Jazz Corner of the World Encore
Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
The Art & Compositions of Mike Gibbs
Craig Kessler salutes master composer Michael Gibbs. He is probably best known for his collaborations with Gary Burton, Graham Collier, Kenny Wheeler, the NDR Big Band, and many others. We’ll hear samples his work through the years.
The Wednesday Night Special
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Dandelion Stompers at Jazz Under the Stars
Time for one last blast of Summer, as KCCK presents all four weeks of Jazz Under the Stars 2022! First up in August were Noelridge Park crowd favorites The Dandelion Stompers, with Vivian Shanley & Friends opening the show.
Jazz Night in America
Thursday at 11:00 PM
Hometown Hero Mel Brown
Host Christian McBride shares a Motown-infused set from drummer Mel Brown’s B3 organ group at the Montavilla Jazz Festival. The Portland, Oregon local legend shares stories from his lengthy career, and about how he returned to his hometown to build up the jazz scene.
Jazz Corner of the World
Saturdays at 12:00 Noon
Tribute to Creed Taylor, Part 2
Craig Kessler spins more material from recently departed producer and label owner Creed Taylor. This week, Craig features important 60’s and 70’s works from Taylor’s own CTI Records. We’ll hear goodies from Freddie Hubbard, George Benson, Wes Montgomery, Milt Jackson, Stanley Turrentine, and a host of others.
KCCK’s Midnight CD
Every Night at Midnight
Each night, KCCK lets you hear a new CD played start-to-finish.
Keyed Up by Bobby Broom on Monday; Joy by Amina Figarova on Tuesday; Generations by Steve Turre on Wednesday; Center Stage by Steve Gadd, Eddie Gomez & Ronnie Cuber on Thursday; Blood on My Hands by Emanuel Casablanca on Friday; Hi-Fi Drive by Jeremiah Johnson on Saturday; Music in Film: the Sequel by Richard Baratta on Sunday