A Thousand Kisses Deep by Chris Botti

Pros: Marriage of past, present and future of trumpet playing.

Cons: Virtually no liner notes

The Bottom Line: Botti is a young man with unlimited potential and this album proves he can play with anyone.

Review: Chris Botti's trumpet playing is categorized in the "All Music Guide to Jazz" as Smooth Jazz, Crossover Jazz, Contemporary Jazz and Instrumental Pop. As I've written before, listening to "smooth jazz" often has one of two effects on me: I want to sleep ...

Pros: If you buy only one Botti CD, buy this one.

Cons: None.

Review: I absolutely adore all of Chris Botti's music, but A Thousand Kisses Deep is my favorite CD of all. That's probably because it's theme is slower, more sensual and smooth, as opposed to some of the other CD's which include more upbeat recordings. ...

Pros: Great selections, and tone.

Cons: A little uneven in spots, but nothing to complain about.

The Bottom Line: Grand selection of bluesy trumpet playing, some great vocals, and a really solid backup band. If you like jazz, you owe yourself this cd.

Review: After getting my hands on a copy of Chris Botti's Night Sessions I've gotten hooked on this jazzy, sensual trumpeter who has formed up an impressive track record over the years. Released in 2003, A Thousand Kisses Deep follows along in the ...