Who says that all sax players with world-class jazz chops must restrict themselves to the Blue Notes and Village Vanguards of the world? Not Jay Collins. A product of Portland, Oregon's surprisingly ...

If James Brown is the Godfather of Soul, Maceo Parker is the godson. When it comes to funky music, Parker has been there every step of the way – first as an admirer of soul-jazz saxophonists ...

S1: Welcome to the KPBS summer music scene. In this episode , we'll talk to saxophone player , flutist and vocalist Khalil Dance. The tours regularly with the Rolling Stones has collaborated with ...

The alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin plays jazz that is sprinkled with the rich flavors of funk and soul—she’s a crafty traditionalist who remains in step with the rhythms of the young generation.