WAX ON Podcast - Improvised Music Company Eoghan

WAX ON is both a listening party, placing the needle in the groove of a collection of favourite jazz albums, as well as an intimate space for story-telling and reflections.
Despite her lack of technical training, Holiday’s unique diction, inimitable phrasing and dramatic intensity made her one of the most iconic jazz singers of her day. Her soulful, unique voice and her ability to boldly turn any material into her own sound made her a superstar of her time. Holiday’s poignant voice is still considered to be one of the greatest jazz voices ever.
Moderated by Irish Times music critic Cormac Larkin, with a panel of jazz aficionados, Wax On brings the audience on an intimate journey through the life and recordings of some of the most influential and important artists of the jazz genre

Spotify Playlist of featured tracks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6hwznR5JfDTbi5LmqC48MR
YouTube Playlist of featured videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR81_VypXxF8YYSf7y6PYAgJ2Ydq4CT9M

WAX ON is both a listening party, placing the needle in the groove of a collection of favourite jazz albums, as well as an intimate space for story-telling and reflections.

Moderated by Irish Times music critic Cormac Larkin, with a panel of jazz aficionados, Wax On brings the audience on an intimate journey through the life and recordings of some of the most influential and important artists of the jazz genre.

Spotify Playlist of featured tracks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1rclfQvNhNnGYMf1Io34LJ?si=lZs_9ivuRRiWuCeYGer6Bw
YouTube Playlist of featured videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR81_VypXxF_FnUcDQ3iQjWKELY5M8W_t

WAX ON is both a listening party, placing the needle in the groove of a collection of favourite jazz albums, as well as an intimate space for story-telling and reflections.

The 7th WAX ON event focuses on the life and music of pianist and composer Duke Ellington

An originator of big-band jazz, Duke Ellington was an American composer, pianist and bandleader who composed thousands of scores over his 50-year career.

Moderated by Irish Times music critic Cormac Larkin, with a panel of jazz aficionados, Wax On brings the audience on an intimate journey through the life and recordings of some of the most influential and important artists of the jazz genre.
Spotify Playlist of featured tracks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qaln3LuTjMc61EufBjGvL?si=3xdzGJjAQ5e51a08P0RShA
YouTube Playlist of featured videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR81_VypXxF9KZ2IAbk2T8FVHWp2Bxdb7

WAX ON is both a listening party, placing the needle in the groove of a collection of favourite jazz albums, as well as an intimate space for story-telling and reflections.
Affectionately nicknamed 'Satchmo', Armstrong was an American trumpeter, composer, singer and occasional actor who was one of the most influential figures in jazz. His career spanned five decades, from the 1920s to the 1960s, and different eras in the history of jazz.
Moderated by Irish Times music critic Cormac Larkin with a panel of jazz aficionados, WAX ON brings you on a journey through the life and recordings of some of the most influential and important artists of the jazz genre.

Spotify Playlist of featured tracks: https://open.spotify.com/user/improvisedmusiccompany/playlist/4wqaMqvlF69b9eWP4KkjlJ?si=5UFosC_ORresRFzbNf03nw
YouTube Playlist of featured videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR81_VypXxF9NbKKccEogSi70NS8x1kFX

WAX ON is both a listening party, placing the needle in the groove of a collection of favourite jazz albums, as well as an intimate space for story-telling and reflections.

For WAX ON #2, we will be delving into the music and life of the great Nina Simone. Moderated by Irish Times music critic Cormac Larkin with a panel of jazz aficionados, join us for an evening of listening to some of Nina’s most influential recordings, as well as sharing stories from her colourful life.

Presented in association with The Record Spot - Dublin
YouTube playlist of featured tracks: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR81_VypXxF-KWr5vZzJKoRlKJ4e4x75R