Tune in to 8:30, the weekly jazz podcast hosted by Herman "Hollywood" Dawkins and Ray "The Jazzman," where great conversations and timeless music come together. Episode #84 shines a spotlight on legendary jazz musician Cal Tjader, celebrating his groundbreaking contributions to Latin jazz and vibraphone performance. Whether you're a lifelong jazz enthusiast or discovering the genre for the first time, this episode offers engaging stories, musical insights, and a deeper appreciation of Tjader's remarkable legacy. Don't miss another unforgettable edition of 8:30, where jazz history and passion come alive every week.

Songs Include:

1. Soul Sauce

2. Mambo Inn

3. My Ship

4. Afro Blue

5. Oran

6. Cuban Fantasy

7. Warm Song

8. The Prophet

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

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