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http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Wallace Roney recently in Chicago, where he discussed carrying on the legacy of Miles Davis, and passing on that legacy to the next generations.

Music video by Robert Glasper performing Packt Like Sardines In A Crushd Tin Box. (C) 2013 Blue Note Records

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Bobby Watson on his recent visit to Chicago, and he discussed how he came to be a Jazz musician, how he picked the alto sax, and his view of Jazz education now. Don't miss the quote Bobby recalls from Art Blakey when he visited University of Miami as a guest lecturer and addressed the students "You come here to get your diploma, you come with me to get your education" Interested seeing more great interviews? Visit www.irockjazz.com

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Larry Coryell in Chicago at Wayne & Joe Segal's Jazz Showcase between sets, and discussed what it takes to become a professional musician, that to play Jazz, you have to get it. There are skills a musician needs to posses to play this music well. Larry also discusses what continues to inspire and motivate his creative journey. Interested seeing more great interviews? Visit www.irockjazz.com

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Jeremy Pelt recently in Chicago, where he discussed what needs to be done to bring a young new audience to Jazz, and show that the music is alive and colorful, and not just in B&W in a museum. This is the IRockJazz mission statement also: "iRock Jazz pays homage to jazz immortals living and dead who help shape a value system that inspires not only a new genre of artists who play and write, but also promotes their music to ensure that true creativity will be properly documented."

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Russell Malone recently in Chicago, where he discussed getting into the Jazz scene.

The first time that played at the Village Gate in New York, Tito Puente just happened to be sitting in the first seat of the venue. He was there that night to see if Poncho Sanchez and his band could play.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Etienne Charles recently in Chicago, where he discussed Jazz and how he breaks it down into a shared moment,

http://www.irockjazz.com iRockJazz caught up with renowned jazz trumpeter Roy Hargrove at the 2011 Chicago Jazz Fest. Shot/Edited by David Burkart Produced by John Moultrie Media of iRock Jazz

Music video by Robert Glasper performing Golden Lady (1 Mic 1 Take). (P) (C) 2013 Blue Note Records. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Manufactured by Blue Note Records, 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz had the opportunity to interview Gregory Porter at his recent appearance at Mayne Stage, in Chicago, where he discussed his early influences, and how all his experiences in music impact his style, from formative years in the church choir where his mother was a pastor, to the stage at Lincoln Center.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz had the opportunity to interview Ali Jackson back stage at the 2012 Detroit Jazz Festival, and we discussed his musical upbringing, and philosophy of playing the music seriously. Special Thanks to 2012 Detroit Jazz Festival and its Sponsors Chrysler Mack Avenue Records DL Media Charhartt Chase JPMorgan You All Rock!!

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Donald Harrison in Chicago, and he discussed the roots of the music we call jazz.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Wallace Roney recently in Chicago, where he discussed making your own music, in response to critics that claim he is just a Miles imitator.

Grammy Award Winner Poncho Sanchez talks to IRock Jazz about how he was introduced to Jazz music. Sanchez's music influences include Afro-Cuban and Bebop. Sanchez is a music virtuoso well versed in playing a number of instruments- he plays flute, guitar, timbales, but he's most famous for playing the congas.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz had the opportunity to cover Robert Glasper in concert and behind the scenes recently at Hope College, in Holland, Michigan. In this interview, Robert discusses the new CD release, 'Black Radio', and how the project came together. Interested seeing more great interviews? Visit www.irockjazz.com

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz had the opportunity to cover Robert Glasper in concert and behind the scenes recently at Hope College, in Holland, Michigan. In this extended interview, we captured the up and coming new artist setting the stage for the future of Jazz, with new fusions of Hip Hop, R&B, and Rock to bring the music into the modern vernacular.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Kenny Barron in Chicago, and we discussed the trends in Modern Jazz, and how the music has taken a turn towards the intellectual technique, and away from the heart, and how that impacts the memorability of the music by the audience. Interested seeing more great interviews? Visit www.irockjazz.com

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Roy Hargrove in Chicago, and Roy discusses his background in music, his roots in a gospel upbringing, and how the music he plays is from the heart, and the creator.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Roy Hargrove in Chicago, and discussed how music is ever present in his thoughts, and how he will be inspired, and is thinking about music all the time... Interested seeing more great interviews? Visit www.irockjazz.com

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Russell Malone recently in Chicago, where he discussed why Jazz is not gaining popularity, and how important it is to play for the audience, and engage them, and not perform for the critics who prefer the Out for Out's sake.

http://IRockJazz.com IRockJazz caught Wallace Roney recently in Chicago, where he discussed his playing with hiphop artists, and how Jazz integrates with any other musical trends.