EPISODE · Jul 6, 2020 · 26 MIN
Episode #14: Chris McCarthy
from Improv Exchange Podcast · host Leander Young
Hot House Jazz Magazine described Chris McCarthy as “one of the most imaginative and impressive voices on the New York jazz scene.” Since arriving in New York City in 2016, McCarthy has made a name for himself as one of the scenes most in-demand young sidemen. He steps into the foreground as a bandleader with the release of his April 2020 Ropeadope debut, Still Time To Quit. In this episode, Chris shares his background, education, and musical journey. If you enjoyed this episode please make sure to subscribe, follow, rate, and/or review this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts etc. Connect with us on all social media platforms and at www.improvexchange.com
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Hot House Jazz Magazine described Chris McCarthy as “one of the most imaginative and impressive voices on the New York jazz scene.” Since arriving in New York City in 2016, McCarthy has made a name for himself as one of the scenes most in-demand young sidemen. He steps into the foreground as a bandleader with the release of his April 2020 Ropeadope debut, Still Time To Quit. In this episode, Chris shares his background, education, and musical journey. If you enjoyed this episode please make sure to subscribe, follow, rate, and/or review this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts etc. Connect with us on all social media platforms and at www.improvexchange.com
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