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Adrian Crutchfield Interview: Prince, Lionel Richie, and the Road to the Sunset Jazz Series in Las Vegas

Saxophonist Adrian Crutchfield joins Carlaya, the Queen of Flow, for an exclusive interview ahead of his highly anticipated appearance at the Sunset Jazz Series on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Side Lawn at Sunset Station in Henderson, Nevada. Adrian discusses his journey from performing with Prince and The New Power Generation and Lionel Richie to building his own successful solo career, while sharing what fans can expect from this special Las Vegas performance. He also reveals surprise guest musicians, including legendary bassist Andrew Gouché, and talks about bringing both original music and fan-favorite covers to the stage. The concert begins at 8:00 PM, with doors opening at 7:00 PM. This is an all-ages event (guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older) with general admission seating. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and the Sunset Jazz Series.  Presented by the Sunset Jazz Series, co-produced by 91.5 KUNV Jazz & More and Sunset Station, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of contemporary jazz's most exciting performers before he takes the stage in Las Vegas.

Julian Vaughn Talks Smooth Jazz, Billboard Success & Las Vegas Live Show | Artists to Watch Las Vegas

Smooth jazz bassist and Billboard-charting recording artist Julian Vaughn joins Artists to Watch Las Vegas hosted by Carlaya on 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV [https://www.kunv.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] for an exciting conversation about music, touring the world, and bringing his signature groove-driven sound to Las Vegas. In this exclusive interview, Julian Vaughn shares how he discovered the bass in church, carved out his own lane in the smooth jazz world, and became one of the genre’s standout bass-driven artists. He also talks about performing live in Las Vegas, his love for mixing funk, R&B, old school, and smooth jazz into one unforgettable experience, and why traveling the world has been the biggest highlight of his career. Fans of smooth jazz, contemporary jazz, jazz fusion, and live music in Las Vegas won’t want to miss this episode of Artists to Watch Las Vegas. Show Information & Tickets 🎟 Las Vegas Smooth Jazz Series featuring Julian Vaughn  📍 The Copa Room at the Bootlegger  📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026  🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Presented by Serenity Jazz and Wine Escapes, this special evening promises an incredible blend of smooth jazz, funk, R&B, and soulful grooves from one of the genre’s top bassists. 🎫 Tickets available here:  Las Vegas Smooth Jazz Series with Julian Vaughn Tickets [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/las-vegas-smooth-jazz-series-with-bassist-julian-vaughn-tickets-1983153149455?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=chatgpt.com]

Maysa on Artists to Watch with Carlaya | Stevie Wonder, Incognito, New Album Milestones & 35 Years of Soul

Join host Carlaya on Artists to Watch for an unforgettable conversation with Maysa, the soulful powerhouse behind decades of jazz, R&B, and soul excellence. In this exclusive KUNV interview, Maysa reflects on working with Stevie Wonder on Jungle Fever, her breakthrough years with Incognito, collaborating with stars like Stokley and Shaun LaBelle, and the deeply personal inspiration behind her single “Grateful.” She also reveals details about her upcoming album Milestones, celebrating 35 years in music and her 60th birthday, plus exciting plans for a future tribute to Phyllis Hyman. Packed with wisdom for young artists on independence, ownership, and navigating today’s music industry, this episode is essential listening for fans of smooth jazz, soul, artist development, and legendary vocal journeys.

John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band on Artists to Watch Las Vegas with Carlaya | Live with John Waite at Cannery Las Vegas

Rock icon John Cafferty of John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band joins Carlaya on Artists to Watch Las Vegas on 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV ahead of this Saturday’s unforgettable live concert at Cannery Hotel & Casino with John Waite. From over five decades of rock history to the enduring chemistry of the legendary Beaver Brown Band, John shares stories about the band’s origins, life on the road, performing with John Waite, and what Las Vegas fans can expect from this powerhouse night of classic rock. If you love timeless hits, iconic vocals, and legendary live performances, this is a must-listen episode. Get your tickets now for Saturday, May 16, at Cannery Hotel & Casino: https://cannery.boydgaming.com/entertain/entertainment-calendar/2026-john-waite-john-cafferty-cn [https://cannery.boydgaming.com/entertain/entertainment-calendar/2026-john-waite-john-cafferty-cn]

Jarez on Artists to Watch Las Vegas | Sunset Jazz Series at Sunset Station Benefiting 91.5 KUNV

Smooth jazz powerhouse Jarez joins Carlaya on Artists to Watch Las Vegas on 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV ahead of his highly anticipated performance this Saturday night at Sunset Station for the Sunset Jazz Series — a premier live concert experience benefiting 91.5 KUNV. Known as the “Mayor of J-Funk City,” Jarez discusses his musical evolution from “Mr. Sexy Saxy” to one of smooth jazz’s most dynamic live performers, his star-studded collaborations, his Coolio connection, and what fans can expect from this unforgettable kickoff concert in Las Vegas. If you love smooth jazz, saxophone excellence, funk, and live music, this episode is your backstage pass to one of the hottest events of the summer. Get tickets and event details here: https://stationcasinoslive.com/sunset-station/ [https://stationcasinoslive.com/sunset-station/]