit & Jeff Lorber – Boarding Pass #7 Adam Hawley – Electric (feat. Everette Harp) #6 Kim Scott – Hide & Seek #5 Paul Brown – So Much To Say #4 Skinny Hightower – Red Lights #3 Lawson Rollins – Sunset Glow #2 Najee – Catch A Feelin' (feat. Will Downing) 🎉 This Week's #1 Song Nathan Mitchell – Summer Time Summer Vibes

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Kim Scott Claims No. 1 | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs | Hosted by Pamela Black

Jun 27, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Welcome to the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, America's definitive weekly countdown of the nation's biggest smooth jazz hits, hosted by Pamela Black and produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV 91.5 Jazz & More in Las Vegas. This week's countdown features today's hottest contemporary jazz artists, including Kim Scott, Nathan Mitchell, Najee, Adam Hawley, Blake Aaron, Lawson Rollins, Skinny Hightower, Neils, Paul Brown, Kim Waters, Marcus Johnson, David Benoit & Jeff Lorber, Michael Mani, Roberto Restuccia, Steve Oliver, and more. Plus, enjoy this week's Headlining Artist, Vintage Smooth, Safe Bet, and discover the songs climbing the charts from coast to coast. Whether you're a longtime smooth jazz fan or discovering the format for the first time, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown delivers the biggest hits, emerging artists, and the stories behind the music every week. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and never miss America's smoothest countdown Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown June 27th, 2026 20. Steve Oliver featuring Peter White – Dancing In The Sand 19. Pieces of a Dream – Heading Out 18. Nicholas Cole – Green Light 17. Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart – Flow 16. Roberto Restuccia – Smooth Commodity 15. Michael Mani – Night Shift 14. Adrian Crutchfield – Hypnotic 13. David Benoit & Jeff Lorber – Boarding Pass 12. Kem featuring Boney James – Give My Love 11. Bob Baldwin – HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip) 10. Kim Waters – Sax You Up 9. Paul Brown – So Much To Say 8. Nils – Joy And Pain 7. Lawson Rollins – Sunset Glow 6. Skinny Hightower – Red Lights 5. Blake Aaron – The Upside 4. Adam Hawley featuring Everette Harp – Electric 3. Najee featuring Will Downing – Catch A Feelin' 2. Nathan Mitchell – Summer Time Summer Vibes 🏆 1. Kim Scott – Hide & Seek

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Blake Aaron Tops the Chart, Adam Hawley, Najee & Pamela Black's Top 20 Smooth Jazz Hits

Jun 20, 2026 1 hr 49 min

Join Pamela Black for another exciting edition of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, the smoothest countdown in America, as we reveal this week's Top 20 contemporary jazz songs based on nationwide airplay. This week's chart features chart-topping performances from Blake Aaron, Adam Hawley, Najee, Will Downing, Kim Scott, Skinny Hightower, Roberto Restuccia, Paul Brown, Kim Waters, Nathan Mitchell, Brian Culbertson, Adrian Crutchfield, and many more. Highlights include Blake Aaron's climb to the number one spot with The Upside, Adam Hawley's continued chart dominance with Electric, and a special Vintage Smooth spotlight featuring Norah Jones and her timeless classic Day Is Done. Plus, Pamela shares artist stories, smooth jazz news, and the nation's hottest tracks from coast to coast. Whether you're a longtime smooth jazz fan or discovering the format for the first time, this countdown delivers the biggest songs, rising stars, and legendary artists shaping today's contemporary jazz landscape. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – Top 20 June 20th, 2026 RankArtistSong#1 | Blake Aaron | The Upside#2 | Adam Hawley f/ Everette Harp | Electric#3 | Najee f/ Will Downing | Catch A Feelin'#4 | Kim Scott | Hide & Seek#5 | Skinny Hightower | Red Lights#6 | Roberto Restuccia | Smooth Commodity#7 | Lawson Rollins | Sunset Glow#8 | Paul Brown | So Much To Say#9 | Kim Waters | Sax You Up#10 | Nathan Mitchell | Summer Time Summer Vibes#11 | Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)#12 | Michael Mani | Night Shift#13 | Kem f/ Boney James | Give My Love#14 | Phylicia Rae | Take Your Time#15 | Brian Culbertson f/ Eric Marienthal | Morning Light#16 | David Benoit & Jeff Lorber | Boarding Pass#17 | Nils | Joy And Pain#18 | Lin Rountree f/ Big Mike Hart | Flow#19 | Michael Broening | Make It Last#20 | Adrian Crutchfield | Hypnotic

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – Roberto Restuccia Claims #1, Adam Hawley Charges Up the Chart & Kim Scott Reaches the Top 3 | June 13, 2026

Jun 13, 2026 1 hr 53 min

This week on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black, the chart is full of movement as the nation's biggest smooth jazz hits battle for position. Roberto Restuccia lands in the winner's circle with "Smooth Commodity" at #1, while Dr. Adam Hawley powers into the #2 spot with "Electric." Kim Scott continues her climb into the Top 3, and strong performances from Blake Aaron, Najee featuring Will Downing, Skinny Hightower, Brian Culbertson, Lawson Rollins, Paul Brown, and more keep the countdown sizzling from start to finish. Plus, discover this week's Featured Artist Spotlight on Judah Sealy, the Vintage Smooth selection honoring the legendary Dexter Wansel, the Safe Bet featuring Pieces of a Dream, and the Not on the List track from Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart. Join Pamela Black as she counts down the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America, powered by nationwide airplay and packed with artist stories, chart movement, and the smoothest soundtrack on radio Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown Week Ending June 13, 2026 RankArtistSong#20 | Norman Brown | Chillax#19 | Nils | Joy And Pain#18 | Gerald Albright | More Than Enough#17 | David Benoit & Jeff Lorber | Boarding Pass#16 | Kem featuring Boney James | Give My Love#15 | Michael Broening | Make It Last#14 | Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)#13 | Kim Waters | Sax You Up#12 | Nathan Mitchell | Summer Time Summer Vibes#11 | Michael Mani | Night Shift#10 | Paul Brown | So Much To Say#9 | Brian Culbertson featuring Eric Marienthal | Morning Light#8 | Lawson Rollins | Sunset Glow#7 | Phylicia Rae | Take Your Time#6 | Skinny Hightower | Red Lights#5 | Najee featuring Will Downing | Catch A Feelin'#4 | Blake Aaron | The Upside#3 | Kim Scott | Hide & Seek#2 | Adam Hawley featuring Everette Harp | Electric🏆 #1 | Roberto Restuccia | Smooth Commodity Not On The List (#21): Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart – Flow Safe Bet (#24): Pieces of a Dream – Heading Out Vintage Smooth: Dexter Wansel – New Beginni...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Phylicia Rae Holds #1 | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs | June 6, 2026

