Doing Jazz with Lorens Chuno

76 - Bassist Peter Slavov has Little Stories to share Feb 11, 2020

Peter Slavov’s new album, Little Stories, is a collection of songs — each telling a story — that come together to form a complete narrative. Join Peter and Lorens as he talks about Esperanza Spalding; crossing the US-Mexico border; Quicy Jones; listening as way of learning; and other carefully related fun stuff. (Music Credit: Glide; Small Little Things; History of Beauty; and 9 AM by Peter Slavov)

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75 - A Chat with Studio Engineer Dave Darlington Feb 04, 2020

Dave Darlington has made his marks in the world of recorded music with his trademark minimalistic approach to the use to audio compression. Dave has worked with most of the household names in all the genres. For instance, he mixed and mastered the grammy award winning album “Algeria" by wayne Shorter; "If on a Winter's Night" by String, and "Black Ivory Soul" by Angelique Kidjo. How about that for range? Dave also composed the theme song and and underscore for the HBO hit Oz. (Music credit: Mr Sabi, 1 Train, Awake, and Today by Lorens Chuno).

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74 - A Dialogical Talk with Saxophonist Michael Eaton Jan 14, 2020

Michael Eaton’s compositions have a wide range of intellectual and philosophical underpinnings that gives each listener something to reflect upon. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about artist retreat, anxiety, Bernie Sanders, and many other things, all carefully connected by his new his new albums Dialogical and Tenor Triage. (music credit: Juno, Anthropocene, Aphoristic, Machinic Eros -- by Michael Eaton; The Beat Down -- by Tenor Triage )

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73 - Lauren Desberg is Out for Delivery Jul 12, 2019

On her new album, Vocalist Lauren Desberg flirts boldly with today’s pop sound while remaining informed by Jazz. Join Lauren and Lorens as she talks about Jappan, interludes, restaurant gigs,New Orleans, and other randomly connected inspirations. (music credit: The Way You Feel Inside, Something Wrong with Me, Falling Dominos, Yes Unless, by Lauren Desberg)

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72 - Mike Lee has a Song for All of Us Jun 14, 2019

Mike Lee’s compositions draws from an eclectic mixture of inspirations and yet is still rooted in the Jazz tradition. This can easily be felt on his latest album, Song For All of Us. Join Mike and Lorens as they talk about New Jersey, accents, Sonny Rollins and other sort-of related topics. (music credit: Song For Us All, Maywood, Last Minute, It’s Easy to Remember, and Shortstops, by Mike Lee)

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71 - Daniel Bennett Group is the Orchestra May 27, 2019

On his new album, We Are The Orchestra, Daniel Bennett presents a collection of songs inspired by the poetry and essays of Walt Whitman. Join Daniel and Lorens as they talk about the album, touring, driving in the snow, AC units and other subtly related things. (music credit: Loose Fitting Spare Tires; Refinancing for Elephants; Theme from II Trovatore; by Daniel Bennet Group)

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70 - [Bonus] A Soul Awakening with Harpist Brandee Younger May 20, 2019

Harpist Brandee Younger’s latest release, Soul Awakening, is a collection of 8 well executed compositions, complete with easily felt energy and introspection. Join Brandee and Lorens as they talk about Beyonce, harp pedals, and other things. (Song credits: Games, Respected Destroyer, Soul Awakening, Blue Nile, Save the Children, and Love’s Prayer by Brandee Younger)

69 - Saxophonist Jessica Jones is on a Continuum May 16, 2019

JESSICA JONES QUARTET’s latest album, CONTINUUM, is the product of an earnest and organic execution of musical creativity. Joins Jessica and Lorens as they talk about the album, the Bay area, cats in Africa, and other not quite related topics. (music credit: For the Cats of the Continent, Just As It Is, Higher Than, and Continuum (Reprise) by Jessica Jones Quartet)

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68 - Alicia Olatuja talks about her "Intuition" Apr 26, 2019

As an artist, ALICIA OLATUJA is distinguished by her grateful presence and her fine-tuned and soulful vocals. latest album, INTUITION, is a collection of classic songs written by female composers. (Song credit: So Good So Right, No Ordinary Love, Cherokee Louise, Just wait, and This Woman’s Work Alicia Olatuja)

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67 - Eddie Arjun (Guitarist/Composer) Apr 20, 2019

