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The Cool Jazz Countdown

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Jazz
Boney James
Adam Hawley
Contemporary Jazz
Richard Elliot
Norman Brown
Brian Simpson
Cyrus Chestnut
Blake Aaron
Dave Stryker
Jeremy Pelt
Smooth Jazz
Warren Wolf
Renee Rosnes
Tyreek Mcdole
Jazz Music
Etienne Charles
Kayla Waters
Jazz Albums
Artemis

A weekly survey highlighting the top Jazz albums within the Traditional and Contemporary jazz genres, based on national jazz chart movement, listener feedback and local radio airplay. Hosted by Marcellus "The Bassman" Shepard and Kyle LaRue.

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Major moves on the charts this week give way to a new #1 album...plus a new entry from "old soul" pianist Emmet Cohen! The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1! Stay connected with us and view this week's playlist @cooljazzcountdown on Instagram an... more

We've got a New Music Feature from vocalist and songwriter Douyè, as well as fresh sounds from guitarist/producer Paul Brown and trumpet veteran Arturo Sandoval. The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1! Stay connected with us and view this week's ... more

Fresh sounds this week from vocalist Kem, and welcoming saxophonist and former New Music Feature artist Steve Wilson into the top 10. Do we have enough movement in the top 5 to unseat trumpeter Jeremy Pelt? Find out, as the Bassman and Kyle take you ... more

The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1, with new sounds from Canadian trumpeter/vocalist Bria Skonberg and contemporary guitarist/producer Adam Hawley on the survey this week. Plus, a tribute to the life and music of late saxophone legend Sonny R... more

The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1, with new sounds from trumpeter Brian Lynch and guitarist Blake Aaron break in to the top 10...plus a salute to the 'Saxophone Colossus', Sonny Rollins. Stay connected with us and view this week's playlist @... more

Plenty of moves in the top 10 this week, and fresh sounds from Billy Childs, The Sistering, Hendrik Meurkens, and The TNR Collective as well. Tap in as The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1. Stay connected with us and view this week's playlist @... more

More new entries to explore, as fresh sounds from guitarist Steve Oliver and the Baltimore Jazz Collective join the pack this week. The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1. Stay connected with us and view this week's playlist @cooljazzcountdown on... more

The Bassman and Kyle take you from 10 to 1 and welcome THREE new entries on the chart...plus a New Music Feature from veteran saxophonist Steve Wilson entitled "Enduring Sonance" (Smoke Sessions Records). Stay connected with us and view this week's p... more

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Recent Guests

Arturo Sandoval
Grammy-winning trumpeter, Afro-Cuban jazz pioneer
TM Records / Sanguul album
Episode: S16 Ep22 - Week Ending 06/26/26
Paul Brown
Prolific producer and guitarist
Shonecky / ShaanaKey label
Episode: S16 Ep22 - Week Ending 06/26/26
Bria Skonberg
Trumpeter and vocalist
Cellar Music Group
Episode: S16 Ep22 - Week Ending 06/26/26
Blake Aaron
Guitarist, producer, composer
Intervision / Cast Over Records
Episode: S16 Ep22 - Week Ending 06/26/26
Ulysses Owens Jr.
Drummer, educator, co-founder of Don't Miss a Beat
Cellar Music Group
Episode: S16 Ep22 - Week Ending 06/26/26
Steve Oliver
Guitarist and singer-songwriter
Steve Oliver Music / Equity Records
Episode: S16 Ep17 - Week Ending 05/08/26
Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra
Contemporary big band led by Dr. Javier Nero
Outside In Music
Episode: S16 Ep17 - Week Ending 05/08/26
Kurt Elling
Grammy-winning vocalist
Big Shoulders Records / The Brass Palace project
Episode: S16 Ep17 - Week Ending 05/08/26
Nat Adderley Jr.
Jazz pianist and arranger, discussed Took So Long and the title track
NAJ (independent)
Episode: S16 Ep08 - Week Ending 02/27/26

Hosts

Marcellus Shepard
Host of the jazz countdown program, sometimes billed as "The Bassman"; appears across episodes with extensive involvement in presenting top jazz albums and industry context.
Kyle LaRue
Co-host providing dynamic banter and insights into top jazz albums, with a focus on artist stories, chart movement, and industry notes.

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Episode 375: CJC Week Ending 4/18/2025 (Seg 2)
Q: How did your collaboration with Keon Harold come to be?
Brian shares how they met at a jazz festival and later collaborated on his project, describing it as a natural progression.
Episode 375: CJC Week Ending 4/18/2025 (Seg 2)
Q: Who impresses you from a production standpoint?
Brian highlights Vincent and Gallup, praising their songwriting and musical quality.
Episode 375: CJC Week Ending 4/18/2025 (Seg 2)
Q: What is the state of the union for contemporary jazz?
Brian reflects on how jazz has evolved, emphasizing its diverse interpretations and the impact of consumer preference.
Episode 376: CJC Week Ending 4/18/2025 (Seg 1)
Q: Talk about Shanachie. You've had a marriage with them for quite some time now.
Brian expresses the importance and the positive relationship he's had with Shanachie Records over the years, highlighting the freedom and trust in his creative process.
Episode 265: CJC Week Ending 1/19/2024 (Seg 2)
Q: Tell me about this song, please.
Christie explained that the song is about reconciling a tough relationship with a best friend and how this song facilitated their healing process.

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What is The Cool Jazz Countdown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly countdown of top jazz albums, blending chart movement with listener feedback and radio airplay across traditional and contemporary subgenres. The show features two hosts who provide banter, artist spotlights, and storytelling about recording processes, tour histories, and label affiliations, with a steady emphasis on the broader jazz ecosystem and industry context. Episodes routinely spotlight a mix of new releases and re-entries, share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and close with sponsor mentions and social-media engagement prompts, making it a reliable guide for listeners who want both quick overviews and deeper flavor around the week's jazz landscape. A standout aspect is the consistent integration of artist backstories, recordin... more

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2. Paul Brown
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5. Ulysses Owens Jr.
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7. Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra
8. Kurt Elling

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