The Dr. Jazz Podcast

In this Episode, we conclude our spotlight on how the blues evolved in jazz music from 1960 - Present Day. Disclaimer: This podcast is lengthy, but worth the listen!

We are creating a 2-part spotlight focusing on the evolution of the blues within the jazz idiom. We are going back to the very roots of it all and tracing its development throught the history of recorded jazz. Yes, it's deep - but so are the blues - and it's worth it!

What exactly is "Rashoman Jazz"? The idea is taken from the Kurosawa film in which there are 4 different perspectives given to the same event. In jazz, many greats choose to approach similar material. What "Rashoman Jazz" does is present to you 4 different perspectives on the same song. YOU be the judge. Enjoy!

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!!! In this Episode, we conclude our 5-part spotlight to get you set up and ready for MARDI GRAS 2020! No interruptions - just desatively bonnaroo!

In this Episode, we take a special look at the life and music of Dr. John.

In this Episode, we are gettin' ready for Mardi Gras. This is part of the spotlight series leading up to Mardi Gras, and we are focusing on music from New Orleans Brass Bands. They are a storied tradition in New Orleans culture. Come jump in our Second Line, or start your own!

In this Episode, we are gettin' ready for Mardi Gras. This is part of the spotlight series leading up to Mardi Gras, and we are focusing on Zydeco music. Allon cher!

In this Episode, we kick off a 5-Episode spotlight to get you ready for MARDI GRAS! In this episode, we listen and discuss one of the most precious cultural aspects of New Orleans' musical culture: The Piano Players.

In this Episode, we take a look at and spotlight the vocal works of maverick-genius composer, John Zorn. Some of his works have words while others do not. We will hear from him regarding this (from past interviews) as well as some of his thoughts on writing, the English language, art and alchemy. This is not an episode to miss!!!

In this Episode, we take a look at music from the Big Bands. Some of the music you will hear will be classics while others are obscure diamonds in the rough. C'mon and join us and enjoy some swing music!

Jelly Roll Morton once said that all truly great jazz had to have that "Spanish Tinge" to it. In this episode, we will let you decide as we explore 21 tracks that are influenced by the musical richness from Spain. *Thank you to all my listeners in Spain!*

In this Episode it's a free for all! It's another edition of the Dr. Jazz Podcast's Jazz Grab Bag. You never know what you'll hear!

In this Episode, we take a look at Calypso music and how it came about. We listen to a wide variety of jazz that has been influenced by Calypso music and Calypso rhythms and how this particular hybrid makes many of the legends of jazz groove!

In this episode of The Dr. Jazz Podcast, we feature some terrific interplay between master improviser / composer John Zorn and a variety of his friends / improvisational sparring partners. No breaks, and straight through - this one is not to be missed for the Zorn-ophiles!

In this Episode, I share one of my musical obsessions - the music of John Zorn (in more ways than one). For this new series I will not only share my personal backstories with these 12 selections, but will also share my very own transcriptions of these compositions by John Zorn. They may not be perfect, but there's a lot of love and dedication towards these.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from The Dr. Jazz Podcast! If you’re tiring of the same old status quo of holiday tunes, don’t worry – the good doctor (Dr. Jazz) has your holiday prescription. These tunes are guaranteed to fill your heart with joy and help you shake yo’ thing! Merry Christmas!

Space...the Final Frontier. A long time ago...in a galaxy far, far away...there was jazz in the 1970s, and some of this great music was obsessed with space. Come check out the cosmic and galactic grooves with us!

In this Episode, we put a spotlight on one of the underrated geniuses in the jazz idiom: Rahsaan Roland Kirk. If you ain't hip - come enjoy some "Bright Moments" with us!

Welcome to a second helping of Yardbird: A Charlie Parker Thanksgiving! We are celebrating Bird for one of the biggest “bird” days in the year. In Part II of our “Bird” celebration, we will focus on various jazz artists who are “thankful” for Parker and their musical interpretations of Charlie Parker material. So be “Ool-Ya-Kool,” sit your “Oo-Pap-A-Da” down, and brace yourself for some “Oo-Bop-Sh...

Welcome to Yardbird: A Charlie Parker Thanksgiving! We are celebrating Bird for one of the biggest "bird" days in the year. Here you can fill yourself with a plethora of notes, brisk tempos, and all the ornithological references one can handle. So be "Ool-Ya-Kool," sit your "Oo-Pap-A-Da" down, and brace yourself for some "Oo-Bop-Sh-Bam." And don't forget to grab some "Shoo-Be-Doo-Be" on your way o...

In these two episodes, we spotlight a wide array of many great female jazz vocalists throughout the history of this great music. While we may not get to include every single important vocalist, we do our best to display a diverse podcast with hopes there is something you'll dig, and something you may have not heard before. Either way...Enjoy!

In these two episodes, we spotlight a wide array of many great female jazz vocalists throughout the history of this great music. While we may not get to include every single important vocalist, we do our best to display a diverse podcast with hopes there is something you'll dig, and something you may have not heard before. Either way...Enjoy!

In this Episode, we are not giving you a lot of talking. Intead, we are giving you a varied Jazz Halloween playlist for your upcoming Halloween festivities and ghoulish celebrations. Enjoy!

In this Episode, we get 21 varied jazz tracks from Dr. Jazz's Grande Grab Bag! You never know what you will hear in an episode like this!

In this Episode, we take a look at a source of inspiration for a lot of jazz music and jazz musicians: kids! children! little ones! We will hear quite a variety of great jazz that has drawn inspiration from kids.