Be sure to tune in Sunday when Ashley appears on Chicago’s “Smooth Jazz Cafe Radio” with DJ Big Corn at 9 PM CT to discuss her latest smooth jazz release.
Mediabase Top Gainer expands across iHeartRadio’s Smooth Jazz Channel, Smooth Jazz Network and major U.S. markets as Paul’s crossover momentum accelerates
LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — International billboard recording artist Ashley Paul is having a breakout moment at smooth jazz radio. Her latest single, “I Just Had to Fall,” has emerged as one of the week’s most-added new releases in the format, earning Mediabase Smooth Jazz Top Gainer status while expanding across influential Billboard/Mediabase stations nationwide.
This milestone represents a pivotal crossover moment for Paul as “I Just Had to Fall” continues to build radio support, with Billboard/Mediabase airplay reaching Smooth Jazz Network, WJZA in Atlanta, WJAB in Huntsville and iHeartRadio’s Smooth Jazz Channel.
That momentum carries forward this Sunday, August 23, when Paul and “I Just Had to Fall” are scheduled to appear on iHeartRadio’s Smooth Jazz Weekend Show at 9:00 PM CST, extending the single’s national radio footprint even further.
Airplay for “I Just Had to Fall” has also been reported on Smooth Jazz Network affiliates in markets including New York, Philadelphia, Orlando, Milwaukee, St. Louis, San Antonio, Oklahoma City, Grand Rapids, Long Island and beyond, along with additional smooth jazz outlets across the U.S. and internationally.
Penned by acclaimed songwriters Alan Rich, who wrote “Run to You” for Whitney Houston, and Lou Pardini, “I Just Had to Fall” marks a new phase for Paul, blending her distinctive vocal approach with a refined smooth jazz aesthetic. The track, released via Dauman/Virgin, continues Paul’s reach across pop, dance, adult contemporary and smooth jazz formats.
With Mediabase traction accelerating and support from key stations and networks throughout the format, “I Just Had to Fall” is rapidly positioning itself as one of Paul’s most impactful radio singles to date, signaling an exciting new direction in her career.
Produced by Grammy-nominated duo Bizkit and Butta, the producers behind John Legend’s “Tonight.”
“I Just Had to Fall” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
Don’t forget to catch Ashley this Sunday chatting about her new smooth jazz single with DJ Big Corn on Chicago’s own “Smooth Jazz Cafe Radio” at 9 PM CT.
Ashley Paul is an international Billboard recording artist and singer-songwriter whose music spans pop, dance, adult contemporary and smooth jazz. Some of her catalog includes “Bingo Baby,” “Hearts Up,” “Body Language,” “Finding Rhythm,” “Golden Tickets,” “Ribbons” and “I Just Had to Fall.” Known for pairing emotionally driven songwriting with polished, radio-ready production, Paul continues to expand her presence across U.S. and international radio and live performance.
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