Russ Freeman Guitarist, great writer founder; loved him since Nocturnal Playground fabulous Album. Humphrey 's - Temecula Winery . Steve Reid percussion , Drummer Tony Morales ; Jeff Kashawa . Smooth Jazz at it's finest !
Mine also, Julie. I first learned of their music in the early 1990s via The Weather Channel. I then subscribed to Jazz IS magazine.GRP Records and Jazz artists were tight at that time.
Russ is one of my all time favorite musicians, composers, and influences for a multi-genre, fusion and R&B guitarist. Nobody like him! Saw them live in Detroit, MI at the Fox Theater with Stanley Clarke, and then at an outdoor amphitheater in Sterling Heights. Two of the best concerts ever! Thanks Russ, for years of musical brilliance and listening enjoyment! Incredible! 👍👍👍
1- Take Me With You (Curves Ahead) 2- One Summer Night in Brazil 1:10 3- Angela 3:07 (Moonlighting) 4- Oceansong 4:34 (Kilimanjaro ) 5- Morocco 7:49 (Kilimanjaro)
i’ve been listening since 92 i can say i hear their songs literally every day See them live in person if you can in your lifetime great band , Russ Freeman is the best !!!
Russ Freeman is incredibly talented and versatile. Over the years I have seen Rippingtons members come and go and yet all of them were excellent musicians. I understand his concept to keep the Rippingtons fresh and vibrant and to keep the band going and going.This is why he relates to keeping the Rippingtons brand intact,rather than suffering a breakup like the Beatles. Another one of my all time favorites. He holds it together....... till today. While listening to his music, I am fascinated, it just amazes me how he conceives and arranges all the melodies.ie. Snowbound. He can go from Funk, to latin to classical to fusion to modern smooth jazz with ease! Guy is simply a musical genius! I have the entire collection! To say the least, it's one of my most prized possessions. Music is indeed food for the Soul. Thanks Russ and The Rippingtons.
I have seen the Rippingtons 4 times in concert, and every time there is no disappointment, the music is alway fantastic, and after the show's they are always friendly and there to meet the fans and give out autographs. Can't wait to see them again.
Russ Freeman is an absolute genius. Highly underrated and just shines whenever you watch him play. Choices are tremendous and it brings me right back to a younger time in my life. Thank you for sharing this with the world and continuing to play.
Fabulous music!!My dear friend and Brother Joseph Miguel DeJesus passed in march 2021.. He was an amazing man and musician amd song writter he turned me on to The Rippingtons...Joeseph DeJesus from the band Banshee RIP 😌😊😊😇
Ahh so. Found them on Tourist in Paradise, reversed to Moonlighting, then got every release since. Timeless. Russ Freeman is one of the most prolific writers of this age...Some of his stuff is similar, but I never cared. Yum.
THE Best contemporary jazz group by a million miles. I've been a super fan since the very beginning. They're always ripping it!!!! The composition of their masterpieces are second to none. Perfection for the senses. 👌❤
6:44 I love when Russ steps aside (no ego) & then every one of them watches with a sense of awe & wonder when Master Saxophonist, Brandon Fields, plays his solo. Even though they've ween him play countless times before. B. Fields is incredible!
0:00 - Take Me With You (Curves Ahead) 1:10 - One Summer Night In Brazil (Tourist in Paradise) 3:06 - Angela (Moonlighting) 4:34 - Oceansong (Kilimanjaro) 7:47 - Morocco (Kilimanjaro)
Saw these guys for the first time performing at the Arena Theater in Houston. They blew me out my socks with their latin, soul, funk, smooth jazz along with lots of brass to go with it. Fell in love with their music ever since. Thanks a million Russ.
Für mich ist es die beste🎤 Band. Ihr seid großartig. Großartige Musik 🎸von begnadeten Musikern. Einfach phantastisch. Ich grüße alle Menschen auf dieser weiten Welt 🌐die diese Musik 🎶 mögen.
I've been wanting to see the Rippingtons play in concert for a long time. One of my favorite albums is Topaz with a special native indian flute player. Well I just checked, guess I'm heading to Austin next June 2019 to see them.
