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The Sounds of Brooklyn and Beyond is a weekly radio show hosted by keyboardist Erik Deutsch (with translations by Sara Valenzuela). Broadcast in Jalisco, Mexico, each episode focuses on new and vintage cutting edge jazz music from Erik's circle of friends

Erik Deutsch & Sara Valenzuela


    • May 26, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 181 EPISODES


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    Episode #392

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 50:19


    Featuring a beautiful new jam from BK geniuses mmeadows + Monica Martin; Victoria Reed and Erik Deutsch exploring jazz in outer space; the brilliance of Brittany Davis; fresh stuff from the trio of Todd Clouser, John Medeski and JT Bates; Venezuelan pianist Edward Simon in duo with the master, Art Lande; creative soundscapes courtesy of Martin Crane; downtown legend Jane Ira Bloom and her powerhouse quartet; and finally, 90s indie electronic legends Skylab.

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    Episode #391

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 52:41


    Featuring a greasy new jam from LAMP; the astounding guitar creations of Will Graffe; new stuff from NYC legend David Murray and his quartet; BK trumpet legend Jordan Mclean and his Musical Resistance ensemble; the magnificent trio interplay of Ben Allison, Ted Nash, and Steve Cardenas; intergalactic space-jazz explorer Sun Ra; and finally, the one and only Sam Cooke.

    Episode #390

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 47:55


    Featuring a brand new joint from BK legend Colin Brown; a double-shot from the maestro himself, Art Lande; another fresh single from CDMX songstress Diana Leport; the stunning synergy of Buenos Aires youngsters TRIADA; Kamasi Washington and Bonobo from the ‘Lazurus' soundtrack; Bay Area diva Destani Wolf with Headonic and the Jazz Mafia; and finally, the latest release from LA psych creator Eulipion Corps.

    Episode #389

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 62:52


    Featuring tracks from a Mount Rushmore of Erik's most influential teachers, friends, bandmates, and mentors including Charlie Hunter, Ron Miles, Art Lande, Theo Bleckmann, Tony Mason, and Dean Johnson.

    Episode #388

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 56:05


    Featuring the debut release of of Buenos Aires rising stars TRIADA; a fresh project from NYC sax legend David Murray; a distinct voice as a composer and harpist, Ashley Jackson; a collab between heavyweights of two different generations, Vijay Iyer and Wadada Leo Smith; ARG/MEX chanteuse Barbie Williams; a deep dive into the catalog of the singular talent that is Meredith Monk; the stunning interplay of the late master Ron Miles and his Denver-based trio; and finally, the latest beat from soulstress Jacye Madrone.

    Episode #387

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 52:07


    Featuring Brooklyn funk geniuses Breastfist; the continuing introspective growth of brilliant reedsman Shabaka feat. Esperanza Spalding; a talented young group with a clear vision, Saturn Quartet; brilliant stuff from the latest Verve reissue of Ella Fitzgerald's 1967 concert at the Oakland Coliseum; new music from drum master Billy Hart on the ECM label; another ECM release—this time it's outtakes from the vault delving into the brilliant concert of Keith Jarrett and his trio at the Deer Head Inn; and finally the master of the telecaster, Jim Campilongo and his singular style and sound.

    Episode #386

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 53:32


    Featuring a collection of all-stars including Thelonious Monk, Norah Jones, Stan Getz, Otis Redding, Charlie Hunter, and Serge Gainsbourg; + Mexican rising star Sylvana Estrada and electronic music courtesy of a Colorado-collab between Erik Deutsch and Stuck at Sea.

    Episode #383

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 52:42


    Featuring a special episode showcasing music from the new release “Reason”. Recorded live at Dazzle in Denver, CO in December of 2021, this recording features Theo Bleckmann on vocals, Erik Deutsch on keys, and Sly5th Ave on reeds. Dig in and enjoy the ride!