EDDIE ARJUNS's latest album, Transition, is a cohesive body of work that showcases the confident musicianship of his trio and their solid sense of groove. Join Eddie and Lorens as they talk about Queens, song names, Prince and other subtly related subjects. (Song credit: Transition,Core, Ascent, and Gone by Eddie Arjun)

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66 - Patricia Barber (Pianist/Composer/Vocalist) Apr 10, 2019

Patricia Barber’s new album “Higher” is a storybook of songs complete with captivating and sometimes outré lyrics, and a masterful story teller. Join Patricia and Lorens as they talk about art songs, European audience vs American audience, Shirley Horn and other subtly related subjects (Song credit: Higher, The Albatross Song, The Opera Song, In Your own Sweet Way, by Patricia Barber).

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65 - Kristen Lee Sergeant (Vocalist) Mar 21, 2019

Kristen Lee Sergeant’s new album, Smoulder, showcases her skillful use of lyrics that commands the listener to not only hear her but also see her through the speaker. Join Kristen and Lorens as they talk about Cole Poter, Manchester by the Sea, and other subtly related topics (Song credit: I’m Beginning to See the Light, Balm/Burn, It’s Alright with Me, by Kristen Lee Sergeant).

64 - Abe Ovadia (Guitarist) Mar 08, 2019

Abe Ovadia is an award winning jazz guitarist whose style is very innovative, and yet informed by the tradition. Join Abe and Lorens as they talk about many things including how to connect with more people as a musician. (Song Credit: 'Song For Bret', ‘AfroBlue' by Abe Ovadia)

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63 - Abigail Rockwell (Vocalist) Jan 19, 2019

ABIGAIL ROCKWELL is a talented vocalist whose singing effortlessly tells a unique intimate story to each listener. Her new album, AUTUMN NOIR, is a collection of 12 songs with arrangements that are meticulously executed to preserve the power and intimacy of Abigail’s interpretation (Music Credit: Libertango, Miss Brown To You, Voodoo Swing, by Abigail Rockwell).

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62 - Gil Defay (Trumpeter/Composer) Jan 12, 2019

On his new album, IT’S ALL LOVE, GIL DEFAY draws from his background of jazz, soul, and hiphop to create a collection of rich and accessible tunes that are all crafted with a generous dose of love. Join Gil and Lorens as he talks about Mariah Carey, growing up Haitian, Playing all F’s on the trumpet, and a bunch of other related stuff. (music credit: On That NYC, Le Cri, What A Friend, and D Bross Blues by Gil Defay)

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61 - Rhythm Sustained with Bassist, John Gray Jan 03, 2019

Bassist, John Gray stops by to discuss LORENS CHUNO’s new album, RHYTHM SUSTAINED. The two musicians ended up discuss many things including the making of the album, Texas, Mr Know-it-all and many subtly related stuff.

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60 - Henry Conerway III (Drummer) Nov 17, 2018

HENRY CONERWAY III’s new album is titled With Pride for Dignity. The songs on this album come together to tell a very relatable American musical story. The execution of each song is edgy while adhering to the tradition of jazz. Join Henry and Lorens as they talk the album, Freddy Cole, African Prints, and many carelessly related things. (Song credit: 'With Pride for Dignity’, 'Gingerbread Boy', 'Cotton Tail', and ‘Slippery', ‘Hopscotch' by Henry Conerway III)

59 - Itai Kriss (Flutist/Composer) Sep 14, 2018

ITAI KRISS’s new album, Telavana, beautifully combines latin and middle eastern rhythms and melodies in the most uncontrived way possible, highlighting the excellent musicianship of all the players involved. Join Itai and Lorens as they talk the album and many other things.(Song credit: 'Sahadi’s Serenade', ’Shabazi', ‘Buttered Scones and Tea', ‘Azules' by Itai Kriss and Televana)

58 - LehCats (Karen Stachel - Flute, Norbert Stachel - Saxophone) Aug 23, 2018

LEHCATS latest release, Movement to Egalitaria, is a collection of songs that collectively engender an acheivable vision of a fairer society. Join LEHCATS and Lorens as they talks about making of the album, discrimination in world of classical music, the Bay area, and other carefully related topics . (Song credit: National Anthem of Egalitaria, Nine Lives, Mandela, Sunshine)

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57 - Abelita Mateus (Pianist/Composer/Singer) Aug 09, 2018

ABELITA MATEUS' rich cultural and musical background gives her playing a rare uncontrived soulfulness that is complete with artistic and emotional authenticity. This can be heard on her new album Mixed Feelings. Join Albelita and Lorens as she talks about making the album, teaching, Gilberto Gil, Botucatu, and other carefully related things. (Song credits: Vamo N’eca, Ligia, Patience, Paizinho).