Jun 6, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Join host Pamela Black for this week's Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, featuring the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America based on national radio airplay. This week's chart features music from Phylicia Rae, Roberto Restuccia, Brian Culbertson, Blake Aaron, Adam Hawley, Skinny Hightower, Najee, Kim Scott, Michael Broening, Lawson Rollins, Nathan Mitchell, Gerald Albright, Michael Mani, Kim Waters, Paul Brown, KEM, Norman Brown, David Benoit, Jeff Lorber, and more. Highlights from this episode: 🎷 Phylicia Rae remains at #1 with "Take Your Time" 🎷 Roberto Restuccia holds strong at #2 with "Smooth Commodity" 🎷 Brian Culbertson climbs to #3 with "Morning Light" 🎷 Nathan Mitchell is featured in this week's Artist Spotlight 🎷 Vintage Smooth honors the legendary collaboration of Al Jarreau and Randy Crawford 🎷 Safe Bet pick: Adrian Crutchfield's "Hypnotic" is poised to enter the countdown soon. Produced by Jason Beatty and recorded at the KUNV Studios on the campus of UNLV, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown brings you the nation's most-played smooth jazz songs every week. Subscribe for new countdowns, artist spotlights, interviews, and the latest smooth jazz hits from across America. #SmoothJazz #WeekendSmoothJazzCountdown #PamelaBlack #PhyliciaRae #BrianCulbertson #RobertoRestuccia #SmoothJazzRadio Keywords (25) Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown June 6th, 202620 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors19 NORMAN BROWN Chillax18 DAVID BENOIT & JEFF LORBER Boarding Pass17 KEM Give My Love f/Boney James16 PAUL BROWN So Much To Say15 NATHAN MITCHELL Summer Time Summer Vibes14 BOB BALDWIN HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)13 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough12 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift11 KIM WATERS Sax You Up10 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow9 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last8 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek7 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing6 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights5 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp4 BLAKE AARON The Upside3 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/Eric Marienthal2 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodi...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown May 30 2026 | Phylicia Rae Hits #1 + Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs

May 30, 2026 1 hr 50 min

Welcome to the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black, recorded at 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV Las Vegas — the best smooth jazz station in America. This week’s countdown features the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in the country, powered by national airplay and packed with contemporary jazz favorites, rising hits, and legendary artists shaping the format today. 🎷 This week’s #1 song:Phylicia Rae – “Take Your Time” Also featuring:• Norman Brown – “Chillax”• Roberto Restuccia – “Smooth Commodity”• Michael Broening – “Make It Last”• Brian Culbertson – “Morning Light”• Blake Aaron – “The Upside”• Gerald Albright – “More Than Enough”• Kim Scott – “Hide & Seek”• Adam Hawley – “Electric”• Najee featuring Will Downing – “Catch A Feelin’”• TNR Collective – “Colors”• Cindy Bradley – “Night Flight”• Lawson Rollins – “Sunset Glow”• Skinny Hightower – “Red Lights”• Kem featuring Boney James – “Give My Love” This episode also includes:🎶 Vintage Smooth spotlight featuring Grover Washington Jr.🎶 Artist features and smooth jazz history🎶 National chart movement and trending contemporary jazz hits🎶 Pamela Black’s signature Vegas-inspired presentation style Produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV Studios in Las Vegas, Nevada. Listen on demand and discover why the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown continues to be one of America’s fastest-growing smooth jazz countdown shows. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - May 30th, 2026 20 NORMAN BROWN Chillax19 KEM Give My Love f/Boney James18 BOB BALDWIN HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)17 Summer Time Summer Vibes16 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors15 PAUL BROWN So Much To Say14 KIM WATERS Sax You Up13 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift12 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight11 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow10 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek9 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights8 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough7 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing6 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp5 BLAKE AARON The Upside4 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal3 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last2 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commo...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – Michael Broening Hits #1 | Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright & More

May 23, 2026 1 hr 53 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown returns with the biggest smooth jazz songs in the country, featuring this week’s top contemporary jazz artists, Billboard-charting favorites, and the smoothest grooves on radio. Hosted by Pamela Black on 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America — this nationally syndicated countdown delivers the definitive soundtrack for smooth jazz fans everywhere. This week, keyboardist Michael Broening rises to the #1 spot with “Make It Last,” while Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Roberto Restuccia, Blake Aaron, Cindy Bradley, Kim Scott, Adam Hawley, Norman Brown, and Najee continue dominating smooth jazz playlists nationwide. This episode also features: The Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America Contemporary jazz favorites and rising artists A special Vintage Smooth spotlight featuring Maxwell’s “Ascension” Artist spotlights and stories behind the music Smooth late-night grooves, jazz fusion, soulful melodies, and contemporary jazz instrumentation Featured Artists Include: Michael Broening, Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Roberto Restuccia, Blake Aaron, Adam Hawley, Kim Scott, Najee, Cindy Bradley, Norman Brown, Lawson Rollins, Carol Albert, Skinny Hightower, Michael Mani, Bob Baldwin, KEM, and more. Produced at the KUNV Studios on the campus of UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown May 23rd, 2026 20 KEM Give My Love f/Boney James19 BOB BALDWIN HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)18 NORMAN BROWN Chillax17 PAUL BROWN So Much To Say16 CAROL ALBERT City Walk15 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow14 KIM WATERS Sax You Up13 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift12 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights11 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing10 BLAKE AARON The Upside9 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors8 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp7 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek6 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight5 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough4 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity3 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time2 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal1 MICHAEL BROENING Make...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown May 16, 2026 | Gerald Albright #1, Brian Culbertson, Pamela Black & America’s Smoothest Jazz Hits