Mind altering music. Changed the way i listen to jazz, funk, R&B and anything in between. Thanks, Russ and Rips! So many years and still rippin’ it! Hope you recall University of Kentucky way back when. Stay safe!
Indeed, I had the AWESOME pleasure of seeing them perform live in Mobile, AL back in 2000 at the Saenger Theater and when I tell you these guys NAILED every song they performed with FLAWLESS precision, THEY DID!! I do believe Mr. Russ Freeman changes guitars at least five times to produce the sound needed for certain songs.😄 I play bass but, after HEARING/SEEING them do their thing, I knew I was in need of much more practice to get to this level of play. ONE OF THE "BEST" GROUPS EVER!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👌🏾👍🏾❤💯
I completely agree with everything you said. I seen them Live once at the Northern Lights Theater in Milwaukee, WI.... My favorite group of all time Period...
So unbelievably good, I was into jazz big time as a kid, then grew away from it, but have recently fell in love with music without lyrics again, and I am drawn to this group majorly, I love their stuff so much
These songs remind me so much of different times in my life. I hadn't heard them in a long time. Late 80s, early 90. My first job out of college. Soon I will be retiring. Where did the time go.
I saw them live in 1994 at the Star Light Theater in Kansas City Mo. what a great performance! I am sad to hear that Russ Freeman has retired but their music is still out!
Russ was such a nice guy to meet and chat with! I use to deliver FedEx to him and his wife when they were living in Burbank. He handed me his latest cassette tape at the time, Curves Ahead. What fantastic music Russ!! Thanks for sharing!
My personal favorite band/bandleader/guitarist/composer/producer! My favorite segment is Russ's lead on Tourist In Paradise 11:10 to 11:52. Have seen Russ's band three times live, from half full 500 seat community college theater to full on performing arts theater (where Jeff Kashiwa played sax standing right next to my seat). The band is always flawless and puts on an amazing show. The fact that you are listening to only five musicians play is a testament to his ability to put together a stellar live band.
They are my Life’s spiritual encouragement and support. Only music that immediately takes to my Happy Place…..Miss you Brother Mike and introducing me to them in the 90’s. RIP
Great sound. Hadn't heard much from The Rippingtons as I've always been hooked on "Polo in the Palisades". THANKS for uploading this, and to youtube for adding it to my playlist.
The best smooth jazz band ever. Sadly, they disbanded a few years ago. Luckily, I got to see them live a few times. My favorite album is and always will be Modern Art.
Hi, rainlvr 1: I agree with you about the immortal Rippingtons and Russ Freeman. Great band and good management. I love you guys. Thanks for your music.
I had a chance to meet Russ Freeman, Jeff Kashiwa and Rico Belled at the Hyatt in OC many moons ago... Kudos to the group !!! Their music is ageless and timeless... They are so much ahead of their time... Thank you for the beautiful music!
![The Rippingtons • “Welcome To The St. James Club”/“Tourist In Paradise” • 1991 [RITY Archive]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/kSmJ0cLPMtM/mqdefault.jpg)
My favorite smooth jazz group of all time...never, ever tire of them...ever...so classically timeless...
JULIE JENKINS me too but don’t miss special efx 😉
I saw these guys and Yellowjackets on the same venue in Orchestra Hall Chicago. It was pure magic.
So right, Julie. Hope you got to see them in person.
Russ Freeman Guitarist, great writer founder; loved him since
Nocturnal Playground fabulous Album. Humphrey 's - Temecula
Winery . Steve Reid percussion ,
Drummer Tony Morales ; Jeff Kashawa . Smooth Jazz at it's finest !
Mine also, Julie. I first learned of their music in the early 1990s via The Weather Channel. I then subscribed to Jazz IS magazine.GRP Records and Jazz artists were tight at that time.
