Originally aired August 8, 2026, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black features the 20 biggest smooth jazz songs in America, as ranked by MediaBase. From rising chart climbers to established contemporary jazz favorites, this week's countdown highlights the very best in smooth jazz with artist spotlights, exclusive features, and the stories behind today's hottest performers.
This episode includes music from Najee & Will Downing, Everett Harp, Lindsey Webster, Maysa, Reagan Whiteside, Eric Darius, Mindy Abair, Nicholas Cole, Steve Oliver, Lawson Rollins, Pieces of a Dream, and many more. Special segments include the Headlining Artist spotlight featuring Walter Chancellor Jr., a Vintage Smooth tribute to the late guitarist Zachary Breaux, and a bonus performance of the jazz standard "Stardust."
Holding on to the No. 1 song in America for the second consecutive week is "Hypnotic" by Adrian Crutchfield, while the Safe Bet spotlight features "The Phoenix" by Huge Groove, a powerful return from one of smooth jazz's most accomplished saxophonists.
Originally Aired: August 8, 2026
Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown
Hosted by Pamela Black
Produced by Jason Beatty
Chart Data Provided by MediaBase
Broadcast from the KUNV Studios at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown August 8th, 2026
RankArtistSong#1 | Adrian Crutchfield | Hypnotic
#2 | Pieces of a Dream | Heading Out
#3 | Lawson Rollins | Sunset Glow
#4 | Bob Baldwin | HEPnotic (Hep Is The New Hip)
#5 | Steve Oliver featuring Peter White | Dancing In The Sand
#6 | Nicholas Cole | Green Light
#7 | Nils | Joy And Pain
#8 | Mindi Abair | Falling In Love
#9 | Kayla Waters | Bountiful
#10 | Eric Darius | Maputo Nights
#11 | David Benoit & Jeff Lorber | Boarding Pass
#12 | Paul Brown | So Much To Say
#13 | Lin Rountree featuring Big Mike Hart | Flow
#14 | Kem featuring Boney James | Give My Love
#15 | Ragan Whiteside | In Love Reimagined
#16 | Maysa featuring JJ Sansaverino | Street Life
#17 | Lindsey Webster | What Is Meant To Be
#18 | Jazz Funk Soul | Simpatico
#19 | Oli Silk featuring Jeff Ryan | Yessir!
#20 | Najee featuring Will Downing | Catch A Feelin'
What is Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown?
Hosted by Pamela Black, the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown delivers the Top 20 smooth jazz songs of the week from 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America. Broadcasting from Las Vegas, this weekly jazz radio show features the hottest smooth jazz hits, rising artists, and fan-favorite tracks shaping today’s sound.
Each episode blends expert commentary, artist spotlights, and curated music selections, making it a must-listen for fans of jazz music conversations, live music interviews, classic jazz radio, and modern smooth jazz playlists. Whether you're discovering new artists or enjoying familiar favorites, this countdown captures the pulse of the smooth jazz scene.
Produced by Jason Beatty and recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip.
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