"8:30...A Jazz Podcast”: The name of the podcast "8:30” comes from the Grammy Award winning album by the legendary Jazz Super Group Weather Report, that defined Jazz Fusion music back in the early 70’s & 80’s. With Joe Zawinul on Keyboards, Wayne Shorter on Saxophones, Jaco Pastorius on Bass, and Peter Erskine on Drums, Weather Report set a high standard of excellence throughout the Jazz World. With your podcast hosts, DJ’s Herman “Hollywood” Dawkins and Ray The Jazz Man, these two Jazz Musi ...
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #69 guitarist Earl Klugh
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This week on the 8:30 Podcast, Herman Hollywood Dawkins and Ray The Jazzman dive into the smooth, melodic world of legendary guitarist Earl Klugh. They explore how Klugh’s signature blend of jazz, pop, and classical influences reshaped contemporary guitar music and continues to inspire players today. Tune in as the duo shares stories, insights, and…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #68 bassist Charles Mingus
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Charles Mingus was a visionary bassist and composer whose music fused fiery emotion with intricate, unexpected structures. His work pushed jazz forward by blending hard-driving swing, blues, classical influences, and fearless improvisation into something unmistakably his own. Mingus’s genius lies in how boldly he challenged tradition while creating…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #67 guitarist Wes Montgomery
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This week on the 8:30 A Jazz Podcast, we’re shining the spotlight on legendary jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery. Known for his warm tone and signature thumb-picking style, Montgomery redefined jazz guitar with hits like “Four on Six” and “West Coast Blues.” His soulful phrasing and innovative approach continue to inspire generations of musicians, prov…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #66 Jazz Rock Fusion.
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Jazz-Rock Fusion emerged in the late 1960s and early '70s, blending the improvisational elements of jazz with the energy and rhythms of rock music. Pioneered by artists like Miles Davis with Bitches Brew and bands such as Weather Report and Mahavishnu Orchestra, it introduced complex time signatures, electric instruments, and experimental soundscap…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #65 pianist Bob James
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On this episode of the 8:30 Jazz Podcast, we dive into the groundbreaking career of Bob James, a pioneering jazz pianist, composer, and arranger whose influence spans over five decades. Known for his fusion of jazz with elements of R&B and pop, James helped shape the sound of contemporary jazz, with hits like "Nautilus" becoming iconic in the genre…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #64 The Great Bill Evans
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Bill Evans was an influential American jazz pianist known for his innovative harmonic language and lyrical improvisation. A master of modal jazz, he played a key role in shaping the sound of the Miles Davis sextet on Kind of Blue and went on to lead his own groundbreaking trios. His intimate, introspective style continues to inspire pianists and ja…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #63 Blue Note Records Tone Poet Series pt.2
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In this continuing episode the 8:30 crew is celebrating more from the Blue Note Records catalog of sought-after classics matered by Kevin Gray and produced by Joe Harley from the original analog mater tapes. Each record features classic artwork and stunning Francis Wolff photography on deluxe gatefold jackets. Along with the legendary engineering f…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #62 Blue Note Records Tone Poet Series pt.1
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In this episode the 8:30 crew will be examining the Blue Note Tone Poet Jazz Series is a prestigious collection of jazz albums, celebrating the genre's rich legacy with meticulously remastered vinyl releases. Curated by the renowned Blue Note Records, this series showcases iconic recordings from legendary artists such as John Coltrane, Wayne Shorte…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #61 The Crusaders pt.2
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The Jazz Crusaders were a pioneering American jazz group formed in the early 1960s, known for blending hard bop with soul, R&B, and later, funk influences. Featuring key members like Wayne Henderson on trombone, Joe Sample on piano, Wilton Felder on saxophone and Larry Carlton on guitar, the group created a signature sound with their unique front-l…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #60 The Jazz Crusaders
