ABOUT

Smooth Jazz Alley is a contemporary jazz collective based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The trio features keyboardist/producer Marco Montoya, drummer/producer Kevin Lewis, and saxophonist Otoe Mori, each bringing a unique musical voice and dynamic energy to the group’s signature sound.

 

Originally founded by Montoya and guitarist Stan Evans, SJA took a major step when Lewis joined. Their musical synergy led to the release of their 2nd album, Let’s Ride, featuring top Jazz artists Chieli Minucci, Andy Snitzer, Roberto Vally, Eric Marienthal, Joel Del Rosario, Greg Vail, Lebron Dennis, Carlyle Barriteau, and Carmen Grillo.

 

In 2020, the group welcomed saxophonist Otoe Mori. Their first single together, “Deep Into You” (2022) featured guitarist Blake Aaron. This launched their EP “Here’s The Thing”, which included guests Chris Camozzi, Nathan East, Jessy J, Marc Antoine, Blake Aaron, WaKaNa, and Jeff Ryan.

 

With a growing presence in the contemporary jazz scene, SJA is back in the studio working on their next album “Reflections” & continuing to push the boundaries of modern smooth jazz.  Their next single “Come On!” drops on June 13, 2025 and will be the first release under Innervision Records.