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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Jazz Classics from Erroll Garner, George Braith, and others; Recently released music from Bill Evans, Black Nile, and more

by David W. Daniels
July 7, 2026

In addition to the musicians mentioned in the title above, this show includes classics from Sarah Vaughan, Hank Mobley, Eddie Jefferson, and others. Recently released music from Malena Mortensen and Christian Sands, Ali Ryerson Quartet, and more. Finally, birthday recognition for Brandee Younger, Julian Priester, Andrew Hill, and other jazz musicians with birth dates during the ...

Article: Album Review

Ben Patterson Jazz Orchestra: Groove Junkies

Read "Groove Junkies" reviewed by Dan Bilawsky

by Dan Bilawsky
April 30, 2024

Groove junkies searching for a fix need look no further. Mainlining this music--a hard-hitting big band set that satisfies as it soars--offers a serious high. With a pen and mind untrammeled by norms and expectations, and a tight crew of musical compatriots bringing stentorian sound and vision to his book, trombonist-composer Ben Patterson delivers the goods ...

Article: Album Review

Shawn Purcell: Symmetricity

Read "Symmetricity" reviewed by Geannine Reid

by Geannine Reid
December 25, 2019

Guitarist Shawn Purcell has enjoyed a busy career with 15 years as a member of the military Big Bands in Washington DC. From 1996-2004, he was the guitarist in the US Air Force premier jazz ensemble, The Airmen of Note. During his time with “The Note," Purcell performed throughout the world, including England, Germany, Turkey, Luxembourg, ...