Studio Session Shorts
Stories and insights from leading jazz and blues artists interviewed during KNKX Studio Sessions.
Latest Episodes
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As he makes his own way in jazz, trumpeter Jeremy Pelt mentors his young band and captures the stories of his musician peers in his book, Griot.
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Trumpeter Keyon Harrold compares his love for musical storytelling and unique combination of jazz and hip-hop to beloved media from his youth.
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Led by violinist Ranger Sciacca, Ranger and the Re-Arrangers are redefining European hot club jazz with an atypical lineup and nods to American jazz.
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Jazz pianist Christian Sands explores his growth from child prodigy to Grammy-nominated bandleader as well as his connection to the legacy of pianist Errol Garner.
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Rock and jazz drummer Barrett Martin traces his musical evolution from his family's player piano to grunge rock to jazz and global rhythms.
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Jazz guitarist-vocalist Brian Nova reflects on his journey from a teenage rocker inspired by Herb Ellis to an in-demand sideman and bandleader.
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From a San Diego garage to Hollywood films, soul jazz band The Greyboy Allstars look back on the makings of their signature laid-back sound.
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Montreal-based vocalist Dominique Fils-Aimé blends jazz, soul, and blues to explore creative freedom and foster human connection.
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Flugelhorn player Dmitri Matheny salutes the Pacific Northwest, his community, and his father on his 2022 album "Cascadia."
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For 50 years, faith, friendship and fun have fueled the musical journey of award-winning a cappella group Take 6.