    Episode #385

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 52:42


    Featuring more new music from BK legends Breastfist; a brilliant ECM reissue of Rainer Bruninghaus' 1981 classic; the solo piano stylings of mr Sun Ra; an unreleased cut of Ella Fitzgerald live at the Oakland Coliseum in 1967; guitar master Will Bernard; a Bill Evans Trio recently-released concert from Noway in 1970; French soundtrack exploration by the one-and-only Miles Davis; and the synth lords of France, Air.

    Episode #384

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 51:18


    Featuring new releases from classic recordings on the ECM label from Keith Jarrett and Jakob Bro; the transcendent exploration of Shabaka; brilliant film score music from Clement Ducol and the film “Emilia Perez”; and the swiss production dreamteam that is Kwest and Toshlo.

    Episode #382

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 50:56


    Featuring a brand new joint courtesy of BK visionary group Breastfist; the sweaty organ soul of Adam Scone and the Scone Cash Players; fresh beats from the minds of Toshio and Kwest; this inspiring film music of Anthony Willis (Saltburn); Norcal singer/songwriter Paris Hayes' and her latest artistic output; and the legends that are Meredith Monk, Keith Jarrett, Massive Attack, and Freddie King.

    Epidose 381

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 54:10


    Featuring the legend of Stax Records, Carla Thomas; modern indie jazz wizard Spencer Zahn; 90s fusion pioneers Fat Mama; drumming visionary Ian Chang; Mike McGinnis and his stunning large ensemble; new releases from masters Bill Evans and Sun Ra; and another cut from Victoria Reed's upcoming release, Gli Amanti.

    Episode #380

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 54:04


    Featuring the big sky, open road jams of BG and Coyote Radio; vibey new indie pop from international chanteuse Victoria Reed; vocal sensation Theo Bleckmann with Erik and Sly5thAve live in Denver; Brooklyn bassist/composer extraordinaire Arthur Kell; CDMX improvisational moments aka the Scorpio Sessions; spacey Colorado 2000's jams from County Road X; and Argentina meets Mexico with Siames.

    Episode #379

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 0:57


    Featuring a debut and super-duper-deep-dive of violinist/composer/bandleader extraordinaire Jenny Scheinman's brilliant new record “All Species Parade."

    Episode #378

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 54:23


    Featuring NYC downtown legends Sex Mob; a fresh joint from French chanteuse Bad Biche; the hauntingly beautiful upstate-folk stylings of Eureka Shoes; brand new music from legendary Canadian pianist/vocalist Laila Biali; the virtuosic playing of Japanese guitarist Taka Nawashiro; the stunning swan song of Japanese composer/pianist Ryuichi Sakamoto; the timeless vibes of vocalist Samara Joy; and finally, two cuts from our host: the Scorpio Session and (from the vault) County Road X. 0

    Episode #377

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 55:13


    Featuring the new single from BK visionary string wizard Brandon Seabrook; the fresh beats of drummer/vocalist Jason Ewald; an unreleased gem from the late Roy Hargrove and the Verve vault; New England-inspired new music courtesy of Brian Drye and Eric Hastings aka Ocean State; a 10-year celebration of Anna Webber and her trio; the latest release from Norwegian pianistTord Gustavsen on ECM; and finally, the crown jewel of the triphop era, Bristol's Massive Attack.

    Episode #376

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 51:03


    Featuring an assortment of old and new including vintage classics from Lucille Mathis, Jimmy Reed, Ivory Joe Hunter, and Hank Williams; the unique brilliance of John McLaughlin; Seattle/Brooklyn creative saxophone legend Jessica Lurie; a heavyweight tribute to the music of Meredith Monk by Future Quest; and the ultra-prolific Argentine genius Gustavo Santaolalla00:51:03

    Episode #375

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 53:55


    Featuring a couple of NYC legends from the compilation “With Love”: Kimbra and Ian Chang; Buenos Aires/CDMX super diva Barbie Williams; new and old music from Erik Deutsch (with Theo Bleckmann and Art Lande among others); jazz drumming legend of the northwest Chris Lee; a fresh release from a vintage cat…the one and only Charlie Parker; beautiful stuff from the “Saltburn” soundtrack courtesy of Anthony Willis; and straight outta Memphis and Stax Records—the Van-Dells.

