City Jazz Sessions

Listen in as we sit down with THE Erin Bode (Indie-Jazz artist, singer-songwriter) to talk about her new album "Your Song, Vol 1", her ongoing project Your Song for Always, and upcoming performances! You will definitely want to hear this conversation with one of our St. Louis's greatest music treasures! 

Host: Laka

Today's guest is Jahmal Nichols. He is a native of St. Louis, Missouri, also a bassist, composer, arranger, and producer. Jahmal is bringing the world a new sound, and a new voice to many genres of music. Listen to his latest BLACK FREQUENCIES. Visit JahmalNichols.net and JahmalNichols.com for more.  

CityJazz Sessions is produced by Warren Harper. 

Production: Lion's Den Productions

Host: Al Caldwell

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Listen in for our wonderful conversation with Quincy Troupe and Margaret Porter Troupe! Quincy has written several books. Among his most famous works are The Pursuit of Happiness and his classic memoir on Miles Davis "Miles and Me". His wife Margaret founded the The Gloster Arts Project which gives kids access to high quality arts education from well known artists.

City Jazz Sessions is produced by Warren Harper. 

Production: Lion's Den Productions

Hosts: Ronnie Burrage  and Laka

Ron began playing the guitar at the age of 11 and played his first professional performance at the age of 15.  He has held faculty positions at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, the Wells Fargo Jazz For Teens Program, the Brooklyn–Queens Conservatory of Music, and Jazz At Lincoln Center. He is well known for his works with the 6 and 7 string guitar and bass. Listen in as we discuss his upcoming "Whatever's Open" music tour and his innovative INDIEGOGO campaign to fund his new album.   

Hosts:  

Warren Harper

Laka  

Production: Lion's Den Production

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Caldwell started out as a clarinet player and moved on to the trumpet before learning over 20 instruments. He has played for a variety of entertainers including Vanessa Williams and works for hire on studio albums as a session musician. He has performed on a number of television shows.  

Hosts: Ronnie Burrage and Laka

Production: Lion's Den Production

Producer: Warren Harper

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Join us on this episode of City Jazz Sessions with our guests Niambi Jaha-Echols (inspirational speaker) and Rod Echols (Sound Therapist) as we take a dive into to deep conversations. You won't want to miss this interesting episode.

Hosts: Leon Davis & Laka

Production: Lion's Den Production

Producer: Warren Harper

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Join us for a conversation with Bluesman & Founder of Knox Entertainment, Mr. #IKnowTheBlues, Marquise Knox. Marquise has performed at several dozen blues festivals, performed across Europe, toured with ZZ Top, has recorded 3 albums, and also produces music events. Marquise hails from a musical family deeply rooted in the Blues. He learned to play guitar from his grandmother Lillie. He has performed with blues legends B.B. King, Pinetop Perkins, and David “Honeyboy” Edwards. Listen as Marquise answers the question, What is the Blues? and his journey as an artist and what he sees as the future of the blues genre. 

We also discuss his Knox Entertainment event titled "Loop in Motion" held on the Delmar Blvd in St. Louis on September 10. The event hosts 10 music acts and several other activities to enjoy. That same weekend, Marquise performs at the Music at the Intersection festival at Grand Center. A festival with over 60 acts! The first of its kind in St. Louis. 

Follow Marquise at www.marquiseknoxblues.com

Hosts: Leon Davis & Laka

Production: Lion's Den Production

Producer: Warren Harper

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Tune into our livestream conversation with acclaimed singer Brian Owens! We discussed the Music at the Intersection festival taking place Sept 10-12th. Brian is hosting 1 of the 6 stages at the festival, the Fox Theatre. We also catch up with Brian regarding his ever growing music and film projects along with his role as director of Life Creative!  

Music and love define the artistry of singer, songwriter and dedicated community activist Brian Owens. These qualities radiate from all of his work, including his duet with five time Grammy-winning and legendary vocalist Michael McDonald on SOUL OF FERGUSON, and the heartfelt interpretation of Sam Cooke's "A Change Is Gonna Come". More about Brian at  https://www.lifecreativegroup.org/brianowenssoul. 

Today's Hosts: Leon Davis & Laka

Production: Lion's Den Productions 

Producer: Warren Harper

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Alonzo J. Townsend is a true torchbearer and carrier of the Future and The Legacy Of Blues In St. Louis. He is the youngest son of Delta blues legend and Patriarch of the St. Louis Blues, Henry James "Mule" Townsend and Blues Singer, Vernell Townsend. Alonzo has made it his passion and mission to carry the heritage and become "the voice" of St. Louis' treasured history and vibrant music scene.

Alonzo Townsend, founder of Townsendx3 Agency, LLC. Alonzo continues to make significant contributions to the St. Louis music scene and beyond with his management of International recording artist and St. Louis native, Tonina, brand management for Hip-hop heavyweight and recording artist, Mvstermind and Hip-Hop/Soul Artist, LLManny. 

He is answering the call to further build the legacy of great music in St. Louis music where the foundation was laid by his father the late blues legend, St. Louis Walk of Fame Inductee and Grammy Winner, Henry J. Townsend (Mule). His father recorded in every decade since 1929 making him the longest recording American blues artist.

Outside of managing artists, further developing the legacy of great music in St. Louis, Alonzo is a spoken word artist in his own right. He released a notable recording, "A Letter To My City" as part of the 18 N 18 St. Louis Blues Society compilation album.  You don't want to miss this conversation as we discuss the state of the music scene in St. Louis, Alonzo's work in managing artists, his vision for our beloved city, and some tips for music industry professionals trying to make it  

Music by Ronnie Burrage: "Spling-a-ding" and "In the Realm of Thought" used with permission.

Hosts: Leon Davis & Laka

Production: Lion's Den Production

Producer: Warren Harper

City Jazz Sessions welcomes American Saxophonist, Eric Person. He is prolific as a composer, and ubiquitous as a musical collaborator and artist. In this episode Eric details his early struggles with making it in New York at the age of 19 after moving from St. Louis. His upbringing in faith not only helped fuel his determination to follow his dream, but also influenced many of his album recordings. Thus far, Eric has released 10 records (Duoscope, Thoughts on God, The Grand Illusion, Rhythm Edge, Reflections, Live at Big Sur, Extra Pressure, More Tales to Tell, Prophecy, and Arrival).  After a 6 year hiatus from releasing albums what Eric has on the horizon is some of his most selective work to date. Stay tuned for the release of "Blue Vision" from his label. Learn more at ericperson.com. 

Hosts: Ronnie Burrage & Laka

Producer: Warren Harper

Production: Lion's Den Production