Michael Stein

Host

Michael has been part of the KNKX/ Jazz 24 family for quite some time, as producer and jazz host, and is a well-known Fanboy for the music of Chet Baker. He’s also one of the narrators for the beloved feature “Birdnote”, which got its’ start on KNKX.

Favorite Jazz memory: getting to see the wonderful singer Susanna McCorkle at Jazz Alley in Seattle—such a one-of-a-kind lovely voice!

And here’s an appreciation for the great Jaco Pastorius that Michael helped put together for KNKX.

The Young Lions brought bebop and swing roaring back

Michael Stein

In the 1990s, hard bop, classic and retro-swing had a resurgence. During this "what’s-old-is-new-again" era, those jazz styles took on their own flavor, going in new directions from earlier forms.
As a leader and producer, Herb Alpert delivers sensational sounds

Michael Stein

Trumpeter and music executive Herb Alpert became a superstar of the 1960s with his Tijuana Brass, and has continued to transport music fans ever since.