Coool CAT Episode 179 - Steve Oliver

Sittin' In With The Coool CAT

Guitarist Steve Oliver has been a mainstay on the contemporary and smooth jazz charts for over 25 years. During this period he's landed over a dozen songs in the Top 20. His dynamic live performances have ignited fans from coast-to-coast. Multi-award winning program director Ray White caught up with Steve at the 2023 Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival to talk about his latest album, A New Light, that showcases his deep passion for memorable compositions, jazz intricacies, pop melodies and world influences. Steve also shares several highlights of his career including touring with Acoustic Alchemy. Lisa Davis closes out the show with three fantastic musicians! Pianist David Benoit recently released Timeless, Saxophonist Paula Atherton whose Moonlight Drive single just dropped, and rising star Blair Bryant whose latest tune is Summit. This episode falls right in the groove for super contemporary jazz sounds! From your friends at the Coool CAT!