Jazz United
Jazz United
Greg Bryant, Nate Chinen
Jazz United was a wide-ranging conversation show from WBGO Studios, hosted by critic Nate Chinen and broadcaster Greg Bryant. Covering a host of subjects relevant to the musical community, it draws on the shared enthusiasms of its hosts as well as some key differences. Bryant, former host of Jazz After Hours, is a seasoned radio host and musician; Chinen is a longtime journalist and the author of Playing Changes: Jazz For the New Century. Jazz United brings their distinct perspectives into dialogue, with the music always in center focus.Check out the rest of our line up at WBGO Studios.
Carla Bley at 85: In Praise and Awe of an Unfettered Genius
Jazz United celebrates Carla Bley, the irrefutably original composer and pianist, as she rounds the corner on an 85th birthday.
Oct 18, 2023
28 min
Sorting through our mixed feelings about Oscar Peterson
On the final episode of Jazz United, Greg Bryant and Nate Chinen work out their mutual ambivalence about one of jazz's best-loved virtuosos.
Feb 25, 2022
57 min
We're in this together
Jazz United began with a literal conversation, as Greg Bryant and Nate Chinen met up for some music just over two years ago. We're proud of how far we've come, and now we're asking for your support.
Feb 18, 2022
3 min
From cacophony to clarity: Cecil Taylor's 1973 return concert is a fresh revelation
Jazz United considers the vital challenge and rich reward of 'Cecil Taylor - The Complete, Legendary, Live Return Concert.'
Feb 11, 2022
46 min
Digging into 'Dilla Time,' and the legacy of a rhythm pioneer
Jazz United digs deep into the trailblazing rhythm legacy of hip-hop producer J Dilla — in conversation with Dan Charnas, author of an essential new book, 'Dilla Time.'
Jan 28, 2022
59 min
Our New Year's Resolutions
As 2022 gets underway, we're energized with a spirit of renewal. So we decided to devote this episode of Jazz United to some New Year’s resolutions.
Jan 14, 2022
44 min
The Year in Jazz: Our farewell to 2021, from the National Jazz Museum in Harlem
For a dynamic look back at 2021, Nate Chinen and Greg Bryant welcomed critic Jordannah Elizabeth to a panel discussion at the National Jazz Museum in Harlem.
Dec 28, 2021
1 hr 24 min
A Tale of Two Kenny Gs
One is a chart-topping juggernaut who has sparked musical controversy for the last 35 years. The other is a master who’s spent that same span of time balancing improvisational fire with lyrical soul. Yes, in both instances we’re talking about saxophonist Kenny G — Gorelick in the first case, and Garrett in the second. As you can imagine, we have some thoughts.
Dec 17, 2021
59 min
Ready or not, here come the yuletide grooves
Greg Bryant is a self-admitted Grinch when it comes to Christmas jazz, while Nate Chinen is a full-blown Elf. Hear them work out their differences on this holiday edition of Jazz United.
Dec 3, 2021
43 min
A decade after his passing, Paul Motian is still with us
Jazz United remembers the incomparable drummer and composer Paul Motian, whose spirit lives on in the music, and in a new documentary film.
Nov 19, 2021
49 min
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