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From Jazz masters of past and present to emerging new artists performing modern jazz and fusion. No smooth jazz here!
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Episodes
Jul 17, 2016
Jul 17, 2016
1hr 24 min
This podcast kicks off with music from Kris Allen, Earl MacDonald and Jimmy McGriff. We then highlight the Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz Series in Hartford with the first 4 of 6 concerts presented by the Hartford Jazz Society. The podcast concludes with music from newcomers David Gibson, Victor Gould and Sheryl Bailey.
Jul 10, 2016
Jul 10, 2016
1hr 27 min
After a week dominated by racial injustice, protest and violence this broadcast takes on a contemplative tone. Tyner's Search for Peace seemed an appropriate way to lead off the show. A Jimmy Greene set is also featured here to review his recent performance at Wesleyan U this week. Other artists represented are Shirley Horn, Cecile Salvant, Buster Williams, Alan Ferber and Hiromi.
Jul 3, 2016
Jul 3, 2016
1hr 21 min
A couple of new albums start this podcast. David Gibson; trombonist, composer, arranger and Ray McMorrin (sax) with roots in Hartford now residing in Japan. That is followed by a Stanley Clarke set for his 65th birthday. Metheny, DeJohnette and drummer E.J Strickland wind up this week's podcast.
Jun 26, 2016
Jun 26, 2016
1hr 22 min
This playlist is mostly a review of NYC jazz artists that I heard live on a recent trip to the big apple. We saw six bands, and they are represented here. Monday nights have NYC regulars Mingus Big Band at the Jazz Standard, and Mike Stern at 55Bar. Stanley Cowell was at the venerable Village Vanguard. David Binney and Sheryl Bailey made it three stops at 55Bar which features up and coming jazz players. The last stop was uptown at Smoke Jazz & Supper Club where pianist Victor Gould was celebrating the release of his new CD with his sextet. This CD also features new albums by Kenny Garrett and Hiromi.
Jun 19, 2016
Jun 19, 2016
1hr 24 min
Like last week, we start with a couple tracks from Pat Metheny's new album followed by Jaco's Word of Mouth. We feature new albums from saxophonist Kris Allen and Mike Melito. Then, close it out with a preview of Kenny Garrett's forthcoming release. Also in this podcast we hear from guitarist Monnette Sudler and Noah Baerman.
Jun 12, 2016
Jun 12, 2016
1hr 15 min
Following something new from Pat Metheny, is a set inspired by early American music. Jane Ira Bloom, JD Allen and Noah Preminger have all released music with roots in Native American or Delta Blues. Also in this podcast is new music from Kris Allen, Steve Davis, Cuong Vu and a Beatles cover from John Daversa.
Jun 5, 2016
Jun 5, 2016
1hr 17 min
We feature a long set of Gary Bartz music, but first hear Greg Abate and Phil Woods and the intensity of McCoy Tyner. Following the Bartz set is something new from Cyrus Chestnut and a surprise Beatles medley.
May 29, 2016
May 29, 2016
2hr 8 min
Our Miles Davis 90th Birthday tribute show. You will hear Miles' first and second great quintets along with an early recording with Charlie Parker and a sideman date with Cannonball. Then his transition to electronics beginning with explorations with his quintet, to full throttle jazz/rock fusion. We finish with fusion masters John McLaughlin and Weather Report. Over 2 hours of great music covering the many sides of Miles.