Russ is one of my all time favorite musicians, composers, and influences for a multi-genre, fusion and R&B guitarist. Nobody like him! Saw them live in Detroit, MI at the Fox Theater with Stanley Clarke, and then at an outdoor amphitheater in Sterling Heights. Two of the best concerts ever! Thanks Russ, for years of musical brilliance and listening enjoyment! Incredible! 👍👍👍
1- Take Me With You (Curves Ahead)
2- One Summer Night in Brazil 1:10
3- Angela 3:07 (Moonlighting)
4- Oceansong 4:34 (Kilimanjaro )
5- Morocco 7:49 (Kilimanjaro)
Timeless Music👍👍👍🎼🎼🎼
These early albums were the most enjoyable. A great mix melodic ballads and rocking tracks.
Thank you
The ocean song.. with the keyboard and syntheziser, bring..pa..ra.papa..pa.pa..pa..so beautiful...😎😎
Y.suhendra Prima diesel - namanya Choir Voices
i’ve been listening since 92
i can say i hear their songs literally every day
See them live in person if you can in your lifetime
great band , Russ Freeman is the best !!!
Russ Freeman is incredibly talented and versatile. Over the years I have seen Rippingtons members come and go and yet all of them were excellent musicians. I understand his concept to keep the Rippingtons fresh and vibrant and to keep the band going and going.This is why he relates to keeping the Rippingtons brand intact,rather than suffering a breakup like the Beatles. Another one of my all time favorites. He holds it together....... till today.
While listening to his music, I am fascinated, it just amazes me how he conceives and arranges all the melodies.ie. Snowbound. He can go from Funk, to latin to classical to fusion to modern smooth jazz with ease!
Guy is simply a musical genius!
I have the entire collection! To say the least, it's one of my most prized possessions. Music is indeed food for the Soul. Thanks Russ and The Rippingtons.
Could not agree with you more. I own most of their albums and listen to them far more than any other albums I own.
Agree
I could not agree, more!!!
My childhood memories. I listened to you guys as a child and now my children listen to you too. God bless
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Same man, some of my earliest memories are of the Rippingtons playing in the house
I have seen the Rippingtons 4 times in concert, and every time there is no disappointment, the music is alway fantastic, and after the show's they are always friendly and there to meet the fans and give out autographs. Can't wait to see them again.
The melodies are breathtaking. Glad to see they are still going strong!
They always take me to an island paradise no matter how crappy my day is! Absolutely luv them🙏
Some of the most beautiful compositions ever written. Fan since the beginning
Russ Freeman is an absolute genius. Highly underrated and just shines whenever you watch him play. Choices are tremendous and it brings me right back to a younger time in my life. Thank you for sharing this with the world and continuing to play.
25年前にこのバンドに出会えて本当に良かったと思う。
Found them on Seattle radio back in the 80’s..Changed my life (and musical tastes) forever!
Fabulous music!!My dear friend and Brother Joseph Miguel DeJesus passed in march 2021.. He was an amazing man and musician amd song writter he turned me on to The Rippingtons...Joeseph DeJesus from the band Banshee RIP 😌😊😊😇
Ahh so. Found them on Tourist in Paradise, reversed to Moonlighting, then got every release since. Timeless.
Russ Freeman is one of the most prolific writers of this age...Some of his stuff is similar, but I never cared. Yum.
OMG, Kit. My feelings exactly. Saw then live decades ago. Will stay with me forever.
Just great Russ is a smooth guitar player who has toned his craft Rippingtons smooth jazz at its finest
THE Best contemporary jazz group by a million miles. I've been a super fan since the very beginning. They're always ripping it!!!! The composition of their masterpieces are second to none. Perfection for the senses. 👌❤
And this is why I buy there music they are brilliant!!
On of my favorite smooth jazz groups. They never disappoint.
6:44 I love when Russ steps aside (no ego) & then every one of them watches with a sense of awe & wonder when Master Saxophonist, Brandon Fields, plays his solo. Even though they've ween him play countless times before. B. Fields is incredible!
