Every weekly number one on the Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay chart from October 2005 to 19 September 2026 — 420 songs — matched against the public credits of independent radio promotion firms. A song is credited to a firm only where a published source says so. Where the link is weaker, the row is shown in a separate tier and not counted.
Tier A: a public source ties the firm to that single (artist or label statement, credit, radio one-sheet), or the single was released by the label the promoter works for in-house. Tier B: the firm’s own published list of number ones, an album “Promotion” credit, or an artist’s published statement that the firm has worked all of their singles. Tier C: a client or album-credit link only; listed, not counted. Every number one in tiers A–C is confirmed on Billboard’s weekly chart. Tier D holds number ones from before Billboard’s weekly smooth jazz data (R&R, checked issue by issue on worldradiohistory.com) and from Mediabase, Radiowave, the Smooth Jazz Network and year-end charts.
| Firm | Principal | Tier A | Tier B | Counted (A+B) | Weeks at No. 1 | Tier C (not counted) | Other-chart No. 1s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASL Music Media / Innervision Records | Adam Leibovitz | 20 | 1 | 21 | 32 | 18 | 7 |
| Future Groove Promotion | Dave Kunert | 13 | 28 | 41 | 81 | 101 | 9 |
| Gorov Music Marketing (formerly All That Jazz) | Cliff Gorov & Jason Gorov | 10 | 62 | 72 | 253 | 68 | 4 |
| New World 'n' Jazz | Neal Sapper & Matt Hughes | 12 | 1 | 13 | 33 | 122 | 12 |
| Harner Promotion / Chapman & Co. Management (earlier Mesa/Bluemoon, Verve) | Bud Harner | 2 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 11 |
Firms are listed in the order researched, not ranked. The counts measure what is publicly documented, not total career output: a firm that does not publish its client list will show fewer credits than it may hold. Download: radio-promoter-number-ones.csv.
21 Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay number ones credited, 32 weeks at No. 1.
| Artist | Song | First week at No. 1 | Weeks | Basis for credit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier A · single-specific credit | |||||
| Blake Aaron featuring Darren Rahn | Groovers and Shakers | 17 Nov 2018 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive") (single predates the 2019+ ASL download database) | billboard.com |
| Will Donato | Infinite Soul | 23 Mar 2019 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Infinite Soul" (added 2019-01-07) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Kim Scott featuring Jonathan Fritzén | Emerge | 1 Jun 2019 | 2 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Emerge" (added 2019-02-18) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Four80East | Cinco Cinco Seis | 14 Sep 2019 | 3 | Boomtang releaseASL radio-download page lists "Cinco Cinco Seis" (added 2019-06-24) (ASL serviced the single to radio; co-promotion by others not ruled out) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Blake Aaron | Fall for You | 15 Feb 2020 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Fall For You" (added 2019-09-16) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Kim Scott featuring Jazmin Ghent | Free to Be | 20 Jun 2020 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Free to Be" (added 2020-03-23) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Sean U featuring Blake Aaron | Magic Hour | 27 Feb 2021 | 1 | Independent release; seanumusic.com lists "Radio promotion: Adam Leibovitz, ASL Music Media"; ASL radio-download page lists "Magic Hour (feat. Blake Aaron)" (added 2020-08-31) | seanumusic.com |
| JJ Sansaverino | Style and Elegance | 6 Mar 2021 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Style and Elegance" (added 2020-10-05) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Blake Aaron featuring Najee | Sunday Strut | 12 Jun 2021 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Sunday Strut" (added 2021-01-04) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Christian de Mesones featuring Bob James | Hispanica | 13 Nov 2021 | 1 | Independent release; ASL radio-download page lists "Hispanica (feat. Bob James)" (added 2021-08-02) (co-promotion not ruled out) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Blake Aaron | Feels So Right | 20 Nov 2021 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Feels So Right" (added 2021-08-16) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Kim Scott featuring Althea Rene and Ragan Whiteside | I'm Every Woman | 11 Dec 2021 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "I'm Every Woman" (added 2021-08-30) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Blake Aaron | Dreamland | 2 Jul 2022 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Dreamland" (added 2022-03-07); Innervision 25th-anniv. release: No. 1 on Billboard, Groove Jazz Music, Mediabase, Radiowave and SJN | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Will Donato | Good on You | 10 Dec 2022 | 3 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Good On You" (added 2022-05-23) | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Jimmy B. | It's Personal | 1 Apr 2023 | 1 | WKM Records release; ASL radio-download page lists "It's Personal" (added 2023-01-16) (co-promotion not ruled out) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Blake Aaron | She's the One | 13 Apr 2024 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "She's the One" (added 2024-01-08) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Lisa Addeo | Diamond Dress | 24 Aug 2024 | 2 | Little Black Dress release; ASL radio-download page lists "Diamond Dress" (added 2024-03-11) (co-promotion not ruled out) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Blake Aaron | Let's Get Lost | 12 Apr 2025 | 3 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Let's Get Lost" (added 2025-01-06); Leibovitz quoted in Innervision 5/28/2025 release on the concurrent Billboard/Mediabase No. 1s | innervisionrecords.com |
| Blake Aaron | Dare to Fly | 29 Nov 2025 | 1 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Dare to Fly" (added 2025-07-14) | innervisionrecords.com |
| Kim Scott | Hide & Seek | 27 Jun 2026 | 2 | Innervision Records release (Leibovitz = Innervision VP A&R/Promotion since 2006; Innervision 25th-anniversary release calls him the label's "A&R and radio promotions executive"); ASL radio-download page lists "Hide & Seek" (added 2026-01-05) | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Tier B · firm list, album credit or career-wide statement | |||||
| Darren Rahn | Talk of the Town | 26 Sep 2009 | 3 | nuGroove Records release (2009; Discogs 3032853). ASL artist roster lists Darren Rahn with the album "Talk of the Town"; Leibovitz states he was National Director of Promotion for 215 and NuGroove Records (same owner, David Chackler). No single-specific credit found; single predates ASL download database. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Tier C · client link only (not counted) | |||||
| Walter Beasley | Ready for Love | 26 May 2007 | 2 | ASL roster lists later albums (Sax Meditations II, Live in the Club); Heads Up-era #1; no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Jessy J | Tequila Moon | 24 May 2008 | 7 | Jessy J joined ASL roster 2025 (Terranova); 2008 #1 predates; no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Walter Beasley | Steady as She Goes | 25 Jul 2009 | 5 | ASL roster (later albums only); no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Jessy J | Tropical Rain | 17 Oct 2009 | 2 | Roster link only (2025 client); no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Steve Oliver | Fun in the Sun | 24 Jul 2010 | 8 | Steve Oliver ASL client from 2023 (A New Light); 2010 #1 predates; no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Walter Beasley | I'm Back | 10 Oct 2015 | 2 | ASL roster (later albums only); no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Darren Rahn | D-Luxe | 28 May 2016 | 2 | Roster link only; publicly claimed by Future Groove Promotion (Kunert). Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Marcus Anderson featuring Matt Marshak | Cup of Joe | 16 Jul 2016 | 2 | Matt Marshak on ASL roster; single claimed by FGP. Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Marc Antoine | Laguna Beach | 22 Oct 2016 | 2 | Marc Antoine on ASL roster (Guitar Destiny only); FGP credited. Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Marc Antoine featuring Philippe Saisse | Why Not | 6 May 2017 | 1 | ASL roster link only; FGP claim. Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Jazz Holdouts | Summer Nights | 29 Jul 2017 | 2 | Jazz Holdouts ASL client from 2022; 2017 #1 (Palm Beach Jazz) predates; no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| David Benoit and Marc Antoine | Caminando | 9 Sep 2017 | 4 | ASL roster link only (Marc Antoine); no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Lisa Addeo | Listen to This | 25 Jan 2020 | 1 | Lisa Addeo is an ASL client from 2022 (first ASL download 1/10/2022); "Listen to This" (2019-20) is not in ASL's download database, and her #1 press releases name no promoter. | prnewswire.com |
| Darren Rahn | Infinite Love | 9 May 2020 | 1 | Roster link only; claimed by FGP. Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Alex Parchment featuring Phillip Doc Martin | Vibin' in Time | 1 Aug 2020 | 1 | Featured artist Phillip "Doc" Martin is an ASL/Innervision artist; not an ASL/Innervision release; no tie. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Darren Rahn | Midnight Sun | 18 Sep 2021 | 1 | Roster link only; claimed by FGP. Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Les Sabler | Patches' Groove | 15 Feb 2025 | 1 | Les Sabler on ASL roster (Jobim Tribute); single claimed by FGP. Leave with FGP. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is the New Hip) | 15 Aug 2026 | 1 | Bob Baldwin is on ASL roster (MelloWonder) and was on 215 roster in 2006; HEPnotic is NOT in ASL's 2026 download list; no tie found. | aslmusicmedia.com |
| Tier D · pre-2005 R&R number ones, other charts and year-end (not counted) | |||||
| Soul Ballet | Cream | R&R Smooth Jazz #1, 7 weeks (R&R issues 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/18/2005) on 215 Records; R&R 12/17/2004: "215's David Chackler hired Adam Leibovitz to handle promotion"; R&R 3/17/2006 label profile lists Leibovitz as 215 promotion contact and Chackler cites Cream's 7 weeks at No. 1. Pre-dates Billboard weekly chart (Oct 2005). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Kim Scott featuring Blake Aaron | SHINE! | Billboard 2022 year-end Smooth Jazz Song of the Year (#1 year-end; peaked below #1 weekly). Innervision release; ASL download added 2022-01-24. | innervisionrecords.com | ||
| Kim Scott featuring Jeff Ryan | Like Butter | Mediabase #1 (2024) per Innervision 10/14/2024 release. Innervision release; ASL download added 2024-03-25. | innervisionrecords.com | ||
| Kim Scott | Freedom | Mediabase #1 (week of May 2025) per Innervision 5/28/2025 release; Kim Scott thanks "Innervision Records, ASL Music Media and Promotion" (1/5/2026 release). Label also calls it a "Billboard No. 1" but it is NOT on the Billboard weekly #1 list. ASL download added 2024-10-07. | innervisionrecords.com | ||
| Kim Scott featuring Kelvin Wooten | Alma de Lisbon | Radiowave No. 1 Single of the Year 2025 (year-end) per Innervision 1/5/2026 release. ASL download added 2025-04-07. | innervisionrecords.com | ||
| Blake Aaron | Drive | Radiowave #1 single/Song of the Year 2019 (year-end) per blakeaaron.com bio. Innervision release; ASL download added 2019-03-04. | blakeaaron.com | ||
| Lisa Addeo | Perfect Timing | #1 on Smooth Jazz Network chart (2023) per lisaaddeo.com. ASL download added 2022-08-08 (ASL serviced the single). | lisaaddeo.com | ||
41 Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay number ones credited, 81 weeks at No. 1.
