Short List with Host Bob Naujoks

Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturdays at 7 AM

Short List: Max Bennett

Iowa-born jazzman, bassist Max Bennett, was born in Des Moines, raised in Oskaloosa, and attended the University of Iowa. His career included stints with Charlie Ventura, Stan Kenton, Ella Fitzgerald, and Peggy Lee. He appeared on five albums with the innovative Frank Zappa and was instrumental in forming the light fusion group, the L-A Express in the mid-1970s.

Jazz Corner of the World with Host Craig Kessler

Mondays at 6:00 PM

Miles Davis in the 80’s, Part 2

Although the recordings from Miles’ final decade are generally regarded as perhaps a step below the bulk of his stellar, nonpareil output from earlier years, there are a number of overlooked goodies and surprises from the 1980s. Join Craig as he spins some superb, underrated selections from 15 or so recordings!

The Wednesday Night Special

Wednesdays at 6:00 PM

Julian Lage Trio

Guitarist Julian Lage is a good friend to Eastern Iowa jazz fans. His tours often include a gig or two in this area, and always bring out his devoted following. His Trio’s 2015 tour brought him to the Iowa City Jazz Festival where, again, his fans were out in full force.

Jazz Night in America with host Christian McBride

Thursdays at 11:00 PM

Joshua Redman’s Still Dreaming

For the first time in his career, Joshua Redman takes on the music of his father, saxophonist Dewey Redman. Josh and friends Ron Miles on cornet, bassist Scot Colley, and drummer Brian Blade play homage to Old and New Dreams – Dewey’s band for 11 years – in a concert at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Host Christian McBride also talks with Josh about how it felt to acknowledge his father’s influence.

Jazz Corner of the World with Host Craig Kessler 

Saturdays at 12:00 Noon

Birthday Tribute to Freddie Redd

This week we pay tribute to recently-departed composer and pianist Freddie Redd, but we’re also celebrating his May 29th birthday. We’ll again hear selections from all of his wonderful releases, as a leader and as a sideman (no repeats). Redd is yet another underrated jazz artist who is often overlooked!

KCCK’s Midnight CD

Every Night at Midnight

Each night, KCCK gives you the chance to hear a new CD played start-to-finish.

Lovesome Thing by Anais Reno on Monday; Introducing Kendall Carter by Kendall Carter on Tuesday; It’s My Turn by The Echo Park Project on Wednesday; Daring Mind by the Jihye Lee Orchestra on Thursday; Bang at the Door by Donna Herula on Friday; The Cause of it All by The Reverend Shawn Amos & Doctor Roberts on Saturday; … ‘Til We Meet Again by Norah Jones on Sunday

Short List with Host Bob Naujoks

Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturdays at 7 AM

Short List: Annette Hanshaw

This week on the Short List we listen back almost 100 years to hear the ten-year career of Jazz Age singer Annette Hanshaw. Along with Ethel Waters, Helen Kane and Ruth Etting, she was a queen of popular music. In her short career she made nearly 250 recordings and was a top radio personality. But, she hated show business, stating that she only did for the money.

Jazz Corner of the World with Host Craig Kessler

Mondays at 6:00 PM

Tribute to Chick Corea, Part 4

Covering material from mid-1971 into 1972, Craig spins more of his Chick Corea favorites. We’ll hear Chick’s trio and quartet recordings, as well as some work with Joe Farrell, Elvin Jones, Anthony Braxton, Richard Davis, some solo piano on ECM, and some of the beginnings of his group Return To Forever. Absolutely essential listening!

The Wednesday Night Special

Wednesdays at 6:00 PM

Stanton Moore

Whether he’s driving the groove with his band Galactic or fronting a solo project, Stanton Moore is a force behind the drum kit. He laid down a powerhouse set at the 2007 Iowa City Jazz Festival.

Jazz Night in America with host Christian McBride

Thursdays at 11:00 PM

A Celebration of Betty Carter

We’ll hear stories from alumni of “the school of Betty Carter,” an esteemed collection of singers bound together by the thrall of Carter’s titanic influence on jazz. One of the most powerful voices in the American musical tradition, her lasting legacy is celebrated by vocalist Charenee Wade, along with many past members of Carter’s band through the years.

Jazz Corner of the World with Host Craig Kessler 

Saturdays at 12:00 Noon

Miles Davis in the 80’s, Part 2

Although the recordings from Miles’ final decade are generally regarded as perhaps a step below the bulk of his stellar, nonpareil output from earlier years, there are a number of overlooked goodies and surprises from the 1980s. Join Craig as he spins some superb, underrated selections from 15 or so recordings!

KCCK’s Midnight CD

Every Night at Midnight

Each night, KCCK gives you the chance to hear a new CD played start-to-finish.

Human Qualities by Shapiro 17 on Monday; This Is Latin Jazz by Charlie Sepulveda & the Turnaround on Tuesday; Soul Conversations by the Ulysses Owens, Jr. Big Band on Wednesday; Preaching to the Choir by Vincent Herring on Thursday; Trio in Tokyo by Rob Stone on Friday; Surrender by Clarence Spady on Saturday; Volume 1 by the Rebecca Kilgore Trio on Sunday