Grammy nominated saxophonist Ben Wendel was born in Vancouver, Canada and raised in Los Angeles. Currently living in Brooklyn, NY, he has enjoyed a varied career as a performer, composer and producer. Highlights include tours, performances and/or recordings with artists such as Tigran Hamasyan, Antonio Sanchez, Gerald Clayton, Eric Harland, Taylor Eigsti, Linda May Han Oh, Moonchild, Louis Cole, Daedelus, Snoop Dogg and the artist formerly known as Prince. Ben is a founding member of the Grammy ...
Oct 06, 2022•33 min
Camilla joins the show to celebrate her album release, we chat about the music and her influences. A fantastic show with one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Support the show
Sep 30, 2022•27 min
With her upcoming Verve Records debut, Linger Awhile , 22-year-old Samara Joy makes her case to join the likes of Sarah, Ella, and Billie as the next mononymous jazz singing sensation recorded by the venerable label. Her voice, rich and velvety yet precociously refined, has already earned her fans like Anita Baker and Regina King, appearances on the TODAY Show and millions of likes on TikTok — cementing her status as perhaps the first Gen Z jazz singing star. On Linger Awhile , Samara will intro...
Sep 28, 2022•40 min
Born and based in Derby, Dr Corey Mwamba's commitment to jazz and improvised music in Britain and Ireland drives all aspects of his work, whether through making, presenting, promoting, or researching music. Corey predominantly plays vibraphone ; and also plays dulcimer and uses audio processing software. Corey Mwamba is recognised as a highly creative improviser and composer working across a wide range of jazz and contemporary music. Mwamba's distinctive approach and tone is instantly recognisab...
Sep 24, 2022•41 min
Born in Hertfordshire, UK, Elaine was raised in a strong musical environment, her father being the renowned trumpeter Leslie 'Jiver' Hutchinson, a leading influence in the jazz and dance band movement in Britain from the 1930s onwards. After initially studying classical piano, Elaine found a natural progression in singing and became a vocalist in her father's own band at sixteen. It was soon apparent that her vocal talent and natural affinity with the stage would lead her to triumph in many area...
Sep 20, 2022•49 min
LOS ANGELES, CA - Multi-platinum selling producer, songwriter, arranger Jason "Spicy G" Goldman, in collaboration with jazz vocalist Lia Booth are set to release their new LP, "There's Only One", on September 16, 2022. The album features provocative takes on the great American songbook, as well as a trio of originals reminiscent of the classics. Expanding on Goldman's previous album, "Hypnotised", "There's Only One" is filled with the vibrant sounds of a full big band and orchestra uniquely blen...
Sep 16, 2022•36 min•Ep. 179
In the Jazz tradition, Walter Smith III has developed under the wings of many of the music’s greats. Walter is/has been a member of several legendary groups (recording and/or touring) including the Roy Haynes Fountain of Youth Band, Terence Blanchard Quintet, Eric Harland’s “Voyager”, Jason Moran’s In My Mind:Monk at Town Hall, Ambrose Akinmusire Quintet, the Christian McBride “Situation”, Christian Scott group and the Sean Jones Quintet to name a few. Smith has performed all over the world part...
Sep 15, 2022•41 min
Braxton Cook (born March 27, 1991 in Boston, Massachusetts) is an Emmy Award Winning Artist and one of this generation’s most exciting emerging voices in the Jazz world. Not only does he exhibit world-class virtuosity on the alto saxophone but he is also a uniquely talented vocalist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and composer whose sound blends Jazz, Soul, and Alternative R&B into a fresh new sound all his own. Support the show...
Sep 09, 2022•35 min
Wooten is the recipient of five Grammy Awards . [8] He won the Bass Player of the Year award from Bass Player magazine three times [2] and is the first person to win the award more than once. [8] In 2011, he was ranked No. 10 in the Top 10 Bassists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine. [9] Today he comes on the Jazz Podcast to talk about his music, life and philosophies. Support the show...
