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Video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@YouDigPod You Dig? is a long-form podcast featuring candid, easygoing conversations with creative voices across music, art, and culture—exploring creativity, craft, and the stories behind the work. A good time is had by all—guaranteed..

  1. 3D AGO

    Randy Brecker: Miles Davis, Skunk Funk, Horace Silver & The Meaning of Life | You Dig?

    On this deeply musical and often hilarious episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with trumpet legend Randy Brecker for an epic late-night hang covering improvisation, practice, composition, Miles Davis, Michael Brecker, Horace Silver, the Brecker Brothers, Seventh Avenue South, and Randy’s beautiful new album Espirito. Highlights include: 🎺 The famous Miles Davis wah-wah story 🎺 How Randy wrote “Skunk Funk” 🎺 Following Michael Brecker solos night after night 🎺 Lessons learned from Horace Silver 🎺 Randy’s approach to practicing at age 80 🎺 Brecker Brothers origin stories 🎺 Thoughts on improvisation and tension/release 🎺 The Dig You Inquisition™ Wise, funny, warm, and deeply inspiring, this episode is packed with hard-earned musical insight from one of jazz fusion’s most iconic voices. A good time is had by all. You dig? _______________-- Links from this Episode: Randy's website: https://www.randybrecker.com/ 🎺 SPECIAL BONUS: Check out the legendary fan-made video by the great Lewis Gerts: “Some Skunk Funk by Almost Everyone” featuring countless performances spliced together bar-by-bar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TnUbXkvlz4

    1h 28m
  2. You Dig? Sampler Platter: Randy Brecker

    5D AGO ·  BONUS

    You Dig? Sampler Platter: Randy Brecker

    Steve Wiest dives deep into the music of legendary trumpeter, composer, and fusion pioneer Randy Brecker in this deluxe edition of the You Dig? Sampler Platter. From Dreams and the original The Brecker Brothers to the orchestral brilliance of the NDR Bigband collaborations, this episode explores the compositions, recordings, musicians, and moments that helped define modern jazz fusion. Featured music includes: • “Some Skunk Funk” • “Hanging in the City” • “That’s All There Is To It” • “Sozinho” • “Harpoon” • “Above and Below” • “Imagine My Surprise” Along the way, Steve discusses Michael Brecker, Ada Rovatti, Barry Rogers, Jörg Achim Keller, fusion arranging, Randy’s unforgettable trumpet sound, and the enduring impact of the Brecker musical universe. A good time is had by all. You dig?

    59 min

  3. MAY 18

    What Is Hip? Dave Richards Talks Tower of Power, L.A., and Life on the Road

    Steve Wiest welcomes Dave Richards of Tower of Power to You Dig? for a joyful deep dive into life inside one of the most iconic horn bands in modern music. Dave discusses his North Texas roots, touring internationally with Tower of Power, working with Emilio Castillo and Doc Kupka, surviving the Maynard Ferguson “Front of the Bus” game, composing for large ensembles, memorizing the legendary T.O.P. book, and navigating today’s evolving music business. Additional stories include Birdland with Slide Hampton, Jay Saunders memories, multi-instrumentalist adventures, and an especially philosophical edition of The Dig You Inquisition. Featuring music talk, road stories, jazz education wisdom, and a healthy dose of galactic nonsense from the Bridge. A good time is had by all. You dig? ____________________ Links from this episode: Tower of Power Tour Dates https://www.towerofpower.com/tour/ Tower of Power 2026 Band Members https://www.towerofpower.com/the-band/ Tower of Power Website https://www.towerofpower.com/ "Newport" Composed by Slide Hampton Adapted by Dave Richards Performed live by the UNT One O'Clock Lab Band at Birdland • One O'clock Lab Band - "Newport" - Live f... "Dark Matters" Composed by Dave Richards Performed by the One O'Clock Lab Band Live at Birdland Trumpet solo by Clynt Yerkes Tenor solo: Brian Clancy Drum solo: Michael D'Angelo • "Dark Matters" UNT One O'Clock Lab Band Li... Marianne's Ice Cream: Santa Cruz, CA https://mariannesicecream.com/

    1h 12m

  4. MAY 16

    Julia Zuzanna Sokolowska — Building a Career in Film Composition

    Steve hangs out on the front porch of the hippest crib in the village with rising film composer Julia Zuzanna Sokolowska for a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from Julia’s music and creative process to balancing family life and career-building in Los Angeles. The discussion dives deep into the realities of modern film composition, networking, jazz education, demos, editing, and forging a sustainable artistic path in the highly competitive — but incredibly exciting — world of writing for film and media. This is a must-listen episode for composers, musicians, film-score fans, and especially anyone hoping to build a career in composition for Hollywood, television, games, or multimedia. Click this link to see the video version where you can also see the film clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4H3D3chYBo8 Links from this episode: Julia’s Website: https://sokolowskamusic.com/ Destino • Destino - Music by Julia Zuzanna Sokolowska Divos! Trailer • Destino - Music by Julia Zuzanna Sokolowska Divos! Full Score • Hollywood Hills Divos! Behind the Scenes with Sarah Reich • Divos! Ricky's Tap Theme BTS No Intro Julia's YouTube Channel: / @juliazuzannasokolowska

    49 min
  5. Glenn and Steve's Excellent Accidental Episode

    MAY 7

    Glenn and Steve's Excellent Accidental Episode

    What-the-WHAT?! So how did THIS happen? Well, I asked my pal Glenn Kostur to help me check some tech to get ready for an upcoming episode with Rising Star Film Composer Julia Zuzanna Sokolawska and we accidentally came up with so much SHTICK (mostly two old guys forgetting words...but shtick nonetheless) that I turned it into an episode (with the help of my crack editing team, of course) So here Ya go! Behold "Glenn and Steve's Excellent Accidental Episode!" _____________________ Links from this episode: New Cydonia Composed by Steve Wiest, Performed by the UNT One O'Clock Lab Band https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXMkdoz0Y90 Julia Zuzanna Sokolawska https://sokolowskamusic.com/ Darcy James Argue https://darcyjamesargue.com/ Rick Beato https://www.youtube.com/RickBeato

