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8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #83 The Band Chicago

This week on 8:30...A Jazz Podcast, hosts Herman "Hollywood" Dawkins and Ray "The Jazzman" spotlight the legendary group Chicago, a band that successfully fused rock, jazz, and powerful horn arrangements into a signature sound that has endured for decades. Formed in the late 1960s, Chicago became known for chart-topping hits and sophisticated musicianship that brought jazz influences to mainstream audiences around the world. Their dynamic brass section and innovative songwriting helped redefine the possibilities of contemporary popular music. Join us as we explore the band's remarkable legacy, timeless recordings, and lasting impact on generations of musicians and fans alike. Songs Include :  Beginnings Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is Introduction Happy Cause I’m Going Home 25 or 6 to 4 Saturday In The Park Just You And Me Goodbye Call On Me Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/support] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562078744228

8:30 Jazz Episode #82 The Ladies Of Jazz

Welcome to this week’s episode of 8:30 A Jazz Podcast with your hosts Herman “Hollywood” Dawkins and Ray “The Jazzman.” Women have been at the heart of jazz since its earliest days, shaping the music as groundbreaking vocalists, instrumentalists, composers, and bandleaders. From the timeless artistry of Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald to today’s innovative performers, their contributions continue to expand the boundaries of the genre. This episode celebrates the talent, creativity, and lasting influence of women in jazz whose voices and vision have enriched the soundtrack of generations. Songs include: 1. Nice Work If You Can Get It - Ella Fitzgerald 2. Listen To Monk - Carmen McRae 3. My Shining Hour - Nancy Wilson 4. Afro Blue - Live - Dianne Reeves 5. Amandamada - Randy Brecker - Eliane Elias 6. Ponta De Areia - Esperanza Spaulding 7. Song For My Father - Dee Dee Bridgewater 8. Number One - Patrice Rushen Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/support] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562078744228

8:30 Jazz Episode #81 Miles Davis Bitches Brew

On this week’s episode of “8:30,” podcast hosts Herman Hollywood Dawkins and Ray The Jazzman take a deep dive into Miles Davis’ groundbreaking album Bitches Brew, a record that forever changed the direction of jazz fusion. Released in 1970, the album blended electric instruments, rock rhythms, and fearless improvisation into a bold and revolutionary sound that challenged traditional jazz audiences. Hollywood breaks down the album’s cultural impact while The Jazzman highlights the genius of Davis’ legendary ensemble, featuring musicians like Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, and Joe Zawinul. Together, they celebrate Bitches Brew as a daring masterpiece that still inspires musicians and listeners more than five decades later. Songs Include: Pharoah's Dance Bitches Brew  Spanish Key John McLaughlin  Miles Run The Voodoo Down Sanctuary  Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/support] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562078744228

8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #80 Chick Corea Elektric Band Members

This week on 8:30...A Jazz Podcast, Host Herman “Hollywood” Dawkins and Ray “The Jazzman” shine a spotlight on the extraordinary individual talents that powered the Chick Corea Elektric Band. From Chick Corea’s visionary keys and compositional genius to John Patitucci’s masterful bass lines, each member brought a distinct voice that shaped the band’s signature fusion sound. The hosts dive into the dynamic drumming of Dave Weckl and the fiery guitar work of Frank Gambale, unpacking how their technical brilliance elevated every performance. Tune in as they explore how these musicians, both individually and collectively, redefined modern jazz fusion. Songs Include: 1."Charged Particles" Chick Corea Elektric Band.  2."On The Corner" John Patitucci  3."Giant Steps" John Patitucci  4."Tower Of Inspiration" Dave Weckl 5."Against The Wall" Dave Weckl 6."Blue Space" Eric Marienthal  7."Resident Alien" Frank Gambale  Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/support] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562078744228

8:30 Jazz Podcast Episode #79 Jazz #1 Hits

Jazz has produced a remarkable run of chart-topping moments, from the swing era’s dominance to the crossover successes that brought the genre into mainstream popularity. Legendary artists like Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and later Herbie Hancock helped push jazz recordings to #1 status, blending innovation with broad appeal. These milestones reflect not just commercial success, but pivotal shifts in style—from big band to bebop to fusion—that reshaped the sound of modern music. On this week’s Jazz Podcast at 8:30, host Herman “Hollywood” Dawkins and Ray “The Jazzman” spotlight these iconic #1 hits and the stories behind their lasting impact for this Apri Jazz Appreciation Month! Songs Include : 1. Take Five - The Dave Brubeck Quartet 2. Mack The Knife - Ella Fitzgerald 3. So What - Miles Davis 4. Stolen Moments - Oliver Nelson 5. A Love Supreme - John Coltrane 6. Cantaloupe Island - Herbie Hancock 7. The Sidwinder - Lee Morgan 8. Birdland - Weather Report Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342721/support] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562078744228