    Episode #374

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 53:30


    Featuring a popping new single from Victoria Reed's upcoming LP ‘Gli Amanti'; debut jams courtesy of California keyboardist Rob Marsh; the final concert performed by Japanese legend Ryuichi Sakamoto; a sampling of the soundtrack of a documentary about modern legend Brian Eno; the killer collab of The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis; and finally, the final concert of the great Satchmo: Louis in London.

    Episode #373

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 50:40


    Featuring the brilliance of bassist Arthur Kell and his quartet; new solo music from legendary session drummer Brian Griffin aka BG & Coyote Radio; two tracks from the compilation “With Love” —a benefit for the children of Palestine; the electronic genuis of Jacob Bergson aka Taut; CDMX jams courtesy of The Poor Man's Atomic Bomb; and finally, the Happiness Bastards are back: new music from The Black Crowes.

    Episode #372

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 51:05


    Featuring a debut cut from Erik and Theo Bleckmann's upcoming release “Reason”; the new single off Victoria Reed's latest LP; the brilliance of Siamese and Barbie Williams; ethereal soundscapes courtesy of Spencer Zahn and Dawn Richard; more jams from the great, the one and only, Jim Campilongo; bay area piano master Jon Dryden; new music on the ECM label from Italian pianist Giovanni Guidi; and finally, the fresh single from Rome-based indie legend GIampaolo Speziale's solo record.

    Episode #371

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 50:55


    Featuring the fresh jam from master drummer Brian Griffin's lonesome highway project BG and Coyote Radio; legendary pianist Jon Dryden graces the show for the first time; the growing international legend of Barbie Williams; modern renaissance improviser Spencer Zahn; the magical music of canadian sensation Mingjia; transcendent composer Ellen Reid; Jason Robinson & Marcus Urani get dubby; and finally, BK indie one-man-band Tim Lappin AKA the Casual Male.

    Episode #370

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 50:54


    Featuring live music from NYC bass legend Arthur Kell; the modern soul sound of Candice Ivory; a brand new track from Colorado drummer extraordinaire and solo artist Michell MiLo; another drum legend and his fantastic big band, Ulysses Owens Jr.; the dope electronic beats of Montparnasse Musique; Pakistani Pitchfork darling Arooj Aftab; essential brooklyn songwriter/violinist Christina Courtin; and finally, piano prodigy Julius Rodriguez.

    Episode #369

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 52:23


    Featuring a brand new release of live improvised music from master Spencer Zahn; the hooky title track from Victoria Victoria's latest record; legendary NYC chanteuse/pianist Joan as Policewoman; lofi samurai L,Dre; another topnotch composition from the film “Saltburn” (and Anthony Willis); the classical Indian fusion of Jasdeep Singh Debun; and finally, a stunning ECM reissue of the Keith Jarrett and Jan Garbarek classic “Luminessence.”

    Epidsode #368

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 55:47


    Featuring a blast of Sidehustle Records artists: the Mod Cons, Candace Ivory, and Maritzaida; an amazing live recording from the New Orleans Klezmer Allstars; Pianist Jon Solo's meditative project Naneum; Argentina meets Paris within the synth pop magic of Odeon; the other-worldy talents of CDMX chanteuse Natalia Marrokin; NYC mainstay Mike McGinnins' impressive large ensemble project Road Trip; and a farewell to the Happiness Bastards tour with The Black Crowes.

    Episode #367

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 50:01


    Featuring the latest joint from keys wiz Julius Rodriguez AKA Orange Julius; the ethereal sound of songstress Dolly Valentine; master of the Fender Telecaster, Jim Campilongo; a fresh release from NYC trumpeter Kenny Warren and his trio; an epic journey from Alice Coltrane's legendary 1971 Carnegie Hall concert; another cut from Erik's CDMX improv event Scorpio Sessions; and finally, the one and only Thelonious Monk.

