The general problem with smooth jazz isn't the smoothness--it's the lack of focus. With Jessy J's latest, we get to have the sateen textures and legit melodies, too. The sturdy, often Latin-touched structures are also draped with deeply satisfying vocal and keyboard lines.
The Peak Records debut from Latin / Pop / Jazz sax player Jessy J, Tequila Moon’ brings Jessy J’s fresh and inspired energy with vibrant exotic twists to the contemporary jazz world. Produced by smooth jazz icon Paul Brown, the album features performances by some of L.A.’s most renowned musicians: keyboardist Gregg Karukas, bassist Roberto Vally; and drummers Oscar Seaton, Dave Beyer and Sergio Gonzalez.