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Two seasoned musicians and long-time friends discuss the most prominent classic jazz albums in addition to reviewing new and modern albums and artists. Join Max and Dwain as they take a deep dive into jazz albums of all different shapes and sizes. DISCLAI

The Jazz Jam Podcast


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    The Bridge by Sonny Rollins

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 99:05


    This week, we dive into Sonny Rollins' triumphant return after a two-year sabbatical with The Bridge. This landmark album showcases a pianoless quartet, featuring the brilliant addition of Jim Hall on guitar. Tune in as we break down the album, discuss its impact, and reveal how we arrived at our overall rating of 9.0/10! Check out this episode's sponsor Meadowroad Records (@meadowroad_records) for their weekly vinyl auction: https://www.ebay.com/usr/meadowroad Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

    Portrait by Samara Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 93:08


    On this week's episode we head back into the world of blossoming jazz star, Samara Joy. Her sophomore Verve release takes a step forward into new territory with daring arrangements of many different standards. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.2/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist  

    Friends And Strangers by Ronnie Laws

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 72:34


    On this week's episode we direct our attention to the funk fusion class "Friends And Strangers" by Ronnie Laws. The 1977 release is a fundamental recording in the jazz fusion sphere.  Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.7/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Alto Summit by Phil Woods, Vincent Herring and Antonio Hart

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 91:18


    On this week's episode we direct our attention to a deeper cut that was recommended by a listener; Alto Summit by a trio of fantastic alto saxophonists. This album spans a few different generations of the music with Phil Woods being 64 at the time of the session and Vincent Herring and Antonio Hart both being under 35. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

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    Moanin' by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 91:08


    On this week's episode we explore the hard-bop cornerstone of Moanin' by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers. This album was foundational in the development of the hard-bop style as well as the development of the musicians on the album. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Fearless Movement by Kamasi Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 104:04


    On this week's episode we dive into Kamasi Washington's latest album "Fearless Movement". This record bring a host of different musicians to the table from funk legend such as George Clinton to bassist Thundercat and many in between. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.4/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Portrait In Jazz by Bill Evans Trio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 92:20


    On this week's episode we take a pit stop in the world of Bill Evans with his album "Portrait In Jazz". This is the first studio album of his trio with Scott LaFaro on bass and features some incredible piano trio playing that has been influential to many. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Who Are You When No One is Watching? by Braxton Cook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 92:28


    On this week's episode we get back to Braxton Cook with our review of his 2023 album "Who Are You When No One is Watching?" It was truly an honor to get to review and fully delve into this personal work from Braxton after getting to interview him on the podcast. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.8/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Blue Train by John Coltrane

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 93:09


    On this week's episode we take a dive into a Blue Note masterpiece in John Coltrane's Blue Train. It was his only Blue Note recording as a leader and is a landmark album in the history of jazz music. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.6/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Braxton Cook Interview: His musical journey and creating "Who Are You When No One Is Watching?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 76:33


    On this week's episode we get to talk to award winning saxophonist and singer Braxton Cook about his journey as a musician and about his 2023 album "Who Are You When No One Is Watching?". We get lots of insight into his different influences as well as his creative process while creating an album.  Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Momentum by Joshua Redman Elastic Band

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 88:39


    On this week's episode we go through a listener suggestion Momentum by Joshua Redman Elastic Band. This album brings a lot of funk and some intriguing different covers. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.1/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    2024 Jazz Grammy Preview Show! (Picks, Predictions, and More)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2024 71:42


    On this week's episode we take a quick dive into the 2024 Jazz Grammy Nominations. We go through the nominations for Best Jazz Performance, Best Vocal Jazz Album, and Best Instrumental Jazz albums and make our picks for each category to get us ready for the Grammy selections on February 4th. Take a listen to what we thought about each nomination and let us know your thoughts! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Groovin' With Jug by Richard Holmes and Gene Ammons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 106:31


    On this week's episode we are captivated by one our personal favorite albums Groovin' With Jug by Richard "Groove" Holmes and Gene "Jug" Ammons. This live recording brings so much energy and is heavy-swingin'. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.3/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Check out Max and Dwain playing the tune Morris The Minor from the album live: Morris The Minor YouTube Link Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    In Real Time by Artemis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 88:12


    On this week's episode we explore the sophomore album by all female group Artemis entitled "In Real Time". This album features many great compositions and some great musicianship throughout. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.4/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Speak No Evil by Wayne Shorter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 90:26


    On this week's episode we venture into the world of Wayne Shorter with his iconic recording Speak No Evil. This album is regarded by many as his crowning jewel. He is joined by Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, and Elvin Jones for a recording that you won't soon forget. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.4/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Phoenix by Lakecia Benjamin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 104:58