    Episode #366

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 50:42


    Featuring a brand new jam from NYC songwriting legend Jesse Harris; the beautiful world of Italian composer Olivia Belli; Colorado meets Switzerland in the minds of Hawkfather and Kwest; the genius of Charlie Mingus; a long-running NYC trio of legends—Ben Allison, Steve Cardenas, and Ted Nash; a creative staple of NOLA aka the New Orleans Klezmer All Stars; British new music legends Azimuth; and the crushing groove of Mr. Shuggie Otis.

    Episode #365

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 54:44


    Featuring new music from “Happiness Bastards” (The Black Crowes); the mesmerizing compositions of bassist Todd Sickafoose; the vibrant sound of Baja courtesy of Kelsey Garcias' new single; punk meets jazz on the fresh Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis collab; Theo Bleckmann, Sly5thAve, and Erik live in Denver from their latest limited edition release; bassist/producer Benjamin Rubin and his lo-fi solo project; the sound of CDMX improv courtesy of Erik's Scorpio Session release; and a modern folk supergroup, the High Hawks.

    Episode #364

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 50:36


    Featuring the brilliant Telecaster stylings of Jim Campilongo; epic large ensemble arrangements from clarinetist Mike McGinnis' upcoming release; the classic beauty of the Bill Mays Trio; new music from a solo release of one of the great living pianists, Fred Hersch; a cut from Erik's piano trio record ‘Decades'; downtown music legends Sex Mob; and finally, the queen… Nina Simone.

    Episode #363

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 52:54


    Featuring brand new music from legendary Parisian/NYC chanteuse Madeleine Peyroux; a brilliant reissue of the great Alice Coltrane's band from Carnegie Hall in 1971; the latest single from international pop diva Mads Jensen; a new release from Erik's Scorpio Session improv collective (straight outta CDMX); a fresh cut on the ECM label from pianist Vijay Iyer and his trio; and finally, an ECM reissue from masters Keith Jarrett and Jan Garbarek.

    Episode #362

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 49:03


    Featuring the latest classic by NYC songwriting legend Jesse Harris; a stellar cut from Jerksin Fendrix' brilliant ‘Poor Things' soundtrack; fresh sounds from UK reedsman Shabaka Hutchings; a tranquil soundscape courtesy of Italian composer Olivia Belli; two brilliant re-releases of 70s ECM classics: Azimuth and the Jan Garbarek Quartet; and finally, rock n roll, new and old, from The Black Crowes and Patti Smith.

    Episode #361

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 53:02


    Featuring inspiring new music from the “Saltburn” original soundtrack; a killer collab between James Brandon Lewis and the Messthetics; British sax legend John Surman and his quartet from his fresh ECM release; big sky new england vibes courtesty of Evening Sky and Eden Casteel; John Scofield doing the Dead; the deft mastery of pianist Oscar Peterson; some east bay grease served up by Tower of Power; and Dylan and Cash get together with the Nashville cats.

    Episode #360

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 48:39


    Featuring a tight re-release of a 1980's Nina Simone joint; Michael Blake's brilliantly orchestrated 2022 album Dance of the Mystic Bliss; Colorado sax phenom Dom Lalli; Shabaka's most recent Impulse record; classic piano trio fare from Dean Johnson, Tony Mason, and Erik aka Decades; and modern balladeers Jefferson Hamerand Eamon O'leary aka The Murphy Beds.

    Episode #359

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 52:59


    Featuring the greasy NYC meets Miami funk of the Scone Cash Players; the elegant piano trio stylings of Bill Mays; a long-running collaborative trio comprised of Ben Allison, Steve Cardenas, and Ted Nash; the king of kings, Ron Miles; new age wonder courtesy of Anoushka Shankar; an Ella Fitzgerald live gem from the Verve vault; drummer/composer/legend Ches Smith; and finally, a piece fo NOLA history, Mr James Booker. 0

    Episode #358

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 50:04


    Featuring the brilliance of drummer/composer Allison Miller and her newest release; guitar wunderkind Jim Campilongo; brand new music from americana supergroup The High Hawks; Mike McGinnis' genius ‘+9' ensemble; intelligent, hipster super-trio jazz courtesy of Harrington, Gustin, and Zahn; live unreleased music from Erik's band recorded at Lunatico in Bedstuy; and finally, the pristine lo-fi magic of L.Dre.

