Jazz Corner of the World Encore
Mondays at 6:00 PM
West Coast Jazz #1
Join host Craig Kessler as he begins a four-week series on the phenomenon of “West Coast Jazz.” We’ll take a closer look at music from Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker, and other artists involved in the beginnings of the Pacific Jazz record label. We’ll also explore early Dave Brubeck and the Fantasy label, among others topics.
The Wednesday Night Special
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Planet Pluto at Jazz Under the Stars
Our Winter “Groove Cruise” continues with a trip to Planet Pluto. Guitar legend Craig Erickson led this cool project, deliciously melding funk, soul, jazz, and blues. Erickson has packed venues across the globe, but loves most to play at home in Eastern Iowa. The Jazz Under the Stars crowd definitely returned the love that hot August night.
Jazz Night in America
Thursdays at 11:00 PM
Force of Nature Bobby McFerrin
Host Christian McBride describes vocalist and NEA Jazz Master Bobby McFerrin as a “force of nature,” and is arguably the most unique voice in jazz history. While McFerrin considers himself a folk singer, the man who taught us to “don’t worry, be happy,” has collaborated with some of jazz’s best, including Jon Hendricks, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock.
Jazz Corner of the World
Saturdays at 12:00 Noon
West Coast Jazz #2
In this second of four “West Coast Jazz” presentations, host Craig Kessler takes a closer look at some relatively obscure artists, as well as major players Clifford Brown, Jack Montrose, Howard Rumsey, Bob Cooper, and others. Along the way, we’ll hear many goodies that have never before been featured on the Jazz Corner of the World!
KCCK’s Midnight CD
Every Night at Midnight
Each night, KCCK gives you the chance to hear a new CD played start-to-finish.
The Dark Fire Sessions by Alex Brown on Monday; Seen On the Scene by Jared Hall on Tuesday; Architecture of Storms by Remy LeBoeuf’s Assembly of Shadows on Wednesday; Myth & Wisdom by Blue Moods on Thursday; So Far So Good by Peter Veteska & Blues Train on Friday; On My Way by Katie Henry on Saturday; Breath By Breath by Fred Hersch on Sunday