    On this week's episode we take a look at Lakecia Benjamin's new album entitled Phoenix. Lakecia levels up on this album which also has many great guest features. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Afternoon in Paris by John Lewis & Sacha Distel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 99:35


    On this week's episode we're getting back into some classic jazz albums with this listener recommendation of Afternoon in Paris by John Lewis and Sacha Distel. This is an under the radar recording that features some talented French musicians. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.0/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Linger Awhile by Samara Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 117:37


    On this week's episode we're reviewing the award winning album Linger Awhile by Samara Joy. This album just won the Grammy award for Best Vocal Jazz Album and Samara Joy was able to surprise many by winning Best New Artist. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.2/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    2023 Jazz Grammy Preview Show! (Picks, Predictions, and more)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 142:04


    On this week's episode we're culminating our 2023 Grammy lead up with our Jazz Grammy preview episode. We go through the nominations for Best Improvised Solo, Best Vocal Jazz Album, and Best Instrumental Jazz albums and make our picks for each category to get us ready for the Grammy selections on February 5th. Take a listen to what we thought about each nomination and let us know your thoughts! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Parallel Motion by Yellowjackets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 89:51


    On this week's episode we're continuing our lead up to the Grammy's with the Yellowjackets latest release Parallel Motion. This fusion group has been on the scene for over 30 years and in many different iterations. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.0/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Website: Click here! Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    LongGone by Joshua Redman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 92:03


    On this week's episode we're starting our lead up to the Grammy's with this nominated album entitled LongGone by Joshua Redman. He is join by an A-List rhythm section for this 2022 studio album. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website! This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    The Sidewinder by Lee Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 101:33


    On this week's episode we're going back to the peak of the Hard Bop era with The Sidewinder from Lee Morgan. An album that was widely popular amongst jazz enthusiasts as well as having more widespread popularity in pop music and culture. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.4/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website! This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Sketches of MD: Live at the Iridium by Kenny Garrett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 93:45


    On this week's episode we're getting down to the soul and spirit of Kenny Garrett and Pharaoh Sanders with the album Sketches of MD: Live at the Iridium. This is a fun and energetic live recording that brings together two jazz saxophone legends. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.0/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website! This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Jazz at Massey Hall by The Quintet

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 129:49


    On this week's episode we're bebopping our way through Jazz at Massey Hall with the founding fathers of bebop. Another history-piece of a recording that is plenty deserving of a deep dive. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.3/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website! This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Five Peace Band (Live) by Chick Corea and John McLaughlin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 119:16


    On this week's episode we're jamming along to a jazz fusion super-group led by Chick Corea and John McLaughlin. This album won the 2010 Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Jazz Album and we get into some of the reasons why! Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.3/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website! This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

    Somethin' Else by Cannonball Adderley

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 90:25


    On this week's episode we get in to one of the all-time great albums Somethin' Else by Cannonball Adderley. A jazz masterpiece front to back with an all star cast that includes the one and only Miles Davis. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.7/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website! This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).  

    Stretch Music by Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 108:03


    On this week's episode we focus on a 2015 release by Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah (now Chief Xian) entitled Stretch Music. This album features many young jazz musicians that have become mainstays in the current jazz landscape including Elena Pinderhughes, Braxton Cook, and Corey Fonville. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.6/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website!

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    Blue and Sentimental by Ike Quebec

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 114:26


    On this week's episode we listen to a recording by great and under-appreciated saxophonist Ike Quebec entitled Blue and Sentimental. He joins forces with the fantastic Grant Green to create his signature work and they are a match made in heaven. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.9/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website!

    New Standards Vol. 1 by Terri Lyne Carrington

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 135:17


    On this week's episode we review a very recent release by veteran jazz drummer Terri Lyne Carrington entitled New Standards Vol. 1. This is a collection of jazz compositions written by female composers and there's a lot going on in this one.  Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.0/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website!

    Night Train by The Oscar Peterson Trio

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 133:43


    On this week's episode we get into one of the all-time great piano trio recordings in The Oscar Peterson Trio's album Night Train.  Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website!

    The 7th Hand by Immanuel Wilkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 99:04


    On this week's episode we take a listen to the highly anticipated sophomore Blue Note release from Immanuel Wilkins entitled The 7th Hand. A group full of up and coming young jazz musicians highlight this seven track spiritual suite.  Our overall combined rating for the album is 5.4/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click here to visit our website!

