JazzWatch Podcast and Blog

Ron Carter is a national treasure. His musical excellence has been a source of inspiration for many musicians and listeners t…

For well over 50 years, Bob Cranshaw’s blend of groove and swing have been part of the public consciousness. He’s recorded …

Pianist Harold Mabern is one of the true treasures of improvisational music. Born in Memphis, Tennessee and self taught …

Since his initial rise to prominence on the national music scene, Les McCann has been a vessel overflowing with creative expr…

Gerald Clayton has earned a unique place among the current generation of pianists and composers. He’s equally versed in the rich …

Pianist and composer Matthew Shipp is an original voice on the modern improvisational music scene. Having been in the ense…

Alto saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa’s recording “Bird Calls” isn’t a tribute, but rather a “devotion” to the energy…

Acclaimed drummer and composer Jack DeJohnette is a true master of rhythm. As one of the last distinct voices to emerge …

Jazzwatch is happy to present our extended conversation with drummer Damion Reid.  His unique blend of traditional and conte…

Most noted for his work with the groups Lettuce and Soulive, guitarist Eric Krasno has been touring the world since 1999 wit…

Guitarist Matthew Stevens is one of the most impressive voices on guitar to emerge on the international music scene in the …

Alto and soprano saxophonist Jaleel Shaw is a gifted band leader, educator and all-star sideman. Hearing Jaleel with the leg…

Guitarist Russell Malone’s commitment to melody, rhythm and harmony have earned him a unique place in improvisational mus…

NEA Jazz Master Lou Donaldson remains one of the foremost practitioners of swinging, feel-good groove music. He cut his teeth play…

As the newest protégé of acclaimed producer and composer Quincy Jones, pianist Justin Kauflin has traveled the world wowi…

Drummer, producer and educator Terri Lyne Carrington stays on the go. She tours the world with both her,  “Mosaic …

Dara Tucker has a voice that is equally memorable and refreshing. As she draws from gospel, singer-songwriter, soul and jazz…

It was a treat to catch the amazing and ever-evolving bassist and bandleader Christian McBride. As he continues to win…

Sullivan Joseph Fortner Jr. is a native New Orleanian who has already made a significant foray into the jazz world that…

In perhaps his most prolific period, John Coltrane was documented several times at his probing best in 1965. The master sa…