| Artist | Song | First week at No. 1 | Weeks | Basis for credit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier A · single-specific credit | |||||
| Euge Groove | Get 'Em Goin' | 3 Dec 2005 | 5 | FGP #1 list claims it. Independent: R&R Aug 5, 2005 Narada Jazz ad for Euge Groove's new single from Just Feels Right lists 'CONTACT: ... Dave Kunert @ Narada Jazz' (Kunert was Narada Dir./National Promotion Dec 2004 to about Sep 2005). The only Euge Groove single R&R was charting then was Get 'Em Goin' (added week of Jul 22, 2005). The single title in the ad is part of the artwork and did not come through in the OCR. FGP's 2011 homepage: 'Get Em' Goin' went to #1 on the R&R Smooth Jazz Chart in late 2005'. | worldradiohistory.com |
| Nicholas Cole featuring Vincent Ingala | Snap | 18 Jan 2014 | 1 | FGP's contemporaneous current-artists page (Oct 9, 2013 snapshot, 3 months before the Jan 2014 #1): 'Nicholas continues his success at Smooth Jazz Radio with "Snap" ... steadily moving up the charts' (same standard as NWnJ one-sheets). Discogs also credits David Kunert as Executive Producer on the parent album Endless Possibilities (Cutmore, 2012). FGP blog and #1 list claim it too. | web.archive.org |
| Vandell Andrew | Let's Ride | 21 Jun 2014 | 5 | Named as national radio promoter in outside press and in the artist EPK; also on FGP #1 list. | pumpitupmagazine.com |
| The JT Project | Overdrive | 9 Apr 2016 | 3 | FGP's contemporaneous project page (current-artists, Mar 25, 2016 snapshot, before the Apr 9, 2016 #1): '"Overdrive," the first single from The JT Project's Trippin 'N' Rhythm Records debut ... is rapidly gaining support'. FGP blog 'The JT Project hits #1' and #1 list also claim it. | web.archive.org |
| Darren Rahn | D-Luxe | 28 May 2016 | 2 | FGP's contemporaneous project page for Sonic Boom (current-artists, Mar 25, 2016 snapshot, before the May 28, 2016 #1) names 'D-Luxe' as a single; FGP blog 'Darren Rahn goes to #1' and #1 list also claim it. | web.archive.org |
| Marcus Anderson featuring Matt Marshak | Cup of Joe | 16 Jul 2016 | 2 | FGP's contemporaneous project page (Apr 2016, before the Jul 16, 2016 #1): 'Saxman Marcus Anderson is back on the smooth jazz airwaves with "Cup Of Joe," the first single from his "And Coffee" CD'. FGP blog and #1 list also claim it. | web.archive.org |
| Marc Antoine | Laguna Beach | 22 Oct 2016 | 2 | Radio-promotion credit to Kunert/FGP in Smooth Jazz Daily review; also on FGP #1 list. | smoothjazzdaily.wordpress.com |
| Paula Atherton | Can You Feel It | 18 Apr 2020 | 3 | Artist's own publicity page names Kunert as her radio promoter; also on FGP #1 list. Also #1 Mediabase and Smooth Jazz Network per press kit. | paulaatherton.com |
| Paula Atherton featuring Nathan Mitchell | Summer Song | 21 Aug 2021 | 2 | Artist's own publicity page names Kunert as her radio promoter; also on FGP #1 list. | paulaatherton.com |
| Tim Bowman | Easy | 5 Aug 2023 | 2 | FGP 'current singles' roster page (Oct 22 and Dec 3, 2023 snapshots, still listed 2-4 months after the Aug 5, 2023 #1) lists 'Tim Bowman - Easy'. Also on FGP #1 list. | web.archive.org |
| Ellis Hamilton | My Heart to Yours | 3 Feb 2024 | 1 | FGP 'Current Artist Roster ... current singles' page (Oct 22 and Dec 3, 2023 snapshots, before the Feb 3, 2024 #1) lists 'Ellis Hamilton - My Heart to Yours'. Also on FGP #1 list. | web.archive.org |
| Tim Bowman | Ocean Breeze | 25 May 2024 | 1 | FGP 'current singles' roster page (May 17, 2024 snapshot, the week before the May 25, 2024 #1, and later snapshots) lists 'Tim Bowman - Ocean Breeze'. Also on FGP #1 list. | web.archive.org |
| Les Sabler | Patches' Groove | 15 Feb 2025 | 1 | FGP 'current singles' roster page (Nov 7, 2024 snapshot, before the Feb 15, 2025 #1, and later) lists 'Les Sabler - Patches' Groove'. Also on FGP #1 list. | web.archive.org |
| Tier B · firm list, album credit or career-wide statement | |||||
| Tim Bowman | Sweet Sundays | 13 Dec 2008 | 5 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. FGP's 2011 homepage: '"Sweet Sundays" went to #1 on the BDS/R&R Smooth Jazz Chart in December 2008'. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Tim Bowman | Seaside Drive | 5 Oct 2013 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. FGP blog 'Tim Bowman hits #1' (2013) and 2013 current-artists page (a claim made after the fact; no earlier page names the single). | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Marc Antoine featuring Philippe Saisse | Why Not | 6 May 2017 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. Also FGP blog 'Marc Antoine's follow up to the #1 single Laguna Beach' (2017), written while 'Why Not' was 'screaming up the charts'. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Ryan | Up and Up | 23 Jun 2018 | 4 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. FGP's May 1, 2018 current-artists page lists Jeff Ryan's Woodward Avenue debut campaign, but the archived blurb is cut off before any song title. FGP blog (Aug 2018) claims 'Up and Up' #1. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Phil Denny | Switch Up | 25 Aug 2018 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Ben Tankard | Rise! | 23 Feb 2019 | 2 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Riley Richard | Captivate Me | 27 Jul 2019 | 3 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jacob Webb featuring Stantawn Kendrick | Details | 22 Feb 2020 | 4 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Is There a Doctor in the House? | 21 Mar 2020 | 4 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Darren Rahn | Infinite Love | 9 May 2020 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Shake You Up | 29 Aug 2020 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Riley Richard | Don't Wanna Let Go | 30 Jan 2021 | 3 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Freddie Fox | Too Tuff | 20 Feb 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Tim Bowman | Fireball | 19 Jun 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Ben Tankard | Just like Music | 31 Jul 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Ryan | Sentimental Soul | 7 Aug 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. Also FGP blog 'Jeff Ryan scores another #1 Billboard single' (Aug 2021). | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Darren Rahn | Midnight Sun | 18 Sep 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. Also FGP blog 'Darren Rahn hits #1 again' (Sep 2021). | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Andy Snitzer | Non Stop | 25 Sep 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. Also FGP blog 'Andy Snitzer soars to #1 on two charts' (Sep 2021). | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| The Saxtress Pamela Williams featuring Gerald Albright | Serendipity | 27 Nov 2021 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. Also FGP blog 'Pamela Williams earns #1 Billboard & Mediabase' (Nov 2021). | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Phil Denny | Urban Troubadour | 8 Jan 2022 | 2 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jacob Webb featuring Jazmin Ghent | Nothing Better | 12 Feb 2022 | 2 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Judah Sealy | Stylish | 12 Mar 2022 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Change the World | 19 Mar 2022 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| The Braxton Brothers | Catalina Nights | 9 Jul 2022 | 2 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Marcus Anderson featuring Darnell "Showcase" Taylor | Soul Ties | 23 Jul 2022 | 2 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Pamela Williams | Stone Cold | 18 Mar 2023 | 1 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Ryan | Speakeasy | 11 Apr 2026 | 2 | Listed by name on FGP's own #1-singles list (About page). No outside source names Kunert/FGP for this single. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Najee and Will Downing | Catch a Feelin' | 11 Jul 2026 | 1 | Listed as a current single on the FGP artists page (captured after the #1 run); no contemporaneous or outside credit found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Tier C · client link only (not counted) | |||||
| Paul Hardcastle | Serene | 22 Oct 2005 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jazzmasters | Free as the Wind | 28 Oct 2006 | 4 | Client link only: The Jazzmasters appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Walter Beasley | Ready for Love | 26 May 2007 | 2 | Client link only: Walter Beasley appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. NOTE: New World n Jazz (Sapper) holds this single at tier A/B. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Born 2 Groove | 8 Sep 2007 | 1 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Golub featuring Richard Elliot | Ain't No Woman (Like the One I Got) | 10 Nov 2007 | 2 | Client link only: Jeff Golub appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Lucky Star | 23 Feb 2008 | 6 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Religify | 17 Jan 2009 | 7 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Walter Beasley | Steady as She Goes | 25 Jul 2009 | 5 | Client link only: Walter Beasley appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Darren Rahn | Talk of the Town | 26 Sep 2009 | 3 | Client link only: Darren Rahn appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2015-2016 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Najee | Sweet Summer Nights | 27 Feb 2010 | 2 | Client link only: Najee appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: Wix 'Current Artist Roster' page snapshots Oct 2023-Dec 2025 + live). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Sunday Morning | 6 Mar 2010 | 2 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Bossa Blue | 10 Jul 2010 | 3 | Client link only: Chris Standring appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jazzmasters | Touch and Go | 9 Oct 2010 | 1 | Client link only: The Jazzmasters appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Easy Come Easy Go | 5 Nov 2011 | 3 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Acoustic Alchemy | Marrakesh | 28 Jan 2012 | 4 | Client link only: Acoustic Alchemy appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Najee | Perfect Nites | 10 Mar 2012 | 1 | Client link only: Najee appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: Wix 'Current Artist Roster' page snapshots Oct 2023-Dec 2025 + live). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Oliver's Twist | 17 Mar 2012 | 6 | Client link only: Chris Standring appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Big Brother | 5 May 2012 | 2 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright / Norman Brown | In the Moment | 15 Sep 2012 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | City | 6 Oct 2012 | 1 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | House of Groove | 17 Nov 2012 | 3 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright / Norman Brown | Champagne Life | 9 Feb 2013 | 4 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | No Stress | 30 Mar 2013 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Old.Edu (Old School) | 8 Jun 2013 | 1 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Dave Koz featuring Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair and Richard Elliot | Got to Get You into My Life | 20 Jul 2013 | 7 | Client link only: Gerald Albright (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Hacienda | 30 Nov 2013 | 6 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Down to the Bone | The Sweetness | 17 May 2014 | 2 | Client link only: Down to the Bone appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Sneakin' out the Front Door | 24 May 2014 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Slam Dunk | 25 Oct 2014 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gregg Karukas featuring Ricardo Silveira, Shelby Flint and Ron Boustead | Rio Drive | 8 Aug 2015 | 3 | Client link only: Gregg Karukas appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); R&R Feb 15, 2002 Peer Pressure (Roger Lifeset) ad for Night Shift; FGP claims the #1). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Najee | Fly with the Wind | 29 Aug 2015 | 2 | Client link only: Najee appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: Wix 'Current Artist Roster' page snapshots Oct 2023-Dec 2025 + live). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Golub featuring Philippe Saisse and Kirk Whalum | Swagster | 12 Sep 2015 | 4 | Client link only: Jeff Golub appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Walter Beasley | I'm Back | 10 Oct 2015 | 2 | Client link only: Walter Beasley appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Because of You | 24 Oct 2015 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Get Up | 19 Dec 2015 | 8 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | The Journey | 7 May 2016 | 2 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Still Euge | 30 Jul 2016 | 1 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Steve Cole | Mirage | 6 Aug 2016 | 1 | Client link only: Steve Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); R&R May 6, 2005 Narada ad, Contact: Dave Kunert/Narada Jazz). