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East of West's debut album Crossing Borders, is smooth jazz with a high-powered kick! If bands like Spyro Gyra, The Rippingtons, or Down To The Bone grab your ear, you'll dig the cool musicality of East of West. Crossing Borders packs a roller coaster ride of high-energy rhythms, sharp turning peaks of fusion, and smooth melodic transitions that effortlessly move the listener across a wide-ranging sonic landscape of contemporary jazz…. It’s feel-good music! Steve Jeffrey, bassist, and John Cardoso, drummer, are the co-writers and producers who create the magic behind East of West. Crossing Borders, a collection of life-inspired jazz, features performances by world-renowned musicians: Andy Suzuki (David Benoit, Kilauea, Dave Brubeck, Chick Corea), Ron Pedley (Barry Manilow, Air Supply, Kombo), and Bob Fernandez (Barry Manilow, Frank Zappa, Dionne Warwick, Tito Puente). Crossing Borders –Track 1 The beat of African log-drums take the listener on a syncopated path of change and growth. Second Wind – Track 3 This high-energy composition evolves into a series of emotional highs. An exhilarating adventure of electrifying solos leave the listener thinking, “Just when you thought it was over you get your second wind.” View From My Window – Track 4 A smooth rolling piano line brings to mind softly falling snow on a brisk winter’s eve. A soothing melody pursues a steady groove accompanied by the warmth of gentle string lines. Coast to Coast – Track 5 Mix one roaring sax with so