May 16, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Experience the smoothest countdown in America with Pamela Black on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown from 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV. This week’s May 16, 2026 edition features Gerald Albright landing at #1 with “More Than Enough,” alongside powerhouse artists including Brian Culbertson, Michael Browning, Felicia Ray, Blake Aaron, Kim Scott, Norman Brown, Lindsay Webster, Paul Brown, and more. Produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV Studios on the campus of UNLV, this nationally syndicated smooth jazz countdown delivers the biggest smooth jazz songs in the country, coast to coast. Discover chart movement, rising favorites, veteran legends, and this week’s Safe Bet, Jimmy B’s “Keep It Moving.” Stream, replay, and stay connected to the definitive groove guide in smooth jazz radio. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown May 16th, 202620 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me19 KEM Give My Love f/Boney James18 PAUL BROWN So Much To Say17 KIM WATERS Sax You Up16 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow15 NORMAN BROWN Chillax14 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift13 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp12 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing11 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights10 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek9 CAROL ALBERT City Walk8 BLAKE AARON The Upside7 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight6 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors5 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time4 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity3 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal2 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last1 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – May 9, 2026 | TNR Collective “Colors” Hits #1 + Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs

May 9, 2026 1 hr 50 min

Experience this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown hosted by Pamela Black and produced by Jason Beatty from 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV, the best smooth jazz station in America. Featuring the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in the country, this week’s chart crowns TNR Collective’s “Colors” at #1, with standout tracks from Carol Albert, Gerald Albright, Brian Culbertson, Michael Broening, Adam Hawley, Blake Aaron, Najee, Lindsey Webster, and more. Powered by national airplay and built for smooth jazz fans, radio affiliates, and contemporary jazz lovers coast to coast Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - May 9th, 2026 20 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me 19 PAUL BROWN So Much To Say 18 WAKANA After Hours 17 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow 16 KIM WATERS Sax You Up 15 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift 14 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek 13 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing 12 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp 11 BLAKE AARON The Upside 10 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights 9 NORMAN BROWN Chillax 8 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time 7 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight 6 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity 5 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last 4 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal 3 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough 2 CAROL ALBERT City Walk 1 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown May 2, 2026 | Carol Albert Takes #1

May 2, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Carol Albert rises to the top this week as “City Walk” claims the #1 spot on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown! Join Pamela Black from the KUNV studios at UNLV as she counts down America’s smoothest jazz tracks, featuring Norman Brown’s “Chillax” at #2, TNR Collective’s “Colors” at #3, Michael Broening, Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Phylicia Rae, Najee, Lindsey Webster and more. This week’s episode delivers chart movement, rising contenders, powerhouse veterans, vintage smooth highlights, and the signature Vegas-style presentation that makes the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown one of the smoothest rides in radio. Powered by national airplay and produced by Jason Beatty in the KUNV Studios - Las Vegas , this is your definitive guide to the biggest smooth jazz songs in America for the week ending May 2, 2026. Subscribe, stream, and stay connected for the best in smooth jazz radio, contemporary jazz hits, jazz music conversations, and America’s smoothest countdown. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - May 2nd, 2026 20 WAKANA After Hours19 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp18 KIM WATERS Sax You Up17 BLAKE AARON The Upside16 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow15 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek14 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott13 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift12 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights11 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me10 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing9 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight8 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity7 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time6 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough5 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal4 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last3 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors2 NORMAN BROWN Chillax1 CAROL ALBERT City Walk

Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week – April 25, 2026 | Smooth Jazz Countdown (Norman Brown, Brian Culbertson & More)

Apr 25, 2026 1 hr 49 min

The Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week, counted down from 20 to 1. Hosted by Pamela Black on the best smooth jazz station in America, 91.5 KUNV Las Vegas. This week’s Smooth Jazz Countdown features the biggest tracks in contemporary jazz, including Norman Brown, Brian Culbertson, Rick Braun, Carol Albert, and more. Powered by national airplay and listener favorites, this is your definitive guide to the smoothest songs in the country right now. From rising artists to chart-topping veterans, discover what’s trending in smooth jazz and where your favorite songs land this week. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just getting into the genre, this weekly countdown delivers the perfect mix of groove, melody, and momentum. 🎷 This Week’s #1 Song: Chillax – Norman Brown 🔥 Featured Artists: Brian Culbertson, TNR Collective, Carol Albert, Gerald Albright, Najee, Kim Waters & more 👉 Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts to stay updated with the Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs every week. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - April 25th, 202620 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek19 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift18 LAWSON ROLLINS Sunset Glow17 ADAM HAWLEY Electric f/Everette Harp16 BLAKE AARON The Upside15 KIM WATERS Sax You Up14 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me13 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights12 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight11 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing10 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity9 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough8 WAKANA After Hours7 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time6 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last5 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott4 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal3 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors2 CAROL ALBERT City Walk1 NORMAN BROWN Chillax

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – April 18, 2026 | Norman Brown, Wakana, Rick Braun | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Hits

Apr 18, 2026 1 hr 56 min

This week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown delivers the 20 smoothest jazz tracks in the country, powered by national airplay and hosted by Pamela Black. Norman Brown takes the #1 spot with “Chillax,” followed by standout performances from Wakana, Rick Braun, Brian Culbertson, and Gerald Albright. This episode features rising momentum, chart climbers, and signature artists shaping today’s smooth jazz sound. From groove-driven instrumentals to soulful vocals, the countdown captures the pulse of contemporary jazz coast to coast. Recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV—the best smooth jazz station in America—this week’s show also includes a bonus track and spotlight features highlighting legendary artists and emerging talent. Listen, discover new favorites, and stay connected to the smoothest jazz music show on the air Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - April 18th, 202620 MICHAEL MANI Night Shift19 BLAKE AARON The Upside18 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede17 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique16 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place15 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights14 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing13 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight12 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity11 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time10 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me9 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy8 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last7 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors6 CAROL ALBERT City Walk5 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough4 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal3 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott2 WAKANA After Hours1 NORMAN BROWN Chillax

Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown April 11 2026 | Wakana Hits #1 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown

Apr 11, 2026 1 hr 52 min

This week on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, we’re breaking down the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America, powered by national airplay and hosted by Pamela Black. From rising stars to established legends, this chart delivers the definitive groove guide for smooth jazz fans coast to coast. Wakana takes the number one spot with “After Hours,” marking a major moment for the international saxophonist, while Jeff Ryan, Rick Braun, and Norman Brown hold strong in the top tier. You’ll also hear standout performances from Najee, Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Cindy Bradley, and more as the countdown moves through a dynamic and competitive week. Plus, this episode features spotlight segments, artist backstories, and a featured throwback from WAR, blending classic influences with today’s contemporary jazz sound. Whether you're discovering new favorites or tracking chart movement, this is your weekly destination for smooth jazz. Produced at KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, this is the smoothest countdown in America. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown April 11th 2026 20 KIM SCOTT Hide & Seek19 GREG MANNING Remember The Time18 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique17 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place16 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights15 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight14 NAJEE Catch A Feelin' f/Will Downing13 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time12 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede11 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity10 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors9 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me8 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last7 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough6 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal5 CAROL ALBERT City Walk4 NORMAN BROWN Chillax3 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott2 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy1 WAKANA After Hours

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown April 4, 2026 | Jeff Ryan, Wakana, Norman Brown

Apr 4, 2026 1 hr 51 min

Live music conversations and interviews meet the smoothest sounds in America on this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, hosted by Pamela Black and produced at the KUNV studios in Las Vegas. This episode features the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in the country based on national airplay, including Jeff Ryan at #1 with “Speakeasy,” Wakana’s “After Hours,” and Norman Brown’s “Chillax.” From rising stars to established legends, this music interview podcast-style countdown delivers the definitive groove guide for smooth jazz fans everywhere. Stream the full countdown, discover new artists, and experience the best in live music talk show energy—all in one place. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to the format, this episode captures the pulse of today’s smooth jazz scene. 🎧 Available as a commercial-free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown April 4th 2026 20 SKINNY HIGHTOWER Red Lights19 GREGORY GOODLOE Unlimited18 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity17 PHYLICIA RAE Take Your Time16 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place15 GREG MANNING Remember The Time14 3RD FORCE Onward And Upward f/L. Rollins13 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique12 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight11 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last10 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors9 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough8 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me7 CAROL ALBERT City Walk6 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal5 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede4 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott3 NORMAN BROWN Chillax2 WAKANA After Hours1 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown Top 20 – March 28 2026 | Blair Bryant, Jeff Ryan, Wakana, Norman Brown

Mar 28, 2026 1 hr 56 min

Experience the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, featuring the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America for the week of March 28, 2026, hosted by Pamela Black and produced at 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America. This week’s chart is led by Blair Bryant’s “Silk and Suede” holding the #1 spot, with standout performances from Jeff Ryan, Wakana, Norman Brown, Lindsay Webster, Brian Culbertson, and Greg Manning. The countdown highlights the biggest smooth jazz hits based on national airplay, bringing you the definitive groove guide coast to coast. 🎷 Featured artists this week include: Blair Bryant, Jeff Ryan, Wakana, Rick Braun, Third Force, Ray Obiedo, Lindsay Webster, Brian Culbertson, Norman Brown, Gerald Albright, Greg Manning, Brian Simpson, Carol Albert, TNR Collective, Gregory Goodloe, Deepak Thettu, Roberto Restuccia, Cindy Bradley and more. 📻 Listen weekly on-air or stream the commercial-free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube. 🔥 Discover new music, relive your favorites, and stay connected to the world of smooth jazz. Produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV Studios, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.Chart data provided by Mediabase Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown March 28th, 2026 20 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight19 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love18 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA Smooth Commodity17 GREGORY GOODLOE Unlimited16 DEEPAK THETTU Make Me Wanna15 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors14 CAROL ALBERT City Walk13 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last12 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique11 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough10 GREG MANNING Remember The Time9 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place8 NORMAN BROWN Chillax7 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal6 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me5 3RD FORCE Onward And Upward f/L. Rollins4 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott3 WAKANA After Hours2 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy1 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | March 21, 2026 | Blair Bryant, Jeff Ryan, Rick Braun

Mar 21, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – March 21, 2026 edition featuring the top smooth jazz songs in America based on national airplay. This week’s chart includes standout tracks from Blair Bryant, Jeff Ryan, Rick Braun, Norman Brown, Lindsay Webster, Brian Culbertson, and more. From rising artists to established smooth jazz legends, this episode delivers a full breakdown of the Top 20 smooth jazz songs shaping the format right now. Listen to the full countdown, discover new music, and stay connected to the sound of contemporary jazz radio. 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, and more. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, March 21st, 2026 20 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight19 NELSON RANGELL The Road Home18 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough17 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last16 GREG MANNING Remember The Time15 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors14 CAROL ALBERT City Walk13 GREGORY GOODLOE Unlimited12 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique11 NORMAN BROWN Chillax10 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place9 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love8 DEEPAK THETTU Make Me Wanna7 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me6 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal5 3RD FORCE Onward And Upward f/L. Rollins4 WAKANA After Hours3 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott2 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy1 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede #SmoothJazz #JazzCountdown #BlairBryant #JeffRyan #RickBraun

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs of the Week | Pamela Black | March 14, 2026