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The Jazz Crusaders were a pioneering American jazz group formed in the early 1960s, known for blending hard bop with soul, R&B, and later, funk influences. Featuring key members like Wayne Henderson on trombone and Joe Sample on piano, the group created a signature sound with their unique front-line of trombone and tenor saxophone. Eventually short…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #59 Marcus Miller
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Marcus Miller is a renowned American bassist, saxophonist, keyboardist, composer, bandleader and producer known for his distinctive slap bass technique and genre-blending style. He has worked with legends like Miles Davis, Luther Vandross, and Herbie Hancock, contributing to some of the most iconic jazz, R&B, and fusion recordings and movie soundtr…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #58 Snarky Puppy
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Snarky Puppy is a genre-blending instrumental ensemble known for fusing elements of jazz, funk, R&B, and world music. Founded by bassist Michael League in 2004, the band has earned critical acclaim and multiple Grammy Awards for its innovative compositions and dynamic live performances. With a rotating lineup of top-tier musicians, Snarky Puppy has…
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8:30 Jazz Podcast #57 George Benson
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On this special jazz episode we look at the legendary music career of Mr. George Benson! an american guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for blending jazz with pop, R&B and soul. He gained widespread recognition with his album Breezin' in 1976, which featured the Grammy-winning hit "This Masquerade". With a smooth voice and virtuosic guitar sty…
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Bush bassist Corey Britz talks evolving as a musician, finding his groove, and staying grounded in a global spotlight in this episode of the Groove Podcast.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Jazz Episode # 56 Clare Fischer
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Clare Fischer (1928–2012) was a versatile American composer, arranger, and pianist whose career spanned jazz, classical, and pop music. He began his professional journey as a pianist and conductor for The Hi-Lo's, a vocal group, and gained early acclaim for his arrangements for Dizzy Gillespie's A Portrait of Duke Ellington. Over the decades, Fisch…
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Groove Podcast: Will Turpin on Collective Soul’s Legacy, Staying Creative, and Crafting Basslines That Last
Collective Soul’s Will Turpin breaks down his melodic bass style, life in the studio, and why the band is selling more tickets now than in the 90s.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #55 Carlos Santana
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Carlos Santana is a legendary Mexican-American guitarist known for blending rock, Latin music, blues, and jazz into a unique and influential sound. He founded the Santana band in the late 1960s, gaining fame with their electrifying performance at Woodstock and hits like “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va.” The band has seen various lineups over t…
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Duncan Coutts reflects on 30 years with Our Lady Peace, the art of restraint on bass, and how he learned to stop feeling like a guest in the band.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Jazz Podcast #54 organist Jimmy Smith
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Jimmy Smith was a pioneering American jazz organist, widely regarded for his mastery of the Hammond B-3 organ. He played a crucial role in popularizing the instrument in jazz, blending elements of blues, bebop, and gospel into a unique and soulful sound. With an innovative approach to rhythm and improvisation, Smith's influential recordings from th…
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8:30 Episode #53 Charlie Parker / Dizzy Gillespie
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Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie were pioneers of bebop, a jazz movement that revolutionized the genre in the 1940s. Parker's virtuosic saxophone playing, combined with Gillespie's innovative trumpet techniques, pushed the boundaries of harmony, rhythm, and improvisation, creating complex, fast-paced compositions that required a deep level of ski…
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Groove Podcast: Alphonso Johnson on Phil Collins, Weather Report, and the Humility Behind Great Playing
Legendary bassist Alphonso Johnson shares stories from Weather Report and Phil Collins—and the mindset that fuels a lifetime of great playing.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast Episode #52 Rudy Van Gelder
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Rudy Van Gelder was a renowned American recording engineer, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz music. Born on November 2, 1924, in Jersey City, New Jersey, he developed a passion for sound engineering at a young age, eventually leading him to set up his own recording studio in Hackensack, New Jersey, in 19…
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8:30 Episode #51 Season 2 "R&B Groups With Jazzy Instrumentals"
