Jose' Marino Showcases His Brazilian Roots On "My Little Town"

SRI Jazz releases the latest album by veteran jazz artist José Marino - “My Little Town” by J. Marino & Friends. This album is filled with original Brazilian Jazz songs that showca

Los Angeles, CA, July 09, 2016 -- SRI Jazz is proud to release “My Little Town,” a beautiful collection of Brazilian jazz originals by  J. Marino & Friends. Jose’ Marino’s long established career dates back to the early 1960s.  He started his career playing with such artists as Johnny Alf and Lenny Andrade.  As a highly accomplished bass player with a distinct flair for his native Brazilian jazz sound, José went on to record with such artists as Laurindo de Almeida, Astrud Gilberto, Herbie Hancock, Bucky Pizzarelli and Tony Orlando and Dawn, plus many more.  José credits his unique sound as a distinct combination of both American and Latin jazz with influences of Flamenco and Latin music.

“My Little Town” is rich collection of original Jazz songs featuring a perfect balance of beautiful instrumentals and seductive vocals that can transport the listener into a completely Brazilian jazz state of mind.  Jose Marino’s friends are a cornucopia of tremendously talented musicians and singers. “I have known Jose for many years and I have always been a big fan of his talent. From the first moment that I heard these songs I wanted this album on SRI Jazz. Jose’ has outdone himself with this outstanding collection of his original songs and arrangements. His selection of musicians and vocalists for these songs are sheer perfection. I know that all jazz fans will really enjoy this album”, stated Shelly Liebowitz, the President of SRI Jazz.

You can preview a selection of songs from the album on the SRI website and the album will be available for purchase on the website, on Spotify, iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon and all major digital outlets.

SRI Jazz, SRI Records and Flamingo Jazz are all part of SRI Label Group providing quality, collectible Blues, Jazz, Country and Rock & Roll from major artists past and present.  As one of the first websites on the internet to offer collectible music, srirecords.com established itself as a pioneer on the web since 1998. With industry veteran Shelly Liebowitz at the helm, SRI has strived to provide a standard of excellence in the world of music.

For additional information contact Shelly Liebowitz by email at shelly@srirecords.com or by phone at 818.299.6297.