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JAZZIZ Live: Wynton Marsalis Aug 26, 2020

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Wynton Marsalis is an internationally acclaimed trumpeter, composer and bandleader, an educator and a leading advocate of American culture. He currently serves as Managing and Artistic Director for Jazz at Lincoln Center. His new album ‘The Ever Fonky Lowdown,’ was released exclusively on digital platforms on August 21; stream or buy here: https://amzn.to/3gt4zOD.

Miles Monday: John Beasley On Miles, Monk & Musical Directing Aug 25, 2020

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John Beasley is a Grammy-nominated pianist, composer, arranger, conductor and musical director. He was the one-time keyboardist for Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard. As the bandleader of the MONK’estra, he reimagines the work of Thelonious Monk. The group’s latest album, can be ordered here: https://amzn.to/3gwdZck

Actor Andy Garcia & Drummer Richard Baratta on Music, Movies Aug 21, 2020

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Andy Garcia is an Oscar-nominated actor and director who has appeared in such films as The Godfather Part III and Ocean’s 11. He was Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nomination for his titular role in For Love or Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story. Richard Baratta is a film producer whose recent production credits include The Joker and The Irishman. He’s also a jazz drummer whose new album, Music In Film: The Reel Deal is out September 25.

Gerald Clayton Discusses His Blue Note Records Debut Aug 19, 2020

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Gerald Clayton is a four-time GRAMMY-nominated pianist and composer. He has performed and recorded with a range of distinctive artists from Diana Krall and Roy Hargrove to John Scofield and Diane Reeves. His new album, Happening: Live At The Village Vanguard, is his label debut on Blue Note Records.

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Miles Monday: Miles News, Bill Evans' Birthday, Big Announcements & More! Aug 18, 2020

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In this episode, we discuss news from the world of Miles Davis, celebrate the birthday of Bill Evans and discuss upcoming guests on Miles Monday!

Bandleader Maria Schneider on Conquering the Data Lords Aug 14, 2020

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Maria Schneider is a composer, arranger and bandleader whose namesake orchestra has received twelve GRAMMY nominations and five GRAMMY awards. The orchestra’s latest album, Data Lords, is a musical examination of two very polarized worlds: the digital world and the organic world.

Jazz Guitar: Six Essential Albums Aug 13, 2020

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JAZZIZ LIVE host Brian Zimmerman walks us through SIX essential guitar albums that should be in every jazz fan’s collection.

Carlos Santana & Cindy Blackman Santana Aug 11, 2020

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Carlos Santana's wife, drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, will release a solo album, Give the Drummer Some, on September 18. The 17-track collection will feature Cindy on vocals and drums, with guitars by Carlos on eight tracks. Other guests include Metallica's Kirk Hammett, Living Colour's Vernon Reid and jazz-fusion great John McLaughlin.

#MilesMonday with Vince Wilburn Jr. and Erin Davis Aug 11, 2020

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For today’s episode, co-hosts Brian Zimmerman and Vince Wilburn Jr. are joined by Miles Davis’ son, Erin Davis, to talk about news from the Miles Davis Estate.

Carol Welsman & CD Giveaway Jul 31, 2020

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Carol Welsman is an internationally acclaimed singer and pianist whose expressive vocal styling and dynamic stage presence have captivated audiences around the world. With her new album Dance With Me, she makes her foray into Latin jazz.

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