Music Artists Episodes
Nov. 23, 2023
Javon Jackson gives Peter Bradley's art a swinging soundtrack
The celebrated saxophonist talks about his place in the jazz tradition, playing with masters of the genre, and his soundtrack for the documentary With Peter Bradley.
Nov. 9, 2023
Benjamin Koppel plays jazz with a novelist's narrative
Saxophonist Benjamin Koppel talks about Perspective, his latest album with KCB Collective, and how his collaborators in jazz are part of a family.
Oct. 26, 2023
Simon Berz creates art with drums, sound, and trash
The Swiss sound artist and drummer discusses Breath versus Beats, his recently released collaboration with Bill Laswell and the late Toshinori Kondo.
Oct. 12, 2023
Dengue Fever’s Ting Mong might be our album of the year
The Los Angeles-based combo celebrates the joy of Cambodian rock music with a new album and tour.
Sept. 28, 2023
Aline Homzy plays violin in the cosmos with étoile magique
Led by Aline Homzy's ecstatic violin, a mind-expanding jazz ensemble finds inspiration in a planetary mythos.
Sept. 7, 2023
Steven Milne of The Little Kicks writes songs from the heart
Steven talks about the emotional process of songwriting, balancing a music career and family, and The Little Kicks’ latest album, People Need Love.
Aug. 31, 2023
EMBER are a jazz trio with a collective mindset
With the new album August in March, three accomplished players perform modern jazz as a band of equals.
Aug. 24, 2023
Pete Josef has a modern take on classic soul
The Bristol-based songwriter on protest music, stage fright, the joy of singles, and playing Glastonbury with Kelis.
Aug. 17, 2023
Kirsten Agresta Copely creates New Age harp soundscapes
With Aquamarine, the award-winning harpist and composer channels the ocean.
Aug. 10, 2023
mr. master and his never-ending rap project
Through nerdcore hip-hop, mr. master’s ambitious ‘ultra’ redefines how music gets released.
July 20, 2023
Peter Kruder, Roberto Di Gioia, and the art of sonic synergy
Two musical mavericks create stunning, genre-defying electronic compositions on the new album, “--------”
July 6, 2023
Brian McCarthy blends jazz, astronomy, and the AfterLife
The Vermont-based jazz virtuoso explores the cosmos with a nine-piece ensemble.
June 22, 2023
LILAMORS electronically redefine the jazz trio
Piano, vocals, and electronic treatments combine for a sonic adventure that defies genre.
June 15, 2023
MISS C-LINE makes soulful magic in the studio
A conversation with a rising artist who deftly blends jazz, hip-hop, and neo-soul.
June 8, 2023
Danny Fox loves good jazz and great pizza
The acclaimed jazz pianist discusses influences, longevity, and cooking.