Cannonball Adderley, Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson & George Benson | Jazz Epicenter 6.7 with Ralph Johnson

March 7
1h 56m

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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