Kirk Whalum

In a career spanning five decades, saxophonist Kirk Whalum has developed a sound that leaves an indelible imprint on the listener. Whalum is the recipient of numerous awards and acknowledgments for his musical excellence. A 12-time GRAMMY® Award nominee, Whalum won his first in 2011 for Best Gospel Song with Jerry Peters; he has also been honored with a Star on the Nashville Walk of Fame.

LATEST RELEASE

Release date: May 17, 2024

Saxophone icon Kirk Whalum blasts off with his highly-anticipated new album Epic Cool, an electrifying collection of original grooves. Teaming up with producer Greg Manning (Keb’ Mo’, Herb Alpert, 2x GRAMMY® nominee, composer/collaborator on 10 #1 Billboard hits), Whalum focuses on his songwriting to craft an album that’s passionate and spirited on a monumental scale, but with his trademark soul. From danceable hits like “Bah-De-Yah!” to melodic, sultry jams (Whalum calls “Pillow Talk” the strongest song he’s written in 20 years), Epic Cool weaves a musical story that has wide, cross-genre appeal. Get ready to groove, because Epic Cool is anything but ordinary.

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PAST RELEASES

How Does  Christmas  Sound?
Release date: September 10, 2019

Humanité
Release date: October 11, 2019

BWB
Release date: April 22, 2016

The Gospel According to Jazz - Chapter IV
Release date: March 23, 2015

Romance Language
Release date: February 14, 2012

Everything Is Everything: The Music of Donny Hathaway
Release date: August 31, 2010

The Gospel According to Jazz - Chapter III
Release date: March 16, 2010

Roundtrip
Release date: August 28, 2007

Kirk Whalum Performs The Babyface Songbook
Release date: October 4, 2005

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