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56 - Harold O'Neal (Pianist/Composer) Jul 25, 2018

HAROLD O’NEAL’S latest release is a solo piano album titled ‘Piano Cinema’, a distinctively curated collection of solo piano songs that highlight Harold’s excellent piano abilities while taking you on a subtle filmic journey. Join Harold and Lorens as he talks about Beyonce, Ahmad Jamal, the sounds of Film, and other non-related but connected subjects.

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55 - Kosi (Singer/Songwriter) Jul 18, 2018

On her new album, Stranger In Every Town, VOCALIST KOSI draws from her experience traveling alone across the US as a singer/songwriter. Join Kosi and Lorens as she talks about Pittsburgh, recording a songs she hates, and other connected but unrelated musical stuff (music credit: Like You, Walk, Priestess, Worship, Here. All songs by Kosi)

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54 - Adi Meyerson (Bassist/Composer) Jul 12, 2018

On her new album, Where we Stand, bassist and composer, ADI MEYERSON presents a classic yet personal interpretation of her original compositions. Join Adi and Lorens as she talks about Nina Simone, Rice and Beans, Israel, and other unrelated but musical themes. (music credit: 'Where We Stand', ‘Eunice', ‘TNT', 'Rice and Beans’ by Adi Meyerson)

53 - Majid (Violinist/Composer) Jul 06, 2018

Violinist MAJID’s new album, Sound of a Flower, has a solid jazz foundation, but draws influences from soul, hip-hop, and classical music giving rise to an infection sound that is uniquely Majid’s. Join Majid and Lorens as he talks about the album, hip-hop, bundao and other subtly related things. (music credit: 'Up and In', 'Black Star', and 'Be What You Want’ by Majid).

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52 - Elio Villafranca (Pianist/Composer) Jun 22, 2018

Pianist and composer, ELIO VILLAFRANCA’s new albums, CINQUE is the product of an earnest and careful execution of creativity. This album seamlessly educates and entertains, and in the same breath invites the listener to introspect. Join Elio and Lorens as he talks about Cinque, cuba, Childish Gambino, and other carefully related stuff. (music credit: ‘Cinque’, 'The Capture’, and ‘Maluagda’ by Elio Villafranca ).

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51 - Michael Vitali (Drummer) Jun 14, 2018

Drummer, MICHAEL VITALI is a diverse and avid practitioner of jazz who has played with household jazz names, and is also active in the world music scene. His group, the Michael Vitali Trio's new album is titled ‘Scratching the Surface’. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about being a working musician, traveling around Europe, and other related stuff. (music credit: ‘Leo', ‘Requiem', and 'True Love Waits’ by Michael Vitali Trio).

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50 - Jonathan Barber (Drummer/Composer) Jun 07, 2018

On his debut album, Vision Ahead, Jonathan Barber delivers some very well executed original compositions. These songs have introspective origins and help shape the current path of his music group also called Vision Ahead. Join Jonathan and Lorens as he talks about Hartford, jam sessions, living in New York and other mildly related stuff. (music credit: ‘Vision Ahead’, ‘Gone Away', ‘Carry On’, and ‘Airport’ by Jonathan Barber).

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49 - Michael Mwenso (Vocalist) May 24, 2018

Vocalist, MICHAEL MWENSO is the leader of MWENSO AND THE SHAKES, a vibrant band with new and fresh sounds, invigorating arrangements, and an unmatched stage presence. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about many things including Betty Carter and astrological signs. (Music credit: 'No Regrets’ by Mwenso and the Shakes)

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48 - Meg Okura (Violinist/Composer) May 17, 2018

MEG OKURA is a distinguished violinist/composer who has been decorated with several awards. Her latest album, Ima Ima, is a collection of well thought out and very well executed compositions that stem out of her role as a mother. Join Meg and Lorens as she talks about composing, motherhood, David Bowie, and other somewhat related things. (music credit: 'Black Rain’, 'A Summer in Jerusalem', 'A Night Insomnia’, 'Blues in Jade’)

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47 - Mark Wade (Bassist) Apr 06, 2018

MARK WADE is an accomplished musician whose excellence has garnered recognitions on several jazz publications including being featured as one of DownBeat Magazine's top 10 bass players. Join Mark — and Lorens — as he talks about surviving as a musician in New York, teaching bass, the midwest, and other carelessly related issues. (music credit: ‘Wide Open’, 'Another Night in Tunisia’, ‘Midnight in the Cathedral’, ‘ Moving Day’, and ‘In the Fading Ray of Sunlight’).

