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Willie Fly: New Orleans Smooth Jazz Saxophonist – Fly Summer (2026)

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Willie Fly – Contemporary Smooth Jazz Saxophonist – Fly Summer 2026

New Orleans native and NOCCA alumnus Willie Fly is an emerging contemporary smooth jazz saxophonist making waves with his distinctive blend of soulful sophistication, melodic expression and urban R&B grooves.

Inspired by the musical styles of Boney James, Kirk Whalum and Mike Phillips, Willie Fly brings a fresh and energetic sound to contemporary smooth jazz. His 2026 radio single, “Fly Summer,” showcases his signature saxophone style, combining infectious melodies, smooth jazz rhythms and contemporary R&B influences.

As an independent smooth jazz artist with an increasingly strong live following, Willie Fly has performed to sold-out audiences at renowned venues including Spaghettini, Catalina Jazz Club and Campus JAX.

With his distinctive sound, dynamic performances and growing national recognition, Willie Fly is positioning himself as an exciting new name in the contemporary smooth jazz scene.

Published by Santiago Fontenla

Santiago Fontenla is a Spanish journalist, radio host, music producer and Smooth Jazz curator with a career closely connected to radio and music broadcasting. For decades, he has worked in radio, directing and presenting music and information programs while developing a strong connection with the international Smooth Jazz scene. Today, he is the creator and director of SmoothJazz.club, a platform dedicated to promoting Smooth Jazz, Contemporary Jazz and the artists who continue to shape the genre. Santiago is the creator of Smooth Jazz Discover, a weekly program focused on new Smooth Jazz releases, emerging artists and the latest sounds from the international scene. He is also behind the Smooth Jazz TOP 100, the official Smooth Jazz singles chart for Spain and LATAM, highlighting the songs and artists receiving the strongest support from radio audiences across the region. His programs are currently broadcast across 75 affiliated radio stations in Spain and LATAM, bringing new Smooth Jazz music to a growing international audience. Through SmoothJazz.club, Santiago also interviews and promotes artists, reviews new releases and albums, publishes music news and helps connect international Smooth Jazz musicians with listeners and radio programmers in Spain and Latin America. His editorial work focuses on discovering new talent, supporting established artists and giving greater visibility to the constantly evolving world of Smooth Jazz and Contemporary Jazz.