Mar 14, 2026 1 hr 56 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black delivers the Top 20 Smooth Jazz songs in America, based on national radio airplay from stations coast to coast. Recorded at 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America, this week’s countdown features chart movement, rising stars, and legendary artists shaping today’s contemporary jazz sound. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown -… This episode includes standout tracks and chart climbers from Cindy Bradley, Gerald Albright, Norman Brown, Greg Manning, Brian Culbertson, Rick Braun, Althea Rene, Blair Bryant, Lindsay Webster, and Third Force, whose single “Onward and Upward” lands at #1 this week. Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown -… Host Pamela Black guides listeners through the smoothest music on radio today with artist stories, chart insights, and the grooves defining modern smooth jazz. From saxophone powerhouses to guitar legends and rising contemporary jazz artists, this show highlights the songs dominating smooth jazz radio playlists nationwide. 🎷 FEATURED SEGMENTS THIS WEEK • National Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown • Artist spotlights and chart climbers • Vintage Smooth Jazz feature • Rising artists to watch on smooth jazz radio If you love smooth jazz radio, contemporary jazz, jazz guitar, saxophone grooves, and modern jazz playlists, this weekly countdown is your definitive guide to the genre. 🎧 Listen to the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube.Produced by Jason Beatty in the KUNV Studios - Las Vegas Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - March 14th 202620 CINDY BRADLEY Night Flight19 MICHAEL BROENING Make It Last18 TNR COLLECTIVE Colors17 GERALD ALBRIGHT More Than Enough16 NORMAN BROWN Chillax15 CARL COX Philly Strut14 NELSON RANGELL The Road Home13 GREG MANNING Remember The Time12 GREGORY GOODLOE Unlimited11 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique10 DEEPAK THETTU Make Me Wanna9 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy8 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me7 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – March 7, 2026 | Althea Rene “Synergy” #1 | Byron Miller, Rick Braun, Brian Culbertson, Jeff Ryan

Mar 7, 2026 1 hr 52 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black delivers the smoothest songs in America, broadcasting from the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV in Las Vegas. This week’s chart showcases major moves across the smooth jazz airplay landscape, counting down the Top 20 Smooth Jazz songs in the country based on national radio airplay. Rising to the #1 spot this week is flutist Althea Rene featuring Jordan Love with “Synergy,” a track blending contemporary jazz, gospel soul, and R&B influences. Close behind are Byron Miller’s “Anytime, Anyplace” at #2 and Third Force with “Onward and Upward” at #3, while Rick Braun, Deepak Thettu, Jeff Ryan, Wakana, Mindy Abair, and Brian Simpson continue climbing the chart. This episode also features standout tracks from Brian Culbertson, Greg Manning, Vincent Ingala, Lindsay Webster, Julian Vaughn, Nelson Rangell, Gregory Goodloe, and Carl Cox, plus a Vintage Smooth spotlight on Mark Antoine and a preview of rising momentum from Michael Broening. From the neon lights of Las Vegas to smooth jazz stations across the country, Pamela Black guides listeners through the week’s biggest smooth jazz hits, artist stories, and chart movement. Produced by Jason Beatty at KUNV 91.5 Jazz & More in Las Vegas Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown for March 7th 2026 20 CARL COX Philly Strut19 GREGORY GOODLOE Unlimited18 NELSON RANGELL The Road Home17 JULIAN VAUGHN Follow Me16 RICHARD ELLIOT Driftin'15 GREG MANNING Remember The Time14 JORDAN LOVE Starstruck13 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal12 VINCENT INGALA That Familiar Feeling11 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me10 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique9 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede8 WAKANA After Hours7 MINDI ABAIR Nouveau Soul6 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy5 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott4 DEEPAK THETTU Make Me Wanna3 3RD FORCE Onward And Upward f/L. Rollins2 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place1 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Byron Miller #1 | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs | Feb 28, 2026 | Pamela Black

Feb 28, 2026 1 hr 54 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown returns with the smoothest grooves in America, recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV and hosted by Pamela Black. This week’s chart features notable climbs, strong debuts, and familiar favorites holding their ground as we count down the Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs in the U.S. based on national airplay. Landing at #1 this week is Byron Miller with Any Time Any Place. The countdown also features major moves from Althea Rene, 3rd Force, Mindy Abair, Vincent Ingala, Rick Braun, and more of the biggest names in contemporary smooth jazz. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the smoothest countdown in America This Week’s Smooth Jazz Top 20 20 CARL COX Philly Strut19 GREGORY GOODLOE Unlimited18 BRIAN CULBERTSON Morning Light f/E. Marienthal17 JORDAN LOVE Starstruck16 NELSON RANGELL The Road Home15 WAKANA After Hours14 LINDSEY WEBSTER Music In Me13 KAYLA WATERS Lush12 BRIAN SIMPSON Blue Mystique11 BLAIR BRYANT Silk And Suede10 JULIAN VAUGHN Follow Me9 RICHARD ELLIOT Driftin'8 RICK BRAUN Give It All You Got f/T. Scott7 JEFF RYAN Speakeasy6 DEEPAK THETTU Make Me Wanna5 VINCENT INGALA That Familiar Feeling4 MINDI ABAIR Nouveau Soul3 3RD FORCE Onward And Upward f/L. Rollins2 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love1 BYRON MILLER Any Time Any Place

Byron Miller Hits #1 with “Anytime, Anyplace” | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – February 21, 2026

Feb 21, 2026 1 hr 54 min

This week on The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, Byron Miller lands at #1 with his smooth and soulful rendition of “Anytime, Anyplace.” The Detroit-born bassist, known to many as “Psycho Bass,” brings Motown roots and decades of groove to the top of the chart. Hosted by Pamela Black and recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, this national smooth jazz radio countdown features the Top 20 songs in America based on Mediabase airplay data Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown -… This week’s chart also features standout performances from Mindy Abair, Althea Renee, Julian Vaughn, Richard Elliot, Kayla Waters, Vincent Ingala, Blair Bryant, Ryan La Valette, Brian Simpson, Greg Manning, and more. From Vegas lights to coast-to-coast grooves, this episode delivers polished sax lines, soulful bass, chart-climbing guitar, and contemporary jazz excellence. Whether you're a longtime listener or discovering the format for the first time, this is your definitive groove guide to the nation’s biggest smooth jazz tracks. 🎷 Produced by Jason Beatty 📊 Chart data provided by Mediabase 📍 Recorded at 91.5 KUNV Las Vegas

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – Kayla Waters Hits #1 with “Lush” | Vincent Ingala, Mindy Abair, Third Force & More | February 14, 2026