0:00 - Take Me With You (Curves Ahead)
1:10 - One Summer Night In Brazil (Tourist in Paradise)
3:06 - Angela (Moonlighting)
4:34 - Oceansong (Kilimanjaro)
7:47 - Morocco (Kilimanjaro)
ty john tamano for making the first timestamp block, just wanted to format it slightly differently
Saw these guys for the first time performing at the Arena Theater in Houston. They blew me out my socks with their latin, soul, funk, smooth jazz along with lots of brass to go with it. Fell in love with their music ever since. Thanks a million Russ.
This music takes you to places you've never been to and places yet to be seen. Pure magic. Russ we love you. You and Russell Ferante are my favorites.
Für mich ist es die beste🎤 Band. Ihr seid großartig. Großartige Musik 🎸von begnadeten Musikern. Einfach phantastisch. Ich grüße alle Menschen auf dieser weiten Welt 🌐die diese Musik 🎶 mögen.
One of the best smooth jazz groups of all the time with its leader Russ Freeman!
Love Russ Freeman... he is a genius!
OH QUE BELLÍSIMA MÚSICA 🎶!!!!! Rippingtons !!!!
Just found this in 2021...in middle of quarantine...Thank you !
I've been wanting to see the Rippingtons play in concert for a long time. One of my favorite albums is Topaz with a special native indian flute player. Well I just checked, guess I'm heading to Austin next June 2019 to see them.
@Dreg yep at the One World Theater!
Mind altering music. Changed the way i listen to jazz, funk, R&B and anything in between. Thanks, Russ and Rips! So many years and still rippin’ it! Hope you recall University of Kentucky way back when. Stay safe!
Indeed, I had the AWESOME pleasure of seeing them perform live in Mobile, AL back in 2000 at the Saenger Theater and when I tell you these guys NAILED every song they performed with FLAWLESS precision, THEY DID!! I do believe Mr. Russ Freeman changes guitars at least five times to produce the sound needed for certain songs.😄 I play bass but, after HEARING/SEEING them do their thing, I knew I was in need of much more practice to get to this level of play. ONE OF THE "BEST" GROUPS EVER!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👌🏾👍🏾❤💯
I completely agree with everything you said. I seen them Live once at the Northern Lights Theater in Milwaukee, WI.... My favorite group of all time Period...
@@yinman1975 Thank you soo much my brother and I see we share the same GREAT taste in music, Amen!👌🏾👍🏾💯
So unbelievably good, I was into jazz big time as a kid, then grew away from it, but have recently fell in love with music without lyrics again, and I am drawn to this group majorly, I love their stuff so much
so many wonderful & precious memories.. all through the years.. don't know how to move on when they are no more..
Beautifully composed music. Been a fan for years and years. Hate the ad interruptions in the middle of the music though. It breaks the mood.
Bravo, Russ, you and the guys defined the 80s for me.
These songs remind me so much of different times in my life. I hadn't heard them in a long time. Late 80s, early 90. My first job out of college. Soon I will be retiring. Where did the time go.
Pure music from Russ and the guys. I'm particularly fond of Brandon's sound and nuance.
Music is medicine
I am a fan of this group since they launch tourist in paradise album in 1988/9. Never bored to hear their music.
Can’t wait to see them at Thornton Winery next month! Been waiting for years for them to come back to performing!
They will always be my favorite
Best smooth Jazz Band ever!
I saw them live in 1994 at the Star Light Theater in Kansas City Mo. what a great performance! I am sad to hear that Russ Freeman has retired but their music is still out!
Saw them in Charlotte NC at Knights Theatre in like 2017. Place was packed show was amazing!
Great musical stuff: Bass & drum together seamlessly.
My favorite too ! I've seen then 6 time !!!
The Magic finger "Russ Freeman and The Rippington " FANTASTICS
Russ was such a nice guy to meet and chat with! I use to deliver FedEx to him and his wife when they were living in Burbank. He handed me his latest cassette tape at the time, Curves Ahead. What fantastic music Russ!! Thanks for sharing!
My absolute favorite smooth jazz band in the world. I never get tired of their music
My personal favorite band/bandleader/guitarist/composer/producer! My favorite segment is Russ's lead on Tourist In Paradise 11:10 to 11:52. Have seen Russ's band three times live, from half full 500 seat community college theater to full on performing arts theater (where Jeff Kashiwa played sax standing right next to my seat). The band is always flawless and puts on an amazing show. The fact that you are listening to only five musicians play is a testament to his ability to put together a stellar live band.
