The Hump With Katie Thiroux

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David Wong "The Calm One" Dec 09, 2020

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The Hump is SO excited to announce our guest this week! Bassist and educator, David Wong! Tune in to find out why I call him, "The Calm One!"
💥Did you know...
➡️ David started on violin & picked up bass at age 13‼️
➡️ He went to Juilliard for classical bass!👊
➡️ He studied w/ Orin O’Brien and Ron Carter 🤩
➡️ He’s played w/ Roy Haynes, Tootie and Jimmy Heath, Benny Green and SO many others! 💯💪
Check out David play LIVE!
David is also known for being hard to find on the internet, so Have tried to make it easier for you!
Kolstein Concert
Benny Green Trio
Rodney Green Trio
Masterclass
Discography
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👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Nina DeCesare "The Quietly Confident One" Dec 02, 2020

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The Hump is PUMPED to announce our guest this week! Bassist, Nina DeCesare! Tune in to find out why I call her, "The Quietly Confident One!"
💥Did you know...
➡️ Nina studied with George Vance & Paul Ellison!‼️
➡️ She won 1st prize 2 times at the International Society of Bassists competition!👊
➡️ She was in the Oregon Symphony and now in the Baltimore Symphony! 💯💪
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
Check out Nina's Music and Website!
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Lynn Seaton "The Wise One" Nov 25, 2020

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The Hump is OVERJOYED to announce our guest this week! Bassist, educator and composer Lynn Seaton! Tune in to find out why I call him, "The Wise One!"
💥Did you know...
➡️ Lynn started w/ classical guitar at age 7‼️
➡️ He played for 4 yrs w/ the amazing drummer John Von Ohlen!👊
➡️ He’s player w/ many bands and musicians including Woody Herman’s band, Count Basie Orchestra, Jeff Hamilton Trio and SO much more! 💯💪

We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
Check out Lynn's Music and Website!
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Ken Peplowski "The Rejuvinator" Nov 18, 2020

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The Hump is HONORED to welcome our guest this week! Clarinetist, saxophonist, educator, Ken Peplowski! Tune in to find out why I call him, “The Rejuvenator!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Ken was in Benny Goodman’s final band‼️
➡️ He’s recorded over 20 records as a leader! 👊 😳
➡️ He knows great bass playing - having played w/ Milt Hinton, Ray Brown, George Duvivier and many many others! 💯🤩💪

We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
Learn Ken's Music!
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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David Allen Moore - The Innovator Nov 11, 2020

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The Hump is ECSTATIC to announce our guest this week! Bassist, educator, and author David Allen Moore! Tune in to find out why I call him, "The Innovator!"
💥Did you know...
➡️ David didn’t pick up double bass until he was in University‼️
➡️ He has been in the Los Angeles Philharmonic for 20 years! 👊 😳
➡️ David wrote his own method book “Fractal Fingering” that even has the ‘Seal of Approval’ from Gustavo Dudamel, conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic! 💯🤩💪
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
Check out David's new book, "Fractal Fingering:"
Fractal Fingering
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Links

Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Rufus Reid "The Evolver" Nov 04, 2020

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The Hump is HAPPY to announce our guest this week! Bassist, educator, composer and author Rufus Reid! Tune in to find out why I call him, “The Evolver!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Rufus don’t pick up a bass until he was 18 yrs old‼️
➡️ He has played w/ everyone from Thad Jones/Mel Lewis, Dexter Gordon, Nancy Wilson and SO many others!👊
➡️ Rufus self published “The Evolving Bassist” in the ‘70s and it continues to be in use today! 💯💪

We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
👉 Discover Double Bass Is an amazing online learning resource with hours and hours of courses to choose from! Perfect for whatever your level is!
www.discoverdoublebass.com
Learn Rufus' Music!
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Richard Simon "The Unswung Hero" Oct 28, 2020