Feb 14, 2026 1 hr 52 min

The smoothest countdown in America is back with another powerhouse edition of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV and hosted by Pamela Black. This week’s chart reflects serious momentum across the format, with strong climbs, steady holds, and breakout moves from some of the biggest names in contemporary jazz. Landing at Number One once again is keyboardist Kayla Waters with the chart-topping hit “Lush.” Raised in Los Angeles and classically trained at Howard University, Waters continues her Billboard dominance with a sound rooted in jazz, fusion, and soul. At Number Two, saxophonist Vincent Ingala surges with “That Familiar Feeling,” while Grammy-recognized powerhouse Mindy Abair holds strong at Number Three with “Nouveau Soul.” The Top 10 also features: Third Force with “Onward and Upward”Regina Whiteside and her four-week groove “Fancy Footwork”Rick Braun delivering “Give It All You Got”Jeff Ryan, Althea Renee, Julian Vaughn, and moreThis week’s Headlining Artist spotlight shines on trumpeter Lynn Roundtree, while the Vintage Smooth feature celebrates the feel-good jazz-funk legacy of Fatburger with their upbeat rendition of “Groovin’.” You’ll also hear chart movement from: Jordan Love, Blair Bryant, Nicholas Cole, Paul Taylor, Brian Simpson, Ryan LaValette, Dr. Adam Hawley, Deepak Thettu, Byron Miller, Richard Elliot, and more. Chart data provided by Mediabase. Produced by Jason Beatty. Whether you’re discovering new contemporary jazz or tracking the biggest smooth jazz songs in America, this is your definitive groove guide. 🎶 Subscribe, stream, and stay connected. 📍 Follow Pamela Black on Instagram at @PamelasPlace 📍 Produced at 91.5 Jazz & More, Las Vegas Your playlist. Your countdown. Your smooth jazz authority.

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week | Pamela Black | February 7, 2026

Feb 7, 2026 1 hr 52 min

Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, this edition of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown delivers the definitive ranking of the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America, based on nationwide radio airplay. Hosted by Pamela Black, the countdown captures the momentum of contemporary jazz as familiar favorites hold strong, rising artists make bold moves, and new grooves settle comfortably into rotation. This week’s chart reflects a vibrant cross-section of the smooth jazz landscape, featuring standout performances from Kayla Waters, who lands at number one with “Lush,” alongside powerhouse artists including Richard Elliot, Mindi Abair, Adam Hawley, Vincent Ingala, Althea Rene, Nicholas Cole, Brian Simpson, Julian Vaughn, Paul Taylor, and Rick Braun. The countdown also highlights global influences, from New Zealand-based multi-instrumentalist Brian LaValette to Brazilian jazz icon Eliane Elias, showcasing the genre’s international reach. Throughout the show, listeners are guided through rich artist backstories, chart movement insights, and the musical journeys that shape each track — blending smooth jazz, R&B, soul, funk, and contemporary production into a seamless listening experience. From rising stars to genre-defining veterans, this countdown serves as a weekly snapshot of what’s connecting with audiences coast to coast. Produced by Jason Beatty, with chart data provided by Mediabase, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown remains a trusted source for fans, programmers, and artists alike. Whether you’re discovering new favorites, following chart trends, or simply settling in for two hours of refined grooves, this episode delivers the soundtrack for smooth jazz listeners everywhere.

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs This Week (Jan 31, 2026)

Jan 31, 2026 1 hr 54 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown returns with the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in the nation, ranked by AirPlay from stations coast to coast. Hosted by Pamela Black, this week’s chart features major movers, standout debuts, and familiar favorites from artists including Brian Simpson, Rick Braun, Althea Rene, Marcus Miller, Marion Meadows, Paul Taylor, and more. From contemporary grooves to timeless melodies, this is the definitive weekly guide to what’s trending in smooth jazz radio.

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – January 24, 2026 | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs with Pamela Black

Jan 24, 2026 1 hr 52 min

This week on the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black guides listeners through the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America, based on nationwide radio airplay. Broadcasting from the KU NV studios on the campus of UNLV, this January 24, 2026 edition captures the momentum of the new year as chart favorites hold strong, new contenders rise, and standout tracks make big moves. The countdown features a powerful mix of contemporary jazz icons and emerging voices, including Boney James, Paul Taylor, Chris Standring, Kayla Waters, Adam Hawley, and Richard Elliot. This week’s Number One song belongs to bassist Julian Vaughn, whose track “Follow Me” claims the top spot after a strong climb. The show also spotlights rising artists, notable chart climbers, and a special “Vintage Smooth” moment celebrating the timeless voice of Natalie Cole. Produced by Jason Beatty, with chart data provided by Mediabase, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown remains the definitive weekly guide to what’s trending in smooth jazz across the country. Whether you’re listening live on the radio or catching up on demand, this episode delivers a curated, coast-to-coast snapshot of the genre’s biggest songs, brightest artists, and smoothest grooves.

Nicholas Cole Tops the Chart + Biggest Climbers of the Week | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 1 hr 54 min

Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, this episode of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black delivers the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America, based on nationwide airplay. The January 17, 2026 countdown features major chart movement, standout climbers, and a powerful mix of familiar favorites and rising contemporary jazz voices. The episode builds momentum through the Top 20 and culminates with Nicholas Cole’s “Shine” claiming the #1 spot, blending smooth jazz, gospel, and R&B influences into one of the week’s most uplifting tracks. Listeners also hear music from genre staples and modern chart forces including Boney James, Paul Taylor, Marion Meadows, Kayla Waters, Adam Hawley, Mindy Abair, Vincent Ingala, Richard Elliot, Brian Simpson, and more — showcasing the full spectrum of contemporary smooth jazz. With polished hosting, artist storytelling, and coast-to-coast chart data provided by Mediabase, this episode captures the sound, momentum, and community that define smooth jazz radio today