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Say What's on Your Mind | 17 Sep 2016 | 4 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Taking Control | 5 Nov 2016 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Echoes Rising | 3 Dec 2016 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Morning Call | 4 Mar 2017 | 4 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Cindy Bradley featuring Chris Standring | Category A | 1 Apr 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Like This, Like That | 24 Jun 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Special EFX | Lavish | 1 Jul 2017 | 2 | Client link only: Special EFX appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Euge Groove | I Don't Mind | 12 Aug 2017 | 3 | Client link only: Euge Groove (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Uncle Nick | 26 Aug 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| David Benoit and Marc Antoine | Caminando | 9 Sep 2017 | 4 | Client link only: Marc Antoine appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2015-2016 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Frankie B. | 7 Oct 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Najee featuring Incognito | Let's Take It Back | 11 Nov 2017 | 3 | Client link only: Najee appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: Wix 'Current Artist Roster' page snapshots Oct 2023-Dec 2025 + live). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Chris Standring | Piccadilly Circus | 2 Dec 2017 | 3 | Client link only: Chris Standring (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Groove On | 3 Feb 2018 | 3 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Buckle Up | 24 Feb 2018 | 2 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Marcus Anderson | Can You Feel It? | 28 Apr 2018 | 3 | Client link only: Marcus Anderson (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Brian Bromberg | Coupe De Ville | 13 Oct 2018 | 1 | Client link only: Brian Bromberg appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Blake Aaron featuring Darren Rahn | Groovers and Shakers | 17 Nov 2018 | 1 | Client link only: Darren Rahn (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2015-2016 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| The JT Project featuring Najee | Backyard Brew | 26 Jan 2019 | 4 | Client link only: The JT Project appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2013-2014 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You) | 9 Mar 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Happy Go Lucky | 4 May 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| The Rippingtons featuring Russ Freeman | Silver Arrows | 11 May 2019 | 3 | Client link only: Russ Freeman (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gregory Goodloe | Stylin' | 15 Jun 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Gregory Goodloe appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2017-2019 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nicholas Cole featuring Chieli Minucci | Soulmate | 5 Oct 2019 | 2 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Dave Koz / Gerald Albright / Rick Braun / Richard Elliot / Aubrey Logan | Before I Let Go | 2 Nov 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Joyce Cooling | It's So Amazing | 9 Nov 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Joyce Cooling appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Dancing Galaxies | 1 Feb 2020 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Brian Culbertson featuring Mr. TalkBox and Marcus Anderson | Get Up! | 16 May 2020 | 1 | Client link only: Marcus Anderson (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Let's Get Serious | 30 May 2020 | 3 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Latitude | 15 Aug 2020 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Euge Groove | Dirty Dozen | 12 Sep 2020 | 1 | Client link only: Euge Groove appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Better Days Ahead | 26 Dec 2020 | 4 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Jeff Ryan | Nothin' but Love | 13 Mar 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Jeff Ryan (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2017-2019 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Welcome to the Beach | 10 Apr 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Blake Aaron featuring Najee | Sunday Strut | 12 Jun 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Najee (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: Wix 'Current Artist Roster' page snapshots Oct 2023-Dec 2025 + live). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Hope | 26 Jun 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Steve Cole | Living Out Loud | 11 Sep 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Steve Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); R&R May 6, 2005 Narada ad, Contact: Dave Kunert/Narada Jazz). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Right Around the Corner | 2 Oct 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Tropicool | 23 Oct 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Crazy | 22 Jan 2022 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nicholas Cole featuring Julian Vaughn | Feelings | 5 Mar 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Paul Hardcastle featuring Rock Hendricks | Wavelength | 9 Apr 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | What You Do to Me | 23 Apr 2022 | 3 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | G Wiggle | 4 Jun 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Ryan La Valette featuring Nicholas Cole | Lovers Melody | 8 Apr 2023 | 5 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nick Colionne | Just like That | 13 May 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Nick Colionne appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nathan Mitchell featuring Marcus Anderson | 100% Cotton | 27 May 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Marcus Anderson (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Phylicia Rae featuring Gerald Albright | On My Way | 28 Oct 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. NOTE: New World n Jazz (Sapper) holds this single at tier A/B. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Full Throttle | 27 Jul 2024 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Special EFX featuring Chieli Minucci | Cool Summer | 7 Sep 2024 | 2 | Client link only: Special EFX appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gregory Goodloe | Groovin' On | 21 Sep 2024 | 2 | Client link only: Gregory Goodloe appears on the FGP roster (FGP site: current-artists/homepage 2017-2019 snapshots). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nicholas Cole | Brown Sugar | 26 Oct 2024 | 1 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Chris Standring | Top Hat & Tails | 3 May 2025 | 2 | Client link only: Chris Standring appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: current-artists page Jan 2022 snapshot). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Judah Sealy | Absolute Love | 17 May 2025 | 1 | Client link only: Judah Sealy (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: Wix 'Current Artist Roster' page snapshots Oct 2023-Dec 2025 + live). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Special EFX featuring Chieli Minucci | Meant to Be | 24 May 2025 | 1 | Client link only: Special EFX appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nicholas Cole | Blue Magic | 2 Aug 2025 | 3 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | Living My Best Life | 13 Sep 2025 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nicholas Cole | Shine | 3 Jan 2026 | 3 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Rick Braun featuring Tom Scott | Give It All You Got | 21 Mar 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Tom Scott (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (R&R Nov 22, 2002 ad: Tom Scott New Found Freedom (Higher Octave), promotion Roger Lifeset/Peer Pressure + Dave Kunert/Future Groove). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Gerald Albright | More Than Enough | 16 May 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| David Benoit and Jeff Lorber | Boarding Pass | 18 Jul 2026 | 1 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page 'FGP Legacy' (artists we've worked songs/singles for); FGP current-artists page sidebar 'Other FGP Artists' (2013-2022 snapshots)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Adrian Crutchfield featuring Nicholas Cole | Hypnotic | 1 Aug 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole (as FEATURED guest only) appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Nicholas Cole | Green Light | 22 Aug 2026 | 1 | Client link only: Nicholas Cole appears on the FGP roster (FGP About page #1-singles list (futuregroovepromotion.com/about); FGP site: 2011 homepage (web.archive.org 20110208/20111103)). No FGP #1 claim or single-specific source found. | futuregroovepromotion.com |
| Tier D · pre-2005 R&R number ones, other charts and year-end (not counted) | |||||
| The Jazzmasters | Puerto Banus | VERIFIED: R&R Smooth Jazz #1. R&R Jan 23, 2004: 'Jazzmasters are No. 1 this week with ... "Puerto Banus" (Trippin' 'N Rhythm)'. Still No. 1 in its 4th week on Feb 13, 2004. FGP 2011 homepage claims 'a four week run at #1 on the R&R Smooth Jazz Chart in 2004'. Firm tie is FGP's own claim only. R&R Jan 2, 2004 lists Kunert at A440 Music that season. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Craig Chaquico | Luminosa | VERIFIED, and an outside source ties Kunert to it: R&R Smooth Jazz #1 in July 2002 ('Craig Chaquico's rise to the top with "Luminosa" (Higher Octave)', R&R Jul 5, 2002, where Roger Lifeset writes 'My compadre Dave Kunert of Future Groove and myself dug in'). R&R Jul 12, 2002: 'maintains its grip on No. 1 for the second week ... let's not overlook the role of Future Groove's David Kunert'. R&R Apr 12-19, 2002 ads list promotion by Roger Lifeset and Dave Kunert/Future Groove. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Gregg Karukas | Nightshift | VERIFIED: R&R Smooth Jazz #1 Apr 12, 2002 ('Congratulations to Gregg Karukas, whose "Night Shift" (N-Coded) earns No. 1'). Firm tie is FGP's own list only. The R&R Feb 15, 2002 ad credits Peer Pressure Promotion (Roger Lifeset, Kunert's 2002 partner on Luminosa). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Roger Smith | Off The Hook | VERIFIED: R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1, mid-1999 (Miramar). R&R Jun 4, 1999 has it at No. 2. R&R Jul 2, 1999: 'Roger Smith's "Off the Hook" (Miramar) retains the top position'. R&R Dec 10, 1999 year-end: 'his "Off the Hook" (Miramar) went to No. 1'. Firm tie is FGP's own list only. In 1999 R&R describes Kunert as an independent. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Special EFX | Since You've Been Away | VERIFIED: R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1 (JVC). The R&R Aug 15, 1997 format #1s box lists 'NAC/SMOOTH JAZZ: SPECIAL EFX Since You've Been Away (JVC)', and the Oct 10, 1997 JVC ad calls it 'the #1 R&R NAC Track'. Partial tie: the R&R Feb 14, 1997 JVC ad for the parent album Here To Stay lists 'David Kunert, National Director Promotion'. By 1998 R&R credits JVC promotion to Jeff Neben and Tim Fitzgibbon, so Kunert's role through the Aug 1997 peak is unconfirmed. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Paul Hardcastle | Jokers Wild | VERIFIED: R&R NAC Tracks #1, Mar 28, 1997 ('Congratulations to format perennial Paul Hardcastle for attaining number one again! with "Jokers Wild" from "Hardcastle 2" (JVC) on this week's Tracks and Albums charts'). Kunert tie: he was JVC National Director of Promotion (R&R Feb 14, 1997 JVC ad) and the contact on JVC's Hardcastle 2 campaign ads (R&R Aug 16 and Aug 30, 1996). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Paul Hardcastle | Hardcastle 2 | VERIFIED as an ALBUM, not a single: Hardcastle 2 (JVC) was #1 on R&R's NAC Albums chart the week of Mar 28, 1997 (same NAC Notes item). Kunert was listed as the contact on JVC's Hardcastle 2 ads (R&R Aug 16 and Aug 30, 1996: 'Contact: David Kunert/JVC Music'). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Ernie Watts | The Long Road Home | UNVERIFIED: The Long Road Home is a 1996 JVC album (Discogs), made while Kunert was at JVC. No R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1 found in R&R issues from Jun 1996 to Mar 2000 (text-searched). It may have charted on a jazz (Gavin/JazzWeek) album chart instead. Not confirmed. | discogs.com | ||
| Tim Bowman | Summer Groove | VERIFIED: #1 on the R&R Smooth Jazz Top 30, Mar 11, 2005 (698 plays, ahead of Soul Ballet 'Cream'). Next week it shows LW 1 / TW 4. Liquid 8 label, a 30+ week chart run. FGP's 2011 homepage: 'went to #1 on the R&R Smooth Jazz Chart in March 2005'. Firm tie is FGP's own claim only. At the time R&R lists Kunert as Narada's Dir./National Promotion (Dec 2004 to about Sep 2005). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
72 Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay number ones credited, 253 weeks at No. 1.