    Episode #357

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 52:26


    Featuring a plethora of thought-provoking, toe-tapping jams courtesy of Sylvana Estrada and Charlie Hunter, Thelonious Monk, Stereolab, Joe Lovano's Trio Tapestry, Steven Bernstein's Diaspora Soul, Wayne Horvitz, Tom Hagerman, 10 Foot Ganja Plant, and a cut from the soundtrack of modern classic Roma.

    Episode #356

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 54:32


    Featuring brand the first new single from the Black Crowes in 15 years; a wonderful new cut from the mesmerizing trio of Ben Alison, Steve Cardenas, and Ted Nash; Rhode Island meets NYC as Ocean State; the musical and intellectual powerhouse that is Erin McKeown; fresh, tasty stuff from Jon Santos and his Bay Area band of latin legends; bassist/composer/pianist David Lopato debuting on the show; a dip into the Stax catalog courtesy of mr Floyd Newman; and finally, NYC hiphop legend Rakim.

    Special Holiday Episode #355

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 53:18


    The final episode of 2023 “special holiday addition” featuring festive contributions new and old from Andy Thorn, Samara Joy, Jacksonport, Frank Locrasto, Carla Thomas, Donny Hathaway, Vince Guaraldi, John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, and of course Frank Sinatra. Happy Holidays to you all!! See you in 2024!!

    Episode #354

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 56:32


    Featuring the beautiful new music of drummer/composer Allison Miller; an adventurous undertaking by reeds-master Mike McGinnis and his +9 ensemble; the undeniable genius of guitarist Jim Campilongo; and another Bay Area guitar legend, Will Bernard; solo musings from Brooklyn keys wiz Jon Solo; the music of Martin Scorcese's most recent film by Robbie Robertson; Estonian chamber orchestra Tallinn presents a new recording of master Arvo Part; Erik and banjo legend Andy Thorn from their 2020 duo release; and finally, the one and only Ennio Morricone.

    Episode #353

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 54:15


    Featuring brand new music from legendary drummer/composer Allison Miller; the stunning pairing of guitar legends Jim Campilongo and Steve Cardenas; BK pianist Danny Fox and his excellent trio; a new lo-fi collab btw Erik and his euro lo-fi crew; haunting melodies courtesy of Sandrayati; NYC iconic songwriter/vocalist/trend-setter Joan As Police Woman; one of the best saxohphonists alive, Michael Blake; and finally, jazz music pillars Louis Stewart and Keith Jarrett.

    Episode #352

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 54:03


    Featuring a brand new joint from Brooklyn legend Sarah Goldstone: Todd Clouser's vibey Mexico City Experiment; the brilliant instrumental world of Jesse Harris' Cosmo; the unlikely combo of Rokia One and Jacknife Lee; LA guitar wizard Mitchell Long alongside Carrey Frank and Jimmy Branly; BK pianist/songwriter/singer extraordinaire Damon Smith serving up this generation's sound; Freddie Bryant's evocative tribute to the Upper West Side of Manhattan; and the one and only Bobbie Gentry gets FANCY.

    Episode #351

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 52:21


    A birthday episode kicking off with Steve Bernstein and the late great Henry Butler; a fresh new single from sonic indie darlings Spencer Zahn and Dawn Richards; the debut of Erik's new record: the piano trio Decades feat. Tony Mason and Dean Johnson; John Scofield's latest jam; the closing song from Todd Sickafoose's seminal work Bear Proof; Kwest and Hawkfather bringing us their smooth Colorado mountain sound; Eulipion Corps takes us to outer space on the latest release; and a beautiful Italian-expat sound from songstress Lucia Comnes.

    Episode #350

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 104:33


    The special 2-hour celebration of #350 is here!!! Featuring an epic playlists of Erik's major influences and inspirations: classics, family, friends, unexpected twists… this pod has got it all! Enjoy the jams and thanks for supporting the show for 9 years!

