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Stories and insights from leading jazz and blues artists interviewed during KNKX Studio Sessions.

  1. DEC 16

    For 50 years, The Headhunters have crafted a signature jazz 'gumbo'

    Formed in 1973, The Headhunters have been jazz fusion pioneers for more than fifty years, blending improvisation with funk, rock, and world music sounds.

    4 min

  2. DEC 9

    Clarinetist Anat Cohen's love affair with Brazilian choro

    Jazz clarinetist Anat Cohen highlights her passion for choro, an emotive musical form that combines the musical traditions of indigenous Africans and Western Europeans living in Brazil.

    4 min

  3. DEC 2

    Pianist Larry Fuller proves you should never judge a CD by its cover

    Despite a comical mishap surrounding the Japanese release of his debut record, Larry Fuller has had a noteworthy jazz career as a sideman and trio leader.

    4 min

  4. NOV 25

    From television to jazz clubs, saxophonist Grace Kelly shines

    In her mid 20s, saxophonist Grace Kelly landed the opportunity of a lifetime: To play in the live studio band for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

    4 min

  5. NOV 18

    Delvon Lamarr's surprising start on the organ

    Delvon Lamarr, leader of the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, started out as the drummer for Seattle organist Joe Doria. One night, he decided to try Doria's organ. It opened up a whole new world.

    4 min

  6. NOV 11

    How a viral ukulele video launched Jake Shimabukuro's career

    Hawaiian ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro strummed his way to international fame when a 2006 viral video catapulted him into the spotlight.

    4 min

  7. NOV 4

    How the legends of jazz shaped pianist Emmet Cohen's career

    By passionately studying and preserving the legacy of jazz masters, pianist Emmet Cohen has honed his reverent, yet distinctive, musical voice.

    4 min

  8. OCT 28

    After four decades, Yellowjackets still keep the groove alive

    From backup band to critically acclaimed quartet, Yellowjackets have been a vibrant force in contemporary jazz since the late '70s.

    4 min
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Stories and insights from leading jazz and blues artists interviewed during KNKX Studio Sessions.

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