The Voice That Shattered Glass

September 11, 2019

In the 1970s, Fitzgerald became the face (and glass-shattering voice) of Memorex tapes. It fueled a career revival that extended her relevance and positioned her to pass the torch to a new generation.

Billie Full Of Grace

August 20, 2019

The only place Holiday received formal vocal instruction also gave her bad-girl cred and an ambitious spiritual discipline. It was The House Of The Good Shepherd For Colored Girls, a Catholic convent.

Empress Of The Stage

August 12, 2019

How do we understand the music of the early 20th Century if we consider Bessie Smith — seriously — as an actress?

Ear To Ear: Here’s What CapRadio’s Jazz Hosts Are Loving This August

August 6, 2019

Our jazz music hosts are your tastemakers on the air, but this monthly playlist will give you a peek into their minds (and ears) with some of their personal favorite pieces.

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Want To Share Your CapRadio Story With Other Listeners? Great!

July 24, 2019

If you're a fan of CapRadio's music station, we're eager to hear from you!

João Gilberto, Master Of Bossa Nova, Dies At 88

July 8, 2019

The Brazilian singer and guitarist, who won wide acclaim for his abundant technical skill and minimalist style, was behind one of the best-selling jazz albums of all time, 1964's Getz/Gilberto.

Ear To Ear: Here’s What CapRadio’s Jazz Hosts Are Grooving To This July

July 2, 2019

You hear them all the time on the radio, but our CapRadio jazz hosts have put together a new monthly playlist to give you a peek into their personal library.

Joel Ross And His (Exceptionally) Good Vibes

June 19, 2019

The vibraphonist has a "love-hate relationship" with his instrument that has been helpful in perfecting his craft — but it wouldn't mean much without the deep emotional well he pulls from.

Insight With Beth Ruyak

Sound Advice: New Releases By Top Female Jazz Vocalists

June 13, 2019

CapRadio’s Jazz Music Director Gary Vercelli highlights notable new releases by today’s top female jazz vocalists, including Calabria Foti, Tierney Sutton, Mary Stallings, and Nicki Parrott.

Smithsonian Folkways Celebrates 50 Years Of Jazz Fest's Serendipity

June 8, 2019

The 50th anniversary Jazz Fest: The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival box set, out now, focuses on jazz legends and rising stars from the region.