Darcy and I have a GREAT discussion about creativity, music, writing for big band and his production work on other band leaders' big band recordings.  My discovery composer of the week isn't a Renaissance, Baroque or any kind of composer named Fontana, but rather the legendary jazz trombonist, Carl Fontana!!!!

Dr. Boykin and I discuss his research focusing on inter-group relations, hierarchy, prejudice, mentorship, and racial identity. More specifically his research lab investigates preferences for group inequality and perceptions of group inequality. 

As rapper Malik Starx, Dr. Boykin is globally-traveled and well-respected with an artistry that highlights music’s ability to motivate discourse, inspire research, and promote joy. He has a forthcoming EP, entitled Higher Science.

In this episode Ashley and I focus on her new album coming out in just hours on June 18.  We also talk about her songwriting process, her inspirations and what message she is passing to us in her songs.  My discovery composer of the week is Fabrizio Fontana (c. 1620 - 1695)!!

Jihye and I discuss the challenges of running a big band today both pre and during COVID.  We also discuss the art of the big band, big band arranging and her thoughts on the future of jazz big bands.

Dan and I talk about his new single "Passenger" just released on May 14, 2021, his creative process and a number of his other songs recorded during what Dan calls his "Quarantine Sessions."

Sunday and I will be talking about her creative approach and her new album burning up the charts, Peace in Trouble.

Aubrey and I will be discussing her creative process and focus especially on her new album STANDARD due out May 21, 2021!!!!!!

Kate and I discuss the development of the band Run Katie Run, her creative process and songs from the bands new EP!!

Vanessa and I discuss her newest album and compare audiences in Europe with those in the United States.  We also delve into her creative process and the artistic mechanics of her band.