Sep 03, 2022•39 min
Nikki Glaspie is among the premier drummers in music today . As a founding member of The Nth Power she's blazing a path of light, and rolling waves of love in her wake. Nikki Glaspie has been trotting the globe behind the likes of Beyonce, Maceo Parker, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk, GRiZ, and more. Today she joins the show to preview her upcoming gig at UTOPIAfest. The festival returns to Reveille Peak Ranch, and to October on October 14-15, 2022. Along with expanded mountain biking and disc golf...
Aug 31, 2022•35 min
Chien Chien Lu is a vibraphonist, contemporary percussionist, and composer whose Taiwanese upbringing, classical music education, and passion for R&B grooves crystallize into a fresh and distinctive approach to contemporary jazz. Lu’s fierce authenticity and jazz mastery shine bright on her September 2020 debut solo project, The Path, which spent 20 weeks on the Jazz Week Charts Top 20, earned Best Jazz Songs in Golden Indie Music Awards and three Golden Melody Awards nominations, four Golde...
Aug 27, 2022•35 min
Writers Collin and Nick join the show to chat about their new jazz film, In A Silent Way. These two friends wanted to make a film about a misguided man trying to become a jazz legend, and the results are hilarious. Rob Cope finds out more. The film can be found here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0B1DKBNLG/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r And on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/in-a-silent-way/umc.cmc.1k8uya2603ckgxyu68bxljns4 Support the show...
Aug 24, 2022•31 min
Binker joins the show to chat to Rob Cope and Tara Minton about his music and career. We chat about his latest album and musical philosophies. Binker is not to be missed. Support the show
Aug 20, 2022•37 min
Tara Minton heads to the congress to meet and chat to the other jazz harpists in this incredible review show. The WHC is held every three years around the world and seeks to promote the exchange of ideas, stimulate contact, and encourage the composition of new music for the harp. Concerts, workshops, seminars and exhibits concerning all aspects of harp musicology and performance are offered at these triennial sessions. Track List: Games - Tara Minton Unforgettable - Ruth Lee Confirmation - Milen...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 4 min
"Eugenie is a great vocal artist and very gifted contemporary music composer and lyricist. Her warm and dynamic vocal stylings range from great jazz and show standards to her well-crafted contemporary compositions, which are both melodically and lyrically creative. Her sharing of musical intimacies with her audiences is truly a gift to us all." - Overton Berry Support the show
Aug 13, 2022•40 min
Originally from New York, Bramson was born into a family of musicians. Following undergraduate studies in economics, Bramson returned to music, earning a Masters degree from the prestigious conservatory, the Eastman School of Music. Steve Bramson is the Emmy™award - winning composer of hundreds of primetime television episodes and numerous feature films. He scored ten consecutive seasons of CBS Television Network’s long-running series, JAG , and worked with George Lucas on one of the final episo...
Aug 08, 2022•40 min
Pianist/Composer Darren Litzie has been performing professionally in a wide variety of settings for over fifteen years. He holds a Master of Music in Jazz Studies Degree from The Hartt School’s Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz at the University of Hartford, and a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance Degree from Western Connecticut State University. While completing his graduate studies, Darren was nominated by The Hartt School faculty for membership in the Pi Kappa Lambda Honor Society for achie...
Aug 03, 2022•38 min
Mike Soper is a London based trumpeter, graduating from Trinity College 10 years ago, nows the time for Mike to release his debut album, Undoing. Today we chat to him about the music, his band and his inspirations. Support the show
Jul 29, 2022•39 min
Huw is a hard-working & versatile musician from London, UK. Primarily a bass guitarist, he’s toured the world, recorded on countless tracks, and taught students of all backgrounds and ages. As well as bass guitar, he can play synth bass, upright bass, guitar, ukulele and keys. From his home studio, he composes, records and provides one-to-one music lessons. Since 2016 he’s co-written and released music with Goodfoot , a 10-piece funk & soul act. Huw uses Anaconda Basses , Vanderkley Ampl...