| Artist | Song | First week at No. 1 | Weeks | Basis for credit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier A · single-specific credit | |||||
| Dave Koz featuring Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair and Richard Elliot | Got to Get You into My Life | 20 Jul 2013 | 7 | Discogs promo CD single (Concord, 2013) credits "Jason Gorov – Promotion [Radio]" for this exact single. | discogs.com |
| The JT Project featuring Najee | Backyard Brew | 26 Jan 2019 | 4 | Gorov mailer reprint: "Backyard Brew is KILLER!" – Jason Gorov. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Greg Manning | Top Down | 16 Mar 2019 | 1 | Gorov mailer reprint announcing "Top Down" single: "KILLER!" – Cliff Gorov. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Adam Hawley | Uptop | 18 Nov 2023 | 2 | Artist mailer: "Going for adds this Monday ... promoted by Gorov Music Marketing" (TUMS post sourced from Gorov Music Marketing). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Carol Albert featuring Peter White | Sunshine Yellow | 13 Jul 2024 | 2 | Carol Albert testimonial on gorovmusic.com names "Sunshine Yellow" #1 as result of Gorov/Jason Gorov; her site news (7/9/2024) thanks "Jason, Cliff, Jordan and everyone at Gorov Music Marketing" for the #1. | gorovmusic.com |
| Carol Albert | Seaside Story | 15 Mar 2025 | 1 | Carol Albert site news "Triple Crown" (3/16/2025) for Seaside Story #1 credits "Special thanks to Jason Gorov, Gorov Music Marketing". | carolalbertmusic.com |
| WaKaNa | After Hours | 4 Apr 2026 | 1 | EQuity label head Greg Manning: "Our radio promoter, Gorov Music Marketing, played a crucial part in getting the song over the finish line to No. 1." | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Eric Darius | Maputo Nights | 29 Aug 2026 | 2 | Gorov-signed release mailer ("Gorov Music") for the single; Eric Darius #1 post thanks "my incredible radio promotions team, Gorov Music Marketing"; on Gorov Spotify "Smooth Jazz Radio Hits". | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Ragan Whiteside | In Love: Reimagined | 12 Sep 2026 | 1 | Gorov-signed release mailer ("Gorov Music") for "In Love Reimagined"; track on Gorov Spotify "Smooth Jazz Radio Hits by Gorov Music". | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum | Jolanda | 19 Sep 2026 | 1 | Jolanda cover art in Gorov homepage current-singles grid (wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Greg-Manning-Jolanda-cover-art) and track on Gorov Spotify "Smooth Jazz Radio Hits"; EQuity release (Manning: Gorov is label radio promoter). | gorovmusic.com |
| Tier B · firm list, album credit or career-wide statement | |||||
| Richard Elliot | Mystique | 25 Feb 2006 | 7 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Peter White | What Does It Take (To Win Your Love) | 8 Jul 2006 | 16 | Peter White: Gorov "picked and promoted all of my single releases ever since my very first CD in 1990" (testimonial); reiterated in Feb 2026 interview. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James featuring George Duke | The Total Experience | 11 Nov 2006 | 4 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Peter White | Mister Magic | 31 Mar 2007 | 8 | Peter White: Gorov "picked and promoted all of my single releases ever since my very first CD in 1990" (testimonial); reiterated in Feb 2026 interview. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Hypnotic | 9 Jun 2007 | 3 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Rick Braun and Richard Elliot | R n R | 15 Sep 2007 | 10 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Let It Go | 19 Jan 2008 | 3 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz | Life in the Fast Lane | 11 Oct 2008 | 7 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart) | 7 Mar 2009 | 8 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Move On Up | 1 Aug 2009 | 1 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Peter White | Bright | 24 Oct 2009 | 13 | Peter White: Gorov "picked and promoted all of my single releases ever since my very first CD in 1990" (testimonial); reiterated in Feb 2026 interview. | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz featuring Lee Ritenour | Put the Top Down | 6 Nov 2010 | 15 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Contact | 7 May 2011 | 5 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz | Anything's Possible | 23 Jul 2011 | 2 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Spin | 8 Oct 2011 | 4 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Boom Town | 26 Nov 2011 | 9 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Peter White | Here We Go | 28 Apr 2012 | 4 | Peter White: Gorov "picked and promoted all of my single releases ever since my very first CD in 1990" (testimonial); reiterated in Feb 2026 interview. | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Island Style | 21 Jul 2012 | 1 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Jonathan Fritzén featuring Boney James | Magical | 27 Oct 2012 | 3 | Jonathan Fritzen testimonial: Gorov helped him "reach #1 on every single Smooth Jazz Airplay Chart out there". | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) | 22 Dec 2012 | 1 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | Wish I Was There | 9 Mar 2013 | 4 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James featuring Rick Braun | Batucada (The Beat) | 13 Apr 2013 | 8 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Powerhouse | 12 Oct 2013 | 2 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Givin' It Up | 23 Aug 2014 | 2 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Peter White | Head Over Heels | 15 Nov 2014 | 9 | Peter White: Gorov "picked and promoted all of my single releases ever since my very first CD in 1990" (testimonial); reiterated in Feb 2026 interview. | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Lip Service | 7 Feb 2015 | 6 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Drumline | 23 May 2015 | 6 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | Coast to Coast | 18 Jul 2015 | 3 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Vinyl | 7 Nov 2015 | 2 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | When I'm With You | 12 Dec 2015 | 1 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | A Little Attitude | 30 Apr 2016 | 1 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Peter White | Do I Do | 4 Feb 2017 | 4 | Peter White: Gorov "picked and promoted all of my single releases ever since my very first CD in 1990" (testimonial); reiterated in Feb 2026 interview. | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Harry the Hipster | 10 Jun 2017 | 2 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Tick Tock | 14 Oct 2017 | 4 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | On the Prowl | 7 Apr 2018 | 3 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Up All Night | 1 Sep 2018 | 4 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | Snap, Crackle, Pop | 22 Dec 2018 | 5 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz / Gerald Albright / Rick Braun / Richard Elliot / Aubrey Logan | Before I Let Go | 2 Nov 2019 | 1 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Solid | 23 May 2020 | 1 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Willie Bradley featuring Ragan Whiteside | It's on Now | 26 Sep 2020 | 1 | Willie Bradley crowdfunding letter: "Gorov Music Marketing will officially release the first single LIFE ON TOP" from album It's My Time (2019); this #1 is a later single from the same album campaign (second single "Over The Horizon" announced in Gorov house style). Album-campaign inference. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Boney James | Full Effect | 17 Oct 2020 | 2 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz featuring David Sanborn | Side by Side | 28 Nov 2020 | 4 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Willie Bradley featuring James Lloyd | It's My Time | 27 Mar 2021 | 1 | Willie Bradley crowdfunding letter: "Gorov Music Marketing will officially release the first single LIFE ON TOP" from album It's My Time (2019); this #1 is a later single from the same album campaign (second single "Over The Horizon" announced in Gorov house style). Album-campaign inference. Title track of that album. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Dave Koz featuring Paul Jackson Jr. | Dr. Norm | 1 May 2021 | 2 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Jonathan Fritzén | Keys to Paradise | 14 Aug 2021 | 1 | Jonathan Fritzen testimonial: Gorov helped him "reach #1 on every single Smooth Jazz Airplay Chart out there". Release announced via Gorov-template mailer ("We are excited to announce the release of..."). | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | On the Move | 9 Oct 2021 | 2 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Sundance | 25 Dec 2021 | 1 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz | The Closer We Get | 5 Feb 2022 | 1 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | Shadow Dancer | 14 May 2022 | 3 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Move Ahead | 11 Jun 2022 | 2 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz featuring Brian McKnight | Summertime in NYC | 20 Aug 2022 | 1 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James featuring Dontae Winslow | Bring It Back | 1 Oct 2022 | 1 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Carol Albert featuring Paul Brown | Paradigm Shift | 5 Nov 2022 | 1 | Carol Albert testimonial: Gorov handled her radio promotion from her first ("Mas Que Nada", 2016) onward, each single reaching radio via Gorov; carolalbertmusic.com credits "Gorov Music Marketing (Radio Promotion)" on Stronger Now (2020) and Sunshine Yellow/Seaside Story #1s thank Gorov. | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | Movin' and Shakin' | 12 Oct 2024 | 2 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Very Delicious | 2 Nov 2024 | 1 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | Slide | 7 Dec 2024 | 3 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Dave Koz and Adam Hawley | Automatic | 21 Dec 2024 | 2 | Dave Koz testimonial: Gorovs "deeply involved in every one of my albums" and propelled many singles to #1 (lead artist). Gorov-template holiday-single mailers for Koz 2018-2019 also on smoothjazzlife. | gorovmusic.com |
| Vincent Ingala | Let's Get to It | 31 May 2025 | 3 | Vincent Ingala testimonial: Gorovs "have promoted my music" (career-wide but less explicit than "all singles"; keep flagged). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Straight Up Down | 5 Jul 2025 | 1 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Boney James | The Bounce | 13 Dec 2025 | 1 | Boney James testimonial: Gorovs promoted him "for over 20 years ... since the beginning of my career" and "continue" (lead-artist single). | gorovmusic.com |
| Richard Elliot | Driftin' | 14 Feb 2026 | 1 | Richard Elliot testimonial: worked with Cliff and Jason Gorov "for the last twenty five years" (testimonial undated; applied to all 2005+ lead/co-lead singles). | gorovmusic.com |
| Carol Albert | City Walk | 2 May 2026 | 2 | Same Carol Albert career statement; City Walk (2025-26) falls between Gorov-credited Seaside Story (2025) and Gorov-promoted Vertical Horizon (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer); smoothjazzlife reprint uses Gorov mailer template. | gorovmusic.com |
| Tier C · client link only (not counted) | |||||
| Paul Brown | Winelite | 15 Apr 2006 | 5 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Walter Beasley | Ready for Love | 26 May 2007 | 2 | Walter Beasley: Gorov testimonial ("happy to be working with Gorov"); 2019 Gorov-voice mailers for It's Alright/Here; no tie to this single. | gorovmusic.com |
