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Irma Thomas is an acclaimed American singer known as the "Soul Queen of New Orleans," celebrated for her powerful voice and deep emotional delivery. Her enduring hits, including classics like "Ruler of My Heart" and "Time Is on My Side," have solidified her status as a pivotal figure in rhythm and blues.

Sérgio Mendes is pivotal to jazz for his innovative fusion of Brazilian rhythms with traditional jazz elements, which has broadened the genre's appeal and introduced new, vibrant sounds to global audiences.

Ron Carter is the most recorded jazz bassist in history, who has left an indelible mark on the genre through his innovative playing, extensive discography, and pivotal role in shaping the modern sound of jazz. Find the full interview with Ron Carter and the entire catalog of Sounds Visual Radio podcasts at  soundsvisualradio.com .

Eddy Senay, a guitarist renowned for his musical prowess,unveiled two exceptional and coveted rare groove albums underSussex Records during the early 1970s: "Hot Thang" and "StepBy Step." These records feature a rich collection of soulful,imaginative, and melodically infused jazz-funk instrumentals. Despite not achieving widespread recognition, Eddy's narrativeand musical creations are truly capti...

Don Randi is a versatile musician renowned for his skills as akeyboard player, bandleader, and songwriter. A pivotal figure inthe vibrant music scene of the 1960s and 1970s, Randi was avital member of the Wrecking Crew, a renowned collective ofLos Angeles-based session musicians highly sought after fortheir contributions to thousands of studio recordings, includingnumerous Top 40 hits. With a vers...

Dennis Coffey is a guitarist who has played on dozens of classic soul, funk, and R&B recordings, and whose 1971 single “Scorpio” became one of the most oft-sampled tracks of all-time.

On the latest episode of Jazz for Lunch, saxophonist  Nicole McCabe  stops by the KMHD studios to speak with host Alex Newman about all things jazz without boundaries. McCabe’s new album “ Mosaic ” featuring Julius Rodriguez and production from Jeff Parker, is out now.

On the latest episode of Jazz with Lunch, trumpeter Farnell Newton stops by the KMHD studios to speak with host Alex Newman about all things jazz without boundaries.

The Portland, Oregon band helped shape the sound for the 1970s by combining Jazz, RnB, Funk & Soul.

KMHD caught up with Herbie at his studio in LA to talk about his upcoming tour, including his performance in Oregon at McMenamin’s Grand Lodge on Sept. 19.

Jazz drummer, producer and artist Kassa Overall came to the KMHD studios and spoke about what the evolution of Jazz and Hip-hop may look like in the future.

Producer, songwriter and vocalist Madison McFerrin visited the KMHD studios and spoke with host Deena B about her artistic journey of creating her debut album, "I Hope You Can Forgive Me."

Ahead of his Portland Jazz Festival appearance in February 2014, Matt Fleeger interviewed Ahmad Jamal in the KMHD studios.

Deena Barnwell speaks with the Portland duo Brown Calculus, ahead of their 'The Expansion Archives' performance.

KMHD's Matt Fleeger, Program Director and host of New Jazz For Lunch on-air from noon-1 Monday-Thursday, talks with Makaya McCraven about his new mixtape with London's biggest jazz innovators, his upcoming show at the Forest For The Trees warehouse in Portland, and more.