    Sonny Side Up by Dizzy Gillespie, Sonny Stitt and Sonny Rollins

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 121:26


    On this week's episode we are faced by a trio of jazz giants in Dizzy Gillespie, Sonny Stitt and Sonny Rollins. These three are all legends of the music for a reason and it's well represented in their playing on this album. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.9/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click the link below for a playlist with our all of of Top 3's from each album! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=-E3RXk2RRH6IzVspsGGr_g&utm_source=native-share-menu https://thejazzjam.podbean.com/

    Camden Session by Butcher Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 86:23


    On this week's episode we switch things up with a newer release by Richmond-based group Butcher Brown. This is a studio session that was recorded in 2018 that's sure to get your head boppin'. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.7/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click the link below for a playlist with our all of of Top 3's from each album! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=-E3RXk2RRH6IzVspsGGr_g&utm_source=native-share-menu https://thejazzjam.podbean.com/

    Satchmo at Pasadena by Louis Armstrong and the All Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 154:55


    On this week's episode we get a jazz history lesson while listening to Louis Armstrong's live performance "Satchmo at Pasadena". The players on this album are foundational to the early roots of jazz. Featured styles include ragtime, stride, swing and some vocals as well. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.3/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com  Click the link below for a playlist with our all of of Top 3's from each album! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=-E3RXk2RRH6IzVspsGGr_g&utm_source=native-share-menu https://thejazzjam.podbean.com/

    In the Key of the Universe by Joey DeFrancesco

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 125:34


    On this week's episode we remember the life and legacy of the late great organist Joey DeFrancesco by reviewing his album entitled "In the Key of the Universe". This album is a spiritual journey that swings and grooves as hard you would expect from Joey. He is joined by a fantastic cast that includes a reemergence of the free jazz virtuoso Pharaoh Sanders. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.9/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com Intro and Outro music is original music by our very own Max Levy and is his tune entitled "The Wanderer".  Click the link below for a playlist with our all of of Top 3's from each album! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=-E3RXk2RRH6IzVspsGGr_g&utm_source=native-share-menu

    Nancy Wilson/Cannonball Adderley by Nancy Wilson and the Cannonball Adderley Quintet

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 123:15


    On this week's episode we listened to an album with a legendary jazz singer, Nancy Wilson. It's an excellent collaboration of Nancy Wilson's voice with Cannonball Adderley's alto sax from the early '60s. While this 1961 recording was the first time Wilson was with Adderley in the studio, it was not the first time they had worked together. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.1/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com Intro and Outro music is original music by our very own Max Levy and is his tune entitled "Idle Dreams".  Click the link below for a playlist with our all of of Top 3's from each album! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=-E3RXk2RRH6IzVspsGGr_g&utm_source=native-share-menu https://thejazzjam.podbean.com/  

    Two Continents One Groove by T.S. Monk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 123:21


    On this week's episode we analyze the newly released album "Two Continents One Groove" by drummer T.S. Monk. Monk is the son of jazz legend Thelonious Monk and he carries on his fathers' legacy well with this live recording which was actually pulled from two separate performances in 2014 and 2016. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.0/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com Intro and Outro music is original music by our very own Max Levy and is his tune entitled "Second Wind".  Click the link below for a playlist with our all of of Top 3's from each album! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=-E3RXk2RRH6IzVspsGGr_g&utm_source=native-share-menu  

    Go! by Dexter Gordon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 103:16


    On this week's episode we discuss an album hailed by jazz critics as one of Dexter Gordon's greatest ever, "Go!".  It was Dexter's third LP for Blue Note Records. It heralded a remarkable upturn in the tenor saxophonist's career, which briefly bloomed in the late 40s before floundering during the next decade as a result of his battle with heroin addiction. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.2/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com Intro and Outro music is original music by our very own Max Levy and is his tune entitled "Idle Dreams". Click the link below to listen to the full track.  https://on.soundcloud.com/3fXa

    In The Spirit Of Ntu by Nduduzo Makhathini

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 70:26


    On this week's episode we take a look at the most recent album from South African jazz pianist Nduduzo Makhathini. He draws on Zulu and precolonial traditions and wide-ranging cosmological and intellectual curiosities. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.8/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com Intro and Outro music is original music by our very own Max Levy and is his tune entitled "Her Grits Are Groovy". Click the link below to listen to the full track.  https://soundcloud.com/maxlevysax/her-grits-are-groovy?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

    Soul Station by Hank Mobley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 73:44


    On this week's episode we dive deep into the classic album Soul Station from the saxophone great Hank Mobley. This 1960 album defined an era of Hard Bop in jazz and has one of the best rhythm sections that could ever be assembled. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.3/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score! Intro and Outro music is original music by our very own Max Levy and is his tune entitled "The Wanderer". Click the link below to listen to the full track.  https://soundcloud.com/maxlevysax/the-wanderer?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

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