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In this episode your 8:30 Crew Herman Hollywood Dawkins and Ray The Jazzman explore the R&B side of Jazz with songs that are typically known as associated with R&B groups or acts. You will be able to hear how the music genres of Gospel, the Blues, and Rhythm and Blues all share something in common. Songs include : The Sound Table - Cameo Valdez In …
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The Year of the Cobra Sound: Amy Tung Barrysmith on Her "Rig of Doom" and More | Groove Podcast Ep. 123
Amy Tung Barrysmith shares how she crafts the massive Year of the Cobra sound, the secrets behind her "Rig of Doom," and more in this deep-dive podcast.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Episode #50 "A Super Special 50th Episode Celebration - Songs For Our Fathers"
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In this Exciting Super Special 2 hour 50th Episode from your 8:30 crew Herman Hollywood Dawkins and Ray The Jazzman, we are honoring our Dads. They are the ones who got us into Jazz, and in this Amazing Episode you will hear stories of Hollywood and The Jazzman growing up and listening to Jazz music! Songs include: Compared To What - Les McCann & E…
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Groove Podcast: Gord Sinclair on The Tragically Hip's Lost Songs, Legacy & the Stories Behind the Music
Gord Sinclair joins the Groove Podcast to discuss The Tragically Hip’s lost recordings, their legacy, the stories behind their iconic music, and more.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast, episode #49 Smooth Jazz.
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On the next jazz podcast, the 8:30 crew will dive into the music of smooth jazz artists who created the sounds that played on radio stations throughout the country. Smooth jazz is a mellow, melodic genre that blends elements of jazz, r&b and pop music. Known for its soothing rhythms and polished instrumentation, it often features saxophones, keyboa…
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast Episode: Jean-Luc Ponty
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Legendary Jean-Luc Ponty is a French jazz violinist and composer, renowned for his pioneering work in blending jazz improvisation with electronic music. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with a wide range of influential artists, including Frank Zappa, and has released numerous albums as a bandleader, pushing the boundaries of the violin in…
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8:30 Episode The Yellowjackets vs Spyro Gyra Pt.1
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The Yellowjackets and Spyro Gyra are both iconic jazz fusion bands that emerged in the late 1970s, but they represent distinct approaches to the genre. The Yellowjackets tend to blend complex harmonies and intricate rhythms with a more contemporary, experimental sound, often incorporating elements of funk and R&B into their music. In contrast, Spyr…
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Michael Manring joins Groove for Episode #121 to share his journey as a bass pioneer. From learning with Jaco Pastorius to redefining the instrument’s potential, this podcast dives into his innovations and stories.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 Episode #5 "The Lost Episode" (Off The Cuff)
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In this Amazing 8:30 Episode, The 8:30 crew are literally going right off the cuff, picking songs to play and listen to as we are recording the episode. This would have been 8:30 episode # 5, but we never released it, so we are calling this one…"THE LOST EPISODE”. It features Dexter Gordon, John Serry, Quincy Jones, Jacob Collier, Herbie Hancock, S…
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Brian Wheat has always been a storyteller, whether through his bass lines with Tesla or his lens as a photographer. Known as the bassist for the multi-platinum rock band Tesla, Brian’s career spans decades. He's our guest for this month's Groove Podcast.By Mitch Joel
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast - Episode #43 - Thelonious Monk
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In this episode of our jazz podcast, we dive deep into the genius of Thelonious Monk, one of the most innovative and influential pianists in jazz history. We explore Monk's unique approach to rhythm, melody, and improvisation, highlighting his groundbreaking compositions and the lasting impact they've had on the genre. Through engaging analysis and…
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8:30 A Jazz Podcast - Episode #42 - George Duke
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George Duke was a pioneering keyboardist, composer, and producer whose career spanned jazz, funk, and fusion, blending complex improvisation with accessible melodies. Known for his virtuosic skill on both electric and acoustic keyboards, Duke played with notable artists like Frank Zappa, Miles Davis, and Stanley Clarke, shaping the sound of the 197…
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