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Destination South Africa (Part 2)
Episode 29
One episode was not enough, so we needed more time to cover the South African scene. This week we look back at an earlier phase of the history of jazz in South Africa, focusing on some foundational b…
Published on 7 years, 6 months ago
Follow the Leader
Episode 28
This episode features tracks from two influential band leaders -- John Lurie of the Lounge Lizards and Miles Davis -- who had a talent for surrounding themselves with talented artists that became pro…
Published on 7 years, 6 months ago
Falling in Love (with Jazz)
Episode 27
This week we dive into the music that got me hooked on jazz, from crossover hits like Miles Davis’ "Bitches Brew" and Dave Brubeck’s "Take Five" to maybe lesser-known, but equally fabulous, pieces by…
Published on 7 years, 6 months ago
Henry Threadgill, Ben LaMar Gay and other great new releases
Episode 26
This week we check out new releases by some of the most exciting and innovative jazz musicians working today, from established names like Henry Threadgill and Nik Bärtsch to up-and-comers like Ben La…
Published on 7 years, 7 months ago
Destination South Africa, Part 1
Episode 25
This week we focus on unforgettable gems from the most prolific Jazz scene in Africa, South Africa, which has remained vibrant for decades, even during the aparthied years, which forced many of its m…
Published on 7 years, 7 months ago
Africa dreaming + Interview with Dida Pelled
Episode 24
In our exploration of Jazz & Africa, this week we focus on music by international musicians inspired by Africa. Plus an interview with, and live performance by, the talented Israeli singer and guitar…
Published on 7 years, 7 months ago
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Destination Africa II! [Benin, Congo, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Senegal, Zimbabwe]
Episode 23
As we continue our exploration of jazz by African musicians and by international musicians fascinated with the African continent and its music, this week we focus on Benin, Congo, Ethiopia, Nigeria, …
Published on 7 years, 7 months ago
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Destination Africa! [Mali, Morocco & Tunisia]
Episode 22
In this episode we'll explore jazz by African musicians and by foreign musicians fascinated with the African continent and its music, with a special focus on Mali, Morocco and Tunisia. The Playlist i…
Published on 7 years, 8 months ago
Minimalist Jazz & Interview with Caroline Davis
Episode 21
Jazz and minimalism? An interesting combination that produces fascinating and hypnotic results which we'll delve in in this episode of Mondo Jazz. Plus: an interview with Caroline Davis on the occasi…
Published on 7 years, 8 months ago
Erik Friedlander throws a glass of absinthe, and more new releases
Episode 20
This week Mondo Jazz features an interview with cellist Erik Friedlander about his latest project inspired by the viewing of Pablo Picasso's "Glass of Absinthe", "Artemisia" a visually stunning vinyl…
Published on 7 years, 8 months ago