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KNKX Studio Sessions

KNKX Public Radio
Jazz
Seattle
Jazz Music
Jazz Alley
Blues
Music Education
Music
R&B
Gospel Music
Ghost Note
Blind Boys Of Alabama
Soul Music
Olympia Funk Festival
University Of Puget Sound
Tango Music
Music Community
Funk
Electronic Music
Improbable Solutions
Hip Hop

KNKX Studio Sessions are recorded and produced live in our Seattle studios, featuring today’s finest jazz and blues musicians. These sessions are made possible by the support of KNKX’s dedicated community of listeners.

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Just a few weeks before graduation, four talented seniors with the jazz band at the Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences strode confidently into the KNKX Seattle studios to perform.

Sebastian Huang (piano, keys, vocals), Zach Fringer (guitar), Tramm... more

Martin Taylor and Bruce Forman brought their musical camaraderie to the KNKX studios for a wonderful session featuring their guitars in swinging conversation.

Each musician's accent places them on opposite sides of the world. Taylor is an Englishman... more

Pianist Lynne Arriale is a master of making her audience feel something when she plays. For more than 30 years, Arriale has explored the emotional possibilities of the piano trio.

“Emotion through sound, that’s a very, very deep subject,” she said. more

Fantastic Negrito’s life has been a series of reinventions.

In the '90s, he signed a multimillion-dollar deal with Interscope Records as the R&B singer Xavier. He then was in a near-fatal car wreck that crippled his right hand and left him in a coma... more

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Martin Taylor
Jazz guitarist, leading fingerstyle guitarist in jazz
Self-directed/Jazz musician
Episode: Two guitar masters trade stories and songs in playful studio session
Bruce Forman
Jazz guitarist, hosts podcasts and teaches
Self-directed/Jazz musician
Episode: Two guitar masters trade stories and songs in playful studio session
Lynne Arriale
Pianist and jazz musician
Lynne Arriale Trio
Episode: Pianist Lynne Arriale makes emotional return to KNKX studios
Fantastic Negrito
Blues musician known for reinventions and the Tiny Desk Contest winner
Episode: The incredible reinvention of modern bluesman Fantastic Negrito
Eric Jacobson
Trumpet player, member of Affinity Trio
Affinity Trio / Origin Records
Episode: The Affinity Trio share their musical friendship with KNKX
Pamela York
Pianist, member of Affinity Trio
Affinity Trio / Origin Records
Episode: The Affinity Trio share their musical friendship with KNKX
Clay Schaub
Bass player, member of Affinity Trio
Affinity Trio / Origin Records
Episode: The Affinity Trio share their musical friendship with KNKX
Sunny War
Singer-songwriter and guitarist
New West Records (signed artist)
Episode: Sunny War brings distinctive blues fusion to KNKX Studios
Alune Wade
Senegalese bassist, vocalist, and bandleader
Self
Episode: Alune Wade studio session highlights New Orleans-West African connections

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Abe Beeson
Host of KNKX Studio Sessions; longtime KNKX presenter with deep ties to the Seattle jazz scene.

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3.8 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Awesome!

    Great when you can’t listen live and hear the Studio session.

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    United States8 years ago

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Insightful studio performances with strong guest musicality.
Authentic, warm vibe; great for listeners who miss live jazz sessions.
High-caliber guests and intimate conversations; good for music fans.

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Pianist Lynne Arriale makes emotional return to KNKX studios
Q: Tell me about this trio and how the chemistry changes when you play with new musicians.
There's a natural ESP that forms when you tune into each other; new players bring fresh energy and ideas, and although we all have the leads, the interpretation becomes a collaborative, evolving conversation that can shift the music in exciting ways.
The incredible reinvention of modern bluesman Fantastic Negrito
Q: And since we are a blues radio program, I want to ask you about the blues and how you found your way to it.
He describes the blues as a constant presence in America and a force that connects people across experiences, with his discovery rooted in family stories and cultural background, ultimately shaping his artistic identity.
Sunny War brings distinctive blues fusion to KNKX Studios
Q: So, when you started out as a teenager busking, what songs were you playing then?
She played a mix of Johnny Cash and Bob Marley, with a few Tracy Chapman tunes, choosing songs that drew tips and connected with the audience.
Funk-jazz McTuff exhibits groove communication in the KNKX studios
Q: Could you describe a typical Tuesday at the Sea Monster Lounge for us?
McTuff plays late night shows that attract college students and young horn players, creating a lively and communal atmosphere.
Woodwindist Kate Olson steps out as a bandleader with 'So It Goes'
Q: Did that make the recording process easy?
Olson and her quartet had been working with the material for about a year, making the recording process seamless.

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Studio sessions spotlight the jazz and blues worlds through intimate, live performances and conversational interviews. Episodes frequently feature renowned guitarists, pianists, and ensembles, exploring collaboration, improvisation, and musical lineage, often tying in regional scenes from Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. A standout throughline is the emphasis on listening, trust, and the human side of making music, from drummerless formats to cross-genre explorations and personal journeys that shape a musician's sound. The format is studio-forward, authentic, and performance-rich, making it appealing to listeners who crave technical insight, storytelling, and high-caliber performances from contemporary jazz and blues artists.

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1. Martin Taylor
2. Bruce Forman
3. Lynne Arriale
4. Fantastic Negrito
5. Eric Jacobson
6. Pamela York
7. Clay Schaub
8. Sunny War

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