Drummer from Pittsburgh talks about being humbled on the bandstand growing up, being taken away from music because of a hearing loss and then rediscovering his love of composition with heavyweight cats.

Detroit born pianist and soul brother talks about gratitude and being a disciple in the lineage of sainthood. Happy New Year

Hammond B-3 player talks about developing his chops during the resurgent Acid Jazz period of the 1990's and the blues circuit that saved him in the Hudson Valley.

Preeminent bassist and cellist talks about his time working with Stan Getz.  

Decorated band leader of Jimmy Kimmel Live! talks about growing up under the tutelage of this father and the different musical experiences he has had throughout his career.

Singer songwriter talks about writing songs based on his own life experiences and how he can get them into the ears of the people.

Indelible drummer talks about Wayne Shorter, The Left Bank Jazz Society in Baltimore and why he and his family moved to Nashville.

Legendary session guitarist talks about growing up in Greenlawn, NY and playing in the Soul Survivors with his brother Fred.

Young bandstand stalwart talks about how he connected with Colin McIlrath in the University of Arizona Jazz Band.

Profound drummer talks about playing with Little Richard at 14 years old and getting into the studio scene in LA.