Inspired by Seattle’s places and historical events, the Steve Griggs Ensemble plays music with a message. Griggs, a saxophonist, composer and writer addresses social injustice with music and words, telling the story of the International District’s Panama Hotel, where Japanese-Americans left their possessions when they were incarcerated in internment camps during World War II. The […]
Tacoma’s top jazz man, Kareem Kandi, returned to the knkx studios this fall armed with the enviable rhythm section of Delvon Lamarr on Hammond organ and D’Vonne Lewis and some new music from his new album, “Hourglass.” One of the busiest musicians in the area, Kareem talked about helping to organize the Tacoma Jazz Association, […]
We were delighted to have the effervescent Adriana Giordano bring her EntreMundos Quarteto into the knkx studios for a live Jazz Caliente. This popular Brazilian-flavored band has fans all over the Northwest, and they’re celebrating the release of their long-awaited CD, “Brasilidade.” Enjoy! Adriana Giordano-vocals Eric Verlinde-piano Dean Schmidt-bass Jeff Busch-drums, percussion
More than a quarter century after they emerged from Eugene as a horn-powered, hard-rocking dance band, and over two decades since they ruled as kings of the swing revival with their smash hit “Zoot Suit Riot”, the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies continue to explore the possibilities of taking the roots of classic American swing and giving […]