Jul 25, 2022•57 min
Bandleader of the Nimbus Sextet, Scottish keyboardist Joe Nichols joins Rob and Tara to chat about his life and music. Back in May they won Jazz FM Album of the Week, this is one worth hearing! Support the show
Jul 18, 2022•32 min
Our very own host Tara is interviewed by Rob Cope about her upcoming gig at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club here in London. Heres the link to the video show, if you prefer to watch! https://youtu.be/yqlbg3f3bIA Support the show
Jul 14, 2022•15 min
Matt released his debut album ‘Where Will The River Flow’ in March 2021 to critical acclaim throughout Europe including a 5 star review in BBC Music Magazine and was long-listed for the multi-genre Scottish Album of the Year Award. Following the release Matt was invited as a guest soloist with the Grammy Award winning WDR Big Band in Cologne with his music being arranged by Bob Mintzer.His second album will be coming out in Autumn 2022 featuring Charlie Stewart (fiddle), Fergus McCreadie (piano)...
Jul 11, 2022•41 min
Starting his professional career in his early 20s, Nigel toured Europe with various reggae and funk bands before settling on a solo guitar career and turning his attention to jazz. Citing early influences as Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass, John McLaughlin and the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Nigel honed his craft by attending gigs and sitting in with the players of the time. Nigel has played on more than 50 albums including 5 as a leader, spent ten years with acid jazz outfit The Filthy Six, was a member of ...
Jul 05, 2022•49 min
Emma Rawicz is an award winning young saxophonist and composer, already making waves on the UK music scene. She has been described as 'a force to be reckoned with' (Jazzwise) and 'a fast rising star' (London Jazz News). At the age of 19 she has already recorded her eagerly awaited debut album featuring Ant Law, made up entirely of her original compositions, due to be released in May 2022. She has also created a name for herself both as a bandleader and a sideman. A new arrival on the scene, she ...
Jun 30, 2022•39 min
Nick is one of the most dynamic musicians of the millennial generation. An award-winning composer, producer, entrepreneur, educator and trombonist , Finzer is bringing the joy and power of Jazz to traditional fans and the most modern 21st century audiences. He’s on a mission to be a passionate voice defining the sound of Jazz in this age. Support the show
Jun 24, 2022•40 min
Wadada Leo Smith, trumpeter, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and improviser is one of the most acclaimed creative artists of his times, both for his music and his writings. For the last five decades, Mr. Smith has been a member of the historical and legendary AACM collective. He distinctly defines his music as “Creative Music.” Mr. Smith’s diverse discography reveals a recorded history centered around important issues that have impacted his world. For over two decades, Mr. Smith has been creati...
Jun 17, 2022•47 min
Since she burst onto the scene in 1996, Fujii has led some of the most consistently creative ensembles in modern improvised music. Highlights include a piano trio with Mark Dresser and Jim Black (1997-2009), and an electrifying avant-rock quartet featuring drummer Tatsuya Yoshida of The Ruins (2001-2008). In addition to a wide variety of small groups of different instrumentation, Fujii also performs in a duo with trumpeter Natsuki Tamura, with whom she’s recorded eight albums since 1997. She and...
Jun 13, 2022•44 min
Legendary Norwegian guitarist Eivind Aarset joins the show to chat about his music, philosophies and career. He's one of a kind, and an absolutely lovely man as well! Support the show
Jun 06, 2022•47 min
Peter has directed the Nu Civilisation Orchestra since it's inception in 2009. The NCO has performed at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Ronnie Scott's, The Royal Northern College of Music. Peter made his BBC Proms conducting debut in 2019 performing Duke Ellington's 'Sacred Concert'. He has worked with the BBC Concert Orchestra directing his arrangement of Billy Strayhorn's 'Chelsea Bridge' at London Jazz Festival 2019. Support the show
May 29, 2022•52 min
Jemma Freese started playing piano around the age of 10 and quickly discovered that she liked making up songs and only enjoyed playing her own material. As a teenager, she was heavily influenced by Ray Charles, Nina Simone, Muse and Tom Waits, this fed into her interest in jazz as a vocalist as well as piano player. From the age of 17 she started writing her own songs to help her get through the bullying she went through at school. She then went on to study Pop Composition and Jazz vocals at Lee...
May 16, 2022•36 min
