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Chicago Soul Jazz Collective

John Fournier is a saxophonist, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger and educator. As a performing sideman, some of the artists he has had the honor of working with include Bernadette Peters, Jerry Butler, Raul Midon, Robbie Fulks, Jon Langford, Prince, The Bee Gees, Bobby Rydell, Luis Enrique, Bob Newhart, The Mighty Blue Kings and Leslie Gore. He co-leads the jazz ensemble, CHICAGO SOUL JAZZ COLLECTIVE, and is an active participant in the Chicago jazz and blues scene as a saxophonist and arranger. As a songwriter, John co-wrote a song on Raul Midon’s debut recording State of Mind (Manhattan Records) produced by Arif Mardin

Boyce Hudson

Born: August 5, 1985

Boyce is an emerging male jazz vocalist whose unique sound seamlessly blends the
emotive power of gospel with the smooth sophistication of jazz and the groove of
neo-soul. With a voice that captivates listeners from the first note, Boyce brings a
fresh, yet timeless approach to the world of jazz.

His musical journey began in the church, where he honed his vocal technique and
developed a deep connection to the emotional depth of gospel music. Influenced
by greats like Donny Hathaway, Johnny Mathis, Sarah Vaughn, and Luther
Vandross, his style evokes both the spirit of traditional jazz and the soulful
resonance of contemporary sounds.

Nduduzo Makhathini, Darryl Jenifer, Anthony Almonte, Onilu, Shapiro 17

by Cheryl K.
July 10, 2026

During this week's two-hour program of jazz and improvised music--pianist Nduduzo Makhathini; bassist and founding member of Bad Brains Darryl Jenifer; singer/songwriter Sarah Sharp; vocalist Anthony Almonte; guitarist/composer Luca Crispino; The Milky Way (1979); the percussion quartet Onilu; and the big band Shapiro 17.Playlist Randy Weston “Night in Medina" from Blue Moses (CTI) 6:51 ...

New releases from vocalist Mark Winkler, the debut by drummer Avind Ramdas, clarinetist Harry Skoler and the Chicago Soul Jazz Collective

by George Graham
June 26, 2026

This week we present four new releases from vocalist Mark Winkler, the debut by drummer Arvind Ramdas, clarinetist Harry Skoler with Bill Frisell and the Chicago Soul Jazz Collective with vocalist Dee Alexander. Playlist Mark Winkler “Snappin' on the 2 and 4" from Love Comes First (Cafe Pacific) 3:30 Mark Winkler “Song Title" from ...

Calligram Records: Chicago Meets the World

by Mark McKergow
June 23, 2026

Chicago-based Calligram Records was founded in 2023 by trumpeter Chad McCullough and saxophonist Geof Bradfield. Three years and 34 albums later, they have emerged as an authoritative and varied voice for creative jazz from the Windy City and around the world. Their output ranges from small groups to chamber jazz to lively, horn-driven soul outings. With third ...

Eva Novoa, Matt Slocum, New Jazz Underground, 8 Octopi

by Cheryl K.
June 18, 2026

During this week's two-hour program of jazz and improvised music--pianists Julia Hülsmann and Eva Novoa; two selections from saxophonist/multi-instrumentalist/composer Caleb Wheeler Curtis; drummer Matt Slocum; the Ivo Perelman & Matthew Shipp String Trio; New Jazz Underground; the Brazilian duo of musicians Antônio Carlos Marques Pinto and José Carlos Figueiredo; Chicago Soul Jazz Collective; and 8 Octopi.

New Music From Chicago Soul Jazz Collective And Dee Alexander On Calligram Records

April 4, 2026

Chicago Soul Jazz Collective returns with No Wind & No Rain (Calligram Records, 2026) No Wind & No Rain, their fourth album and most fully realized artistic statement to date. A seven-piece ensemble led by saxophonist John Fournier and featuring the acclaimed vocalist Dee Alexander, CSJC has spent years seeking that elusive sweet spot where Chicago ...

New Orbits in Sound + Soulful Sides

by David Brown
May 14, 2022

Today, we have a variety show of sounds for your enjoyment. First, a bit of a brew of mild avant-garde meets lounge music with Lyle Murphy (inventor of his own 12-tone system) and Gil Mellé (Modern Primitive Music). Things get serious with works from George Russell and the MJQ, before we change it up with a ...

Meet Kenneth Cobb

by Tessa Souter and Andrea Wolper
November 1, 2021

We suppose it makes sense that our latest Super Fan, a high-level mathematician—a contractor for NASA, no less—would keep meticulous records about, well, everything, from his massive CD and LP collection, to his personal road trip “mix tapes," to every concert he's attended. But applying his mathematical genius to fitting an entire week's worth of music ...

It Takes a Spark to Start a Fire

By Chicago Soul Jazz Collective

Label: JMARQ
Released: 2020
Track listing: Detroit will rise again; Down and out in Buffalo; It takes a spar to start a fire; Her eyes are blue and sometimes gray; God bless the patient; Where do you go when you dream; Nora calls from the moon