Kevin Godley, William Shatner and Raphael Pannier are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.

Jason Stein and Adam Shead’s ‘Synaptic Atlas’ is not at all about notes and charts but rather, making a metaphysical connection and exchange through their instruments.

‘Molecular’ uses the double helix DNA component structure as a compass to guide James Brandon Lewis’ own harmonic map.

‘Time’ is a journey of discovery, not only in Jess Gillam’s mastery of her instrument but also in re-worked compositions.

Norah Jones’ continuous search for new sounds and new collaborators has resulted in a varied career that seems to satisfy her enormous talents.

John R. Smith of Nu Shooz joins Ross Boissoneau to discuss key records by John Coltrane, the Toshiki Akiyoshi-Lew Tabakin Big Band, and Stevie Wonder.

Matthew Shipp and Rob Brown’s ‘Then Now’ finds two fiercely individual artists blending into a creative whole without compromising their identities.

‘Once Upon a Time’ explores the possible directions that Bob James largely eschewed in favor of a more melodic – and popular – approach.

Allman Betts Band, Randy Goodrum and Ian Dury are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.

A restless, progressive artist through the last 50 years, Terje Rypdal shows he can still pack large ideas into a small band within the tighter confines of a studio.