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Javon Jackson was born in Carthage, Missouri and raised in Denver, Colorado. Music captivated the young Javon who was exposed to some of the greatest musicians in jazz through his parents' record collection. Gene Ammons and Ahmad Jamal were early favorites. As he matured, Javon soon became captivated by the work of Sonny Stitt. Stitt, known for his prowess on both the alto and tenor saxophone, was considered one of Charlie Parker's most avid disciples early in his career but later developed a distinctive voice of his own. Like so many other horn players today, Stitt's music inspired Javon to pick up his first saxophone, an alto, at a young age. More musical discoveries followed: Rollins, Henderson, Coltrane

Album

Jackson Plays Dylan

By Javon Jackson

Label: Solid Jackson Records
Released: 2026
Track listing: One for Bob Dylan; Blowin' in the Wind; Hurricane; Gotta Serve Somebody; Lay, Lady, Lay; The Times They Are A-Changin'; Forever Young; Tombstone Blues; Like a Rolling Stone; Tambourine Man; Make You Feel My Love.

Article: In Pictures

The San Jose Jazz Fest 2026 was on Fire

by Ronald Davis
August 22, 2026

A collection of photos from the San Jose Jazz Fest in San Jose from August 7, 2026 to August 9, 2026 featuring Nnenna Freelon, Javon Jackson, Willie Jones III, Charles McPherson, Cyrus Chestnut, Adi Oasis, Irene Diaz, The Soul Rebels, Gretchen Parlato, Harrell “Young Rell" Davenport, Aja Monet, Sylvia Cuenca, Essiet Okon Essiet, Wallace Roney Jr, ...

Song of the Day

Like a Rolling Stone

August 6, 2026

Album: Jackson Plays Dylan
By Javon Jackson
Label: Solid Jackson Records
Released: 2026
Duration: 5:10

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Tribute to Abdullah Ibrahim aka Dollar Brand; RIP Walt Parazaider; New Music From Audrey Ochoa, Chris Potter, and Others

by David W. Daniels
June 23, 2026

In addition to the tribute to Abdullah Ibrahim and music from the artists mentioned in the title, the show includes recently released music from Helen Sung, Dawn Clement, Chris Hazelton, and others. Birthday recognition for Erroll Garner, Tom Harrell, Marcus Miller, and more.Playlist Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya “Duke 88" from African River (Enja) 00:00 ...

Article: Interview

Ron Carter: Sweet Notes: The Gospel According To An Upright Man

by Ian Patterson
June 10, 2026

There is just no slowing down for bassist Ron Carter. At least, not that you would know. Writing, arranging, recording, gigging, teaching, media commitments--it is all in a day's work for the indefatigable 89-year-old NEA Jazz Master. Since 1959, when he arrived in New York from his native Detroit, Ron Carter has enjoyed an unparalleled career. ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Jacques Lesure, Lakecia Benjamin, Emmet Cohen, Carlos Henriquez and more

by Benjamin Boddie
June 3, 2026

Today's Music--Right Now! Fantastic music by Jacques Lesure, Lakecia Benjamin, Emmet Cohen, Malene Mortensen & Christian Sands, Vladimir Redzic, Jan Harbeck Quartet, Carlos Henriquez, Charlie Wood, JabFung, Malcolm Strachan, Andrew Moorhead, Altin Sencalar, Russ Spiegel, Javon Jackson, Eva Cortes, Virginia MacDonald, New Jazz Underground, Faye Carol, Chris Hazelton, Ben Markley Big Band, Charles Ruggiero, Billy Childs, ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Javon Jackson, Luciano Biondini, Naïssam Jalal, Florian Pellissier & More

by Ludovico Granvassu
May 16, 2026

Recent and new releases in a playlist that crosses borders--whether cultural or musical--with a special focus on jazz renditions of popular music (from Dylan to Radiohead to Pavement).Happy listening!Playlist Ben Allison “Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" 0:00 Florian Pellissier Quintet “The Movie Critic" Pacifiques Biches (Hot Casa) 0:16 ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Sharon Minemoto, Sean Imboden, Eliane Elias, Arturo Sandoval and more

by Benjamin Boddie
May 14, 2026

Today's Music--Right Now! Fantastic music by Sharon Minemoto, Sean Imboden Large Ensemble, Tumbao Bravo With Paul Vornhagen, Eliane Elias, Arturo Sandoval, Ray Obiedo, Paul Silbergleit Trio, Brian Lynch, Ben Markley Big Band, Peter Erskine, Barry Greene, Steve Kovalcheck, Arvind Ramdas Marcus Golhabel, Mark Winkler, Eli Howell, Nat Reeves, Faye Carol, Pat Bianchi, Mike Clement, Pete Mills, ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Jazz Classics from Jackie McLean, Horace Silver and Others; Currents from Jacques Lesure, Billy Childs, and More

by David W. Daniels
May 12, 2026

Artists as described in title. Plus classics from Art Blakey, Gerald Wilson, Art Pepper, and more. Additional new music from Roy Hargrove, Brian Lynch, and a re-release from Dianne Reeves. Finally, birthday recognition for Ron Carter, Mary Lou Williams, Dennis Chambers, and others.Playlist Don Friedman “You Stepped Out Of A Dream" from Dreams And ...