Podcast Episodes

Frank Kimbrough - A Musical Portrait - Part 2

Episode 141

We continue our exploration of the musical world of Frank Kimbrough, through his works as leader, co-leader, sideman in groups of long-time collaborators and in live never-heard-before recordings.

Th…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

Frank Kimbrough - A Musical Portrait - Part 1

Episode 141

Frank Kimbrough had carved a unique place on the jazz scene, admired and respected by his peers for his capacity of inhabiting the moment and this way really embodying the essence of a music like jaz…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

Ron Miles, Antônio Neves, Gard Nilssen, Mauro Ottolini & More New Releases

Episode 140

You feel like you need a shot of energy because you've been at home too long, or you dream about traveling around the world but you're stuck in lock-down mode. Or maybe you feel curious about the way…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

James Brandon Lewis, Wynton Marsalis, Dina Ramirez, Lee Pardini & New Releases

Episode 140

This week we go from Wynton Marsalis's ruminations on the status of our society to Teodross Avery's and the Analog Players Society's reflections on Monk. In between. a world tour with stops in South …

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

Gregory Porter, Kronos Quartet, Alberto Pinton, Pat Metheny & More New Releases

Episode 139

Gregory Porter kicks off the party with his uplifting "Revival Song", electro-acoustic projects keep the momentum going during the first half and jazz-meets-contemporary music albums take over the se…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

Maria Pia de Vito, Becca Stevens, Elan Mehler, Daniel Casimir & More New Releases

Episode 139

The year ended as it started, and as if COVID-19 never were, with a heart-warming slew of great new releases. Here's the last installment for 2020 acting as a great omen for an equally rewarding 2021…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

[Long] Live (at) the Jazz Standard! - Part 2

Episode 138

We continue our celebration of the Jazz Standard's legacy, following the announcement of its untimely closure. The capacity to appeal to both the beginner and the long-time jazz fan, and to combine t…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

[Long] Live (at) the Jazz Standard! - Part 1

Episode 138

A jazz club is not just a commercial enterprise, or an entertainment spot, it's a cultural hub. When a venue like the Jazz Standard closes the loss should not be seen only in terms of a measurable di…

Published on 4 years, 11 months ago

Sarah Elizabeth Charles, Archie Shepp, Sylvie Courvoisier, Lara Driscoll & More

Episode 137

Duos galore, grrrl power, trans-European and trans-Atlantic collaborations and plenty of pianos in this wave of new and upcoming releases.

The playlist includes KerenDun; Lara Driscoll; Chris White; A…

Published on 5 years ago

Ibrahim Maalouf, Matteo Bortone, Karriem Riggins, Andrew Renfroe & New Releases

Episode 137

Ibrahim Maalouf celebrates his fortieth birthday with 40 melodies, then we dive into a rather guitar-centric collection of new and upcoming releases, which then takes a left turn with the latest from…

Published on 5 years ago