    57 min
  6. Lynn Seaton–Bass, Basie, Woody, UNT, and The Art of Listening

    MAY 3

    Lynn Seaton–Bass, Basie, Woody, UNT, and The Art of Listening

    In this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with acclaimed jazz bassist and educator Lynn Seaton. A former member of the Count Basie Orchestra and a longtime professor at the University of North Texas, Seaton shares stories from his career performing with some of the most important figures in jazz. The conversation explores the role of the bass in jazz, the importance of time and feel, and the lessons passed down through generations of great musicians. This episode offers valuable insight for musicians, educators, and listeners interested in the tradition and evolution of jazz. Links: Lynn Seaton – University Profile https://jazz.unt.edu/faculty/lynn-seaton UNT Jazz Program https://jazz.unt.edu/ "You Don't Know What Love Is" - Evilena Protektore and Lynn Seaton recorded at Funcoolio rec. in Riga, December 2014 • You don't know what love is - Evilena Prot... Lynn's Feature on the Fred Rogers tune "It's You I Like" From the Steve Wiest Recording "Out of the New" • It's You I Like Subscribe to You Dig!! / @youdigpod Subscribe to the You Dig Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/acf5c3c7dc5e/subsc... Follow the You Dig? FaceBook Page: / youdigpod

    1h 12m
  7. You Dig? Sampler Platter: Lynn Seaton

    MAY 2 ·  BONUS

    You Dig? Sampler Platter: Lynn Seaton

    Welcome to another You Dig? SAMPLER PLATTER! 🎶 On this episode, we spotlight the artistry of master bassist Lynn Seaton—a deeply musical voice heard across decades of jazz performance at the highest level. Featured here are selections from Lynn’s work as both sideman and leader, spanning big band, trio, and solo bass artistry. 🎧 Featured Tracks: 🎺 “Blues for Red” From: Woody Herman – 50th Anniversary Tour Label: Concord Jazz Personnel Acoustic Bass, Electric Bass – Lynn Seaton Arranged By – Brad Williams (2) (tracks: 5), Frank Tiberi (tracks: 5), John Fedchock (tracks: 1 to 4, 6 to 8) Art Direction – Tom Burgess Baritone Saxophone – Mike Brignola Bass Trombone – Mark Lusk Clarinet, Soprano Saxophone – Woody Herman Coordinator [Musical] – John Fedchock Cover – Sylvia Barnes (2) Drums – Jim Rupp* Engineer [Assistant] – Brian Hague, Phil DeLancie* Engineer [Recording And Remix] – Phil Edwards Liner Notes – Gordon Raddue Mastered By – George Horn Photography By [Cover] – David Fischer (3) Piano – Brad Williams (2) Producer – Carl E. Jefferson Producer [Assistant] – Chris Long (7) Tenor Saxophone – Jerry Pinter Tenor Saxophone [Lead] – Frank Tiberi Tenor Saxophone, Flute – Dave Riekenberg Trombone – Paul McKee Trombone [Lead] – John Fedchock Trumpet – Bill Byrne, Les Lovitt, Mark Lewis (18), Ron Stout Trumpet [Lead] – Roger Ingram Woody Herman – Leader, clarinet, alto sax ___________________ 🎻 “Improvisation for Aubrey” From: Solo Flights (1996) Label: OmniTone Personnel: Lynn Seaton – solo bass _________________________ 🎹 “Peggy’s Blue Skylight” (Charles Mingus) From: Kenny Drew Jr. Trio Album: Portraits of Charles Mingus & Thelonious Monk Label: Claves Jazz Personnel: Kenny Drew Jr. – piano Lynn Seaton – bass Drums – Marvin "Smitty" Smith ___________________ 🥁 “Cute” composed by Neal Hefti From: Butch Miles – Straight On Till Morning Label: Nagel-Heyer Records Personnel Frank Wes, Alex Saudargas Bob Ojeda Bill Porter Doug LAwrence Lynn Seaton Kenny Drew, Jr. __________________________ 🎙️ Want the full story? 👉 Check out the full episode of You Dig? featuring Lynn Seaton for deep conversation, stories, and insights from one of the great bass voices in jazz. Subscribe, like, and share if you dig it 😎 A good time is had by all. You dig?

    34 min
  8. Tim Ishii and UTA–DIG U(niversity) Jazz Studies at UTA and Telling Stories

    APR 21

    Tim Ishii and UTA–DIG U(niversity) Jazz Studies at UTA and Telling Stories

    Welcome to the INAUGURAL episode of our new series "DIG U(niversity)" This is where we feature one of the MANY great jazz programs around the world and lift up everything they are doing to further our music and to help prepare the next generation of great artists. We begin with the wonderful Tim Ishii and his stellar program at The University of Texas Arlington (UTA) This is also where I'm hosting the big "Telling Stories" project. You'll be hearing MUCH more about that! In the meantime, dive in with Time Ishii, and two of his wonderful students, Vincent Tran and Gabe Parker. You dig? _____________ Learn more about the jazz program at UTA: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools...

    49 min
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Video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@YouDigPod You Dig? is a long-form podcast featuring candid, easygoing conversations with creative voices across music, art, and culture—exploring creativity, craft, and the stories behind the work. A good time is had by all—guaranteed..

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  • Creator
    Steve Wiest
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Steve Wiest 2026
  • Show Website
    You Dig?

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