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SmoothJazz.com: ". . . one of the most respected and loved sax men in Smooth Jazz, and it's absolutely his best album to date! Tom Braxton is a treasure, both as a musician and as a human being . . . ENDLESS HIGHWAY is filled with that 'sweet sound' and positive energy we've come to expect from this incredibly talented composer, producer, and musician. It's an absolute delight, from first note to last . . . a must-have album for your Smooth Jazz collection." The Smooth Jazz Ride: "Endless Highway . . . is packed with superior sax work that epitomizes the very essence and spirit of smooth jazz. Braxton has an affinity for the whole spectrum of jazz . . . some of the silky runs, scale work, and feel often found in the world of straight-ahead jazz artists while keeping that smooth bounce prominently displayed. Tom Braxton . . . clearly is a student of the 'fine china' of good jazz, and it's on full display here." |
Click here to read excerpts of Tom Braxton's cover story in Smooth Jazz News magazine
February 2010
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Performing with Toby Keith at OU-Texas Game Honoring Wayman Tisdale (with photos). Read blog. Also, See videos of the National Anthem and halftime performances on the Media page.
Tom Braxton to Perform with Toby Keith
On Saturday, February 6, Tom Braxton will perform with country music star Toby Keith at the University of Oklahoma's tribute to Wayman Tisdale during half-time of the Oklahoma vs. Texas NCAA men's basketball game. Tom and his band will join Toby in performing "Cryin' For Me (Wayman's Song)." The song was written by Toby in memory of Wayman, the Oklahoma Sooner's all-time leading scorer and rebounder and a successful contemporary jazz bassist, who passed away last May from cancer at the age of 44. Tom will also play the National Anthem and perform during the Pre-Game Show. The game starts at 3:00 p.m. at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK and will be televised on ESPN (check your TV listings). For tickets and more information, click here.
Tom Braxton to Play National Anthem at NCAA Basketball Game
Tom Braxton will play the National Anthem at the Oklahoma vs. Texas NCAA men's basketball game on Saturday, February 6, at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK. The game starts at 3:00 p.m. and will be televised on ESPN (check your TV listings). Tom will also perform during the Pre-Game Show at 1:30 p.m. The University of Oklahoma will be remembering Sooner legend Wayman Tisdale during the game. For tickets and more information, click here.
January 2010
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Great Time on the Smooth Jazz Cruise (with photos). Read >>
December 2009
Endless Highway on Capital Jazz Radio's 2009 Top 10 List
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Endless Highway CD Review ~ All About Jazz
By Jerry D'Souza. Saxophonist Tom Braxton's music has been called "smooth jazz," which is somewhat unfortunate. Yes, he is a smooth jazz artist, but he also has the foresight to assimilate soul, funk and R&B into his compositions. In melding these forms he adds snap, crackle and drive, making the journey on his Endless Highway a highly enjoyable experience. Full Review >>
JazzReview.com Calls Tom Braxton "A Beacon of Light"
Susan Frances recently interviewed Tom Braxton for JazzReview.com. She writes, "Smooth jazz saxophonist Tom Braxton would be the last person on earth to describe himself as a beacon of light, but anyone who listened to his latest CD, Endless Highway, would give him the title without debate." Tom discusses his inspiration for Endless Highway, creating positive new music, the recording and production process and much more. Read Interview >>
November 2009
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Exciting California Tour (see photos with U-Nam and Brian Culbertson). Read >>
Café Jazz Radio to Showcase Endless Highway
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Blog Entry: Thursday, November 5, 2009
Phenomenal Concert with Brian Simpson in Davenport (with photo). Read >>
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Wayman Tisdale's Induction Into Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame (with photos). Read >>
Endless Highway on Billboard Chart
November 7, 2009 ~ Tom Braxton's new CD, Endless Highway, is #21 this week on Billboard's Top Contemporary Jazz Album Chart. The CD and new single, "That Wayman Smile," are also making waves on numerous jazz charts, including SmoothJazz.com, Smooth Jazz Now and Groove Jazz Music.
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