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KNKX Public Radio
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Приєднався 30 вер 2008
Ranked as one of the most popular public radio stations in the nation, KNKX has been bringing award-winning local and national news, jazz and blues to Western Washington since 1966.
KNKX broadcasts from our studios near the Pike Place Market in Seattle and downtown Tacoma. We pride ourselves on being the region's leading source of award-winning jazz, blues, and NPR news. Start listening today at KNKX.org and check out our 24/7 internet jazz radio at Jazz24.org
KNKX broadcasts from our studios near the Pike Place Market in Seattle and downtown Tacoma. We pride ourselves on being the region's leading source of award-winning jazz, blues, and NPR news. Start listening today at KNKX.org and check out our 24/7 internet jazz radio at Jazz24.org
Monty Alexander | Live at Dimitriou's Jazz Alley
The nostalgia was thick in the air at Seattle’s Jazz Alley as pianist Monty Alexander celebrated his 80th birthday on a stage he’s played hundreds of times. Alexander spent part of the visit reconnecting with an old friend, John Dimitriou, the owner of Jazz Alley since its opening in 1980.
Alexander's birthday, June 6, also marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when allied forces landed in northern France in 1944 and changed the direction of World War II. It's impossible to forget when you're born on such a famous date.
“You’re reminded your whole life," Alexander said. "And when your parents name you after the British General (Field Marshal "Monty" Bernard Law Montgomery) you’re aware of it.”
His new album D-Day includes a couple songs from the era and several original songs by the prolific pianist. It also arrives with moving message, no matter the decade.
"It’s about saying, ‘War is not the answer’ and we need to fight for peace. As musicians, that’s what we do. We want to see people come together,” Alexander explained.
Alexander and Dimitriou first came together in the 1970s when the latter left his hometown of Seattle and was running Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. It's now the longest running supper club in the nation.
“He had the desire to be a drummer,” Alexander recalled.
“I was a bad drummer - it was the best thing that happened to me!” Dimitrou exclaimed.
Alexander pointed out the lasting impact of Dimitriou’s time in the other Washington.
“I was there when John came and spruced up the place, that was the beginning of Blues Alley stepping up," he said. "And he met his wife to be!”
Dimitriou's now been married to his sweetheart Carla for 49 years. He called Alexander a real jazz musician because “he makes people feel good about his playing and that’s extraordinary, and there are few people who do that.”
In the end, the point for Alexander and Dimitriou is to bring people together. The pianist directed the club owner to a portrait of Louis Armstrong that hangs on the wall at Jazz Alley as a poignant example of what they’re both trying to do.
“Maybe John doesn’t realize how important it is,” Alexander said. “To see Louis Armstrong over there looking at you… that was my hero. I saw him in Kingston, Jamaica in 1956. It was like a church meeting! There’s something about music. I don’t just hear it, I feel it. I smell it. It’s the joy of life. It’s fun!”
You’re sure to hear and feel (and maybe smell?) the fun Monty Alexander shared with bassist Luke Sellick, drummer Jason Brown and John Dimitriou on stage at Jazz Alley.
Musicians:
Monty Alexander - piano
Luke Sellick - bass
Jason Brown - drums
Songs:
0:00 Think Twice
7:58 Look Up
15:59 River of Peace
Audio:
Brian Moynihan
Video:
Parker Miles Blohm
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Alexander's birthday, June 6, also marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when allied forces landed in northern France in 1944 and changed the direction of World War II. It's impossible to forget when you're born on such a famous date.
“You’re reminded your whole life," Alexander said. "And when your parents name you after the British General (Field Marshal "Monty" Bernard Law Montgomery) you’re aware of it.”
His new album D-Day includes a couple songs from the era and several original songs by the prolific pianist. It also arrives with moving message, no matter the decade.
"It’s about saying, ‘War is not the answer’ and we need to fight for peace. As musicians, that’s what we do. We want to see people come together,” Alexander explained.
Alexander and Dimitriou first came together in the 1970s when the latter left his hometown of Seattle and was running Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. It's now the longest running supper club in the nation.
“He had the desire to be a drummer,” Alexander recalled.
“I was a bad drummer - it was the best thing that happened to me!” Dimitrou exclaimed.
Alexander pointed out the lasting impact of Dimitriou’s time in the other Washington.
“I was there when John came and spruced up the place, that was the beginning of Blues Alley stepping up," he said. "And he met his wife to be!”
Dimitriou's now been married to his sweetheart Carla for 49 years. He called Alexander a real jazz musician because “he makes people feel good about his playing and that’s extraordinary, and there are few people who do that.”
In the end, the point for Alexander and Dimitriou is to bring people together. The pianist directed the club owner to a portrait of Louis Armstrong that hangs on the wall at Jazz Alley as a poignant example of what they’re both trying to do.
