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Songs & Stories — 326 episodes

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Aaron Diehl Finds the Space Between

2

Lynne Arriale Brings Her Trio to Oakland

3

Instant Alter Brings Future Fusion to SFJAZZ

4

Ben Wendel on Improvisation and Yoshi’s

5

T.K. Blue Brings Randy Weston's African Rhythms to SFJAZZ

6

August Lee Stevens at the Lab

7

Vince Wilburn Jr. on Miles Davis, SFJAZZ, and the Miles Electric Band

8

Monty Alexander Hears One Word: Music

9

Lakecia Benjamin Keeps the Flame Burnin’

10

Lenny White On Miles Davis's Lessons

11

Eddie Henderson Carries Miles Davis Forward

12

Javon Jackson: From Dylan’s Poetry to Miles’ Precision

13

Flying High, Still Soaring: A Celebration of Jazz's Leading Ladies

14

From Sideman to Spotlight: Roger Glenn's 50-Year Journey to "My Latin Heart"

15

Jack West on Innovation, Invention, and the “Acoustic Spank"

16

Lisa Mezzacappa and the Art of "Tight Looseness"

17

Sarah McKenzie: A Love Letter to San Francisco

18

Omar Sosa: "SFJAZZ is the Best Place on the Planet to Play Jazz"

19

Oscar Peñas: From Barcelona to Brooklyn – A Journey Through Jazz, Tradition, and Spontaneity

