In the Groove, Jazz and Beyond

This podcast features the artistry of Bobby Hutcherson, a jazz master who passed away this week. We feature his music as a leader and a sideman. This episode starts with new music from the Black Arts Collective and concludes with Miles Davis from his landmark album Kind of Blue.

A jazz podcast with political undertones. I make a statement with the opening track from Charlie Haden's This is Not America (for DJT). Darcy James Argue's Real Enemies opening track being The Enemy Within sums up my sentiment about one actor in this election year. From their we lighten it up with Dexter, Wynton, Nat and Chick.

This year's Newport Jazz Festival was a great success both musically and in terms of attendance. Saturday's event was sold out for the first time in a decade or more. This podcast features some of the artists and the tunes they performed. In addition, please check out my photo gallery from the festival. https://goo.gl/photos/T5SAsUcwRguN6SsW9

This podcast features the music as well as an interview with drummer E.J. Strickland. Strickland, also a composer and bandleader is one of the more in-demand drummers in NYC. We speak about his family, composing music, and living in New York pursuing this art form. Other artists featured are Noah Preminger, Tom Harrell, Rez Abbasi and others.

This year's Newport Jazz Festival promises to be a great one. We play many of the artists that will be appearing during the 3 day festival (July 29 - 31). You'll hear from some of the 50+ artists that will be performing in this historic jazz festival. I'll be there to report live via social networking (facebook, twitter, instagram), and a review on WWUH in coming weeks. But it is best to experience the festival live. You can get more information and purchase tickets at www.newportjazzfest.org .

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.

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. His personal struggles resulting from gun violence also seems appropriate. Other artists represented are Shirley Horn, Cecile Salvant, Buster Williams, Alan Ferber and Hiromi.

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.   Featured Album David Gibson's Inner Agent on iTunes   Playlist Artist ~ Song ~ Album David Gibson ~ Axe Grinder ~ Inner Agent David Gibson ~ The Scythe ~ Inner Agent Raymond McMorrin ~ Bald Head ~ RayMac Stanley Clarke ~ Sea Journey ~ Children of Forever Stan Getz ~ Five Hundred Miles High ~ Captain Marvel Chick Corea and Return To Forever ~ Vulcan Worlds ~ Wher Have I Known You Before Pat Metheny ~ Medley ~ The Unity Sessions Jack DeJohnette, Ravi Coltrane, Mattew Garrison ~ Alabama ~ In Movement E.J. Strickland Quintet ~ Hindsight ~ The Undying Spirit

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.

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.

Following something new from Pat Metheny, is a set of new tunes 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 music. Also in this podcast is new music from Kris Allen, Steve Davis, Cuong Vu and a Beatles cover from John Daversa.

A diverse podcast of jazz styles beginning with a Gary Bartz tribute to Trane, followed by young hard bop artists David Gibson and Theo Hill and vocals by Atla Dechamplain. Then 2 extended sets. First is the Sachal Ensemble fusing Middle Eastern sounds with Jazz, R&B and popular western influences. Finally we hear Keith Jarrett in 3 different settings.

This year end podcast reviews some of the 2015 releases I've enjoyed. We've got some holiday songs in there as well. Peace to all during the holidays and Happy New Year.Featured Album For One to Love - Cécile McLorin Salvant on iTunesArtist ~ Song ~ AlbumTom Harrell ~ Passepied ~ First Impressions Christian McBride Trio ~ Down By the Riverside ~ Live at The Village Vanguard Dave Liebman and Expansions ~ Good Bait ~ The Puzzle Cecile McLorin Salvant ~ Somethings Coming ~ For one to love Terrell Stafford ~ Mr. Kenyatta ~ Brotherlee Love Joey Alexander ~ My Favorite Things ~ My Favorite Things Chris Potter ~ O Come All Ye Faithful ~ A Concord Jazz Christmas Marian McPartland ~ God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen ~ A Concord Jazz Christmas 2 Joey DeFrancesco ~ Trip Mode ~ Trip Mode Brad Mehldau ~ Blackbird ~ 10 Years Solo Live Sunna Gunnlaugs ~ Dry Cycle ~ Cielito Lindo 

This holiday season brings a feeling of hope for a just and peaceful world. This is the inspiration for this week's podcast. Featured is a set of Jimmy Greene's music in remembrance of the third anniversary of the Sandy Hook tragedy and to pay tribute to the victims and their families. Featured Album Beautiful Life - Jimmy Greene on iTunes Artist ~ Track ~ Album Greg Abate ~ Winter Wonderland ~ It's Christmastime Jimmy Greene ~ Saludos/Come Thou Almighty King ~ Beautiful Life Jimmy Greene ~ Last Summer ~ Beautiful Life Jimmy Greene ~ Love In Action ~ Mission Statement Jimmy Greene ~ Anthem of Hope ~ The Overcomer's Suite Branford Marsalis Quartet ~ Hope ~ Braggtown Joni Mitchell ~ River ~ Blue Joe Magnarelli ~ Paris ~ Three on Two Steve Davis ~ Grove's Groove ~ Update Steve Davis ~ Kenya ~ Say When

This is a segment from my Thanksgiving show, but why should we give thanks only in late November? That set features songs inspired by my favorite holiday by Jimmy Greene, Miguel Zenon and Arthur Blythe. Lots more here including a couple of tracks by trombonist Michael Dease.