The Jazz Jam

By: The Jazz Jam Podcast
  • Summary

  • Two seasoned musicians and long-time friends discuss the most prominent classic jazz albums in addition to reviewing new and modern albums and artists. Join KC-based saxophonist Max Levy and Organist Dwain Gunnels as they take a deep dive into jazz albums of all different shapes and sizes.
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  • The Bridge by Sonny Rollins
    Mar 13 2025

    This week, we dive into Sonny Rollins' triumphant return after a two-year sabbatical with The Bridge. This landmark album showcases a pianoless quartet, featuring the brilliant addition of Jim Hall on guitar. Tune in as we break down the album, discuss its impact, and reveal how we arrived at our overall rating of 9.0/10!

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    Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

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    Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

    Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Portrait by Samara Joy
    Feb 6 2025

    On this week's episode we head back into the world of blossoming jazz star, Samara Joy. Her sophomore Verve release takes a step forward into new territory with daring arrangements of many different standards. Our overall combined rating for the album is 9.2/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

    Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

    Website: Click here!

    Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

    Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Friends And Strangers by Ronnie Laws
    Dec 11 2024

    On this week's episode we direct our attention to the funk fusion class "Friends And Strangers" by Ronnie Laws. The 1977 release is a fundamental recording in the jazz fusion sphere. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.7/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!

    Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com

    Website: Click here!

    Instagram: @thejazzjampodcast

    Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist

    This episode may contain copyrighted material, the use of which may not have been authorized by the copyright owner. The material contained in this podcast is distributed without profit for research and educational purposes. This should constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material (referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law).

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    1 hr and 13 mins
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