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown | Top 20 Smooth Jazz Songs of the Week – January 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Welcome to the first Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown of 2026, broadcasting from the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV and heard coast to coast. Hosted by Pamela Black, this nationally syndicated countdown delivers the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America, ranked by verified airplay data from stations across the country. This week’s show sets the tone for a brand-new year with a mix of chart climbers, longtime favorites, and fresh releases shaping the sound of contemporary jazz right now. From guitar-driven grooves and soulful saxophone melodies to elegant keyboard work and modern jazz fusion, every song reflects the depth, diversity, and evolution of smooth jazz radio. Listeners will hear standout tracks from genre icons and chart-topping artists including Boney James, Kirk Whalum, Gerald Albright, Wayman Tisdale, Roy Ayers, Mindy Abair, Paul Taylor, Marion Meadows, Nicholas Cole, and Ryan LaValette, who claims the #1 spot this week. The countdown also highlights rising voices and independent artists making waves on Smooth Jazz Radio, proving that the genre continues to grow and thrive in 2026. In addition to the weekly Top 20, this episode features artist spotlights, engaging storytelling, and the signature pacing that makes the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown a favorite for listeners, affiliates, and programmers alike. Whether you’re tuning in on the radio, streaming online, or catching up via podcast, this show delivers a polished, professional, and relaxing listening experience designed for smooth jazz fans everywhere. Produced by Jason Beatty with chart data provided by Mediabase, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown remains your definitive guide to the biggest songs in smooth jazz—every week, all year long.

The Number Ones of 2025, Part 2 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown

Dec 27, 2025 1 hr 53 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown continues its year-end celebration with The Number Ones of 2025, Part 2 — the high-stakes finale counting down the Top 20 songs of the year, including the longest-running #1 smooth jazz hits of 2025. Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus, host Pamela Black takes listeners deeper into the countdown, ranking every chart-topping song by how long it held the number one spot. This second installment spotlights the tracks that didn’t just reach the summit — they stayed there, defining the sound of smooth jazz throughout the year. In this episode, you’ll hear: The Top 20 smooth jazz #1s of 2025, including multi-week chart championsPerformances by genre leaders such as Najee, Gerald Albright, Norman Brown, Brian Culbertson, Mindi Abair, Marion Meadows, Adrian Crutchfield, and moreThe Top 5 “Not on the List” artists, honoring standout releases that made a major impact just outside the countdownRich storytelling that ties each #1 song to the cultural moments, seasons, and moods of 2025From high-energy festival anthems to soulful saxophone classics, Part 2 captures the music that ruled the charts and shaped the smooth jazz landscape in 2025 — culminating with the longest-running #1 song of the year. If you missed it, be sure to catch Part 1, featuring songs #35–21, and experience the complete two-part journey through the year’s biggest smooth jazz moments. Your playlist. Your countdown. Where smooth jazz pays out big.

The Number Ones of 2025, Part 1 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown

Dec 20, 2025 1 hr 52 min

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown kicks off a special two-part year-end celebration with The Number Ones of 2025, Part 1 — a coast-to-coast journey through every song that reached #1 on the Smooth Jazz charts this year. Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus, host Pamela Black begins the countdown at #35 and works up to #21, ranking each track by how long it held the top spot. This first installment focuses on the single-week chart toppers — the songs that defined moments, seasons, and moods throughout 2025. Along the way, the show features: Chart-topping smooth jazz from artists like Norman Brown, Boney James, Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum, Nicholas Cole, Special EFX, and more“Not on the List” spotlights honoring standout releases that made an impact just outside the countdownPam’s Honorable Mentions, highlighting personal favorites and artists who stayed in the mix all year longRich storytelling that connects each #1 song to the time of year it ruled the chartsFrom warm guitar grooves and soulful sax melodies to contemporary jazz collaborations, Part 1 sets the stage for the biggest smooth jazz moments of 2025. Be sure to join us next week for Part 2, where we count down the Top 20, reveal the multi-week #1 champions, and spotlight the artists who truly dominated the year. Your playlist. Your countdown. The smoothest journey in jazz.

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — December 13, 2025

Dec 13, 2025 1 hr 51 min

In this week’s episode of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black guides listeners through the 20 smoothest contemporary jazz tracks in the nation, broadcasting from the KU NV studios on the campus of UNLV. This holiday edition features powerful chart movement, standout new releases, and beloved favorites, all curated from Mediabase airplay across smooth jazz stations coast to coast. The countdown opens with flutist Althea René, followed by strong entries from Paul Taylor, Nathan Mitchell, and Dave Koz & Summer Horns, plus fresh spins from Najee, Brian Simpson, Nicholas Cole, Kayla Waters, Chris Standring, and the ever-inspiring Mindi Abair. Mid-show, Pamela highlights rising artists like Adrian Crutchfield, Quentin Gerard W., and multi-instrumentalist Ryan La Valette, whose “London Nights” earns the No. 2 spot this week. The Vintage Smooth Spotlight rewinds the groove to 1975 with the iconic trumpeter Donald Byrd and his classic “Think Twice,” a timeless blend of jazz, funk, and soul. This week’s Headliner Feature showcases Chicago saxophonist Andre Ward, whose smooth reinterpretation of Musiq Soulchild’s “Just Friends” delivers style, soul, and undeniable Vegas swagger. The countdown culminates with the No. 1 song of the week: Boney James rises three spots to claim the top position with “The Bounce,” proving once again why he remains one of contemporary jazz’s most influential and enduring voices. Pamela wraps the episode with gratitude for listeners nationwide, plus a bonus spotlight on guitarist Deepak B2, whose “Make Me Wanna” lands at No. 24 and promises big things in the coming year. Whether you're tuning in for holiday vibes, top-tier musicianship, or the nation’s definitive smooth jazz chart, this week’s Countdown delivers nothing but warm tones, uplifting grooves, and undeniable smoothness. 20 ALTHEA RENE Synergy f/Jordan Love19 PAUL TAYLOR It's A Brand New Day18 NATHAN MITCHELL Feel The Heat17 DAVE KOZ & SUMMER HORNS Vehicle16 NAJEE Sal...

