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Discovered by Keiko Matsui, saxophonist Paul Taylor has proven to be a capable heir to the chilled-sax tradition of Dave Sanborn and Kirk Whalum. This time around, it's LADIES CHOICE, and Taylor has opted for a gregarious mix of smooth jazz and creamy R&B that's alternately mellow and danceable. Taylor's fluid, melodic approach meshes beautifully with the guest female voices of Regina Belle, Latoya London, Terry Dexter, and Lauren Evans.
Personnel: Paul Taylor (alto saxophone); Darryl Crooks, Darrell Crooks (guitar); Phil Hamilton (guitars); Lee Thornburg (flugelhorn); Rex Rideout (keyboards); Freddie "Ready Freddie" Washington , Reggie Hamilton, George Fontanette, Dwayne "Smitty" Smith (bass guitar); Michael White , Ricky Lawson (drums); Lenny Castro (percussion); Barry Eastmond (drum programming); Melodie Eastmond (background vocals).
Additional personnel: Terry Dexter (vocals); Latoya London, Lauren Evans, Regina Belle (background vocals).
JazzTimes (p.87) - "[A]nother collection of smooth grooves....Taylor opts for the deeper alto on the majority of tracks, both vocal and instrumental." Paul Taylor Ladies' Choice Songs Ladies' Choice Music Review Average Rating: (4.5 out of 5 stars)   Outstanding!
No offense Paul, but this is his best work to date!! The producers should be recongnized and commended. Funky jazz grooves and beautiful vocals by Regina Belle and Lauren Evans, makes this CD a classic. Please support these artist's and producer's. Thank God for atelitte radio.
Warning: Don't let friends or family borrow this CD, because you will not get it back.
Submitted by maconga31220 (Las Vegas, Nv) 
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I love what Paul Taylor and Regina Belle put together. Those songs are awesome. Especially open your eyes. That one song does something for me. Don't get me wrong i love the rest of the cd as well.
Submitted by Mrs Hen (St. Louis, MO)
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Relaxing Music!!!!
Smooth sax playing as usual for Paul. Adding the female artist to this CD makes it superb. Always a great addition to your Jazz collection!!
Submitted by Sheryl (Columbia, SC)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Absolutely brilliant!!!
Props to Keiko Matsui without whom we may never have heared of this huge talent, that is Paul taylor.Paul's latest offering, Ladie's choice is a masterclass.
Submitted by siphiwo (Fulham,london,UK)
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