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NYC Radio Live is the podcast/archive of the musician and producer, David Ellenbogen. As broadcast on WKCR 89.9 FM-NY, it has featured over 300 live performances, interviews with musicians from over 40 countries, and conversations with great artists, directors, writers, and thinkers.

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Jeremiah Chiu
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Rickie McKinnie
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Salar Nader
Tabla performer, guest on show
Tabla artist, student of Zakir Hussain
Episode: Rakesh Chaurasia and Salar Nader
Rakesh Chaurasia
Bansuri player, guest on show
Banuri maestro, student of Hariprasad Chaurasia
Episode: Rakesh Chaurasia and Salar Nader
Judith Owen
Jazz singer, bandleader, podcaster, champion of women in music
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Episode: Judith Owen
Gamelan Dharma Swara
Balinese music and dance ensemble
Episode: Gamelan Dharma Swara Ragas Live Festival 2024
Danny Sugandu
Episode: Gamelan Dharma Swara Ragas Live Festival 2024
Stanley Jordan
Guitarist known for two-handed tapping and innovative technique
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David Ellenbogen
Host of NYC Radio Live, conducts interviews and curates live in-studio performances.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Nice Indian music

    Good source of indian classical carnatic music. I like it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClassicIndian
    United States13 years ago
  • Very enjoyable!

    Love unadulterated Polynesian music just as they do it!! Simple, rhythmic, peaceful. Thanks again for posting, David.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ray from Florida
    United States15 years ago
  • Superb

    I was pretty excited to see David Ellenbogen's radio show here on iTunes. Im a regular listener in Brooklyn, his show is from uptown Manhattan. For anyone who isn't familiar, Dave hosts live performances in the studio and does interviews with the musicians. Its a cool format and he picks some really diverse musicians to play. I recently heard an amazing show he had with Dennis McKenna, the scientific and empirical brother of intra-stellar voyager Terrence McKenna. It wasn't musical, more sc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nycgeo
    United States15 years ago
  • Fascinating

    Heard about it from psychedelic salon, will be a follower of the podcast. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jt007k
    United States15 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's mix of live performances and intimate artist conversations.
Audience enjoys diverse guest lineups, from jazz legends to Indian classical players.
The format is noted for its depth and behind-the-scenes storytelling in music.

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George Wein remembers Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis and the birth of Newport Jazz
Q: How did you transition from playing music to starting Storyville, the club in Boston?
He explains how his opportunity came through the Savoy ownership and manager, leading to a club that balanced affordable pricing with a steadily booked schedule, which taught him the practicalities of running a venue and managing artists.
Booker Stardrum talks SML, Harry Parch, and the rhythm of raindrops
Q: How does your lineage with Harry Parch and your father influence your sound today?
My family's history with microtonality and instrument-building, plus Parch's just intonation, provides a through-line that informs timbral choices, instrument construction, and a philosophy of making music that prioritizes organic resonance and exploratory tuning over fixed scales.
Booker Stardrum talks SML, Harry Parch, and the rhythm of raindrops
Q: What drew you to perform at Big Ears Festival and how do you describe the band's approach to improvisation on stage?
The draw is the festival's singular environment and the chance for the group to explore live, in-the-moment music; we don't plan exact on-stage actions, we listen, react, and let the music unfold collectively, which makes each performance unique.
Alam Khan
Q: How much do we owe the modern presentation of Raga to your family?
My father and Ravi Shankar popularized Raga music formats and made it accessible to global audiences, marking a significant evolution in how Indian classical music was presented.
Alam Khan
Q: Did you ever get a chance to ask him any particular musical questions?
Yes, Zakirji emphasized the importance of not being afraid to try new things, which encouraged me to explore contemporary styles while staying true to my classical roots.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NYC Radio Live

What is NYC Radio Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Musical conversations mix deep-dive interviews with improvisational and traditional forms, spotlighting jazz royalty, Indian classical masters, and global avant-garde artists. Episodes frequently center on improvisation, pedagogy, lineage, and the evolving role of live performance, with a strong emphasis on personal histories, mentorship, and cross-cultural collaboration. A notable strength is curating high-profile guests alongside deeply knowledgeable hosts, creating a space that blends technical insight with intimate storytelling and historical context. This makes it appealing to listeners who crave both expert musical analysis and behind-the-scenes perspectives on creation, collaboration, and performance in diverse genres.

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NYC Radio Live launched 15 years ago and published 397 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on NYC Radio Live include:

1. Jeremiah Chiu
2. Preston Lauterbach
3. Rickie McKinnie
4. Salar Nader
5. Rakesh Chaurasia
6. Judith Owen
7. Gamelan Dharma Swara
8. Danny Sugandu

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