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46 - Sivan Arbel (Vocalist/Composer) Mar 29, 2018

SIVAN ARBEL is a gifted vocalist whose singing emanates a great deal of soul, while displaying some subtle techniques that only a very well trained vocalist can bring out. Join Sivan and Lorens as she talks about investing in a music career, Betty Carter, Kfar Uriya, and other connected but unrelated stuff. (music: 'Over sensitivity', 'Open my tube of art', 'Active on Wheel', 'Analysis' by Sivan Arbel)

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45 - Evan Harris (Saxophonist/Composer) Mar 15, 2018

On his debut album, ‘Skylines', EVAN HARRIS presents a classic but personal interpretation of his original compositions. Evan is currently a master’s degree student at the Juilliard School and has performed along size jazz household names like Wynton Marsalis and Vince Giodarno. Join Evan and Lorens as he talks about things like learning a song in all keys, the tall puppy syndrome, and other carelessly related fun stuff. (Music credit: ‘Inertia’, ‘Reinvention’, ‘Spring Song’ by Evan Harris).

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44 - Douye (Vocalist) Mar 08, 2018

DOUYE is a seasoned singer whose soulful and delicate approach to jazz vocal has captured the interest of many in the last year. Her chart topping album ‘Daddy Said So’ features legendary jazz musicians including Ron Carter, Kenny Baron, and John Clayton just to mention a few. Join Douye and Lorens as she talks about many educative yet fun things like how to approach a song that has been done many times. (Song Credit: 'Someone to watch over me', 'Lush Life', 'Besame Mucho', 'Round Midnight', 'But Beautiful' by Douye)

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43 - Brandon Bain (Vocalist) Feb 23, 2018

BRANDON BAIN’s band is quickly becoming a staple in the New York City jazz scene. He is also the founder the and curator of the jazz performance video series Capulocity. Join Brandon and Lorens as he talks about how to learn a song, getting gigs, working with Jon Hendricks on Capsulocity, and many other awesome stuff.

(music credit: ‘My Valentine’ and ‘Man Smart, Woman Smarter’ by Brandon Bain)

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42 - Nicole Zuraitis (Vocalist/Songwriter) Feb 15, 2018

On her album, 'Hive Mind', NICOLE ZURAITIS displays her remarkably fine-tuned voice and her ability to communicate emotions with accessible lyrics. 'Hive Mind' makes a careful use of Nicole’s wide ranging musical expertise which include but is not limited to Jazz, opera, and pop. Join Nicole and Lorens as she talks about her the album, not fitting in one genre, Shirley Horn, and other subtly related stuff (Music Credit: ‘Episodes’, ‘the Inscription’,’Sunny Side’, ‘Failing’).

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41 - Cameron Mizell (Guitarist/Composer) Feb 08, 2018

Guitarist/composer CAMERON MIZELL’s album Memory/Imagination exhibits his forte for penning compositions that evoke visceral reactions without the use of words. Join Cameron and Lorens as he talks about performance, listening to people who disagree, Donald Trump, and other carefully related stuff. (music credit: ‘A Turning Point’, ‘Memory/Imagination’, ‘Melting’, 'The wind won’t blow us out’).

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40 - Wayne Tucker (Trumpeter/Composer/Singer) Jan 31, 2018

Trumpeter/Singer, WAYNE TUCKER has an extensive musical resume that includes two highly reviewed albums, and playing with many accomplished artists like Cyrille Aimée, Elvis Costello, and Taylor Swift. On his latest album ‘Wake Up and See the Sun’, Wayne delivers some well developed fell-good interpretations of a collection of pop classics and a few of his original compositions. Join Wayne and Lorens as he talks about Stevie Wonder, being competitive, mathematical approaches to learning a song, and other related topics. (Song Credits: ‘Wake Up and See the Sun’, ‘Bad Religion’, ‘Retrograde’, ‘They Won’t Go When I Go’, 'Human’s Groove Harder than Robots’, and 'Little Buddy' by Wayne Tucker)

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39 - Charlie Rauh (Composer/ Guitarist) Jan 24, 2018

Composer and guitarist CHARLIE RAUH’s new album, Viridiats is collection of minimalistic tunes executed to create a space for the listener to attain and interprete a renewed musical feeling. Join Charlie and Lorens as he talks about Lullabies, Iceland, Solo gigs and other carefully related topics.

