Podcast Episodes

Miles' Greatest Album - You're Welcome

Season 12 Episode 7

Could Miles Davis’ peak performance come alongside a bunch of kids who weren’t even getting paid? In this episode, Peter and Adam dive into one of the greatest live albums ever captured, My Funny Val…

Published on 9 months ago

Before The Moonwalk: Michael's "Off The Wall" Gravity

Season 12 Episode 6

When Epic Records told Michael Jackson “no” to Quincy Jones, he fought back and changed music forever. Join Adam Maness and Peter Martin as they dive into Jackson’s 1979 masterpiece Off The Wall – th…

Published on 9 months, 1 week ago

The Trio That Changed Trios

Season 12 Episode 5

Can you believe the most celebrated Bill Evans Trio was only together for 18 months? In this episode, we’re looking at early 60's Bill alongside Scott LaFaro and Paul Motian, and the four albums they…

Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago

Greatest FUNK Band Of All Time?

Season 12 Episode 4

What makes New Orleans funk hit so different? In this episode, we dive into the swampy funk of The Meters, the iconic quartet that’s left its mark on everything from Wu-Tang to Whitney Houston and be…

Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago

6 Songs To Turn Coltrane Curious Into Coltrane Converted

Season 12 Episode 3

Have Giant Steps and Meditations scared you away from John Coltrane? Join us on the other side of the Trane tracks with what might be the best trio of albums ever dropped in the same year. We’re talk…

Published on 10 months ago

How Brad Mehldau Became Jazz' Greatest Genre Hacker

Season 12 Episode 2

Has Brad Mehldau always been one step ahead of jazz? In this episode, Peter and Adam trace his evolution from the straight-ahead Art of the Trio series to the produced, cinematic experiments of his 2…

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

Steely Dan's "Aja" A Perfect Album?

Season 12 Episode 1

From the hypnotic grooves of “Black Cow” to contributions from jazz legends Wayne Shorter, Steve Gadd, and Victor Feldman, Steely Dan’s 1977 masterpiece Aja reigns amongst the best—and best-produced—…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

Our 12 Favorite Village Vanguard Sets

Season 11 Episode 266

In this very special cross-over episode, Adam Maness and Bob DeBoo from Upright Citizens check out 12 of their favorite live albums recorded at the famous Village Vanguard. What's your favorite live …

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

How To Live Musical Life In 2025

Season 11 Episode 265

In this solo episode, Peter Martin gives advice on how to life a musical life in the coming year and what to do to set yourself up for success.

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Published on 1 year ago

Tunes That Teach Ya Somethin

Season 11 Episode 264

Adam and Peter list their favorite tunes that actually teach ya something! Learning these tunes will give you a better grasp on your playing in these contexts.

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Published on 1 year ago