Jackiem Joyner - Let Me Love You

April 21, 2009 " Album Lil' Man Soul " Album Jackiem Joyner makes a huge step in his young Jazz career with Lil'Man Soul, his sophomore album. Discovered by Richard Elliot and Rick Braun, and supported by Peter White on his first title Babysoul, Jackiem has continually worked with top flight contemporary Jazz performers such as Joe Sample, Wayman Tisdale and Gerald Albright among others. Add to that a couple years of hopping the globe as member of Keiko Matsui's band, and this Lil' Man Soul is ready to be steppin' out and into the bright lights himself. Jackiem Joyner arrives hot on the heels of Joyner's 2008 sophomore release, Lil' Man Soul, which spawned two #1 singles. Topping the smooth jazz radio charts for an incredible 12 weeks, "I'm Waiting For You" was the longest-running #1 single in 2009 and is up for Song of the Year at the inaugural American Smooth Jazz Awards. In 2010 the album's "Take Me There" climbed to the summit position and setup camp. Babysoul, Joyner's first album, debuted at #15 on the Billboard chart in 2007 led by the single "Stay With Me Tonight," a duet with iconic smooth jazz guitarist Peter White. While both albums were warmly received at smooth jazz—Smooth Jazz News named Joyner the Debut Artist of the Year—they were essentially urban jazz collections. As an artist Joyner is maturing, yet he continues to exude youthful enthusiasm. Hitting his stride, he is bolstered by the confidence to take risks, pushing the envelope creatively. He's hungry yet his humility is admirable. Although he's topped the charts, he's equally comfortable as a sideman as when commanding the stage solo. However it's evident that his days in supporting roles are fleeting fast. Versatile and blessed with a visceral gift, Joyner is a rising star that has yet to reach its zenith.