Our Band used to play the Ripps CD's during our breaks to keep the great good Vibes going !
Very nice smooth groove with great dynamics! Russ and Co. are still killing it!
God bless all of you. Great music makes me smile. Sheer brilliance.
The very best! I love these guys. ❤
The Rippingtons Bring Happiness to the soul
Always.
Toulouse, France : Groupe totalement inconnu. Discovered it during a trip to Seattle.
Love this !! I will try to promote !!
One of my fav jazz band with great arrangement..Amazing journey❤👍💐
Tout le Rippingtons que j'adore 😎😎👍👍
Absolutely superb!
Highest quality professionalism. A special and unique sound that continues through the years.
Russ Russ Russ, how incredibly unique. If I had to choose one, Curves ahead!
They are my Life’s spiritual encouragement and support. Only music that immediately takes to my Happy Place…..Miss you Brother Mike and introducing me to them in the 90’s. RIP
Russ Freeman has a way with jazz that can make you be some place relaxing you want to be. Excellent. 🤙🏼🌴
Such a great band ever.... their music inspires me to pursue my own band... cheers
Recognizable as always.....The Rippingtons add color to my college years and still they always deliver.....thanks for uploading this.
Man what I wouldn't give to have a front row seat of this!
Love that you played a lot of the oldies in this medley. Such great memories of my high school and college days!
Great sound. Hadn't heard much from The Rippingtons as I've always been hooked on "Polo in the Palisades". THANKS for uploading this, and to youtube for adding it to my playlist.
The best smooth jazz band ever. Sadly, they disbanded a few years ago. Luckily, I got to see them live a few times. My favorite album is and always will be Modern Art.
Another degree of AWESOME... I Love this Band ❤️
exelentes the ripington magnificios hojala pudieran venir a mexico mi pais. son exelentes musicos. magnificos.
Hi, rainlvr 1: I agree with you about the immortal Rippingtons and Russ Freeman. Great band and good management. I love you guys. Thanks for your music.
I listened to you guys so much when I was in highschool. So happy to see more from you now.
WOW !!!!!!! Nice pout pourri !!!! Earing from Brazil ;)
I had a chance to meet Russ Freeman, Jeff Kashiwa and Rico Belled at the Hyatt in OC many moons ago... Kudos to the group !!! Their music is ageless and timeless... They are so much ahead of their time... Thank you for the beautiful music!
What a beautiful music....i love rippingtons
Love their music. I am thankful to have tickets for their show in Akron this coming Saturday. Can't wait! Thanks for the post.
Estoy de acuerdo con los mejores comentarios para este icónico Grupo de Jazz. Larga vida musical para sus integrantes.
Wow, very well done, in typical Rippington fashion! The dynamics have never been better!
Best smooth jazz band IMHO
Grandi Rippingtons, i miei favoriti!
You got that right. Thee best!
Fantastic
This is pure magic ✨
Are you all AWESOME ! From Brazil...
Love this group, have for a long long long time! Keep it groovin Ripps
Go Russ!! Love your music!!!
Awesome to see these guys still rockin out. Started enjoying their music as a kid thanks to The Weather Channel.
HOY DIA EXELENTES MUSICOS QUE SON UDS. THE RIPING TONG. BUEN GPO.
Loving it till the end of time.
Black Diamond and Taos!!! Great songs by great musicians. Thank you Russ for keeping the music of The Rippingtons alive!!!
love this.. use to drive in san francisco listening to this . so cool.
This music simply moves me like no other......that's the test. If it doesn't make you feel, then it goes on the scrap heap. A 1% for sure......
My favorite as well!!!!!
Great music. Greetings from Guatemala City!
just awesome music!
I love Rippingtons music
That saxaphone at 6:04 is absolutely sublime
Perfecto grupo
3:12 transition... gorgeouuuuss!