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Caption: John Leventhal and Rosanne Cash
It's our second hour with the multiple award-winning producer and musician John Leventhal, who in hour 1 pointed us to just a few of the albums he ...

Bought by North State Public Radio, KUHF, and KSJE


  • Added: Oct 11, 2020
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Caption: Andrew Walesch, Credit: Phot by Heidi Ross
When singer/pianist Andrew Walesch sings Frank Sinatra, the result showcases not only Sinatra legacy, but the talents of Walesch and arranger Bob P...

  • Added: Sep 25, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Ben Eaton, Credit: Ben Eaton
Songwriter Ben Eaton focuses on what he thinks others are thinking of him. And with the layoff and isolation caused by Covid, Ben has plenty to thi...

  • Added: Sep 23, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Jazz 88 logo, Credit: Tim Nyberg (Octane Creative)
Sarah Larsson of Minneapolis sings and plays in multiple traditions and also serves as a community worker. She has formal music in her background. ...

  • Added: Sep 17, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Scott Keever, Credit: Ben Zvan
Twin Cities guitarist Scott Keever has had challenges due to Covid. But he’s met them, and even found new inspiration. When Scott talked to Phil Nu...

  • Added: Sep 09, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Jon Dominguez, Credit: Kelly Dominguez
Some call Jon Dominguez a Texas Songwriter despite that he lives in Minnesota. Well, it’s true because of Jon’s influences. And Jon also has a way ...

  • Added: Sep 08, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Maurice Jacox, Credit: Photo by Doug Knutson
Maurice Jacox has sung in groups for many years, and has played the saxophone. Lately, he’s done more under his own name. But he’s just now emergin...

  • Added: Aug 31, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Aaron Kerr, Credit: Elizabeth Thonen-Kerr
When cellist Aaron Kerr, Drummer Derrin Pinto and keyboardist Kevin Rhys jammed in March 2020, the improvisations were so satisfying that they form...

  • Added: Aug 24, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Reynold Philipsek, Credit: Tom Tremel
Despite the pandemic currently gripping the world, Reynold Philipsek stays immersed in Jazz Guitar. And like many, Reynold is reflecting on his jaz...

  • Added: Aug 15, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
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This broadcast is more power-packed with top jazz names than we ever could have planned. Of course there are always birthdays and passings to repor...

Bought by KRZA, KHNS, WVBI-LP, WOUB, WMOT and more


  • Added: Aug 11, 2020
  • Length: 01:59:58
  • Purchases: 7
Caption: Joe Nicola, Credit: Paige Popejoy
Sometimes Joe Nicola plays well-known tunes, but more frequently he plays is his own compositions. Thinking about his August 22, 6PM show at Lake M...

  • Added: Aug 09, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Joe Nicola, Credit: Paige Popejoy
Guitarist Joe Nicola sometimes he plays well-known tunes, but more frequently he plays his own compositions. When Joe talked to Phil Nusbaum, Joe s...

  • Added: Aug 09, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
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Host Paul Ingles talks with drummer Doug Clifford and bassist Stu Cook of the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame band Creedence Clearwater Revival about t...

Bought by KUHF, KUPR low power FM, and KSJE


  • Added: Jul 30, 2020
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Caption: Jazz 88 logo, Credit: Tim Nyberg (Octane Creative)
When the Covid virus cancelled all of Dakota Dave Hull’s performances for this year, Dakota Dave turned his attention to his related interests. In ...

  • Added: Jul 23, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Tim Sparks, Credit: Ali Hasbach
Tim Sparks is one of the most versatile guitarists you’ll ever meet. That’s why he was asked to be in residence in the Guitar program of the univer...

  • Added: Jul 19, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Laura Caviani by Ann Marsden, Credit: Ann Marsden
Many know Laura Caviani as jazz piano player who leads performing groups. She also teaches at Carlton College in Northfield. But there are no class...

  • Added: Jul 03, 2020
  • Length: 07:59
Caption: Gao Hong, Credit: Paul Dice
Gao Hong is one of the world’s most sought after players of the Chinese Pipa. She lives in Northfield and teaches at Carleton where she leads three...

  • Added: Jun 18, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Bill Simenson Orchestra, Credit: Bill Simenson
The Bill Simenson orchestra has played monthly at jazz Central Studios in Minneapolis for close to a decade. But Covid-19 has stopped live shows. A...

  • Added: Jun 15, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Jimmi and the Band of Souls, Credit: Gary Eckhart
Jimmi Langemo leads a Minneapolis blues band called Jimmi and the Band of Souls. The band performs songs that complain of everything from broken he...

Bought by KZYX and Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota


  • Added: Jun 13, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
  • Purchases: 2
Caption: Maryam Yusafzadeh, Credit: Candy Kuehn
Singer Maryam Yusafzadeh came to the US from Iran over 30 years ago. Maryam’s interest in singing about immigrants started around the time of Nine-...

  • Added: Jun 04, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Maud Hixson, Credit: Olivia Wilcox
Twin Cities Music fans know Maud Hixson’s polished singing. Maud is a tireless worker on all aspects of her music career. Even with COVID-19 shutt...

  • Added: May 21, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Colleen Bertsch, Credit: Paula White
Colleen Bertsch performs eastern European music. Due to isolating in place, Colleen is staying home a lot now. So she has time to listen deeply to ...

  • Added: May 12, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Charmin Michelle and Joel Shapira, Credit: Andrea Canter
Singer Charmin Michelle and guitarist Joel Shapira have released a CD of thoughtful arrangements of great jazz songs. To record their songs, they m...

  • Added: May 06, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Mike Elias, Credit: Mike Elias
Barely Brothers on Raymond Avenue in Saint Paul stocks records old and new. After decades working in other people’s record stores, owner Mike Elias...

  • Added: May 06, 2020
  • Length: 08:00
Caption: Liz Draper, Credit: Mike Madison
When the New Corona Virus came to Minnesota, it changed Liz Draper’s plans. Instead of playing and touring Liz is stuck like the rest of us at home...

  • Added: Apr 29, 2020
  • Length: 08:00