Dee Lucas

“TWENTY”

NEW ALBUM AND TITLE TRACK SINGLE
OUT NOW EVERYWHERE!

International recording artist, saxophonist Dee Lucas has reached a monumental landmark celebrating 20 years as a recording artist / entrepreneur who so happens to own his master catalog of music. As much as he is a visionary, Dee never thought he would see 20 years of longevity in this tough and competitive music industry. But after releasing 10 charting albums internationally as an independent artist and touring across the country as a performer, he is still here.

The journey continues with a brand new album "TWENTY" and the hot new title track single
featuring 20+ number one hit making sensation Michael Broening.

“TWENTY” is a pure reflection of Dee Lucas’s consistency of the PAST, fresh ideas and
staying power to the PRESENT, and his optimism of the FUTURE.

Hear the title track single now and order the “TWENTY” CD in Dee’s official store.

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Dee has released 11 full length albums and a handful of radio singles in his 20 year career.

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THE journey of

dee lucas

a timeline of consistency

For over two decades, Dee Lucas has built a reputation as one of the most distinctive soprano saxophonists in contemporary jazz. With a sound rooted in the smooth elegance of George Howard yet stamped with his own blend of jazz, R&B, and funk, Lucas has navigated the independent music landscape with entrepreneurial drive, critical recognition, and consistent chart success.

Early Years & Breakthrough (2004-2007)
In 2004, Lucas founded Mo' Better Recordings, setting the stage for his debut album Remembrance (2005), a heartfelt tribute project that earned airplay on more than 115 radio stations nationwide. His sophomore release, Something to Ride 2 (2007), expanded his profile, climbing to #10 on the SmoothJazz.com Top 50 Indie Chart. That same year, he was named runner-up in the Capital Jazz Festival Competition, marking him as a rising star in the genre.

Building Momentum (2010-2016)
Lucas's third album, Standing Room Only (2010), solidified his reputation with a #26 SmoothJazz.com peak and a #29 Billboard Jazz Albums placement. The compilation Rebirth of the Smooth (2012) celebrated highlights from his early catalog, while The Smooth Factor (2014) showcased his fusion of smooth jazz and R&B; textures. In 2016, he reached another milestone when Going Deeper debuted at #30 on the Billboard Jazz Albums Chart.

Artistic Expansion (2017-2020)
In 2017, Lucas launched ODL Music, his new imprint under Dee Lucas Enterprises. His EP Collection, Vol. 1: The Sweet Spot featured the standout single "Road Warrior," which spent eight weeks in Billboard's Smooth Jazz Top 100. He followed with Going Left (2018), distributed by Universal Music Group. Then, the defining moment came when Lucas delivered what became a gamechanger: The Time Is Now (2020). The album's single "Full Tilt" cracked the Billboard Top 20 Smooth Jazz rankings, while the album earned an Indie Soul nomination for Smooth Jazz Album of the Year.

Chart Success & Recognition (2023-2024)
Lucas's 10th release, No Boundaries (2023), marked a creative peak, producing a series of chart-topping singles:

- "Hot Ice" (ft. Gino Rosaria) -
#1 on Smooth Jazz charts

- "Sir Dee" (tribute to Stevie Wonder) -
#1 on Smooth Jazz charts

- "Love Is Enough" (ft. Selina Albright)
Top 10 R&B single
Indie Soul Award nomination for Jazz Vocal Single of the Year

- "On the Verge" (produced by Bob Baldwin)
#1 on Smooth Jazz charts

In 2024, Lucas celebrated 20 years as a recording artist with the aptly titled Twenty. The album featured collaborations with Grammy-winning producer Michael Broening and multi-hit producer Adam Hawley, who delivered the smash singles "Twenty" and "Tighten Up" respectively — both soaring to #1 on multiple smooth jazz charts. His anniversary year also saw the launch of The Twenty Tour, highlighting his journey as both an artist and independent label owner.

Career to Date (2004-2025)
Across 11 full-length projects and multiple singles, Dee Lucas has become a three-time Billboard charting saxophonist and a fixture in contemporary jazz. He has performed alongside legends such as Roy Ayers, Hugh Masekela, Boney James, Peter White, and Michael Franks, while appearing at major festivals and headlining concerts both nationwide and abroad.

Awards & Honors
- Capital Jazz Festival Competition - Runner-up (2007)
- The Time Is Now - Indie Soul Award Nomination, Smooth Jazz Album of the Year (2020)
- "Love Is Enough" - Indie Soul Award Nomination, Jazz Vocal Single of the Year (2023)
- Central Standard Show/STL Smooth Jazz - Artist of the Year (2024)
- Multiple #1 Smooth Jazz singles on various smooth jazz charts platforms (2023-2024)

Legacy & Vision
As founder of ODL Music, Lucas has championed independence in jazz, owning his masters and steering his business with vision. Two decades in, he continues to innovate, release charting singles, and inspire the next generation of jazz entrepreneurs. With a career that bridges artistry and business savvy, Dee Lucas stands as one of smooth jazz's most consistent and dynamic saxophonists.

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