Kim Betton is the founder and editorial director of SmoothJazzTimes.com. The award winning television anchor/reporter and producer has worked in markets across the U.S. including NBC4 & USA Sky Radio in Washington, DC, WBKW-TV Buffalo, New York, FOX 13 News Memphis and KARK4 / FOX 16 News in Little Rock. Kim has a true love for good music! She is also a vocalist for smooth jazz and Broadway show tunes. Her love for music and the arts inspired her to launch this magazine. If you have a story idea catch her on social media X, Instagram and Facebook @SmoothJazzTimes. Thanks for checking us out! Enjoy!
There are films you watch—and then there are films that leave you in complete and utter shock. Michael is the latter. From its opening moments to…
R&B Icon Karyn White Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2025 Records and Radio Awards – Photo by Kim Betton Click photo for full picture.
On a warm evening just outside of Atlanta—Saturday, June 14th—the city of Stockbridge, Georgia (Atlanta metro), became the epicenter of soulful sounds and timeless voices. The…
Tucked away along the vibrant streets of Rome, Gregory’s Jazz Club is more than just a music venue—it’s a soulful retreat into the heart of live…
Levert Fans, get READY! R&B Hall of Famer Eddie Levert is on the road with his highly anticipated **“One of a Kind: The Eddie Levert Show”…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to elevate conversations around emotional well-being, breaking the stigma, and reminding everyone that healing and hope are always…
Atlanta was in for a special treat on Thursday, March 13th, when trumpeter and vocalist Johnny Britt kicked off his Midnight in Paris CD Release Party…
Cabo Frio is proud to announce its 45th anniversary in the recording arts industry during a celebration concert on November 14, 2024, at Lovin’ Cup, 300…
She has blossomed into a nationally renowned urban-jazz pianist, composer, and producer; and with her Baby Grand and keyboard at hand Kayla Waters melts our hearts…
The stage was sizzling last night at Yoshi’s Jazz located in historic downtown Oakland, California – with Eric Darius in a right-on jam session concert. The…