McCoy Tyner, George Colligan, Herbie Mann & David Watson

From one of the freshest voices in the Kansas City jazz scene, we kick off the 895th episode with David Watson and his smooth vocal stylings from his 2020 album, The Ludlow Affair. Then, we take a nostalgic turn with the legendary Herbie Mann, whom David had the privilege of knowing during his time at The Showboat in Philadelphia. The journey continues with a lineup of jazz heavyweights delivering fresh new work, including the Yellowjackets, Marius Van Den Brink, George Colligan, and Bennett Roth-Newell. We also spotlight rising stars shaping the future of jazz—Jenna McLean, Caili O'Doherty, and Nanami Haruta—bringing their unique energy and innovation to the mix.To wrap up this stellar hour, we close with a masterful performance from the great Tom Wakeling, featuring a standout track from his latest live album.So sit back, soak in the sounds, and let the jazz take you on a journey. Dig in, my friends.

Playlist

• David Watson's Re-Birthing the Cool, Bebop N Beyond "Fat Cat" The Ludlow Affairl (David Watson) 0:00
• Host talks 6:14
• Herbie Mann "Consolation Consalacao" Do the Bossa Nova (Rhino Atlantic) 8:44
• Jenna McLean "The Girls of Summer" For Your Love (Jenna McLean) 13:18
• Host talks 18:03
• Yellowjackets "Swingmeister General" Fasten Up (Mack Avenue) 18:54
• Nanami Haruta "Woodpecker" The Vibe (Origin Records) 23:35
• Host talks 28:54
• Marius van den Brink "In Greece We Drink" Live at Dizzy's (Highline Music) 29:35
• Caili O'Doherty "Struttin' with Some Barbeque" Bluer than Blue (Outside in Music) 33:23
• Host talks 36:37
• George Colligan "New York in the 90's" You'll Hear It (La Reserve Records) 37:16
• Bennett Roth-Newell "It'll Always Work Out" It's Always Work Out (Bennett Roth-Newell) 40:07
• Host talks 45:55
• McCoy Tyner "Have You Met Miss Jones" Reaching Fourth (Verve) 46:32
• Host talks 49:56
• Tom Wakeling "Lotus Blossom (Kenny Dorham)" West by Northwest (Live) (Cellar Live) 50:51