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The Cool Jazz Countdown

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Jazz
Justin Lee Schultz
Christie Dashiell
Joey Alexander
Michael Lington
Cory Weeds
Christmas
Boney James
Brandon Sanders
Count Basie Orchestra
Samara Joy
Bobby Lyle
Jazz Music
Top 10 Albums
Music Education
Just In the Moment
Emmet Cohen
Robert Glasper
Adam Hawley
Incognito

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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Latest Episodes

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Dave Koz & Friends Summer Horns | Vehicle | Just Koz Entertainment

9 | Terri Lyne Carrington & Christie Dashiell | We Insist 2025! | Candid

8 | Gerald Albright | G-Stream 3 - Full Throttle | Bright Musi... more

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Brian Simpson | Midnight Groove | Shanachie

9 | Noah Haidu | Standards III | Infinite Distances

8 | Gerald Albright | G-Stream 3 - Full Throttle | Bright Music

7 | Etienne Charles | Gullah Roots | Cult... more

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Brian Simpson | Midnight Groove | Shanachie

9 | Alan Broadbent | Threads Of Time | Savant

8 | Gerald Albright | G-Stream 3 - Full Throttle | Bright Music

7 | Noah Haidu | Standards III | Infinite Dista... more

Check out a New Music Feature from Terri Lyne Carrington & Christie Dashiell, "We Insist 2025!" [Candid Records], and our top 10 of the week!

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Noah Haidu | Standards III | Infinite Distances

9 | Ryan La ... more

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Noah Haidu | Standards III | Infinite Distances

9 | Brian Simpson | Midnight Groove | Shanachie

8 | Eric Scott Reed | Out Late | Smoke Sessions

7 | Richard Elliot | Straight Up Down | Shanachie

6 | P... more

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Danny Grissett | Travelogue | Savant

9 | Nicholas Cole | Blue Magic | Trippin-N-Rhythm

8 | Diego Rivera | West Circle | Positone

7 | Kim Waters | Time 2 Groove | Shanachie

6 | Brian Simpson | Midnight... more

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Chicago Jazz Orchestra feat. Bobby Broom | More Amor: A Tribute To Wes Montgomery | CJO Music

9 | Mindi Abair | Based On A True Story | Pretty Good For A Girl Records

8 | Dave Bass | Trio Nuevo Vol. 2 |... more

Check out a New Music Feature this week from vocalist Kandace Springs, "Lady In Satin" [SRP Records] and our top 10 of the week!

Position | Artist | Album Title | Label

10 | Chicago Jazz Orchestra feat. Bobby Broom | More Amor: A Tribute To Wes Mon... more

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Marcellus Shepard
The Bassman and host of the show
Kyle LaRue
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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?

Featuring a weekly exploration of the top jazz albums from both Traditional and Contemporary genres, the content is centered around national jazz chart movements, listener feedback, and local radio airplay. The discussions highlight a mix of established artists and emerging talents, showcasing their unique contributions to the vibrant jazz scene. Engaging anecdotes and insights about the journeys of featured artists create a dynamic listening experience that resonates with jazz enthusiasts. Unique aspects include the cross-section of genres represented in the countdowns and a commitment to celebrating the evolution of jazz music through lively conversations conducted by the hosts.

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2. Alan Broadbent
3. Noah Haidu
4. Joe Farnsworth
5. Brian Simpson
6. Jeremy Pelt
7. Andy Snitzer
8. Eugenie Jones

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