Jazz Corner of the World (Encore)
Mondays at 6:00pm
Happy 84th Birthday Billy Hart
Craig celebrates another November birthday. This week, it’s a party for drummer Billy Hart. Craig spins choice goodies that feature Billy’s work from the early 70s, right up to the present!
Wednesday Night Special
Wednesdays at 6:00pm
Damani Phillips at Voxman Hall
Saxophonist Dr. Damani Phillips, together with renowned drummer Ernie Adams, bassist Steve Charlson, and Jason Danielson on the piano, took the stage at the University of Iowa’s Voxman Recital Hall for a set of originals and some fresh interpretations of classics. They were joined by U of I colleague Dr. Dan Moore on the vibes.
Jazz Night In America
Thursdays at 11:00pm
Honoring Lou Donaldson
The legendary alto saxophonist Lou Donaldson died on November 9 at the age of 98. To honor his incredible legacy, we revisit a 2019 episode featuring an intimate interview between Lou and host Christian McBride, along with music from his quartet recorded in 2009.
Jazz Corner of the World
Saturdays from 12:00 noon to 4:00pm
A Tribute to Benny Golson
Craig salutes the recently departed jazz giant, composer, arranger, and tenor man Benny Golson with a dazzling program of great recordings featuring Benny. We’ll also hear some of his greatest compositions, like “Whisper Not,” “Along Came Betty,” “I Remember Clifford,” “Killer Joe,” “Stablemates,” and many others.
KCCK’s Midnight CD
Every Night at Midnight Each night, KCCK lets you hear a new CD played start-to-finish.
Planet Bluu by T.K. Blue on Monday; Boss Baritones by the Gary Smulyan & Frank Basile Quintet on Tuesday; From Here, From There by Andy Baker on Wednesday; I Hear Echoes by George Cables on Thursday; Hooks & Grooves by Travis Bowlin on Friday; What Are You Waiting For? by the Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra featuring Willy Jordan on Saturday; Portrait by Samara Joy on Sunday.