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38 - Kristina Koller (Vocalist) Jan 17, 2018

On her new album, Perception, KRISTINA KOLLER gives some well thought out modern treatment to familiar jazz and pop songs and in a way that reinvents these classic material yet preserving their essence. Join Kristina and Lorens as she talks about her new album, being a vocalist in a jam session, arranging songs, keeping dogs in the city, and other surprisingly related topics . (Music credit: ‘You Go to My Head', 'You are Here Now’, ‘Utopia' and 'Simplicity' by Kristina Koller).

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37 - Leni Stern (Guitarist/Composer/Singer) Jan 10, 2018

LENI STERN has made her marks in the world of jazz with her trademark inventive guitar exploration and her unrestricted sound that perfunctorily makes use of her diverse musical and cultural influence. Join Leni and Lorens as she talks about microphones, artist grants, African music, self-releasing a record, and many other important yet fun stuff. (Music credit: ‘Hide and Seek’ and ‘Mercy’ by Leni Stern).

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36 - Pawel Ignatowicz (Guitarist/Composer) Jan 03, 2018

PAWEL IGNATOWICZ is a guitarist/composer whose compositions tell compelling stories in a way that only a well studied guitarist can. Join Pawel and Lorens as he talks about his latest album 'Here and Now’ and other musically related things. (music credit: ‘Here and Now’ , 'Log Off', and 'Darkness at Noon' by Pawel Ignatowicz).

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35 - Kelly Green (Pianist/Vocalist/Composer) Dec 27, 2017

KELLY GREEN is a pianist/vocalist/composer whose compositions, playing, and singing exhibit a heightened understanding of the jazz tradition. Join Kelly and Lorens as she talks about Jacksonville, recording vocals and piano simultaneously, Shirley Horn, and many other related stuff. (Music credit: ‘I Sing’, ‘Little Daffodil’, ‘Culture Shock’ by Kelly Green).

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34 - Hailey Niswanger (Saxophonist) Nov 29, 2017

HAILEY NISWANGER (a.k.a MAE.SUN) is a boundary-pushing artist; an acclaimed saxophonist who has worked with a wide range of celebrated musicians including Esperanza spalding and Terri Lyne Carrington. Her latest work, 'Vol.1:Inter-be’ seamlessly fuses contemporary jazz, funk, and neo-soul. Join Hailey and Lorens as she talks about naming songs, clarinets, Portand, inter-be, Ethiopia, photo-shoot, and other almost unrelated, yet connected topics. (music credit: ‘Life is Limitless’ by MAE.SUN).

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33 - Judi Jackson (Vocalist) Nov 22, 2017

JUDI JACKSON has worked with many household names in jazz, and has headlined some highly acclaimed concerts including her Amy Winehouse and Nina Simone tribute concerts. Her EP ‘Blame it on My Youth’ comes out on December 8th, 2017. Join Judi and Lorens, as she talks about the new EP, freedom, hair, discipline and many other carefully related topics. (music credit ‘Worth It' by Judi Jackson).

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32 - Andromeda Turre (Vocalist) Nov 15, 2017

ANDROMEDA TURRE is a versatile musicians whose voice has been used in recordings for Disney, Nickelodeon, OWN network, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Viacom, NBC and many more. She has also sung background for Ray Charles. Join Andromeda and Lorens as she talks about her new music, growing up with musician parents, Tokyo, and other great stuff. (music credit “Smells like teen spirit” by Andromeda Turre).

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31 - Sonia Aimy (Singer/Actor) Nov 07, 2017

SONIA AIMY is a multifaceted artist; a Nigerian singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor, who speaks fluent Italian. Join Sonia and Lorens as she speaks about her artistic journey, her new CD, and other related awesomenesses. (Music Credit : “Nigerian Spirit” by Sonia Aimy).

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