20

Tyreek McDole: Jazz's Rising Voice on "Open Up Your Senses" and SFJAZZ Shows

21

Cleo Reed on Ancestry, Hustlin', and Reimagining Black Folk Tradition

22

Delfeayo Marsalis on Street Rhythms and the Spirit of Mardi Gras

23

Inside Trio Grande's Genre-Defying Sound

24

Greg Rahn: From Silicon Valley to Side Hustle

25

Greg Osby on Minimalism, Mentorship, and the Evolution of Modern Jazz

26

Simon Phillips on Protocol, Precision, and the Power of the Hang

27

Michael League's Musical Universe Unleashed

28

From Hendrix to Henderson: Marcus Machado's Black Psychedelic Funk Journey

29

Braxton Cook's Collaborative Evolution

30

Ten Strings, Infinite Possibilities: Hamilton de Holanda's Choro Revolution

31

Chico Pinheiro & Vinicius Cantuária: Brazilian Guitar Dialogues

32

Taylor Eigsti Comes Home, Carrying the Fire Forward

33

Echoes & Inspirations: Melissa Aldana’s Jazz Journey

34

Sasha Berliner at SFJAZZ: A Homecoming That Charts the Future of the Vibraphone

35

Adam Shulman: A Charlie Brown Christmas & Beyond

36

Michael Mayo: Grammy Nominations, "Fly" (Deluxe), and the Architecture of Voice

37

Sachal Vasandani: Best Life Now, Stripped Back

38

The Klezmatics: 40 Years of Revolutionary Joy

39

Anat Cohen’s Musical Evolution & 50th Birthday Celebration

40

Mads Tolling: Nordic Folklore Meets American Jazz

41

Stefon Harris on Soul, Sound, and Harmony in Motion

42

Ben Folds on Keeping Art Alive and SFJAZZ holiday shows

43

Three Visitors Trio Debuts New Album

44

Sarah Wilson Brings Incandescence to Berkeley

45

RJAM: New Visions at the Lab

46

SFJAZZ Collective: Native Dancer Preview

47

Gerald Albright: Groove, Melody, Momentum Ahead

48

Caity Gyorgy Brings Strings to Swing

49

Las Cafeteras’ Night of Living Memory

50

Between Soul and Swing: Nicolas Bearde’s Jarreau, Alive and In Motion

51

Freedom, Community, and Jazz: KCSM’s 60 Years on the Air

52

Amaro Freitas on Enchantment, Ancestry, and the Future of Solo Piano

53

Lines in Motion: Nicole McCabe’s Groove-Driven Improvisation

54

Ivan Neville on Dumpstaphunk’s Groove for a Divided Time

55

Martha Redbone Brings Congregational Soul to Miner Auditorium

56

Two Voices, One Room: Hervey & Mason Reframe Monk at SFJAZZ

57

Threading Folk and Jazz: Becca Stevens’ Quiet Fire

58

Idris Ackamoor: Building a Future You Can Dance To

59

Yilian Cañizares on Roots, Ritual, and the Road to Vitamina Y

60

Bach, Bebop & Bay Area: Paquito D'Rivera’s Jazz Odyssey

61

Lineage, Lift-Off: Sarah Hanahan’s Alto Speaks in the Present Tense

62

An Evening with Andy Summers: Sound, Vision, and Stories in Real Time

63

Arturo O’Farrill: “The Arts Belong to the People”

64

OKAN: Joy as Resistance, Rhythm as Home

65

Dominique Fils-Aimé: Jazz as Freedom, Healing, and Connection

66

LabRats at SFJAZZ: Groove Experiments and the Mwandishi Connection

67

Lady Day Reimagined: Stella Heath’s Jazz Story

68

ELEW: From Camden to ELEW Plays Sting at SFJAZZ

69

Anthony Wilson on House of the Singing Blossoms (Live Nonet)

70

Silverset Shines with New Single 'Akamea' and Upcoming EP Rollout

71

Songs of Solitude and Harmony: The Wildwoods Bring Nebraska to the Bay

72

San Francisco Jazz Festival Coming June 13-15

73

Lakecia Benjamin: The Jazz Trailblazer Redefining the Live Experience

74

Jamie Baum: Redefining Jazz with Poetry and Global Sounds

75

Sam Lucid of Dogs in a Pile Talks New Music, Touring Adventures, and Bay Area Vibes

76

Karen y Los Remedios: Redefining Cumbia with a Modern Twist

77

Inside the Sonic Apocalypse: Lana Del Rabies Takes Us Beyond the Noise

78

Mads Tolling: Jazz Collaborations and Classics Reimagined

79

Derek Gripper and Ballaké Sissoko: Strings in Perfect Harmony

80

Richard Bona: Exploring Roots, Freedom, and Global Sounds

81

Nyte Skye: Dream-Pop Roots and Family Harmony

82

Emilio Castillo on Tower of Power’s Timeless Christmas Groove

83

Vienna Teng: Crafting Musical Mashups and Inspiring Change

84

Sean Hayes on his latest album, ‘Be Like Water’

85

The Third Mind: Improvised Freedom and Psychedelic Soundscapes

86

Free Creatures: Genre-Blending Beats and Holiday Cheer

87

Crying Uncle: Revolutionizing the Bluegrass Scene

88

Jennifer Greer on her latest album, ‘Speaking with Ghosts’

89

Noah Sierota on Echosmith’s Musical Evolution

90

Mike Stern: The Story Behind 'Echoes and Other Songs'

91

Carolyn Kendrick on her latest album, ‘Each Machine’

92

Strings That Inspire: Inside the World of the Abeo Quartet

93

Laurie Lewis: Deep Roots, New Growth, and the Stories Behind The Album ‘Trees'

94

Jimmie Herrod: Redefining Vocal Brilliance and Artistic Excellence

95

Marina Crouse: Honoring Jazz Legends and Keeping the Music Alive

96

Peter Bradley Adams: The Soulful Journey of an Americana Songwriter

97

Exploring ‘Headland’: Eric McDonald on Kalos’ Musical Journey

98

Jeffrey Martin, on his new album, 'Thank God We Left the Garden'

99

Yellowwood Junction: From 90s Beginnings to Modern-Day Resonance

100

David Noble on Wreckless Strangers’ new EP, ‘Blue Sky Fantasy’

101

Jonatha Brooke on Creative Freedom and Life in Music

102

Lebo's Gems & Jams: The Story Behind the Music

103

From Screenwriting to Soulful Ballads: A Conversation with Joshua Radin

104

Tae & The Neighborly’s debut album ‘Self Help’: a unique blend of Soul-Pop

105

Brass Roots, Funky Futures: Keith Frazier of Rebirth Brass Band

106

Ben Sollee on his latest album, ‘Long Haul'

