Sax: Bill Bergman
Singers: Julie del Gato, Deborah Parson
Guitars: Randy Jacobs, Grant Geismann, Kat Dyson, Robben Ford
Keys: Roger Burn, Sandy Stein, David Garfield
Vibes: Roger Burn
Piano: Herman Jackson
Organ: John Paruolo
Flugelhorn & Trumpet: Les Lovitt
Bass: Reggie Hamilton, Jimmy Haslip
Drums: Sergio Gonzalez
Percussion: Eddie Drayton, Walfredo Reyes Jr.
Drums Programming: Bill Bergman, Eddie King
Bass Programming: Bill Bergman, Eddie King
String Programming: Eddie King, Sandy Stein, Bill Bergman
Additional Programming: Eddie King, Sandy Stein
With the release of his new collection Universe Soul, famed L.A. session man Bill Bergman and The Metro Jets, a group comprised of some of the West Coast’s hottest pop, soul and jazz musicians, are soaring once again with a hip, groove-intensive and ultra-sexy mix of in your face R&B, high spirited melodic jazz, simmering romance and a few explosive touches of gospel/blues.
As a founding member of the popular soul band Jack Mack & The Heart Attack, and known for his legendary solo on Glenn Frey’s "You Belong To The City”, the Kansas City-bred saxman became a fixture in the Quiet Storm/Contemporary jazz format with both Midnight Sax (which Jazziz Magazine later named one of the ten most influential smooth jazz albums of all time) and its popular follow-up: Bill Bergman and The Metro Jets.
Long a master at creating fascinating emotional mood swings in his music, Bergman infuses Universe Soul with a funky and high energy bang. Over the course of its 11 immediately infectious, in the pocket tracks, Universe Soul gives Bergman a chance to strut his stuff on tenor and soprano sax as well as flute, in addition to showcasing his versatility as a songwriter, arranger and producer.
“The coolest and most challenging part of my career is being able to work with so many fascinating people and writing and performing music in so many genres,” Bergman says. “Taking a cue from his friend and mentor Grover, I’ve developed my own unique voice, and with Universe Soul I am eager to have people hear it in a contemporary jazz context again. Ultimately, what we as musicians strive for is making emotional connections with listeners. There’s something very special happening when it’s your band, your tune, your gig, your crowd and you’re getting people moving and grooving. For me, creating memorable melodies is the most important thing. I want to make music that lifts people and allows them to come away with something unforgettable.”
Hi Bill! Well, i hope so France is more classic. I would like to paint some works and make an exhibition and I will send You photos. How is Your music?
Hi Bill, Thanks to be my friend on Myspace. Your playing and your music are beautiful. I wish you a big success and all the best you can hope. Sincerely Pierre
had to come in for a second and enjoy me some sax...hubba hubba..;)...thanks again and as always.. for sharing your wonderful musical gift so freely.....
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