“Maybe John doesn’t realize how important it is,” Alexander said. “To see Louis Armstrong over there looking at you… that was my hero. I saw him in Kingston, Jamaica in 1956. It was like a church meeting! There’s something about music. I don’t just hear it, I feel it. I smell it. It’s the joy of life. It’s fun!”
You’re sure to hear and feel (and maybe smell?) the fun Monty Alexander shared with bassist Luke Sellick, drummer Jason Brown and John Dimitriou on stage at Jazz Alley.
Musicians:
Monty Alexander - piano
Luke Sellick - bass
Jason Brown - drums
Songs:
0:00 Think Twice
7:58 Look Up
15:59 River of Peace
Audio:
Brian Moynihan
Video:
Parker Miles Blohm
Subscribe to see more jazz performances and concerts from KNKX Public Radio.
KNKX On-Demand (Listen to interviews from our Studio Sessions!)
ondemand.knkx.org
24/7 JAZZ RADIO!
www.jazz24.org
FOLLOW US!
Facebook: knkxfm
Instagram: knkx885
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@knkx885
KNKX Public Radio broadcasts from Seattle & Tacoma, Washington. Listen to us online at www.KNKX.org
#knkx #jazz
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I remember you-ooh You're the one who made my dreams come true A few kisses ago I remember you-ooh You're the one who said, "I love you, too" Yes, I do, didn't cha know? I remember, too, a distant bell and stars that fell Like the rain out of the blue When my life is through And the angels ask me to recall The thrill of it all Then I will tell them I remember you-ooh I remember, too, a distant bell and stars that fell Just like the rain out of the blue When my life is through And the angels ask me to recall The thrill of it all Then I will tell them I remember, tell them I remember Tell them I remember you Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: Johnny Mercer / Victor Schertzinger
Neto de peixe...
Canção maravilhosa
I know I’ve heard this piece before because KNKX tends to repeat a bit but today it snatched me. Each part meant so much to me. You know what……now that I think about it, he was an avatar. I sought out him and Joshua Redmond and a few others to bridge me from Trane and Miles played on repeat. Mr. Hargrove came, did that, and went back home after his gig in this realm.
2:25
Saw him yesterday at the RIJF. Wow! Made me come here.
Listening to Monk's Dream this morning by Benny Green, put me in a good mood all day. The sharp dissonance and beautiful melodic center of Monk's composition adds balance, logic and reason to my start and I can reflect strongly on my goals and accomplishments, I will sleep well Round Midnight.
This vibe is incredible! How can I get/hear the entire session?
Check it out here: ua-cam.com/video/J2S-0hpdVlA/v-deo.html
@@knkx Thank you!!!
Wish I’d found this ages ago! Shoutout to my old band mates Duffy, Chris, Dave and..who is that, Bleeding Gums Murphy? Naw that’s John…”so on and so forth”! Lots of musical memories here….
💜
my goodness!
Manhattan Transfer At Their Very Best 🎶
Those cats groove.
saw this guy at Newport in 2022 - been a fan since 👍
😁👏👏👏👏💋👍👍👍♥️💪💪💪🙏🙏🍾🥂💌
There's only one cat who can play like Cyrus.
❤❤❤❤❤❤
Damn girl, you just took my heart....WOW!
super nice !!! thanx
If you haven’t done so already please listen to Rachelle at the homegoing of Bernie Mac. You will truly be in awe
I am such a fan of Rachelle’s. You doesn’t just sing 🎶 a song 🎵 she feels every note 🎵 and brings you in along for the ride. Her music 🎼 encompasses your whole body, mind, and spirit and it’s not often that music can master all three. You are a true renaissance woman Ms. Ferrell
Gran trompetista. Pésimo tema.
A family affair😊😊😊
Sweet!
I hear Roy Hagrove and that sound be considered a big thumbs up.
Gosto do Som desse cara a muitos anos! Suingue de qualidade! Aqui no Brasil, Curtimos muito!
0:01 Midnight Crisp 7:32 Mala 16:15 It's OK
A musician's musician.
oh my god
The soul is where is ur sounds hit. I'm an aspiring performing artist in Cameroon and u inspire me all d time
Nice band, nice violinist❤
Just great. DLO 3 ,Forever - ua-cam.com/video/rQEdtA_K6WY/v-deo.html
Thank you ❤
Thank you for watching!
Si Miles viviera lo invitaría a tocar. Y Dizzy también...
You don't have to sell your soul to be an excellent musician!
What a treat!
O que é bom se eterniza.
Please play this song when you guys come to Baltimore in August. That was fire.🔥
Billy Martin - such calm groove.
yas, since 1981, still, just plain good music, for all ocassions and moods
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New favorite guitarist Julian Lage
This is so hip.
These are some players!
You knew you were up for a treat right from the no-prisoners way Arturo counted it off at the start. Insane version.
Ich finde euch großartig.
Funk is life
Que grandes guitartistas.
Pero que buenos. Fantásticas versiones.