Winelight

by Grover Washington, Jr.

Winelight cover art

Produced by the artist alongside Ralph MacDonald, this landmark release was instrumental in defining the smooth jazz and quiet storm radio formats. The recording features an elite session ensemble including bassist Marcus Miller and keyboardist Richard Tee, centered around Washington’s lyrical saxophone phrasing. It garnered significant critical and commercial success, famously including the crossover hit 'Just the Two of Us' with Bill Withers.

Genres

  • Smooth Jazz
  • Soul Jazz

Tracklist

  1. Winelight
  2. Let It Flow (For "DR. J")
  3. In the Name of Love
  4. Take Me There
  5. Just the Two of Us
  6. Make Me a Memory