RIP Ahmad Jamal (1930 – 2023)

Unfortunately, this week got the better of me so we have our 3rd re-air of 2025 and it’s the show from about a year ago that features all sax and percussion duets. I’m actually a bit fond of this show so it’s not a bad re-air to do. Here’s the playlist. Don’t forget that you…

So not a lot of ranting this week. I could write a bit more about the saga that is the Congressional district held by everyone’s favorite babysitter George Santos, but alas, it’s covered plenty elsewhere. Fun fact – former NY-3 congressional representative Tom Suozzi is attempting to win his old seat back with a primary…

Happy 4th of July week, everyone. Lots of good music this week. We have new music from William Parker, Hamid Drake and Cooper-Moore, as well as newer music from Joy Guidry. And we round out with some classic tracks from Anthony Braxton and The Ensemble Al-Salaam. The Flor de Toloache track is a little outside…

I hope everyone is having a great Labour Day Weekend as we unofficially put a close on the Summer 2023. Personally, I am happy to see it go, but alas, I know I might be alone in the sentiment. Hopefully, the fall is a bit more cheery. Here’s the playlist for this week. Don’t forget…