Smooth Jazz Plays the Hits is a fine sampling of jazz artists and vocalists who have recorded for the Shanachie label. All ten tracks are cover versions of soul, R&B, and pop-soul hits including "Ain't No Sunshine" (
Nestor Torres), "Could It Be I'm Falling in Love?" (
Fantasy Band), "Walk on By" (
Bob Baldwin), and "What Does It Take (To Win Your Love)" (
Candy Dulfer). If you're looking for background music for the office or lite party music, this compilation will do the trick. ~ Al Campbell