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The Hump is obliged to announce our guest this week! Bassist and educator, Richard Simon! Tune in to find out why I call him, “The Unwung Hero!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Richard was a full time English professor at age 30 when he got the jazz music bug and took up the bass‼️
➡️ He has played w/ everyone from Teddy Edwards, Anita O’Day, Plas Johnson and SO many others! 👊
➡️ Richard is one of the great jazz educators on the scene in Los Angeles, now running Buddy Collette’s non profit organization, Jazz America, which has helped shaped the lives of so many young musicians! 🙏🙏🙏

We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
Learn about the non-profit Jazz America!
JazzAmerica
Listen to Richard's Music!
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Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Adam Fell "The Juggler" Oct 21, 2020

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The Hump is honored to welcome our guest today. President of Quincy Jones Productions - Adam Fell! Tune in to find out why I call him “The Juggler!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Adam is an original founder of the company True Car?
➡️ As president of QJP he oversees artists, managers, licensing, Quincy Jones and SO much more!!
➡️ He is an executive producer on 2 award winning films, "Keep On Keepin' On" and "Quincy!"
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
Find out more about Adam!
www.quincyjones.com

Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Kristin Korb "The Teacher" Oct 14, 2020

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The Hump is thrilled to welcome our guest today. Bassist, vocalist and educator - Kristin Korb! Tune in to find out why I call her “The Teacher!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Kristin's first record was with the Ray Brown Trio?
➡️ She was director of Jazz Studies at Central Washington University and past president of the International Society of Bassists!
➡️ She now lives in Denmark where she is tearing it up on the jazz scene!
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
👉 Discover Double Bass Is an amazing online learning resource with hours and hours of courses to choose from! Perfect for whatever your level is!
www.discoverdoublebass.com
Listen to Kristin's music!
Spotify
iTunes
Website

Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.

“This girl is IT!” (Quincy Jones)

“A multitasking talent who swings her bass with a Mack-truck-powered lilt that would make her hero Ray Brown proud." The New Yorker

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Kaveh Rastegar "The Everywhere Man" Oct 07, 2020

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The Hump is thrilled to welcome our guest today. The multi talented, Kaveh Rastegar! Tune in to find out why I call him “The Everywhere Man!”
💥Did you know...
➡️ Kaveh is an original founding member of Kneebody?
➡️ He's played with Sting, Ringo Starr, Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, and SO many others and has 2 amazing records of his own!
➡️ He's multi talented! He plays bass, guitar, composes, produces and is a music director!
We'd like to thank our sponsors for today's show!
👉 Kolstein Music has over 77 years in the string business repairing, crafting and creating innovative instruments and solutions! Their motto is "Perfection, Integrity, Craftsmanship" and I have experienced this first hand! Use promo code "KATIE10" to receive 10% your entire online or phone purchase.
www.kolstein.com
👉 Jams World This clothing company is based in Honolulu, HI and I love wearing the clothing because it's colorful, handmade and the fabric breathes and is comfortable! Use promo code "JAZZ15" to receive 15% off your entire order! The company collects art from around the world, and each of their garments are a timeless piece of art. The art is screened in long lasting, stay true color on our exclusive 100% Spun Crushed Rayon. The fabric keeps you cool and just feels good. Their limited edition collections are cut and sewn in their Honolulu, Hawaii factory. Each print has coordinating hand-painted buttons created just for Jams World by a California artist. Jams World has remained a Hawaii based, multi-generational company dedicated to quality, individuality, and style which can be seen in each piece created. The company operates six retail stores located on Oahu and on the Big Island of Hawaii.
www.jamsworld.com
Listen to Kaveh's music!
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Website

Your Host
Katie Thiroux
Los Angeles jazz bassist and vocalist.
Following her prodigious beginnings on bass at age 8 and studies under renowned vocalist Tierney Sutton at 12, Thiroux was mentored by the legendary bassist John Clayton and was awarded a Phil Ramone Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music while gaining experience on the bandstand with artists including Terrell Safford, Terri Lyne Carrington, Branford Marsalis, Larry Fuller, Ken Peplowski, Jeff Clayton, Patti Austin, Geri Allen, Helen Sung, Charles McPherson, and dozens of others.