| Paul Brown | The Rhythm Method | 30 Jun 2007 | 3 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Jeff Golub featuring Richard Elliot | Ain't No Woman (Like the One I Got) | 10 Nov 2007 | 2 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Eric Darius | Goin' All Out | 18 Oct 2008 | 2 | Eric Darius: Gorov confirmed for Maputo Nights (2026) and thanks Gorov for "continuous efforts"; no single-specific or dated-period source for this single. | ericdarius.com |
| Walter Beasley | Steady as She Goes | 25 Jul 2009 | 5 | Walter Beasley: Gorov testimonial ("happy to be working with Gorov"); 2019 Gorov-voice mailers for It's Alright/Here; no tie to this single. | gorovmusic.com |
| Darren Rahn | Talk of the Town | 26 Sep 2009 | 3 | Darren Rahn contact page lists "RADIO PROMOTION - Jason Gorov, Gorov Music Marketing" (current, undated); no single-specific tie. | darrenrahn.com |
| Paul Taylor | Burnin' | 30 Jan 2010 | 2 | Paul Taylor: current Gorov client ("Sunlight" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Bernie Williams featuring Dave Koz | Ritmo De Otono | 15 May 2010 | 7 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Chris Standring | Bossa Blue | 10 Jul 2010 | 3 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Taylor | Push to Start | 6 Aug 2011 | 5 | Paul Taylor: current Gorov client ("Sunlight" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Chris Standring | Oliver's Twist | 17 Mar 2012 | 6 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown | The Funky Joint | 19 May 2012 | 4 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Julian Vaughn | On Your Feet | 13 Oct 2012 | 2 | Julian Vaughn: current Gorov client ("Give & Go" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Bob James | Backstage Pass | 29 Dec 2012 | 6 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Nicholas Cole featuring Vincent Ingala | Snap | 18 Jan 2014 | 1 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Oli Silk featuring Julian Vaughn | At Your Service | 8 Feb 2014 | 2 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Chris Standring | Sneakin' out the Front Door | 24 May 2014 | 1 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Taylor | Supernova | 31 May 2014 | 2 | Paul Taylor: current Gorov client ("Sunlight" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Julian Vaughn featuring Elan Trotman | Ride Along | 4 Jul 2015 | 2 | Julian Vaughn: current Gorov client ("Give & Go" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Walter Beasley | I'm Back | 10 Oct 2015 | 2 | Walter Beasley: Gorov testimonial ("happy to be working with Gorov"); 2019 Gorov-voice mailers for It's Alright/Here; no tie to this single. | gorovmusic.com |
| The JT Project | Overdrive | 9 Apr 2016 | 3 | The JT Project: Gorov promoted Backyard Brew (2018-19); no tie to this earlier single. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Darren Rahn | D-Luxe | 28 May 2016 | 2 | Darren Rahn contact page lists "RADIO PROMOTION - Jason Gorov, Gorov Music Marketing" (current, undated); no single-specific tie. | darrenrahn.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Eric Darius | 35th Street | 11 Jun 2016 | 5 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown | Put It Where You Want It | 26 Nov 2016 | 1 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Cindy Bradley featuring Chris Standring | Category A | 1 Apr 2017 | 1 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Paul Brown | Hush | 13 May 2017 | 2 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Chris Standring | Like This, Like That | 24 Jun 2017 | 1 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Euge Groove | I Don't Mind | 12 Aug 2017 | 3 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Chris Standring | Piccadilly Circus | 2 Dec 2017 | 3 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Marcus Anderson | Can You Feel It? | 28 Apr 2018 | 3 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Ragan Whiteside | Corey's Bop | 21 Jul 2018 | 1 | Ragan Whiteside: current Gorov client (In Love Reimagined 2026); nothing tying this earlier single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown | Boogaloo | 29 Sep 2018 | 2 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Brian Bromberg | Coupe De Ville | 13 Oct 2018 | 1 | Brian Bromberg: current Gorov client ("Apparently Not!" 2026 Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this 2018 single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Julian Vaughn | Traveling Mood | 20 Oct 2018 | 4 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| John Novello featuring Eric Marienthal | Good to Go | 30 Mar 2019 | 2 | Release mailer reprint uses Gorov house template ("Along with our friends at 529 Records, we are excited to announce the release of...") but does not name Gorov; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Julian Vaughn | Black Dynamite | 22 Jun 2019 | 2 | Julian Vaughn: current Gorov client ("Give & Go" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Chris Standring | Is There a Doctor in the House? | 21 Mar 2020 | 4 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Darren Rahn | Infinite Love | 9 May 2020 | 1 | Darren Rahn contact page lists "RADIO PROMOTION - Jason Gorov, Gorov Music Marketing" (current, undated); no single-specific tie. | darrenrahn.com |
| Oli Silk featuring Vincent Ingala | New Bounce | 11 Jul 2020 | 3 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Chris Standring | Shake You Up | 29 Aug 2020 | 1 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Julian Vaughn featuring Elan Trotman | Afternoon Delight | 5 Sep 2020 | 2 | Julian Vaughn: current Gorov client ("Give & Go" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Rick Braun | Escape | 31 Oct 2020 | 3 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Jeff Ryan | Nothin' but Love | 13 Mar 2021 | 2 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. This single is the follow-up from the same album (Ones Upon A Time) whose lead single "Notorious" was announced with that template. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Patrick Bradley | Exhale | 3 Apr 2021 | 1 | Patrick Bradley contact page lists "RADIO PROMOTION - Cliff & Jason Gorov, Gorov Music Marketing" (current, undated); Exhale produced by Darren Rahn (also Gorov client); no single-specific tie. | patrickbradley.com |
| Julian Vaughn | Sway | 24 Apr 2021 | 1 | Julian Vaughn: current Gorov client ("Give & Go" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Greg Manning | Sunrise Boulevard | 17 Jul 2021 | 1 | Greg Manning: Gorov client (testimonial; Top Down, Jolanda); no single-specific source for this one. | gorovmusic.com |
| Darren Rahn | Midnight Sun | 18 Sep 2021 | 1 | Darren Rahn contact page lists "RADIO PROMOTION - Jason Gorov, Gorov Music Marketing" (current, undated); no single-specific tie. | darrenrahn.com |
| Adam Hawley | Risin' Up | 30 Oct 2021 | 1 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Taylor | Straight to the Point | 4 Dec 2021 | 2 | Paul Taylor: current Gorov client ("Sunlight" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Nicholas Cole featuring Julian Vaughn | Feelings | 5 Mar 2022 | 1 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Chris Standring | Change the World | 19 Mar 2022 | 1 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Eric Valentine featuring Everette Harp and Greg Manning | Q's Vibe | 25 Jun 2022 | 1 | Eric Valentine: current Gorov client ("One Way Or Another" 2026 Gorov-signed mailer); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Taylor | Friday@5 | 6 Aug 2022 | 1 | Paul Taylor: current Gorov client ("Sunlight" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Ragan Whiteside | Thrill Ride | 13 Aug 2022 | 1 | Ragan Whiteside: current Gorov client (In Love Reimagined 2026); nothing tying this earlier single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Paul Brown | Secret Sauce | 17 Sep 2022 | 2 | Paul Brown/Woodward Avenue: 2019-2020 Paul Brown mailers ("Some Of This", "Notorious") use Gorov template "Along with our friends at Woodward Avenue Records, we are excited to announce..." - same wording as the Gorov-signed Jacqui Brown/Woodward Avenue mailer; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Vincent Ingala | Let's Get Down Tonight | 22 Oct 2022 | 2 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Mo Louis | Static | 16 Sep 2023 | 1 | Follow-up single mailer (2024) uses Gorov house template ("We are excited to announce ... It's the follow-up to Mo's #1 Billboard hit Static"); Gorov not named; template inference only. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Big Mike Hart featuring Boney James | Cigar Lounge | 20 Apr 2024 | 3 | Featured artist is a Gorov client (lead artist not shown to be a Gorov client). | gorovmusic.com |
| Elan Trotman | Runnin' Hot | 9 Nov 2024 | 3 | Elan Trotman: 2019 Gorov mailer ("Got To Give It Up", quote from Cliff Gorov); no tie to this single. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Les Sabler | Patches' Groove | 15 Feb 2025 | 1 | Les Sabler 2020 "Keep Pushin'" mailer uses Gorov house template; Gorov not named; no tie to this single. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com |
| Chris Standring | Top Hat & Tails | 3 May 2025 | 2 | Chris Standring: current Gorov client ("All The Good Times" 2026, Gorov-signed mailer/homepage/Instagram); no tie to this single. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Judah Sealy | Absolute Love | 17 May 2025 | 1 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Eric Darius | Too Good 2 Let Go | 16 Aug 2025 | 2 | Eric Darius: Gorov confirmed for Maputo Nights (2026) and thanks Gorov for "continuous efforts"; no single-specific or dated-period source for this single. | ericdarius.com |
| Adam Hawley | RollerSk8 | 24 Jan 2026 | 3 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Byron Miller featuring Ragan Whiteside | Any Time, Any Place | 28 Feb 2026 | 1 | Byron Miller: Gorov testimonial ("these are my guys") and current Gorov single "Secrets of Love" (homepage, 2026); Any Time Any Place press (Great Scott) names no promoter. | gorovmusic.com |
| Adam Hawley featuring Everette Harp | Electric | 13 Jun 2026 | 2 | Adam Hawley: Gorov confirmed for Uptop (2023) and Power Move (2026, Gorov homepage/mailer) and Julian Vaughn "Give & Go" ft. Hawley (2026); no source ties Gorov to this single (Hawley PR = Great Scott; label Kalimba->MBF). | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is the New Hip) | 15 Aug 2026 | 1 | Bob Baldwin: 2022 single "You Got This!" mailer signed "Gorov Music Marketing"; HEPnotic press sourced from artist, no promoter named. | news.theurbanmusicscene.com |
| Tier D · pre-2005 R&R number ones, other charts and year-end (not counted) | |||||
| Boney James | Seduction (album) | R&R NAC Albums #1 for 17 weeks (1996). R&R 4/19/1996 photo: Warner Bros. luncheon honoring the #1 album attended by All That Jazz President Cliff Gorov and All That Jazz's Jason Gorov; plus Boney career testimonial. Album chart, not single; verified in R&R scan. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Terry Wollman | Mandela | #1 Smooth Jazz Top 20 (SmoothJazz.com), peak #4 Billboard, c.2011 (Buddha's Ear). Wollman testimonial credits Gorov; chart claim per testimonial + Wikipedia, not independently verified. | gorovmusic.com | ||
| Greg Manning | first single (title not verified; possibly "Sugar and Spice") | Manning testimonial: "My first single went #1 on Smooth Jazz Top 20, and Top 5 on Billboard" via Gorov. Non-Billboard #1; title unverified (bio says "Sugar and Spice" reached #5 Billboard). | gorovmusic.com | ||
| Walter Beasley | It's Alright | Called "Beasley's #1 single" (non-Billboard chart, 2019) in follow-up mailer; both mailers in Gorov house voice ("is killer. We think it's Walter's best song") but Gorov not named. Unverified. | smoothjazzlife.wordpress.com | ||
13 Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay number ones credited, 33 weeks at No. 1.
| Artist | Song | First week at No. 1 | Weeks | Basis for credit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier A · single-specific credit | |||||
| Walter Beasley | Ready for Love | 26 May 2007 | 2 | Heads Up ad in R&R May 18, 2007 (the week before the May 26, 2007 Billboard #1): 'Walter sends all his love and thanks you all for the tremendous support on having a #1 single! WALTER BEASLEY - Neal Sapper nsapper@headsup.com - Heads Up'. Sapper was Heads Up's radio promotion (R&R Mar 17, 2006 Heads Up label profile: 'Promotion contact: Neal Sapper'). R&R Dec 7, 2007 year-end ranks 'Ready For Love' #6 for the year. | worldradiohistory.com |
| Bob James Trio | Topside | 6 Jul 2019 | 3 | NWnJ's own project one-sheet 'Bob James – "Topside" (Evosound)' (posted Dec 10, 2018) lists the single among the firm's smooth jazz projects. | web.archive.org |
| Michael J Thomas | I'll Never Love Again | 24 Aug 2019 | 1 | NWnJ one-sheet for the single, written by partner Matt Hughes (May 15, 2019), Harbor Breeze Records. | web.archive.org |
| Alex Parchment featuring Phillip Doc Martin | Vibin' in Time | 1 Aug 2020 | 1 | NWnJ one-sheet for the single (Mar 26, 2020, Next Paradigm), posted by NWnJ's Kim Giles. | web.archive.org |
| Le Sonic featuring Robert Lee | Any Moment | 19 Feb 2022 | 1 | NWnJ one-sheet (Sep 2, 2021), and Le Sonic's Gary Lefkowith told Smooth Jazz Network that the song hit #1 on Billboard, Mediabase and SJN and that 'Neal Sapper did the hard work of getting the Smooth Jazz panel on board... Neal had it covered.' | smoothjazznetwork.com |
| Le Sonic featuring Lauran Beluzo and Robert Lee | I'll Be the One | 15 Oct 2022 | 1 | NWnJ one-sheet for the single (June 9, 2022, Generic Records/Orchard); NWnJ's later Le Sonic sheet calls it 'a Billboard #1'. | web.archive.org |
| Bobby Lyle featuring Nathan East | Nujazzy | 18 Feb 2023 | 5 | NWnJ one-sheet for the single (Nov 9, 2022), plus Discogs credits 'Promotion – Neal Sapper' on the parent album Ivory Flow (New Warrior Music, 2022). | web.archive.org |
| Phylicia Rae featuring Gerald Albright | On My Way | 28 Oct 2023 | 1 | NWnJ one-sheet for the single (May 24, 2023, Next Paradigm). | web.archive.org |
| Jonathan Butler | Bon Appetit | 9 Mar 2024 | 3 | NWnJ one-sheet 'Jonathan Butler – "Bon Appétit" – Mack Avenue' (Nov 30, 2023). | web.archive.org |
| Norman Brown | Anything | 1 Jun 2024 | 5 | NWnJ one-sheet 'Norman Brown – "Anything" – Shanachie' (Mar 9, 2024). | web.archive.org |
| Le Sonic featuring Lauran Beluzo | Take It or Leave It | 22 Jun 2024 | 1 | NWnJ one-sheet 'Le Sonic – "Take It Or Leave It" – Generic Records' (Mar 9, 2024). | web.archive.org |
| Phylicia Rae | Take Your Time | 30 May 2026 | 2 | NWnJ one-sheet for the single (Jan 13, 2026, Next Paradigm). | newworldnjazz.com |
| Tier B · firm list, album credit or career-wide statement | |||||
| Candy Dulfer | L.A. City Lights | 8 Dec 2007 | 7 | Heads Up single. R&R Dec 7, 2007 year-end: 'Dave Love's independent label Heads Up International climbs to No. 3 ... with nine tracks charting in 2007, thanks to Neal Sapper's tireless efforts'. The R&R Aug 17, 2007 Concord/Heads Up ad lists 'Neal Sapper, Heads Up' as the smooth jazz promotion contact. This is a label-wide credit for Heads Up's 2007 charting tracks; no source names Sapper for this single specifically. Candy Dulfer is also on NWnJ's client list. | worldradiohistory.com |
| Tier C · client link only (not counted) | |||||
| Paul Hardcastle | Serene | 22 Oct 2005 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jazzmasters | Free as the Wind | 28 Oct 2006 | 4 | Client link only: The Jazzmasters is on the NWnJ roster (R&R May 21 and Jun 4, 1999: Jazzmasters "Lost in Space" (TNR/Hardcastle) worked by Stuart Love, David Kunert and indie Neal Sapper). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Kirk Whalum | Give Me the Reason | 27 Jan 2007 | 7 | Client link only: Kirk Whalum is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2025, e.g. "Kirk Whalum -“All I Want For Christmas” – Mack Avenue")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Mindi Abair | Bloom | 3 Mar 2007 | 2 | Client link only: Mindi Abair is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Norman Brown | Let's Take a Ride | 21 Jul 2007 | 7 | Client link only: Norman Brown is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Lucky Star | 23 Feb 2008 | 6 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jessy J | Tequila Moon | 24 May 2008 | 7 | Client link only: Jessy J is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chuck Loeb | Window of the Soul | 12 Jul 2008 | 1 | Client link only: Chuck Loeb is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Walter Beasley | Steady as She Goes | 25 Jul 2009 | 5 | Client link only: Walter Beasley is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jessy J | Tropical Rain | 17 Oct 2009 | 2 | Client link only: Jessy J is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Taylor | Burnin' | 30 Jan 2010 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Taylor is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Najee | Sweet Summer Nights | 27 Feb 2010 | 2 | Client link only: Najee is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Bossa Blue | 10 Jul 2010 | 3 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Mindi Abair | Be Beautiful | 28 Aug 2010 | 2 | Client link only: Mindi Abair is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jazzmasters | Touch and Go | 9 Oct 2010 | 1 | Client link only: The Jazzmasters is on the NWnJ roster (R&R May 21 and Jun 4, 1999: Jazzmasters "Lost in Space" (TNR/Hardcastle) worked by Stuart Love, David Kunert and indie Neal Sapper). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| David Benoit | Botswana Bossa Nova | 11 Jun 2011 | 6 | Client link only: David Benoit is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Taylor | Push to Start | 6 Aug 2011 | 5 | Client link only: Paul Taylor is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Easy Come Easy Go | 5 Nov 2011 | 3 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Najee | Perfect Nites | 10 Mar 2012 | 1 | Client link only: Najee is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Oliver's Twist | 17 Mar 2012 | 6 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Big Brother | 5 May 2012 | 2 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| David Benoit | Feelin' It | 11 Aug 2012 | 6 | Client link only: David Benoit is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright / Norman Brown | In the Moment | 15 Sep 2012 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright, Norman Brown is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | City | 6 Oct 2012 | 1 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Fourplay | Sonnymoon | 8 Dec 2012 | 2 | Client link only: Fourplay is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Bob James | Backstage Pass | 29 Dec 2012 | 6 | Client link only: Bob James (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2019-2023, e.g. "Bob James – “Topside” (Evosound)")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright / Norman Brown | Champagne Life | 9 Feb 2013 | 4 | Client link only: Gerald Albright, Norman Brown is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | No Stress | 30 Mar 2013 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Dave Koz featuring Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair and Richard Elliot | Got to Get You into My Life | 20 Jul 2013 | 7 | Client link only: Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Bob James and David Sanborn | Deep in the Weeds | 24 Aug 2013 | 3 | Client link only: Bob James is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2019-2023, e.g. "Bob James – “Topside” (Evosound)")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Hacienda | 30 Nov 2013 | 6 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Pieces of a Dream | Stepper's D Lite | 11 Jan 2014 | 3 | Client link only: Pieces of a Dream is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2025-2025, e.g. "Pieces of a Dream – “We Got This” – Shanachie")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Brian Culbertson featuring Chuck Loeb | Fullerton Ave. | 22 Mar 2014 | 8 | Client link only: Chuck Loeb (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Down to the Bone | The Sweetness | 17 May 2014 | 2 | Client link only: Down To The Bone is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Sneakin' out the Front Door | 24 May 2014 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Taylor | Supernova | 31 May 2014 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Taylor is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jonathan Butler | African Breeze | 6 Sep 2014 | 3 | Client link only: Jonathan Butler is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2024, e.g. "Jonathan Butler – “Coming Home” – Mac Avenue Music Group")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jazz Funk Soul | Serious Business | 4 Oct 2014 | 3 | Client link only: Jazz Funk Soul is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2022-2026, e.g. "Jazz Funk Soul – “Hustle” – Shanachie")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Slam Dunk | 25 Oct 2014 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Kim Waters | Go-Go Smooth | 25 Apr 2015 | 2 | Client link only: Kim Waters is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2025-2026, e.g. "Kim Waters – “The Pacemaker” – Shanachie"); R&R May 7, 1999 NWnJ ad ("Results: Kim Waters, Patti Austin, Norman Brown, Braxton Brothers")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gregg Karukas featuring Ricardo Silveira, Shelby Flint and Ron Boustead | Rio Drive | 8 Aug 2015 | 3 | Client link only: Ricardo Silveira (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2021, e.g. "Ricardo Silveira – Solo – Moondo Music")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Najee | Fly with the Wind | 29 Aug 2015 | 2 | Client link only: Najee is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jeff Golub featuring Philippe Saisse and Kirk Whalum | Swagster | 12 Sep 2015 | 4 | Client link only: Kirk Whalum (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2025, e.g. "Kirk Whalum -“All I Want For Christmas” – Mack Avenue")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Walter Beasley | I'm Back | 10 Oct 2015 | 2 | Client link only: Walter Beasley is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Because of You | 24 Oct 2015 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Get Up | 19 Dec 2015 | 8 | Client link only: Jeff Lorber is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Fourplay | Silverado | 13 Feb 2016 | 2 | Client link only: Fourplay is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| The JT Project | Overdrive | 9 Apr 2016 | 3 | Client link only: JT Project is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2022-2022, e.g. "JT Project – “On The Road” – Next Paradigm")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier A. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Steve Cole | Mirage | 6 Aug 2016 | 1 | Client link only: Steve Cole is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2024-2026, e.g. "Steve Cole – “One, Two!” – Mack Avenue")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Taking Control | 5 Nov 2016 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Echoes Rising | 3 Dec 2016 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Cindy Bradley featuring Chris Standring | Category A | 1 Apr 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Kayla Waters featuring Kim Waters | I Am | 8 Apr 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Kayla Waters is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2026, e.g. "Kayla Waters – “Undulation” – Shanachie")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Like This, Like That | 24 Jun 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Norman Brown | It Keeps Coming Back | 8 Jul 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Norman Brown is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| David Benoit and Marc Antoine | Caminando | 9 Sep 2017 | 4 | Client link only: David Benoit is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Frankie B. | 7 Oct 2017 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Najee featuring Incognito | Let's Take It Back | 11 Nov 2017 | 3 | Client link only: Najee is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Brown featuring Chris Standring | Piccadilly Circus | 2 Dec 2017 | 3 | Client link only: Chris Standring (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Michael J Thomas | Baby Coffee | 23 Dec 2017 | 3 | Client link only: Michael J Thomas is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2019-2022, e.g. "Michael J Thomas – “I’ll Never Love Again” – Harbor Breeze Records")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Lin Rountree | Pass the Groove | 13 Jan 2018 | 3 | Client link only: Lin Rountree is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| ThreeStyle featuring Magdalena Chovancova | Ready to Go | 9 Jun 2018 | 2 | Client link only: Threestyle is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2021, e.g. "Threestyle – “Prime Time” – Welovemusic")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Brian Bromberg | Coupe De Ville | 13 Oct 2018 | 1 | Client link only: Brian Bromberg is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2024, e.g. "Brian Bromberg – “Feliz Navidad” ft. Najee – Mack Avenue")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Kayla Waters | Zephyr | 24 Nov 2018 | 4 | Client link only: Kayla Waters is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2026, e.g. "Kayla Waters – “Undulation” – Shanachie")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| The JT Project featuring Najee | Backyard Brew | 26 Jan 2019 | 4 | Client link only: JT Project is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2022-2022, e.g. "JT Project – “On The Road” – Next Paradigm")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Norman Brown | The King Is Here | 13 Apr 2019 | 2 | Client link only: Norman Brown is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Happy Go Lucky | 4 May 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| The Rippingtons featuring Russ Freeman | Silver Arrows | 11 May 2019 | 3 | Client link only: Rippingtons is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gregory Goodloe | Stylin' | 15 Jun 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Gregory Goodloe is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2023, e.g. "Gregory Goodloe – “In Paradise” – Hip Jazz Records")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Dave Koz / Gerald Albright / Rick Braun / Richard Elliot / Aubrey Logan | Before I Let Go | 2 Nov 2019 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Kayla Waters | Full Bloom | 14 Dec 2019 | 6 | Client link only: Kayla Waters is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2026, e.g. "Kayla Waters – “Undulation” – Shanachie")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Dancing Galaxies | 1 Feb 2020 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jacob Webb featuring Stantawn Kendrick | Details | 22 Feb 2020 | 4 | Client link only: Jacob Webb is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2024-2026, e.g. "Jacob Webb – “Childhood Memories” – Next Paradigm")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Is There a Doctor in the House? | 21 Mar 2020 | 4 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Latitude | 15 Aug 2020 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Shake You Up | 29 Aug 2020 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Lin Rountree | Fluid | 3 Oct 2020 | 1 | Client link only: Lin Rountree is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Better Days Ahead | 26 Dec 2020 | 4 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Welcome to the Beach | 10 Apr 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Norman Brown | Just Groovin' | 15 May 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Norman Brown is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Blake Aaron featuring Najee | Sunday Strut | 12 Jun 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Najee (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Hope | 26 Jun 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Lin Rountree | Release | 4 Sep 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Lin Rountree is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Steve Cole | Living Out Loud | 11 Sep 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Steve Cole is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2024-2026, e.g. "Steve Cole – “One, Two!” – Mack Avenue")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle | Tropicool | 23 Oct 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Kayla Waters | Open Portals | 6 Nov 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Kayla Waters is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2026, e.g. "Kayla Waters – “Undulation” – Shanachie")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Christian de Mesones featuring Bob James | Hispanica | 13 Nov 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Bob James (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2019-2023, e.g. "Bob James – “Topside” (Evosound)")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| The Saxtress Pamela Williams featuring Gerald Albright | Serendipity | 27 Nov 2021 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Taylor | Straight to the Point | 4 Dec 2021 | 2 | Client link only: Paul Taylor is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Crazy | 22 Jan 2022 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jacob Webb featuring Jazmin Ghent | Nothing Better | 12 Feb 2022 | 2 | Client link only: Jacob Webb is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2024-2026, e.g. "Jacob Webb – “Childhood Memories” – Next Paradigm")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Change the World | 19 Mar 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Hardcastle featuring Rock Hendricks | Wavelength | 9 Apr 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Hardcastle is on the NWnJ roster (R&R Jun 4, 1999: "promotion team of independents David Kunert and Neal Sapper" for Trippin 'N' Rhythm / Hardcastle Records). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | G Wiggle | 4 Jun 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| The Braxton Brothers | Catalina Nights | 9 Jul 2022 | 2 | Client link only: Braxton Brothers is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier B. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Paul Taylor | Friday@5 | 6 Aug 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Paul Taylor is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Quintin Gerard W. featuring Michael Broening | Broken Promises | 17 Dec 2022 | 1 | Client link only: Quintin Gerard W. is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2021, e.g. "Quintin Gerard W. ft. Jacob Webb – “Sprigs of Spring” – OTS Music")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Mindi Abair | Nothing Ever Hurt like You | 7 Jan 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Mindi Abair is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Candy Dulfer featuring Nile Rodgers | Convergency | 11 Feb 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Candy Dulfer is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Jimmy B. | It's Personal | 1 Apr 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Jimmy B. is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2026-2026, e.g. "Jimmy B. – “Keep It Movin'” – WKM Records")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Quintin Gerard W. | On a Roll | 1 Jul 2023 | 3 | Client link only: Quintin Gerard W. is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2021, e.g. "Quintin Gerard W. ft. Jacob Webb – “Sprigs of Spring” – OTS Music")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Michael Broening featuring Marion Meadows | Talk to Me | 19 Aug 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Marion Meadows (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Lin Rountree featuring Ryan La Valette | Solid | 9 Sep 2023 | 1 | Client link only: Lin Rountree is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Michael Lington | South Bay | 2 Dec 2023 | 7 | Client link only: Michael Lington is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Quintin Gerard W. | Tell Me Something | 27 Apr 2024 | 1 | Client link only: Quintin Gerard W. is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2021, e.g. "Quintin Gerard W. ft. Jacob Webb – “Sprigs of Spring” – OTS Music")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Full Throttle | 27 Jul 2024 | 3 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gregory Goodloe | Groovin' On | 21 Sep 2024 | 2 | Client link only: Gregory Goodloe is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2023, e.g. "Gregory Goodloe – “In Paradise” – Hip Jazz Records")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Chris Standring | Top Hat & Tails | 3 May 2025 | 2 | Client link only: Chris Standring is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Lin Rountree | So Naturally | 21 Jun 2025 | 2 | Client link only: Lin Rountree is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Mindi Abair | Oooh-Aah (Catalina) | 12 Jul 2025 | 1 | Client link only: Mindi Abair is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | Living My Best Life | 13 Sep 2025 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Brian Culbertson featuring Marcus Miller and Sheila E. | On the Road | 18 Oct 2025 | 2 | Client link only: Sheila E (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Nathan Mitchell featuring Patrick Bryant and Mo'Horns | Feel the Heat | 1 Nov 2025 | 1 | Client link only: Mo’Horns (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2021-2021, e.g. "Mo’Horns – “Unity” ft. Dennis Chambers and Jae Deal – DMJ Records")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Adrian Crutchfield | Sooo Good | 8 Nov 2025 | 3 | Client link only: Adrian Crutchfield is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2020-2022, e.g. "Adrian Crutchfield – “Go Girl” – Quest Media Group")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Althea Rene featuring Jordan Love | Synergy | 21 Feb 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Jordan Love (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2024-2025, e.g. "Jordan Love – “Takeoff” – Next Paradigm")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Rick Braun featuring Tom Scott | Give It All You Got | 21 Mar 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Tom Scott (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Gerald Albright | More Than Enough | 16 May 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Gerald Albright is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Najee and Will Downing | Catch a Feelin' | 11 Jul 2026 | 1 | Client link only: Najee is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. NOTE: Future Groove Promotion (Kunert) holds this single at tier A. | newworldnjazz.com |
| David Benoit and Jeff Lorber | Boarding Pass | 18 Jul 2026 | 1 | Client link only: David Benoit, Jeff Lorber is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Adrian Crutchfield featuring Nicholas Cole | Hypnotic | 1 Aug 2026 | 2 | Client link only: Adrian Crutchfield is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2020-2022, e.g. "Adrian Crutchfield – “Go Girl” – Quest Media Group")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is the New Hip) | 15 Aug 2026 | 1 | Client link only: Bob Baldwin is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ 'Testimonials & Clients' page, Artists We Have Worked With (current, newworldnjazz.com/clients/); NWnJ clients.html 'Artists We Have Worked With (partial list)' (c. 2007-2011 version)). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Greg Manning featuring Kirk Whalum | Jolanda | 19 Sep 2026 | 1 | Client link only: Kirk Whalum (as FEATURED guest only) is on the NWnJ roster (NWnJ project one-sheet(s) on newworldnjazz.com (archived listing snapshots 2023-2025, e.g. "Kirk Whalum -“All I Want For Christmas” – Mack Avenue")). No source ties NWnJ to this single. | newworldnjazz.com |
| Tier D · pre-2005 R&R number ones, other charts and year-end (not counted) | |||||
| Phylicia Rae | Right On Time (ft. Jazmin Ghent) | NWnJ's Jan 2026 sheet calls it one of 'three consecutive #1 radio singles'. NWnJ promoted it, but it was never a Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay #1, so the #1 was on some other chart. | web.archive.org | ||
| Phylicia Rae w/ Norman Brown | No Regrets | The same NWnJ sheet calls it a '#1 radio single'. NWnJ promoted it (project listed Mar 2025), but it was never a Billboard weekly #1, so the chart is unconfirmed. | web.archive.org | ||
| New World 'n' Jazz (firm-wide) | 2025 season totals | The NWnJ homepage says that across Billboard, Mediabase, Smooth Jazz Network, Groove Jazz Music and SmoothJazz.com, clients were top 5 every week of 2025, with 'Smooth Jazz / 50 weeks top 5 / 16 weeks #1' and 'A total of 28 #1s for the year' (including 12 JazzWeek #1 weeks). No NWnJ-listed single was a Billboard #1 in 2025, so these #1s were on other charts. | newworldnjazz.com | ||
| Le Sonic | (year-end) #1 Billboard Smooth Jazz Group | NWnJ's Mar 2024 Le Sonic sheet says 'Last year, Le Sonic was the #1 Billboard Smooth Jazz Gro[up]'. This is a year-end ranking, not a weekly #1. | web.archive.org | ||
| Le Sonic featuring Robert Lee | Any Moment (Mediabase / Smooth Jazz Network) | Lefkowith says the song was #1 on Billboard, Mediabase and the Smooth Jazz Network chart in the same week (Feb 17 [2022]). The Billboard #1 is confirmed for the 2022-02-19 chart; the other two charts are unverified. | smoothjazznetwork.com | ||
| Norman Brown | Better Days Ahead | R&R NAC Tracks #1, Aug 2, 1996 (MoJAZZ/Motown). Still in the top slot on Aug 23, 1996. Tie is client-link strength only: Norman Brown is on NWnJ's client lists and in NWnJ's R&R May 7, 1999 'Results' ad. No source names NWnJ for this single. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Walter Beasley | I Feel You | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1, Jan 29, 1999 (Shanachie): 'Walter Beasley whose "I Feel You" (Shanachie) claims the top spot'. Client-link strength only (Beasley is on NWnJ's client list; Sapper worked his Heads Up singles in 2007). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Najee | Room to Breathe | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1, Feb 12, 1999 (Verve Forecast): 'Congratulations to Najee, whose "Room to Breathe" ... claims No. 1 this week'. Client-link strength only. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Norman Brown | Out 'a Nowhere | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1 in Sep-Oct 1999 (Warner Bros.). R&R Oct 1 and Oct 8, 1999: 'holds on to No. 1'. NWnJ's R&R ad of May 7, 1999 lists Norman Brown under 'Results', but it predates this single and names no track. Client-link strength only. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Kim Waters | Secrets Told | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz #1, Feb 11, 2000 (Shanachie): 'Kim Waters' "Secrets Told" (Shanachie) finally won the gold this week'. Kim Waters is listed in NWnJ's May 7, 1999 R&R 'Results' ad. Client-link strength only. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Kim Waters | Waterfall | R&R Smooth Jazz #1 in May-Jun 2003 (Shanachie). R&R Jun 13, 2003: 'is in its fourth week at No. 1'. Client-link strength only (1999 NWnJ ad; later NWnJ one-sheets 2025-26). | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Kim Waters | The Ride | R&R Smooth Jazz #1 in Mar-Apr 2004 (Shanachie). R&R Apr 2, 2004: 'fifth consecutive week at No. 1 for Kim Waters' "Ride"'. Client-link strength only. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
3 Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay number ones credited, 14 weeks at No. 1.
| Artist | Song | First week at No. 1 | Weeks | Basis for credit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier A · single-specific credit | |||||
| Lindsey Webster | Fool Me Once | 27 Feb 2016 | 4 | Harner (her manager): "I sent the song to [PD] Trinity, who added it. I then sent it to other programmers in the genre." A 2017 Star Tribune piece quotes another artist calling Harner "my radio promoter." The song was #1 for 4 weeks. | billboard.com |
| Jackiem Joyner | Missing You | 22 Jul 2023 | 2 | Joyner (LinkedIn, July 2023, on the song reaching #1 on Billboard and Mediabase): "a huge thanks to my radio promoter, Bud Harner. His tireless efforts ensured 'Missing You' reached radio stations across the nation." An earlier post (March 2023) thanks "my radio promoter Bud Harner for making it happen" when the single went to radio. An X post (Dec 2023) thanks Harner and radio for the song's support. Harner also has a "Promotion [Radio Promoter]" credit on Joyner's 2019 album Touch (Discogs). | linkedin.com |
| Tier B · firm list, album credit or career-wide statement | |||||
| Brian Culbertson featuring Chuck Loeb | Fullerton Ave. | 22 Mar 2014 | 8 | Harner is credited with "Promotion" on the album Another Long Night Out (2014), per Discogs. Fullerton Ave. was the album's #1 single. No source names this single specifically. | discogs.com |
| Tier C · client link only (not counted) | |||||
| Brian Culbertson | Hookin' Up | 5 Nov 2005 | 4 | Harner was executive producer of It's On Tonight as Verve/GRP VP/A&R. The Verve promotion head at the time was Sr. VP Suzanne Berg. The #1 run (Nov 2005) came as he was dismissed (R&R 12/16/2005), before his indie work for Verve. | discogs.com |
| Mindi Abair | Bloom | 3 Mar 2007 | 2 | Harner was executive producer of Life Less Ordinary and became her manager at Chapman in about January 2007. In 2007 he said that as Verve's independent smooth jazz promoter after his December 2005 dismissal he "did work Brian and Mindi's singles." That work predates his Rendezvous A&R stint (by Nov 2006). Bloom first appears in R&R in Nov 2006, so there is no evidence he promoted this single. Kept at C; it could become B if a source dates his indie work to late 2006. | smoothviews.com |
| David Benoit | Botswana Bossa Nova | 11 Jun 2011 | 6 | Manager (album credit). No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| David Benoit | Feelin' It | 11 Aug 2012 | 6 | Executive producer / manager. No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Jeff Golub with Brian Auger | Pusherman | 28 Sep 2013 | 6 | Manager (Jeff Golub client at Chapman). No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Hacienda | 30 Nov 2013 | 6 | Manager (Discogs "Management" credit on Hacienda). No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Jeff Golub featuring Philippe Saisse and Kirk Whalum | Swagster | 12 Sep 2015 | 4 | Associated with The Vault as producer/manager. No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Jeff Lorber Fusion | Get Up | 19 Dec 2015 | 8 | Manager. No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Lindsey Webster | Where Do You Want to Go | 27 May 2017 | 2 | He is her manager (album management credit). The Star Tribune (2017) calls him a radio promoter, but no source ties him to this single. | startribune.com |
| David Benoit and Marc Antoine | Caminando | 9 Sep 2017 | 4 | Producer / manager of So Nice!. No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Keiko Matsui featuring Gretchen Parlato | Spirit Dance | 27 Apr 2019 | 1 | Manager/producer of Echo (Discogs: "Keiko Matsui Management At Chapman & Co"). No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Keiko Matsui | Moon Over Gotham | 31 Aug 2019 | 2 | Manager/producer of Echo. No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Rick Braun | Crossroads | 19 Oct 2019 | 2 | Co-producer of Crossroads (Discogs). No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Mindi Abair | Nothing Ever Hurt like You | 7 Jan 2023 | 1 | Producer of Forever; her manager. No radio promotion source found. | discogs.com |
| Mindi Abair | Oooh-Aah (Catalina) | 12 Jul 2025 | 1 | Her manager (Smooth Jazz News, May 2020, says she "returned ... to her manager Bud Harner"). No radio promotion source found. | issuu.com |
| Tier D · pre-2005 R&R number ones, other charts and year-end (not counted) | |||||
| Grant Geissman | Flying Colors (album; R&R NAC chart was album-based before 1995; chart lists top tracks "Long..." and "Hang...") | R&R NAC National Airplay chart #1 on 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26 and 5/3/1991 (5 weeks). Verified from rank columns in the worldradiohistory R&R PDFs: 4/5 LW3 to TW1; 4/12 1-1; 4/19 1-1; 4/26 first line (LW1); 5/3 1-1; 5/10 LW1 to TW3. Label: Bluemoon. Harner was at Mesa/Bluemoon from mid-1990. He says he moved from in-house booking to promotion "after about six months" (SmoothViews 2007). R&R 6/25/1993 says he "has really done an outstanding job of building a successful radio promotion department" when it promoted him to Sr. Director/National Promotion. R&R ads in 1994-95 list "Contact Bud Harner" for Bluemoon titles. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Grant Geissman | Time Will Tell (album; R&R NAC chart was album-based before 1995; top track "Time...") | R&R NAC National Airplay chart #1 on 6/12/1992 (1 week; LW7, first line). Randy Crawford was #1 on 6/19. Label: Bluemoon. Harner was at Mesa/Bluemoon from mid-1990. He says he moved from in-house booking to promotion "after about six months" (SmoothViews 2007). R&R 6/25/1993 says he "has really done an outstanding job of building a successful radio promotion department" when it promoted him to Sr. Director/National Promotion. R&R ads in 1994-95 list "Contact Bud Harner" for Bluemoon titles. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Uncle Festive | (single from Drive Down the Sun, 1992; title not named) | Harner (SmoothViews 2007): "We had a #1 single on the last album, which I co-produced ... Only on the MAC report." He was working promotion at Mesa/Bluemoon then, and Discogs credits him with Promotion on Drive Down the Sun (Bluemoon 1992). Chart: MAC report (not R&R, not Billboard). The single title and date are not verified. | smoothviews.com | ||
| Herbie Hancock | Thieves In The Temple | R&R NAC Tracks Top 30 #1 by total plays. 5/17/1996: 541 plays vs Rippingtons 504 and Doc Powell 528. Week of 5/24/1996: 547 per the LW column of the 5/31 issue, vs Doc Powell 534; the 5/24 issue is not on worldradiohistory. 7/26/1996: 596 vs Joe Sample 586. So 3 weeks, non-consecutive. Doc Powell led 5/31, 6/7, 6/28, 7/12 and 7/19. Label: Verve. In 1996 Harner was Verve Records "Director/National Promotion" (R&R 7/26/1996, calling him "Harner" in a profile), working under Verve Group Dir./National NAC & Jazz Promotion Rachel Lewis. R&R 11/15/1996 quotes Lewis describing airplay as "a team effort between [Promotion Manager] Bud Harner ... and myself." In R&R 1/9/2009 Harner himself says: "Remember 'Thieves in the Temple' [by Herbie Hancock]? ... it became our No. [1] song in R&R." | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Lee Ritenour | Water To Drink | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz Tracks #1 by total plays for 6 weeks: 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16 and 5/23/1997. Plays were 907, 917, 930, 917, 934 and 896, vs runners-up Gota 819/846/848/824 and Rick Braun 882/891. Taken from TW/LW/2W columns across consecutive issues. Label: i.e./Verve. Harner is named "Verve Dir./Natl. Promotion" (R&R 4/11/1997). R&R 12/12/1997 year-end credits "i.e. Pres. Mark Wexler, not to mention Verve Group's promotion honcho Bud Harner" for Verve being the #1 NAC label of 1997. Gavin (2/13/1998) named him National Promotion Person of the Year (Verve Records). Harner (SmoothViews 2007) says that after Rachel Lewis moved to sales he "ended up heading the promotion department" and "by '98 I was the VP of promotion." i.e. music was distributed by Verve. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Chris Botti | The Way Home | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz Tracks #1 on 8/8/1997 (914 plays vs Boney James 900). Label: Verve Forecast. Harner is named "Verve Dir./Natl. Promotion" (R&R 4/11/1997). R&R 12/12/1997 year-end credits "i.e. Pres. Mark Wexler, not to mention Verve Group's promotion honcho Bud Harner" for Verve being the #1 NAC label of 1997. Gavin (2/13/1998) named him National Promotion Person of the Year (Verve Records). Harner (SmoothViews 2007) says that after Rachel Lewis moved to sales he "ended up heading the promotion department" and "by '98 I was the VP of promotion." i.e. music was distributed by Verve. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Phillipe Saisse | Moanin' | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz Tracks #1 on 9/12/1997 (828, from the LW column of 9/19, vs Paul Taylor 810) and 9/19/1997 (856 vs Avenue Blue 853). Label: Verve Forecast. Harner is named "Verve Dir./Natl. Promotion" (R&R 4/11/1997). R&R 12/12/1997 year-end credits "i.e. Pres. Mark Wexler, not to mention Verve Group's promotion honcho Bud Harner" for Verve being the #1 NAC label of 1997. Gavin (2/13/1998) named him National Promotion Person of the Year (Verve Records). Harner (SmoothViews 2007) says that after Rachel Lewis moved to sales he "ended up heading the promotion department" and "by '98 I was the VP of promotion." i.e. music was distributed by Verve. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Chris Botti | Regroovable | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz Tracks #1 on 11/28/1997 (927, from the LW column of 12/5, vs Jonathan Butler 860) and 12/5/1997 (916 vs Brian Culbertson 877). Label: Verve Forecast. Harner is named "Verve Dir./Natl. Promotion" (R&R 4/11/1997). R&R 12/12/1997 year-end credits "i.e. Pres. Mark Wexler, not to mention Verve Group's promotion honcho Bud Harner" for Verve being the #1 NAC label of 1997. Gavin (2/13/1998) named him National Promotion Person of the Year (Verve Records). Harner (SmoothViews 2007) says that after Rachel Lewis moved to sales he "ended up heading the promotion department" and "by '98 I was the VP of promotion." i.e. music was distributed by Verve. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Lee Ritenour | Ooh-Yeah | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz Tracks #1 on 9/4, 9/11 and 9/18/1998 (1050, 962 and 937 plays vs Marc Antoine 989, 937 and 927). Label: i.e./Verve. R&R late 1998 names him "Verve Records VP/Promotion Bud Harner" and reports "Verve promotes Bud Harner to VP/[Promotion]" (R&R 12/18/1998). Harner is named "Verve Dir./Natl. Promotion" (R&R 4/11/1997). R&R 12/12/1997 year-end credits "i.e. Pres. Mark Wexler, not to mention Verve Group's promotion honcho Bud Harner" for Verve being the #1 NAC label of 1997. Gavin (2/13/1998) named him National Promotion Person of the Year (Verve Records). Harner (SmoothViews 2007) says that after Rachel Lewis moved to sales he "ended up heading the promotion department" and "by '98 I was the VP of promotion." i.e. music was distributed by Verve. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Najee | Room To Breathe | R&R NAC/Smooth Jazz Tracks #1 on 2/5/1999 (1010 vs Warren Hill 931) and 2/12/1999 (1004 vs Kirk Whalum 926). Not #1 on 1/29 (Hill 997 vs 991) or 2/19 (Whalum 981 vs 964). Label: Verve Forecast/Verve. R&R 1/8/1999 calls him "[Verve VP/Promotion] Bud Harner." R&R 2/19/1999 announces him as VP/A&R in the new Verve Music Group, with Suzanne Berg as Sr. VP/Promotion. So these weeks are at the very end of his promotion tenure. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
| Brian Culbertson | Let's Get Started | R&R Smooth Jazz (monitored) #1: shown as the Smooth Jazz #1 on the covers of R&R 6/2/2006 and 6/9/2006, with 636 plays vs Philippe Saisse Trio 634 on 6/2. It was not a Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay #1. Harner was dismissed from Verve (R&R 12/16/2005) and then did "the independent smooth jazz promotion for them so I did work Brian and Mindi's singles" (SmoothViews 2007). That is period-level (B-strength) evidence, not specific to this single. Label: GRP/VMG. | worldradiohistory.com | ||
All weekly number ones on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz Airplay chart (billboard.com/charts/jazz-songs), 22 October 2005 to 19 September 2026. Earlier weekly data is not published in the same form, so pre-2005 claims are listed as unverified.
Taken only from public sources: the firms’ own websites and testimonial pages, label and artist press releases, artist websites, radio one-sheets reprinted in the trade press, and album credits. Each row links to its source.
Where a release called a single a Billboard number one and the weekly chart shows a lower peak, the song is not counted as a Billboard number one; where it topped Mediabase, Radiowave, the Smooth Jazz Network or a year-end chart, it is listed under other charts.
Radio promotion is a normal, paid, public trade. This page records who is credited with what. Additions and corrections with a public source: right of reply.