Jim’s albums are all available as CDs, and can be shipped worldwide. To purchase a CD, email jim@jimclaytonjazz.com
Look Out – Jim Clayton (2023)
Recorded in New Orleans; Jim’s vocal debut! Featuring Herlin Riley (drums) and Amina Scott (bass). Produced by Chris Butcher and Jim. Liner notes by Ricky Riccardi (Grammy winner for Album Notes).
“…personable vocals that sometimes recall Bob Dorough.”
-Scott Yanow, L.A. Jazz Scene
Lenny Jumps In – Jim Clayton (2016)
Recorded in Toronto; songs inspired by the people and places his young daughter loves. Featuring Andrew Scott (guitar), Steve Lucas (bass), David Peters (drums), Paul Ormandy (percussion).
“Clayton’s touch on the Ivories is rich and confident… comfort food for bop fans!”
-George Harris, Jazz Weekly
Songs My Daughter Knows – Jim Clayton (2013)
Recorded in New Orleans; the songs that formed the soundtrack for his daughter’s first year. Featuring Jason Marsalis (drums), Bill Summers (percussion), Peter Harris (bass), Marlon Jordan (trumpet).
“”Warm, happy, and soulful.”
-DownBeat Magazine
So Nice – The Clayton/Scott Group (2003)
The second album with guitarist Andrew Scott. Featuring Rob DeBoer (keys, acoustic guitar), Tony Grace (percussion), Phil Dwyer (sax), Steve McDade (trumpet), Mark Promane (trombone), Don Thompson (vibes), Attila Baraczka (bass), Don Pham (drums), Jake Wilkinson (trumpet).
“Definitely merits consideration as one of the finest Canadian SJ projects ever!”
-Ted Hasiuk, Jazz Lynx
August – The Clayton/Scott Group (2002)
The first album from Jim’s collaboration with guitarist Andrew Scott. Featuring Steve Lucas (bass and programming), Mark Kelso (drums), Bryden Baird (trumpet, flugelhorn), Dave French (sax), Paul Ormandy (percussion).
“August couples strong melodic writing with infectious grooves for a unique and exciting sound.”
– Hans-Bernd Hülsmann, Smooth-Jazz.de
Muskoka – Jim Clayton’s Greenhouse (1997)
Jim’s debut album. Featuring Patricia Wheeler (sax), Paul Ormandy (percussion), Rich Levesque (bass), Bryan Humphreys (drums).