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The Moment

by: Kenny G

Release Date April 07, 1997
Of Kenny G's CDs, or at least of the ones I have, this is a rather quiet and expressive set. Of course, it's geared for those who like Kenny G, and so is my review.

I don't think Kenny G is jazz. He's strictly easy listening or adult contemporary, although there are jazz embellishments here. This is a saxophonist expressing himself to those who choose to listen, and he creates an intimate atmosphere for his fans.

No, he's not one of the great versatile musicians, but he expresses and entertains those who are in the same flow that he is.

The only ones who mention his name in the same breath as Miles Davis and John Coltrane are his bashers. I haven't heard any Kenny G fan compare him with these jazz greats. ... Read More:

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Greatest Hits

by: Kenny G

Release Date October 15, 1998
Probably the most safe, boring instrumental music you will ever hear. Songs sound very similar i.e. not very exciting to say the very least. The music is appropriate for the following situations:
A) whilst holding the line
B) in a lift
C) in airport toilets
Well, you have to be cruel to be kind sometimes and unfortunately, I don't know what positives I can find with Kenny G's music. The most famous song, Songbird, is the least mindnumingly dull of the lot but still hardly the type of thing you'd CHOOSE to hear.
I often see this placed under the title of "jazz", which is quite a joke if you compare these songs with, say, anything else considered jazz.
I would imagine that listening to this constant drone more than ... Read More:

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Songbird - The Ultimate Collection

by: Kenny G

Release Date August 02, 2004
Probably the most safe, boring instrumental music you will ever hear. Songs sound very similar i.e. not very exciting to say the very least. The music is appropriate for the following situations:
A) whilst holding the line
B) in a lift
C) in airport toilets
Well, you have to be cruel to be kind sometimes and unfortunately, I don't know what positives I can find with Kenny G's music. The most famous song, Songbird, is the least mindnumingly dull of the lot but still hardly the type of thing you'd CHOOSE to hear.
I often see this placed under the title of "jazz", which is quite a joke if you compare these songs with, say, anything else considered jazz.
I would imagine that listening to this constant drone more than ... Read More:

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The Essential Kenny G

by: Kenny G

Release Date September 25, 2006
Probably the most safe, boring instrumental music you will ever hear. Songs sound very similar i.e. not very exciting to say the very least. The music is appropriate for the following situations:
A) whilst holding the line
B) in a lift
C) in airport toilets
Well, you have to be cruel to be kind sometimes and unfortunately, I don't know what positives I can find with Kenny G's music. The most famous song, Songbird, is the least mindnumingly dull of the lot but still hardly the type of thing you'd CHOOSE to hear.
I often see this placed under the title of "jazz", which is quite a joke if you compare these songs with, say, anything else considered jazz.
I would imagine that listening to this constant drone more than ... Read More:

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Paradise

by: Kenny G

Release Date October 05, 2002
This isn't jazz, and Kenny G's no instrumental virtuoso. Up till now, he's been much the seducer, the wooer, appealing to the emotions of the listener. On this CD, he's more of a party guest enjoying himself with the other party goers.

The two duets are truer duets than those on previous CD's. The sax is singing with Chante Moore and with Brian McKnight rather than accompanying and enhancing their solos. Interesting effect, and especially with Chante Moore.

I've enjoyed his treatment of songs with a Spanish flavor, and his treatment of "Brazil" is indeed quite listenable.

None of his CDs are for serious jazz fans. They're aimed at mainstream audiences, and I see no fault for that.

So if you've enjoyed ... Read More:

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Rhythm & Romance: The Latin Album

by: Kenny G

Release Date March 10, 2008
This is an amazing album by Kenny G. If you are a fan of Latin music or not, you have to listen to this. It has great tunes, very relaxing, chilling, and creates a warm, sensual, and magical atmosphere. You can tell it is Kenny G without hesitation, it has the fluent, addictive and smooth touch to it. My favorite is Mirame Bailer, it is the best title on this album. This is a must buy, great music, great Rhythm, and it is Kenny G, so you won't regret it.

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Classics in the Key of G

by: Kenny G

Release Date October 01, 1999
Like it or not there is a place in the world for this type of music and while it is easy to dismiss him (perhaps too easy!) this disc is actually, taken on it's own merits, quite enjoyable. He generally does faithful versions on all these tacks, stand-outs being "Look Of Love", "Desafinado" and "The Girl From Ipanema" so while there are no surprises there is a certain warm and fuzzy feeling one gets from this disc. Something to put on while peddling about the house or if you've guests coming over....something that set's a tone.

In the end, a disc such as this does not require much from the listener...other than understanding that this is not intended as groundbreaking jazz ... Read More:

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Duotones

by: Kenny G

Release Date November 13, 2006
This is a great album. These are basically pop songs for soprano saxophone with a very polished 80's synth-pop style production, featuring executive production by Narada Michael Walden (Whitney Houston, ect). It's music for living, it has an optimistic glow from start to finish and is skillfully performed to perfection.

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The Greatest Holiday Classics

by: Kenny G

Release Date October 27, 2008
This is a great album. These are basically pop songs for soprano saxophone with a very polished 80's synth-pop style production, featuring executive production by Narada Michael Walden (Whitney Houston, ect). It's music for living, it has an optimistic glow from start to finish and is skillfully performed to perfection.

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At Last... the Duets Album

by: Kenny G

Release Date May 23, 2005
Is this all Kenny G. can muster together, in over 3 - 4 years? I don't think so! I have always respected him when it comes to long-awaited CD release (which is usually about 3-5 years), I am thinking of his most excellent releases e.g Breathless... Moment...Songbird...Holiday (series) etc., and used to consider him as "a must buy" artist. But cannot really affirm this CD. Many are remakes of cover versions of a mix of known classics, only one or two tracks out 13 that I kind of grudgingly approve (appalling record to date by Kenny G). In my view, this is a classic case of "too many cooks spoils the broths.." syndrome. I'd expected more from this CD by Kenny G and his friends! It is a waste of money and effort to getting it from the USA!!! It is very disappointing ... Read More: