First became aware of this CD via SmoothJazz.com and it is worth the price.  His playing will have you grooving in a funk and a laid back mood.  Worth the price.
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Ask Ronny Smith about his musical influences and you’ll get an all-star list of guitarists that include Earl Klugh, George Benson, Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass. There is no doubt that he learned his lessons well from listening to these masters. His latest release, SIMPLY STATED, is a superb showcase of outstanding guitar playing and exceptional songwriting. While many artists with similar influences tend to emulate, Smith has managed to avoid replication and find his own voice. The Baltimore guitarist has performed as a back up player for a variety of artists including Melba Moore (The Marvelettes) and jazz drummer Bobby Durham. He has traipsed across Europe and the U.S. playing with an assortment of Army and university jazz bands. The smooth jazzer leads off his third album by pulling no punches with the smokin’ hot “Bossa Awhile.” Right away he makes an emphatic declaration that he has the chops and he’s not afraid to display them. In the 1970’s Steely Dan forged a whole new musical landscape and with Smith’s take of their “Josie,” he does the nearly impossible… he delivers a fresh, intriguing take on a classic. “Chillin’ After Eight” has a stylish, radio-friendly Smooth Jazz feel to it while the “Majorca” remix is a genial and inviting tune with a dulcet, sultry groove. Simply stated (pun very much intended), Ronny Smith should be a staple on your CD player. ~BETH LEWIS
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Ronnie this is an AWESOME Cd. God Bless!
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