Kenny G

Kenneth Bruce Gorelick (born June 5, 1956) is an American smooth jazz saxophonist, composer, and record producer. His 1986 album Duotones brought him commercial success. Kenny G is one of the best-selling artists of all time, with global sales totaling more than 75 million records, making him also the best-selling instrumentalist in history. Kenny G was born in Seattle, Washington and started playing the saxophone at the age of ten, inspired by a performance on The Ed Sullivan Show. He attended several schools in Seattle, including the University of Washington. During high school, he took private saxophone lessons and played in the school jazz band. Kenny G's professional career began with Barry White's The Love Unlimited Orchestra at age 17. He played with the Seattle funk band Cold, Bold & Together before joining the Jeff Lorber Fusion in 1980. His solo career took off after signing with Arista Records in 1982. His debut album, Kenny G, was recorded with members of the Jeff Lorber Fusion and released in 1982. Kenny G's fourth solo album, Duotones (1986), marked the start of his most commercially successful period, featuring the hit single "Songbird". His 1992 album, Breathless, became the best-selling instrumental album ever, and his first holiday album, Miracles: The Holiday Album, sold over 13 million copies. He has worked on soundtracks for films such as The Bodyguard and collaborated with artists, including Andrea Bocelli and Frank Sinatra. In the 2000s and 2010s, Kenny G released several albums, including Paradise and Brazilian Nights. He made appearances in commercials and music videos and continued to perform worldwide. Kenny G's popularity in China is notable, with his song "Going Home" widely used in public places. Despite facing criticism from some jazz musicians, Kenny G remains a highly successful and influential figure in contemporary instrumental music.

More Than Anybody (feat. Izzy Bizu, Kenny G) - 2025-05-02T00:00:00.000000Z

Innocence - 2023-12-01T00:00:00.000000Z

New Standards - 2021-12-03T00:00:00.000000Z

Go Getta - 2018-04-26T00:00:00.000000Z

Brazilian Nights (Deluxe Edition) - 2015-01-26T00:00:00.000000Z

Brazilian Nights - 2015-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Classic Christmas Album - 2012-09-21T00:00:00.000000Z

Namaste - 2012-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

Heart And Soul - 2010-06-06T00:00:00.000000Z

Rhythm & Romance - 2008-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

Playlist: The Very Best Of Kenny G - 1970-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

I'm In The Mood For Love ... The Most Romantic Melodies Of All Time - 2006-05-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Essential Kenny G - 1970-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Greatest Holiday Classics - 2005-10-18T00:00:00.000000Z

At Last...The Duets Album - 2004-12-13T00:00:00.000000Z

Ultimate Kenny G - 2003-06-09T00:00:00.000000Z

Wishes A Holiday Album - 2002-10-21T00:00:00.000000Z

Paradise - 2002-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

Faith - A Holiday Album - 1999-11-15T00:00:00.000000Z

Classics In The Key Of G - 1999-06-28T00:00:00.000000Z

Greatest Hits - 1997-11-08T00:00:00.000000Z

Six of Hearts EP - 1997-03-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Moment - 1970-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

Miracles - The Holiday Album (Deluxe Version) - 1994-11-22T00:00:00.000000Z

Miracles: The Holiday Album - 1994-10-31T00:00:00.000000Z