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The Jazz Jam

The Jazz Jam Podcast

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Frequency: 1 episode/29d. Total Eps: 44

Two seasoned musicians and long-time friends discuss the most prominent classic jazz albums in addition to reviewing new and modern albums and artists. Join KC-based saxophonist Max Levy and Organist Dwain Gunnels as they take a deep dive into jazz albums of all different shapes and sizes.

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🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
23/06/2026
#98
🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
22/06/2026
#77
🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
21/06/2026
#62
🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
20/06/2026
#51
🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
19/06/2026
#34
🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
31/05/2026
#76
🇩🇪 Germany - Music Commentary
30/05/2026
#57
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Commentary
26/03/2026
#65
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Commentary
02/03/2026
#90
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Commentary
01/03/2026
#74

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https://thejazzjampodcast.wixsite.com/jazz
44 shares
https://www.ebay.com/usr/meadowroad
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https://www.instagram.com/thejazzjampodcast
24 shares
https://www.instagram.com/meadowroad_records
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https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F1yoFVE0QJvKEa5OtdseC?si=e78a9806390c42cd
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For The Love Of It All by Brandon Woody

Episode 44

Friday, February 6, 2026 • Duration 01:23:51

This week, we dive into Brandon Woody’s debut Blue Note release, For The Love Of It All. Joined by his longtime band, Upendo, Woody delivers a deeply personal album rooted in the blues and gospel traditions of his hometown, Baltimore. Tune in as we break down the music, explore its themes and performances, and explain how we arrived at our overall rating of 7.8/10.

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

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Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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Cool Struttin' by Sonny Clark

Episode 43

Saturday, October 4, 2025 • Duration 01:16:09

This week, we dive into Sonny Clark’s hard bop classic Cool Struttin’. Backed by a powerhouse lineup featuring Jackie McLean on alto saxophone, Art Farmer on trumpet, Paul Chambers on bass, and Philly Joe Jones on drums, Clark delivers one of the most iconic Blue Note sessions of the late 1950s. Tune in as we break down the album, explore its lasting impact on the hard bop tradition, and reveal how we arrived at our overall rating of 9.5/10!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis

Episode 42

Thursday, August 28, 2025 • Duration 01:16:14

This week, we mix it up with a punk-rock jazz exploration by The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis. This Impulse release is a bit different than any other we've done on the show thus far. Tune in and see how we arrived at our overall rating of 7.3/10!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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Yaron Herman Interview: His musical journey and creating "Radio Paradise"

Episode 41

Friday, June 27, 2025 • Duration 49:25

This week Max sits down with jazz pianist Yaron Herman to talk about his musical journey and his latest album "Radio Paradise".

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

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Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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The Bridge by Sonny Rollins

Episode 40

Thursday, March 13, 2025 • Duration 01:39:05

This week, we dive into Sonny Rollins' triumphant return after a two-year sabbatical with The Bridge. This landmark album showcases a pianoless quartet, featuring the brilliant addition of Jim Hall on guitar. Tune in as we break down the album, discuss its impact, and reveal how we arrived at our overall rating of 9.0/10!

Check out this episode's sponsor Meadowroad Records (@meadowroad_records) for their weekly vinyl auction:

https://www.ebay.com/usr/meadowroad

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

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Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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Portrait by Samara Joy

Episode 39

Thursday, February 6, 2025 • Duration 01:33:08

On this week's episode we head back into the world of blossoming jazz star, Samara Joy. Her sophomore Verve release takes a step forward into new territory with daring arrangements of many different standards. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.2/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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Friends And Strangers by Ronnie Laws

Episode 38

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 • Duration 01:12:34

On this week's episode we direct our attention to the funk fusion class "Friends And Strangers" by Ronnie Laws. The 1977 release is a fundamental recording in the jazz fusion sphere. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.7/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

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Alto Summit by Phil Woods, Vincent Herring and Antonio Hart

Episode 37

Thursday, October 31, 2024 • Duration 01:31:18

On this week's episode we direct our attention to a deeper cut that was recommended by a listener; Alto Summit by a trio of fantastic alto saxophonists. This album spans a few different generations of the music with Phil Woods being 64 at the time of the session and Vincent Herring and Antonio Hart both being under 35. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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Moanin' by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers

Episode 36

Saturday, October 5, 2024 • Duration 01:31:08

On this week's episode we explore the hard-bop cornerstone of Moanin' by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers. This album was foundational in the development of the hard-bop style as well as the development of the musicians on the album. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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Fearless Movement by Kamasi Washington

Episode 35

Thursday, September 12, 2024 • Duration 01:44:04

On this week's episode we dive into Kamasi Washington's latest album "Fearless Movement". This record bring a host of different musicians to the table from funk legend such as George Clinton to bassist Thundercat and many in between. Our overall combined rating for the album is 7.4/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

Website: Click here!

Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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