Recording information: Big Dog Studios; Chapman Studios, Lenexa, KS; Cocoa Butt Studios, Los Angeles, CA; FAN West Studio, Studio City, CA; JHL SOund, Pacific Palisades, CA; The Chase Lounge, Phoenix, AZ; The Litterbox, Denver, CO; Trod Nossel Studios, Wallingford, CT.
Najee's 2012 release The Smooth Side of Soul features more of the saxophonist and flute player's laid-back, romantic, and funky contemporary jazz. Included are such stand-out cuts as Najee's collaboration with R&B vocalist Phil Perry on the club-ready "Just to Fall in Love," as well as the quiet storm track "First Kiss," featuring keyboardist Jeff Lorber.
