Nick Finzer, Bernie Chiaravalle and others are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.

‘Another Kind of Soul’, Tony Kofi’s terrific tribute to Julian ‘Cannonball’ Adderley, has a wonderful ambience – and a slight poignancy.

A lot of thoughts flooded my head when I started listening to the new Billy Sherwood-helmed ‘Tribute to Keith Emerson and Greg Lake.’

These tracks reveal the full artistry of master folk singer and guitarist David Philips, no matter how primitive the setting.

We asked acclaimed jazz musician Daniel Bennett a few questions about how he sees the world becoming a better place once the virus threat subsides.

Miles Davis sideman Lenny White joined us to discuss recording the groundbreaking, genre-shattering ‘Bitches Brew,’ released 50 years ago this week.

Accomplished jazz musician Daniel Bennett makes a case for musicians to stay optimistic and pushing forward with their craft during the COVID-19 pandemic.

I was 22 years old in the summer of 1977, when I covered the Great Northern Bluegrass Festival at Mole Lake. It was an unforgettable experience.

The Jimmy Greene of 2020’s ‘While Looking Up’ is the same Jimmy Greene of 2009’s ‘Mission Statement’: a man of faith, eternal hope and steely determination. And, a danged fine musician.

Brian Blade joined Preston Frazier to discuss his new recording with guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel’s trio, and how the coronavirus has impacted things.