In Episode 126 of Jazz Epicenter 6.7, host Ralph Johnson guides listeners on a rich musical journey through the timeless sounds of jazz from the 1960s and 1970s — and beyond. Broadcasting from Los Angeles, this episode delivers deep cuts, iconic recordings, and masterful performances that define the golden eras of modern jazz.

The episode features legendary artists including Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers, Herbie Hancock, Cannonball Adderley, Eliane Elias, Jeff Lorber, Chaka Khan, Freddie Hubbard, Pat Metheny Group, Donald Byrd, Shirley Horn, Jimmy Smith, Wes Montgomery, and the San Francisco Jazz Collective. With Ralph Johnson’s signature storytelling and musical insight, Jazz Epicenter 6.7 creates an immersive “jazz scape” — a place where history, groove, and emotion meet.

Designed for serious jazz lovers and curious listeners alike, this episode celebrates the innovation, soul, and lasting influence of classic jazz, fusion, and vocal jazz, reminding us why these recordings continue to inspire generations.

On this episode of Jazz Epicenter 6.7, host Ralph Johnson guides listeners through a masterfully curated journey of jazz from the 1960s and 1970s — an era that continues to define the sound, spirit, and soul of the genre.

Broadcasting from Los Angeles, Ralph opens the hour by inviting listeners into the “jazz scape,” a place without landmarks or boundaries, where the music leads the way. The program features iconic recordings from Miles Davis, including the Marcus Miller-composed title track from Tutu, along with electric sax innovator Eddie Harris, trumpet legend Freddie Hubbard, and the unmistakable vocal stylings of Tamia, Deniece Williams, and Dee Dee Bridgewater

As the journey continues, Ralph highlights landmark performances by Bob James, Bobby Hutcherson, Dexter Gordon, Wes Montgomery, Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett, Dionne Warwick, and Burt Bacharach, seamlessly blending instrumental brilliance with timeless vocal storytelling. The episode closes with reflective selections that underscore jazz’s enduring emotional depth and spiritual resonance.

Jazz Epicenter 6.7 remains a destination for lifelong jazz fans and new listeners alike — a place where classic recordings are not just remembered, but re-experienced with intention, context, and reverence.

Step into the Jazz Scape with Ralph Johnson on another immersive episode of Jazz Epicenter 6.7, featuring the finest jazz from the 1960s, 1970s, and beyond.

This episode weaves together legendary performances and thoughtful storytelling, spotlighting iconic artists including Miles Davis, Gerald Wilson, The Jazz Crusaders, Chucho Valdés, Al Jarreau, Michael Brecker, Ahmad Jamal, Dianne Reeves, Stanley Turrentine, Cal Tjader, and more. From hard bop and modal jazz to Latin jazz, vocal jazz, and CTI-era classics, Ralph curates a timeless journey through the music that shaped modern jazz.

Listeners will hear celebrated recordings such as Seven Steps to Heaven, Eleanor Rigby, African Skies, Round Midnight, Poinciana, and other enduring jazz compositions—each placed in context with Ralph Johnson’s signature insight and reverence for the art form.

Jazz Epicenter 6.7 is more than a playlist—it’s a guided tour through jazz history, hosted by a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Kennedy Center honoree, and seven-time Grammy Award winner. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz fan or discovering classic jazz for the first time, this episode offers a deep, soulful listening experience that rewards close attention.

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