Articles by Len Davis
Jazz playlist special features Pat Metheny, Michael Brecker, Miles Davis and much more
by Len Davis
Pat Metheny, Lynne Arriale, Jack Pantazis, {Tim Garland}}, Miles Davis, John Abercrombie, Chick Corea, Ference Snetberger, John Scofield, Marc Johnson, Chris Potter and Avishai Cohen. ...
Continue ReadingDamien Erskine, Chris Potter, Steve Smith, Marl Lettieri, Michael Brecker
by Len Davis
This will be the final Bitches Brew Radio program of 2025. We'll return on January 9th, 2026 with a brand-new year of boundary-pushing music. This show is packed with fresh sounds and deep cuts, including new music from J-Rod Sullivan & the 4 Korners, guitarist Franky Freedom with Gary Willis, Dan Arcamone with Steve Pruitt, Wayne Krantz, Damien Erskine, Chris Potter, and Steve Smith featuring George Brooks and Mark Lettieri, keyboardist Santiago Bosch, drummer Gergo Borlai, Italian fusion outfit Electric ...
Continue ReadingSimon Phillips, Bob Holz, Steve Morse, T Lavitz, Gary willis and Miles Davis
by Len Davis
Drummer Simon Phillips brings his own unmistakable groove and intensity. A newly released 2019 studio-live session delivers powerful music. New music from the Steve Morse Band, drummer Bob Holz pays tribute to the late Larry Coryell and Jan Cyrka and James Graydon join Josh Meader with some elegant jazz. We jump back to 1996 with the late T Lavitz, Japan's Dimension, and funky sax lines from Bill Evans. Expect fierce fusion from bassist Gary Willis, rock-edged tracks from Greg Howe ...
Continue ReadingNew music from Simon Phillips, Alex Skolnick, Tigran Hamasyan, Grand Discovery and more
by Len Davis
Get ready for a wave of electrifying new releases! Simon Phillips Protocol Live Sessions, recorded in 2019 and only now unveiled, capture the legendary drummer and his band at full throttle. The global fusion continues with Jazz from New York guitar virtuoso Alex Skolnick, São Paulo piano powerhouse Gabriel Gaiardo, and Parisian violin master Daniel John Martin, joined by none other than Robben Ford Armenian piano prodigy Tigran Hamasyan brings his trademark intensity and rhythmic fire, while the Deep Energy ...
Continue ReadingMark Lettieri, Grand Discovery, The Outernet plus '70s re-visited
by Len Davis
We're bringing you an electrifying mix of fusion, funk, and guitar artistry from around the world! ?? Contemporary Sounds: Gabriel Gallardo--Brazil's rising fusion star bringing rhythmic fire and melodic finesse. Mark Lettieri and Thomas Polychuck--representing the USA with groove, grit, and guitar mastery. Grand Discovery--Finland's innovative collective pushing the boundaries of modern instrumental music. The Outernet and Josh Meader from Australia, blending jazz, soul, and progressive energy into a fresh new sound. Then we travel back to the '70s--the golden ...
Continue ReadingFocus on the late Jack DeJohnette
by Len Davis
Today we remember a truly wonderful musician--a creative soul whose passion and artistry touched everyone who heard him play. Throughout his life, Jack DeJohnette performed with countless bands and ensembles, always bringing a melodic sensitivity, strong rhythmic drive, and an openness to every musical style he explored. From jazz and fusion to avant-garde and beyond, he blended genres with ease, helping to shape the sound of modern music. His influence, warmth, and spirit will continue to resonate through every note ...
Continue ReadingAnthony Jackson tribute PT 2 plus new releases
by Len Davis
We continue our special tribute to the late, great bassist Anthony Jackson--a true innovator whose sound shaped generations of modern music. Todays program will feature some of his incredible performances with Metro, pianist Hiromi, drummer Steve Smith, pianist Michel Camilo, Mike Stern and Steve Khan. But that's not all--we've also got some exciting new releases from around the world. From Germany, guitarist Lothar Kosse brings us fresh sounds from his latest project. Out of Seattle, Washington, we'll hear the boundary-pushing ...
Continue ReadingAnthony Jackson tribute, part 1, plus new releases
by Len Davis
Anthony Jackson: A Tribute to a Bass Master. Anthony Jackson, the legendary bass master, has passed away, and today we honour his extraordinary legacy. Today, we remember Anthony Jackson not only for his technical brilliance but for the soulful spirit and innovation that defined his life's work. Music from Steve Khan, Al Di Meola, Chick Corea, Michel Camilo, Simon Phillips and Michal Urbaniak.Playlist Steve Khan “The Suitcase" from The Suitcase (Tone Centre) 00:00 Al Di Meola “Electric Rendezvous" ...
Continue ReadingGary Husband, EH 3 Trio, HII Trio,Tigran Hamasyan, Derek Sherinian, Jan Hammer
by Len Davis
We kick things off with drum and keyboard maestro Gary Husband, showcasing a rich span of previously unreleased music recorded between 1978 and 2021. Next up, Norwegian band EH 3 brings the groove with Funk Haus, followed by vibrant Brazilian jazz from drummer Igor Willcox and pianist Henrique Mota. Groundbreaking pianist Tigran Hamasyan returns with his signature blend of avant-garde textures and boundary-pushing sounds. From Mumbai, bass sensation Mohini Dey stuns with her irresistibly funky style, while Derek Sherinian and ...
Continue ReadingChronojazz, Evan Marien, Commodore, Mr Motaba, Anika Nilles, Igor Wilcox
by Len Davis
We kick off with Allan Holdsworth inspired fusion from Chronjazz, featuring Ross Ian Lardner, Ollie Usiskin and Jimmy Haslip. Evan Marien x Dana Hawkins return with a sleek new single, while Bob Frye teams up with Uzoma for a soulful groove. From Argentina, Commodore drop their long-awaited release, and Brazil's Mr. Motaba blend jazz, fusion, and Brazilian rhythms. German drummer Anika Nilles brings tight, funk-infused fusion, and Japanese pianist Ai Kuwabara delivers cool, modern jazz alongside bassist Yusuke Morita. Brazilian ...
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