    Episode #349

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2023 50:36


    Featuring lo-fi goodness courtesy of L.Dre; Jesse Harris' brilliant instrumental project Cosmo; new Nina Simone music from the Verve vault; fresh stuff from Toronto-based renaissance artist Ruiqi Wang; modern jazz geniuses Harrington, Gustin, and Zahn; two of the greats—Joe Lovano and Marilyn Crispell—and their Trio Tapestry; an unreleased cut from Erik's “Live at Lunatico” record; and finally, a journey with great Frank Locrasto and Kolumbo into the world of exotica!

    Episode #348

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2023 49:47


    Featuring Bay Area legends Amendola vs. Blades; a fresh joint from throwback vocalist Samara Joy; bassist/composer Todd Sickafoose's latest masterpiece; a symbiotic new duo record from masters Will Bernard and Beth Custer; Toronto super-artist Mingjia; accordion and trumpet magic courtesy of Eric Vloeimans and Will Holshauser; and three icons of soul music: William Bell, Parliament and Prince.

    Episode #347

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 51:16


    Featuring brand new music from Italian songstress Lucia Comnes; lush string arrangements on Parisian chanteuse Melody Gardot's latest release; Seattle music legend Wayne Horvitz and his pandemic project; a fresh gem from the Verve vault showcasing Nina Simone live in all her glory; vintage Irish jazz masters Louis Stewart and Noel Kelehan; a cut from the stellar recording of John Coltrane live at the Village Gate in 1961; and lo-fi goodness courtesy of Erik and his Dutch collaborators.

    Episode #346

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 55:54


    Featuring the fresh single from Todd Sickafoose's seminal compositional work “Bear Proof”; brand new jams from a new improvising group “Selcouth Quartet”; the wonderful Kavitah Shah and her Cape Verdean sounds; Jesse Harris' inspired instrumental project Cosmo and their latest release; ECM records' Wolfgang Muthspiel accompanied by is all-star trio; hot jams from the mod-jazz collective Irreversible Entanglements; Ben T. Rubin and his banger drop” Hustla” from his play-all release Landshark: Crosschatter; and finally, a dreamy collab between Erik and Dutch lo-fi artist Ghosts n Guitars.

    Episode #345

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 51:30


    Featuring a grip of fresh jams from all-star artists Scone Cash Players, Joan As Police Woman, Sex Mob, The Comet is Coming, Shabaka, and Thor de Force; + a taste of downtown legend Trevor Dunn's Trio Convulsent, and tribute to the great Ryuichi Sakamoto, the legend that is Meredith Monk, and the one and only, late, great, Ron Miles.

    Episode #344

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 45:18


    Featuring a fresh new joint from galactic harpist Brandee Younger with Meshell Ndgeocello; modern Cape Verdean sounds from vocalist Kavitah Shah; two unreleased live concerts from two legends, Nina Simone and John Coltrane; and finally, the GZA as he celebrates the 30th anniversary of “Liquid Swords.”

    Episode #343

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 50:58


    Featuring the brand new single from trombonist/vocalist to the starts Darius Cristian; another fresh beat from the Sex Mob/Scotty Hard collab “The Hard Way”; Harry Styles reinterpreted by Harrington, Gustin, and Zahn; brilliant Parisian chanteuse Melody Gardot; guitarist Todd Clouser and his Mexico City Experiment; visionary NYC artist Brandon Seabrook's latest release; downtown NYC legend Joan As Policewoman; Irish jazz guitar icon Louis Stewart; and finally, lo-fi symphonic beauty courtesy of L.Dre.

    Episode #342

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2023 53:30


    Featuring the latest release from NYC downtown legends Sex Mob (with Scotty Hard); rockstar keyboardist Rachel Eckroth throwing down for us; British composer Isobel Waller-Bridge; modern drumming icon Mark Guiliana; NYC trumpet master and composer Kenny Warren with his quartet; the genius of Erin McKeown; a cut from Erik Deutsch's 2012 lo-fi psychedelic soul jazz journey, “Demonio Teclado”; one of the baddest that ever was, Earl Hines; and an all-time great, Air.

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