Cannonball Adderley, Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson & George Benson | Jazz Epicenter 6.7 with Ralph Johnson
Episode Description
Cannonball Adderley, Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson and George Benson headline this episode of Jazz Epicenter 6.7 with Ralph Johnson on 91.5 KUNV Las Vegas — featuring classic jazz from the 1960s and 1970s, including hard bop, Latin jazz, fusion, and timeless vocal performances.
Hosted by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and seven-time Grammy Award winner Ralph Johnson, this edition of Jazz Epicenter 6.7 explores the “jazz scape” through legendary recordings and iconic albums.
🎷 Featured Artists & Highlights:
- Cannonball Adderley – Jive Samba
- Charles Lloyd – Forest Flower (Live at Monterey)
- Mongo Santamaria – Cold Sweat
- Michael Franks – Antonio’s Song
- Christian McBride Trio – The Lady in My Life (Live at Village Vanguard)
- Shirley Horn – Return to Paradise
- Eddie Harris – Lovely Is Today
- Moserri Santos – April Child
🎹 Hour Two Jazz Classics:
- Herbie Hancock – Butterfly (from Thrust)
- Joe Henderson – Mode for Joe (Blue Note Records)
- Joe Wilson Orchestra – Lighthouse Blues
- George Benson – This Masquerade (from Breezin’)
- Will Downing – Stella by Starlight
- Denise Williams – Free
- Max Roach – Nommo (from Drums Unlimited)
From Blue Note hard bop to 70s jazz fusion and soul-jazz vocals, this episode delivers deep musicianship, improvisation, and timeless groove.
📡 Broadcast on 91.5 KUNV Las Vegas
🎶 Streaming worldwide
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