The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black – December 6, 2025

Dec 6, 2025 1 hr 55 min

Step inside another high-roller edition of The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black, recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV. This week’s show delivers the 20 smoothest contemporary jazz hits in the country, featuring big chart movers, new debuts, and the artists shaping today’s Smooth Jazz sound. From legendary icons to rising stars, Pamela brings her signature mix of storytelling, artist insights, and Las Vegas flair as we break down this week’s Top 20. This episode features chart-topping tracks from Gerald Albright, Paul Taylor, Kayla Waters, Adam Hawley, Nathan Mitchell, Julian Vaughn, Mindy Abair, Nicholas Cole, Chris Standring, Quentin Gerard W., Adrian Crutchfield, and more—plus a vintage smooth spotlight on Richard Elliot with his powerhouse 2009 take on Curtis Mayfield’s “Move On Up.” As we climb into the Top 5, Pamela highlights major contemporary jazz players including Jazz Funk & Soul, Boney James, Blake Aaron, and global multi-instrumentalist Ryan La Valette, all leading up to this week’s #1 song: “Just Doing Me” by saxophonist Marion Meadows, fresh off a breakout chart run and now holding the top of the deck. The show also features commentary on touring artists, chart history, Billboard hits, and Vegas jazz culture—plus a special closing spotlight on flutist Althea René, whose new single “Synergy” is rising fast and poised to crack the countdown soon. Whether you love Smooth Jazz saxophone, contemporary jazz guitar, modern keyboard grooves, or the stories behind the artists, this week’s countdown is packed with essential listening. Discover new music, revisit favorites, and stay plugged into the heartbeat of the smooth jazz scene with Pamela Black—your host, your guide, and your Vegas connection to the sound of today. Produced in the KUNV / UNLV Studios by Jason Beatty. Support The Show - Donate to KUNV - https://tinyurl.com/SupportSmooth The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black – December 6, 202520 GERALD ALBRIGHT Livi...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 29th, 2025

Nov 29, 2025 1 hr 54 min

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black – November 29, 2025 Support the show this GIVING TUESDAY - https://tinyurl.com/SupportSmooth Get ready for another smooth and soulful ride as Pamela Black counts down the Top 20 Smooth Jazz tracks in America on this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, recorded from the KU NV Studios on the campus of UNLV. This episode is packed with chart-climbing hits, award-nominated artists, holiday favorites, and deep-groove storytelling straight from today’s biggest names in contemporary jazz. This week, Pamela highlights rising stars and veteran hitmakers including Roberto Restuccia, Paul Taylor, Adam Hawley, Lisa Addeo, Mindy Abair, Julian Vaughn, Nathan Mitchell, Naji, Quentin Gerard W, Boney James, Chris Standring, Jazz Funk & Soul, Adrian Crutchfield, Ryan La Vallette, Marion Meadows, and many more. Listeners will also enjoy a seasonal classic—“Baby, It’s Cold Outside” by Vanessa Williams and Bobby Caldwell—plus a nostalgic visit to Vintage Smooth featuring Vince Guaraldi’s timeless holiday tune “Christmas Is Coming.” As the countdown moves into the top 10, Pamela spotlights breakout artists, Grammy-nominated performers, and saxophonists and guitarists dominating the Billboard and MediaBase smooth jazz charts. This week’s #1 spot belongs to guitarist Blake Aaron with his chart-topping hit “Dare to Fly.” You’ll also hear: A special reminder about Giving Tuesday and how listeners can support 91.5 Jazz & MoreThe exclusive Safe Bet pick of the week from Smooth Jazz AlleyArtist backstories, studio trivia, touring highlights, and nomination spotlights for Best Artist and Breakout Artist of the YearWhether you're listening from the Strip or from across the country, Pamela sets the perfect mood with a mix of storytelling, artist insight, and the smoothest grooves of the week. 20 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA De Nada19 PAUL TAYLOR It's A Brand New Day18 ADAM HAWLEY RollerSk817 LISA ADDEO Lipstick And Moonlight16 MINDI ABAIR Nouveau Soul15 JULIA...

Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 22nd, 2025

Nov 22, 2025 1 hr 54 min

In this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black delivers another smooth and sophisticated journey through the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America, based on real nationwide airplay. Recorded at the KUNV studios in Las Vegas, this episode blends new chart movers, rising stars, veteran powerhouses, and exclusive artist spotlights—all curated to set the perfect mood wherever you listen. We kick things off with Julian Vaughn, followed by fresh grooves from Brian Culbertson, Marcus Miller, Sheila E, and breakout guitarist Roberto Restrepo. The countdown also features standout tracks from James PJ Spraggins, Mindy Abair, Nicholas Cole, Lisa Addeo, Nathan Mitchell, and smooth jazz favorite Paul Taylor, who continues edging closer to the Top 20. The Top 10 heats up with chart-topping legends including Najee, Chris Standring, Boney James, Kirk Whalum, Ryan LaValette, Quentin Gerard W, Marion Meadows, and the powerhouse trio Jazz Funk & Soul. Guitarist Blake Aaron holds strong at #2 for another week. And finally, your #1 smooth jazz song in the nation is once again “So Good” by saxophonist Adrian Crutchfield—a track fueled by his unforgettable early moment on stage with Kenny G and a career shaped alongside icons like Prince, Lionel Richie, and Dave Koz. This episode also features a special Vintage Smooth Spotlight, highlighting the iconic 1993 release “Pieces of a Dream” by Incognito featuring Maysa Leak, plus a bonus spin of Adam Hawley’s rising single “Roller Skate,” currently sitting just outside the Top 20. Whether you're a longtime smooth jazz fan or discovering new contemporary jazz favorites, this week’s countdown is loaded with soulful sax, guitar brilliance, and groove-rich energy from coast to coast. Support The ShowVote for KUNV - https://tinyurl.com/VOTEKUNVDonate to KUNV - https://tinyurl.com/SupportSmooth 20 JULIAN VAUGHN Follow Me19 BRIAN CULBERTSON On The Road f/Miller/Sheila E18 ROBERTO RESTUCCIA De Nada17 PJ SPRAGGINS High Five f/Oli Silk16 M...

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Smooth Jazz Top 20: Walter Beasley Hits #1 with “65 Bounce” | Nov. 7, 2026

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Created by: KUNV
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 7, 2026
Episodes: 142
Release period: Weekly
Avg. episode length: 1 hr 52 min
Explicit: No
Language: English

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