107

Groove, Soul, and Connection: Darryl Anders of AgapéSoul

108

Pearl Charles: Blending Genres and Gearing Up for Desert Queen album

109

Jeffrey Foucault, on his latest album, ‘The Universal Fire'

110

Free-Range Folk and Harmonies: A Conversation with Megan McLaughlin of The Musers

111

Kellen Coffis on the new album, ‘Kaw-fis Bruth-urs’

112

Beeson Unveils the Heartfelt Stories Behind Her Songs

113

Brian Moss of Spafford on Jams, Guitars, and Fan-Fueled Shows

114

Dead Set on Jammin’: Guitarist Nick Swift and the Magic of Bearly Dead

115

The Smooth Jazz Alley: A Fresh Take on Contemporary Jazz Fusion

116

Ron Artis II: Crafting Soulful Stories Through Music, Connection, and Truth

117

The Young Dubliners: 30 Years of Celtic Rock and Still Driving Forward!

118

Brett Dennen’s Soulful Ride: Turning Life’s Struggles into Feel-Good Music

119

Robbie Fulks Reflects on a Storied Career in Americana and Bluegrass

120

The Philharmonik Talks NPR Win and New Music

121

Badi Assad: Strings, Strength, and Soul

122

Jenny Scheinman: Jazz, Americana, and Finding Inspiration on the Lost Coast

123

Ukulele Virtuoso Feng E Prepares for First U.S. Tour

124

Echoes of Pink Floyd: Pete Floyd Revives the Legendary Sound in Sonoma

125

Steve Perry Explores Cherry Poppin’ Daddies' Musical Evolution

126

Behind the Strings: A Conversation with Julie Gussaroff of The Sweet Lilies

127

Blues Beyond Borders: A Chat with Tommy Castro

128

Backstage Sonoma Podcast Trailer

129

Jeffrey Halford: A unique blend of rock & roll, country soul, and blues

130

Megan Slankard, on her inspirations, career experiences, and current album

131

Two Lions Band on their new film and album, ‘Golden Thread’

132

Judy Collins: Exclusive 2024 Tour Interview

133

Roots & Rockabilly: Marti Brom on Music, Life, and Legacy

134

Groove Master Oz Noy: How a Guitar Virtuoso Blends Funk, Jazz, and Blues into a Unique Musical Landscape

135

From Idol to Indie: Kris Allen Talks Creative Journey and the Making of His New Album, ‘Pole Vaulter’

136

The Dynamic Energy of SUSU: Behind the Scenes with Liza Colby and Kia Warren

137

Cellist Natalie Haas on her musical journey and album ‘Haas’

138

A Conversation with Marty O'Reilly on His Musical Journey and Inspirations

139

The T Sisters on their new EP, ‘Sheroes’

140

Jon Chi on his album, ‘River of Marigolds,’ and songwriting process

141

The Verve Pipe’s Brian Vander Ark, on their next album, ‘Reconciled’

142

Adam Hawley on his new album, ‘Unstoppable,’ and tour

143

Junior Brown on his new album and career highlights

144

Mark Karan’s history with the Grateful Dead family and new album

145

Musician Jesse Brewster on his creative process and life experiences

146

Tracorum on their upcoming album, ‘Thin Wire'

147

The Humidors on their latest EP, ‘Show Me’

148

Jazz Mafia's Grateful Brass Jerry Garcia Birthday Celebration

149

Colbie Caillat reflects on career and new album, ‘Along the Way’

150

Matt Lowell on Lo Moon's new album, ‘I Wish You Way More Than Luck’

151

Noah Guthrie, on touring and new single, ‘Carry It Well’

152

Color Green on their latest album, 'Fools Parade'

