In the Groove, Jazz and Beyond

After hearing tracks inspired by the snow storm here in New England, we get down to some serious New Orleans Second Line blues from Wynton Marsalis. The Majesty of the Blues takes us through the death and resurection of jazz music.

After opening with a classic Freddie Hubbard track, we are joined by Noah Preminger to talk about the making of his lastest release of protest songs, Meditatons on Freedom. Also featured are new albums by Mark Whitfield, The Curtis Brothers and Theo Bleckman.

After opening with a classic Freddie Hubbard track, we are joined by Noah Preminger to talk about the making of his lastest release of protest songs, Meditatons on Freedom. Also featured are new albums by Mark Whitfield, The Curtis Brothers and Theo Bleckman.

This podcast episode features an interview with young saxophonist Mike Casey on his debut album. That is followed by veteran jazz ambassador Wynton Marsalis from his Majesty of the Blues recording. Also of note are new releases by Noah Preminger and the Curtis Brothers.

This podcast episode features an interview with young saxophonist Mike Casey on his debut album. That is followed by veteran jazz ambassador Wynton Marsalis from his Majesty of the Blues recording. Also of note are new releases by Noah Preminger and the Curtis Brothers.

On this inauguration day, this podcast will focus on the dreams and vision of Martin Luther King, the historic legacy of Barack Obama and the protests of today's Women's Day March. We as a people will not stand for the tearing down of the ideals and values represented by King, Obama and the Women's March protesters. Bob Dylan, Noah Preminger, Gil Scott Herron, Noah Baerman, Gregory Porter, Norah Jones and Sonny Rollins whos work is represented here have used their words and music to express protest.

On this inauguration day, this podcast will focus on the dreams and vision of Martin Luther King, the historic legacy of Barack Obama and the protests of today's Women's Day March. We as a people will not stand for the tearing down of the ideals and values represented by King, Obama and the Women's March protesters. Bob Dylan, Noah Preminger, Gil Scott Herron, Noah Baerman, Gregory Porter, Norah Jones and Sonny Rollins whos work is represented here have used their words and music to express protest.

This podcast, recorded on Friday the 13th gets off with a "superstitious" start from rocker Jeff Beck, and then SF Jazz Collective. Next, pop covers from guitarist Dave Stryker. Then there is a great collaboration with Metheny and Mehldau. Conspiracy theories from Darcy James Argue's Secret Society, Blues from Noah Preminger before we journey back in time for early jazz. The podcast concludes with great piano playing from Renee Rosnes and Kenny Barron.

This podcast, recorded on Friday the 13th gets off with a "superstitious" start from rocker Jeff Beck, and then SF Jazz Collective. Next, pop covers from guitarist Dave Stryker. Then there is a great collaboration with Metheny and Mehldau. Conspiracy theories from Darcy James Argue's Secret Society, Blues from Noah Preminger before we journey back in time for early jazz. The podcast concludes with great piano playing from Renee Rosnes and Kenny Barron.

The center of this podcast is a celebration of John McLaughlin's 75th birthday. From his first solo release to Mahavishnu Orchestra to Shakti, represents his most creative period in my view. Another highlight in this podcast is Renee Rosnes' latest release Written in the Rocks. Other artists review here are Eddie Henderson, Ed Fast, Buster Williams and Miles Davis.

The center of this podcast is a celebration of John McLaughlin's 75th birthday. From his first solo release to Mahavishnu Orchestra to Shakti, represents his most creative period in my view. Another highlight in this podcast is Renee Rosnes' latest release Written in the Rocks. Other artists review here are Eddie Henderson, Ed Fast, Buster Williams and Miles Davis.

Taken from the last radio broadcast in 2016, we hear some more of my favorite recent album releases. Most of these have a jazz rock fusion sound, beginning with bassist Dave Holland, guitarist Rez Abbasi, Ed Palermo big band and more.

I usually don't play many holiday tunes, but this year one christmas tune led to another and the playlist fell into that holiday gropve. So, let this podcast be your soundtrack during holiday season.  The Human Race,It's Christmas Time Again Playlis  Artist ~ Song ~ Album Chris Potter ~ O Come All Ye Faithful ~ A Concord Jazz Christmas Joey Alexander ~ Maiden Voyage (featuring Chris Potter) ~ Countdown Wynton Marsalis ~ Winter Wonderland ~ A Jazzy Wonderland The Nola Players ~ Jingle Bells ~ Christmastime in New Orleans Dave Stryker ~ Time of the Season ~ eight track II Dave Stryker ~ O'Tannenbaum ~ (single) Gregory Porter ~ French African Queen ~ Take Me to the Alley Gregory Porter ~ Consequence of Love ~ Take Me to the Alley Dane Scazzarri and the Human Race ~ The Christmas Song ~ It's Christmas Time Again Ellis Marsalis ~ This is Christmas ~ A Jazzy Wonderland Craig Hartley ~ Imagine Peace Piece ~ Books on Tape Vol II Kris Allen ~ O Come O Come Emmanuel ~ Together John Coltrane Quartet ~ My Favorite Things ~ My Favorite Things

As 2016 comes to a close, I review some of my favorite releases of the year. Freddie Hendrix, Rale Macic, Wallace Roney, Kris Allen, Craig Hartley, Orrin Evans, Donnie McCaslin, David Bowie, Noah Preminger are represented here. In the middle of this podcast are a few holiday tunes as well.

Back from the NYC jazz club scene, I review performances by Rob Garcia and a duet performance by Chick Corea and John McLaughlin. We go back to the masters, Miles, Trane, Monk, for some of the most important jazz standards. The podcast is bookended with a celebration of birthdays from Jimmy Smith and Donald Byrd.