(The Ghost of Christmas Past)

Celebrating Christmas and also celebrating the 90th anniversary of the campaign to ban jazz in Ireland, which seems to have failed.

Track list for The Christmas Box 2024

1. Gin for Christmas: Lionel Hampton
2. Swingin’ Them Jingle Bells: Fats Waller
3. Jingle Bells: Benny Carter
4. When Winter Comes: Artie Shaw
5. Christmas Night in Harlem: Paul Whiteman
6. Santa’s Secret: Johnny Guarneri & Slam Stewart
7. Bounce of the Sugar Plum Fairy: John Kirby
8. Wild Party 1934: Fletcher Henderson
9. I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm:Billie Holliday
10. Santa Claus is coming to Town: Bing Crosby & The Andrews Sisters
11. Freeze and Melt: Eddie Lang
12. The Christmas Song: Dinah Shore
13. It Happened in Sun Valley: Glenn Miller
14. Santa Claus Blues: Red Onion Jazz Band
15. Freeze Out: Clarence Williams
16. At The Christmas Ball: Bessie Smith
17. Snowfall: Claude Thornhill
18. Sleighride: Eddie Higgins

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The celebrated composer, orchestrator and arranger, and sometime trumpet player, Quincy Jones, died November 3rd aged 91. The Hot Box looks at the jazz contribution he made in the latter part of the 20th century, with tracks from Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan, Ray Charles, Nat King Cole and the man himself.

Track list for The Hot Box #133 – Remembering Quincy Jones

1. Rat Race: Count Basie Orchestra
2. Muttnik: Count Basie Orchestra
3. Hicky Burr: Bill Cosby and Quincy Jones
4. Eubie Walkin’: Bill Cosby and Quincy Jones
5. No More Blues: Quincy Jones Big Band
6. Birth of the Band: Quincy Jones Big Band
7. Let the Good Times Roll: Ray Charles
8. The Midnight Sun Never Sets; Sarah Vaughan
9. Joe Turner’s Blues: Nat King Cole
10. Have You Met Benny Bailey? Count Basie Orchestra
11. Rat Race: Count Basie Orchestra
12. Listen Up: Quincy Jones

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The Hot Box #132, an hour-long exploration of fresh and exciting sounds in jazz. This episode dives into new material from remarkable artists, blending the vibrancy of contemporary jazz with the timeless artistry of legends. Featuring tracks from John Donegan’s Irish Sextet, Shuteen Erdenebaatar, and the Jihye Lee Orchestra, the episode showcases dynamic compositions and inventive storytelling.

Listeners will also revisit the brilliance of guitar virtuosos Louis Stewart and Martin Taylor, alongside a stirring collaboration from Geri Allen and Kurt Rosenwinkel. It’s a rich, varied playlist that promises to engage jazz enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Tune in and discover something new!

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This special episode pays tribute to the remarkable life and music of the late Benny Golson — a saxophonist, composer, and arranger whose profound influence on jazz endures through both his compositions and recordings. Golson’s legacy is woven into jazz history, known for iconic pieces that have become standards in the jazz repertoire.

In today’s episode, we’ll hear selections from Golson’s esteemed career, including his own performances and interpretations of his work by legends like Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers and Quincy Jones. We’ll journey through classics like “Along Came Betty,” “Whisper Not,” and “I Remember Clifford,” showcasing the depth of Golson’s contributions to jazz. So, sit back and join us as we celebrate the music and memory of Benny Golson.

The Hot Box #131 Track Listing

1. Along Came Betty: Quincy Jones “Birth of the Blues” Essential Jazz EJC55448
2. Moanin’: Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers: Not Now NOT2CD344
3. Whisper Not: Benny Golson “New Tunes, New’tet” Concord 0888072311213
4. Domingo: Benny Golson “Domingo” Dreyfus Jazz FDM36557-2
5. Dear Kathy: Benny Golson “Turning Point” Gambit 69250
6. Killer Joe: Benny Golson “Terminal 1” Concord CCD 2259-2
7. I Remember Clifford: Quincy Jones “Birth of a Band” Essential Jazz EJC55448
8. Blues March: Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers Not Now NOT2CD344
9. Uptown Afternoon: Benny Golson “New Tunes, New’tet” Concord 0888072311213

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In this episode of The Hot Box, we revisit a theme from episode #128 where we took a deep dive into the piano files, looking for the slightly less obviously famous musicians but still among the very best in the world.

The Hot Box #129 Track Listing

1. Blues in Baxters Pad: Gene Harris Quartet (from the album “At Ste.Chapelle Winery”)
2. Japanese Brunch: David Budway (from the album “A New Kiss”)
3. Ask Me Now: Russell Malone & Benny Green (from the album “Jazz at the Bistro”)
4. Tale of the Fingers: Russell Malone& Benny Green (from the album “Jazz at the Bistro”)
5. Alligator Crawl: Ralph Sutton & Peter O’Brien (from the album “A Stride Odyssey”)
6. My Little Suede Shoes: Gene Harris Quartet (from the album “At Ste.Chapelle Winery”)
7. Wine Wine Wine: Freddie Roach (from the album “Good Move”)
8. Maintain Speed Through the Tunnel: David Budway (from the album “A New Kiss”)
9. Caravan: Dick Hyman (from the album Music of 1937”: Maybeck Recitals volume 3)

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(Note HB 129 is in production but has not been posted yet so will follow 130)

In this special episode of The Hot Box, we pay tribute to the remarkable Russell Malone, a virtuoso guitarist known for his versatility, impeccable swing, and soulful sound. Throughout his distinguished career, Malone collaborated with legends like Diana Krall and Ron Carter, while also shining as a solo artist.

Join us as we journey through a selection of tracks that highlight his incredible artistry. From his unforgettable performances on classics like “Sweet Georgia Peach” to his original compositions like “Malone Blues,” this episode is a celebration of Russell Malone’s enduring legacy in jazz.

Enjoy the music, and let’s remember the brilliance of Russell Malone together!

1. Diana Krall: I’m an Errand Boy for Rhythm: Impulse IMP 11642
2. Ron Carter: Soft Winds: In and Out records LC07588
3. Diana Krall: Frim Fram Sauce: Impulse IMP 11642
4. Russell Malone: Sweet Georgia Peach Impulse IMP12822
5. Diane Reeves: I’m in Love Again Blue Note 0946 3 89658 2 4
6. Russell Malone: St Louis Blues Columbia CK52825
7. Russell Malone: You’ve Got a Friend. MaxJazz MXJ601
8. Russell Malone: Sugar buzz. MaxJazz MXJ601
9. Russell Malone: He said What? MaxJazz MXJ602
10. Russell Malone: Malone Blues MaxJazz MXJ602

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Welcome to the 127th edition of The Hot Box! In the last two episodes, we celebrated Irish albums from start to finish. If you missed them, I highly recommend catching up—those shows were packed with fantastic music.

This time, we’re diving into longer, more immersive tracks designed to help you unwind and savor the beauty of the music. Expect to hear works from the likes of Andy Sheppard, Bill Evans, and selections from the upcoming release of The Dublin Concert, featuring Louis Stewart and Jim Hall, brought to you by Livia Records.

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Firstly, we would like to welcome back Jazz Ireland to the jazz scene and without further ado here’s #126!
www.jazzireland.ie

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The all Irish edition of the Hot Box!

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