153

Rachel Garlin On Her Album The Ballad of Madelyne & Therese

154

Tom Rigney: On His Career And New Projects

155

Say Aloha To Kanekoa

156

Doodlebug From Digable Planets

157

Leslie Mendelson On Her New Album And Tour

158

Jim “Kimo” West on slack key guitar

159

Paul Kamm discusses Achilles Wheel

160

Stephen Dunne and Dana Moret From Cold Blood

161

Meet jazz drummer Jon Krosnick

162

Meet 19-year-old guitar virtuoso Asher Belsky

163

Spike Sikes: a slow burn of blues, jazz, and soul

164

The quirky mix of Lolo and Pops

165

Ariana Arbitter co-founder of Sonoma Sounds

166

Meet multi-talented Brian Byrnes

167

Ralph Woodson’s Jimi Hendrix tribute

168

Clementine Moss on Zepparella

169

Jocelyn Medina Coming To Dazzle March 6

170

Singer Linda Theus-Lee Is Coming To Dazzle March 17

171

Jason Klobnak on J's Ruckus

172

Interview: Tierney Sutton and Tamir Hendelman

173

Don Chicharrón Coming To Dazzle

174

Honoring Eddie Henderson

175

Jazz Music In Denver

176

Dave Hanson's Upcoming Dazzle Shows

177

Nelson Rangell is a true artist!

178

Meet Jazz Trumpeter Sean Applebee

179

Joe Farnsworth: Straight From The Soul

180

Emmet Cohen on his current tour and latest release

181

Meet Sofia Avery of Tansy Wine

182

Meet Shane Dähler of Daruma

183

Meet Craig Northup II from iies.

184

Alex Heffron Interview

185

Jacob Larson Interview

186

Adam Bodine Interview

187

Mike Marlier and Eric Gunnison Interview

188

Max Bessesen Interview

189

Lynn Skinner Interview

190

Elias Earl Interview

191

Koki Renwick Interview

192

Interview with Guitarist J.J. Murphy

193

Lauren Frihauf Interview and Album Preview

194

Art Lande and Sam Williams Interview

195

Ronnie Foster Interview

196

Interview With Denver Jazz Pianist Justin Adams

197

Theon Cross Interview

198

Interview With Bandleader Reid Poole

199

Interview With Guitarist Steve Langemo

200

Interview With Jazz Pianist Andy Nevala

201

Milquetoast & Co’s James McAndrew

202

Interview With Tyler Trepp

203

Interview With Jazz Pianist Jack Dunlevie

204

Interview with 5x Grammy nominated Djembist Weedie Braimah

205

Interview With Jazz Musician Joe Anderies

206

Interview with Saxophonist Will Swindler

207

Interview With Tenor Saxophonist Taylor Clay

208

Interview With Jazz Bassist Matt Smiley

209

Interview With Neil & Karen Lee Bridge

210

Purnell Steen’s Birthday Tribute For Charles Burrell

211

Interview With Jazz Trumpeter Greg Gisbert

212

Interview with Sheryl McCallum and David Nehls From The Legend Of Ruth Brown

213

Interview With Jazz Singer MaryLynn Gillaspie

214

Interview With Jazz Pianist Spencer Zweifel

215

Interviews with Rob Mullins, Jesse Ogle, and Sarah Mount

216

Talking Story with Ei Nei

217

Talking Story with Brother Noland and Michael Paulo

218

Talking Story with Pianist Dymtro Choni

219

Talking Story with Guitarist Bill Kirchen

220

Talking Story with the Actors From The London Stage

221

Talking Story with Alphabet Rockers Kaitlin McGraw and Tommy Shepherd

222

Talking Story with Marta Pereira da Costa

223

Talking Story with Conductor Brian Dollinger

224

Talking Story with guitarist Stanley Jordan

225

Talking Story with Harald Weinkum

226

25th Slack Key Guitar Fest Interviews

227

Talking Story with Augie T

228

Talking Story with Waipuna

229

Talking Story with Jon Woodhouse

230

Talking Story with Crossing Rain

231

Talking Story with Keola Beamer

232

Talking Story with Chris Murphy

233

Talking Story with Julia Keefe

234

Talking Story with Kanekoa

235

Talking Story with Justine Smith

236

Talking Story with the cast of Cabaret

237

Talking Story With Bruddah Waltah

238

"Hair" - Behind The Curtain

239

Orpheus: Behind the Curtain

240

Talking Story with Bob Margolin

241

Behind The Curtains: "As One"

