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Charles Earland
48,064 listeners
Charles Earland (24 May 1941–11 December 1999) was an American jazz composer, organist, and saxophonist. Earland was born in Philadelphia, … read moreCharles Earland (24 May 1941–11 December 1999) was an American jazz composer, organist, and saxophonist. Earland was born in Philadelphia, and learnt to play the saxophone at high school. He played tenor with Jimmy McGriff at the age of … read moreCharles Earland (24 May 1941–11 December 1999) was an American jazz composer, organist, and saxophonist. Earland was born in Philadelphia, and learnt to play the saxophone at high school. He played tenor with Jimmy McGriff at the age of seventeen, and in 1960 started his first group. He started p… read more -
Randy Crawford & Joe Sample
10,754 listeners
Randy Crawford and Joe Sample first worked together in 1979 in the chart-topping Crusaders hit, Street Life. The two have reunited multiple… read moreRandy Crawford and Joe Sample first worked together in 1979 in the chart-topping Crusaders hit, Street Life. The two have reunited multiple occasions, the most recent being their 2008 album, No Regrets. View wikiRandy Crawford and Joe Sample first worked together in 1979 in the chart-topping Crusaders hit, Street Life. The two have reunited multiple occasions, the most recent being their 2008 album, No Regrets. View wiki -
Gary Burton
150,029 listeners
Gary Burton (born on 23 January 1943 in Anderson, Indiana) is a jazz vibraphone player, known for developing the innovative technique of pl… read moreGary Burton (born on 23 January 1943 in Anderson, Indiana) is a jazz vibraphone player, known for developing the innovative technique of playing the instrument with four mallets, rather than the usual two. He studied with Herb Pomeroy at… read moreGary Burton (born on 23 January 1943 in Anderson, Indiana) is a jazz vibraphone player, known for developing the innovative technique of playing the instrument with four mallets, rather than the usual two. He studied with Herb Pomeroy at the Berklee College of Music, where he met the composer and… read more -
Karrin Allyson
142,735 listeners
Karrin Allyson is a Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist on Concord Records. Allyson projects an instantly recognizable tonal personality, illuminating hidden layers of emotion within songs that are drawn from a vast well of styles and genres—from the blues, contemporary pop, and the Great American Son… read more -
Alphonse Mouzon
47,919 listeners
Alphonse Mouzon was an American jazz drummer who first came to the public eye in the 60s working with McCoy Tyner. He was later a founding … read moreAlphonse Mouzon was an American jazz drummer who first came to the public eye in the 60s working with McCoy Tyner. He was later a founding member of Weather Report, then went on to a solo career, specializing during the 70s in funky jazz… read moreAlphonse Mouzon was an American jazz drummer who first came to the public eye in the 60s working with McCoy Tyner. He was later a founding member of Weather Report, then went on to a solo career, specializing during the 70s in funky jazz fusion. He has also appeared on recordings and live with su… read more -
Lettuce
175,304 listeners
Lettuce is an American funk band formed in 1992. Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff: guitar Erick “Jesus” Coomes: bass Ryan Zoidis: alto, baritone an… read moreLettuce is an American funk band formed in 1992. Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff: guitar Erick “Jesus” Coomes: bass Ryan Zoidis: alto, baritone and tenor sax, Korg X-911 Eric “Benny” Bloom: trumpet, horns Nigel Hall: vocals, Hammond B-3, Rhodes… read moreLettuce is an American funk band formed in 1992. Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff: guitar Erick “Jesus” Coomes: bass Ryan Zoidis: alto, baritone and tenor sax, Korg X-911 Eric “Benny” Bloom: trumpet, horns Nigel Hall: vocals, Hammond B-3, Rhodes, clavinet, keyboards Adam Deitch: drums, percussion View wiki -
Vijay Iyer
54,787 listeners
Grammy-nominated composer-pianist Vijay Iyer (pronounced “VID-jay EYE-yer”) was described by Pitchfork as "one of the most interesting… read moreGrammy-nominated composer-pianist Vijay Iyer (pronounced “VID-jay EYE-yer”) was described by Pitchfork as "one of the most interesting and vital young pianists in jazz today," by the Los Angeles Weekly as “a boundless and deepl… read moreGrammy-nominated composer-pianist Vijay Iyer (pronounced “VID-jay EYE-yer”) was described by Pitchfork as "one of the most interesting and vital young pianists in jazz today," by the Los Angeles Weekly as “a boundless and deeply important young star,” and by Minnesota Public Radio as “a… read more -
Smooth Jazz All Stars
65,875 listeners
A nice collection of well known contemporary songs played with a rich sax, comfortable bass, keyboard, and drums. May be the perfect fusion… read moreA nice collection of well known contemporary songs played with a rich sax, comfortable bass, keyboard, and drums. May be the perfect fusion of contemporary music and jazz. View wikiA nice collection of well known contemporary songs played with a rich sax, comfortable bass, keyboard, and drums. May be the perfect fusion of contemporary music and jazz. View wiki -
Kenny Garrett
131,722 listeners
Kenny Garrett is a jazz saxophonist. He was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1960. His father was a tenor saxophonist. Kenny's career took… read moreKenny Garrett is a jazz saxophonist. He was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1960. His father was a tenor saxophonist. Kenny's career took off when he joined the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1978, then led by Duke's son, Mercer Elli… read moreKenny Garrett is a jazz saxophonist. He was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1960. His father was a tenor saxophonist. Kenny's career took off when he joined the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1978, then led by Duke's son, Mercer Ellington. Three years later he played in the Mel Lewis Orchestr… read more -
Buster Williams
5,974 listeners
Buster Williams (b. 1942 is a U.S. jazz bassist. Born Charles Anthony Williams Jr in Camden, New Jersey, USA on the 17th April 1942, his mo… read moreBuster Williams (b. 1942 is a U.S. jazz bassist. Born Charles Anthony Williams Jr in Camden, New Jersey, USA on the 17th April 1942, his mother was a seamstress and his father was a bassist, and worked various day jobs to support his f… read moreBuster Williams (b. 1942 is a U.S. jazz bassist. Born Charles Anthony Williams Jr in Camden, New Jersey, USA on the 17th April 1942, his mother was a seamstress and his father was a bassist, and worked various day jobs to support his family. In 1959 he began working with Jimmy Heath whose quart… read more