242

Talking Story with Alexis Enyart

243

Talking Story with Hāwane Rios

244

Talking Story with Ronnie V

245

Talking Story with Joachim Cooder

246

Talking Story with Makana

247

Talking Story with Stanley Jordan

248

Talking Story with John Cruz

249

Talking Story with Joey Alexander

250

Talking Story with Robert Cazimero

251

Talking Story - Western Week Talent Show

252

Talking Story with Angel Prince

253

Talking Story with Taimane

254

Talking Story with The Spinners

255

Best of Kona Festival

256

Talk Story Time with Larry Reitzer

257

Talk Story Time with Nathan Aweau

258

Talk Story Time with Jacob Rajan

259

Talk Story Time with Julia Rhoads

260

Talking Story with Daniel Ulbricht

261

Talking Story with the Romero Quartet

262

Talking Story with Natalie Ai Kamauu

263

Talking Story Aaron Goldberg

264

Talking Story with Jason Cutthroat

265

Talking Story With Alpin Hong

266

Talking Story with Kalani Pe'a

267

Talking Story with Jake Shimabukuro

268

Talking Story with Mister Peanut Butter

269

Talking Story with Beat-Lele

270

Talking Story with Gregg Karukas

271

Song Circle 3

272

Talking Story with Josh Tatofi

273

Rocky Horror Show in Hilo

274

Talking Story With Kailee Spark

275

Talking Story with Terrapin Station

276

Talking Story with Brad Bordessa

277

Talking Story with Charles Michael Brotman

278

Talking Story With Scott Reagan

279

Talking Story with Dagan Bernstein

280

Talking Story with Jesse Snyder

281

Talking Story with Honey Jar

282

Talking Story With Grammy Winning Musician John Cruz

283

Lorenzo's Army Livestream Dance Party

284

Kimberly June - Just KJ

285

Talking Story with Chase and Carl Kauhane

286

Elizabeth Sekona Robinson

287

Gary Washburn

288

Talking Story with Sarah Bethany & Michael Surprenant

289

Talking Story with Ryan "Higgs" Higgins

290

Talking Story with RJ Kaneao

291

Talking Story With Dirty Cello's Rebecca Roudman

292

The Big Island Beat Podcast: Talking Story With Makana

293

Talking Story with Musical Director Trever Veilleux

294

Talking Story with Guitarist Tomi Isobe

295

The Friday Edition Podcast: John Burnett's Top Five Tunes

296

The Friday Edition - November 27: Kalani Peʻa

297

Talking Story with Kainani Kahaunaele

298

Talking Story with Ydine

299

Talking Story with The Kona Rogues

300

The Friday Edition: November 20

301

Talking Story with Blayne Asing

302

The Friday Edition: November 13

303

The Friday Edition: November 6

304

Talking Story with Indi Folk Singer Jacy James Anderson

305

Talking Story with singer Shallon Toré

306

Talking Story With Guitarist Chris Stark

307

Guitarist Lauren Elle Broido

308

Rising Reggae Star Lopaka Rootz

309

Broadway icon - Bronson Norris Murphy

310

Bub Pratt

311

Folk Music Icon Tom Paxton

312

Lightnin' Larry Dupio

313

Brandon Nakano Discusses "Our Kuleana"

314

Lani Park

315

The Kahilu Theatre Looks Forward

316

Mark Yamanaka

317

Don May

318

Hāwane Rios (Bonus Episode)

319

Jaz Kaiwiko'o

320

El Sancho

321

The Average Joes

322

K.O.A. (Kauz of Affliction)

323

Brother Noland

324

Robert Savery

325

Bending Elbows

326

Music From an Empty Palace