Jazz On 90.1 FM KKFI

KKFI 90.1FM has been the soundtrack to the KC region since 1988. Racial justice and social equality are not cause du jour's for us, it is the reason we are here. We have been talking the talk and walking the walk for decades and although it is progress to have these topics on the table, that just a start to the work that needs to be done.With your support we will further the conversations and keep everyone informed. Be it talk shows, music programs, shows about the arts scene. We are here everyday for you and because of you.

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It takes a village around here. Thanks to the host of River Trade Radio, KKFI volunteer and union electrician Scott Stanton, who installed some LED lights and a dimmer switch in our new Production Studio 2. They’re bright and totally quiet! 🎙🎚💡📻

With your support, we continue to be the voice of the community.

Tune in to KKFI 90.1 FM from 1-3pm today to hear the brand new single from Eddie Moore! Plus, spring-y tunes from the Maria Schneider, Tivon Pennicott, and Bill Frisell.

streaming at kkfi.org

Our friends over at River Trade Radio are always spinning great stuff every Sunday from 9-11am on KKFI 90.1 FM.

First spin on River Trade Radio!!

KKFI celebrates 33 years on the air today, launched 1pm February 28, 1988 broadcasting Bob Dylan’s “When The Ship Comes In” 🚢 from founding member Tom Crane’s basement.

But the story began 11 years before with the formation of the Mid-Coast Radio Project. 📻

Learn all sorts of interesting pieces of KKFI’s history at kkfistory.org, created by Tom, who also hosts World Sound Radio Sundays at 1pm.

Want to help keep the ship afloat? Consider a donation in honor of the history of KKFI AND it’s future!
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What does Kansas City jazz sound like today? Thankfully, it sounds like Marcus Lewis, Eddie Moore, Alaturka and so many more genre pushing artists. KKFI 90.1 FM is proud to amplify their sound with our 100,000 watts of community radio power.

BUT, we can't do it without your support. Call 888-931-0901 or go online at kkfi.org/donate and make a donation to YOUR community radio station.

Tune in 1-3pm to hear this great music, plus Chick Corea, Tivon Pennicott and more. We'll be joined (on the phone) by Marcus as well as former guest DJ Jeff Morgan from Morgan Miller Plumbing.

Tune in Monday 1-3pm on KKFI 90.1 FM / kkfi.org to hear this brand new music from Blue Note Records...

"R+R=NOW Live" (out Feb. 12) is a new live album from the dream team collective featuring Robert Glasper, Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, Terrace Martin, Derrick Hodge, Taylor McFerrin & Justin Tyson recorded at the Blue Note Jazz Club in NYC. Pre-order: https://rrnow.lnk.to/RRNOWLive

Hear their cover of Kendrick Lamar's "How Much A Dollar Cost": https://rrnow.lnk.to/HowMuchADollarCost

Happy Birthday Jay McShann!

Jazz pianist Jay McShann was born on this day in 1909 in Muskogee, Oklahoma! For those who know Kansas City jazz, McShann and his musical groups, including the Jay McShann Orchestra and The Blue Devils, were essential to building the city's jazz legacy. He gave Charlie Parker his first big break by touring across the Midwest as a territory band; he'd play at countless jam sessions at Mutual Musicians Foundation; and, one of the most important highlights, he was one of the main ambassadors of the museum when it first opened in 1997 and continued to assist its growth up to his passing in 2006.

One of his pianos sits in our permanent exhibit and he's featured three separate times on our wall of musicians inside The Blue Room. His spirits lingers on throughout our beautiful spaces and through one of our museum's documentaries, "Jazz Is."

Similar to our last post about saxophonist/flautist Frank Wess last week, we know there's been a lot going on in our country and we want to remind you: we are here. We are here as a space of education, entertainment, and enjoyment. Whether you come to us for a COVID-19 friendly visit or engage with our digital resources, we hope you can find some peace with us soon 🎷🏛️

Who's ready for scratch and sniff jazz music? We'll hear "SUPERSENSE" from trumpeter Steph Richards, plus more of our favorite music from 2020, including Artemis, Maria Mendes with John Beasley & The Metropole Orkest, and more. Tune in from 1-3pm on KKFI 90.1 FM or streaming at kkfi.org.

We are still working our way through some favorite 2020 releases today on Jazz Afternoon. Tune in 1-3pm on 90.1 FM / kkfi.org and hear music from Art Blakey, Immanuel Wilkins, Gerald Clayton, Billy Childs and more!

Today on Jazz Afternoon, we'll feature some more of our favorite recordings from 2020 and hear a brand new track from KC's own Grand Marquis. Tune in 1-3pm on 90.1 FM / kkfi.org to hear music from Gilfema, Purna Loka Ensemble, Asher Gamedze, Godwin Louis, Hermon Mehari, Ambrose Akinmusire and more!

Your support really does make a difference. Our 2019 year end giving campaign went towards station upgrades like improved network capabilities, a Radio Data System, and the creation of a Podcast/2nd Production Studio. This year we are asking for your support toward the Tower Backup Project. We want to ensure that KKFI will be a voice for the community rain or shine...power or no power. Please consider a year end donation at kkfi.org/donate or https://www.facebook.com/donate/180390267113608/

Tune in to Jazz Afternoon 1-3pm on KKFI 90.1 FM / streaming at kkfi.org to hear this classic album, recorded 57 years ago today.

Plus, lots of new music and a light dusting of some holiday music.

On this day in 1963 pianist Andrew Hill was Van Gelder Studio recording Smoke Stack for Blue Note Records

A truly original voice on the piano, perhaps not as celebrated as some of his peers, Hill was an innovative composer as well. This album features a somewhat unusual lineup consisting of piano, two (!) double basses (Richard Davis and Eddie Khan) and drums (Roy Haynes).

Some of today's Jazz pianists whose work was influenced by Hill include Jason Moran, Vijay Iyer, David Virelles, and Simona Premazzi as well as Davis Whitfield and Micah Thomas.

Kansas City history was created on this day back in 1932!

On this day in 1932, the Bennie Moten Orchestra entered the studio for what proved to be its final recording session.

Performing arrangements by Eddie Durham, the band featured such extraordinary artists as Oran "Hot Lips" Page, Ben Webster, Walter Page, Jimmy Rushing, and--most crucially--Count Basie.

Indeed, while these sessions heralded the end of the Moten Orchestra, the loose, swinging, and bluesy arrangements looked ahead to the rise of the Count Basie Orchestra: Count Basie himself would draw heavily from this band's personnel and musical blueprint. While every track from this date is a treasure, "Blue Room" and "Moten Swing" particularly stand out as some of the finest tracks of the era.

If you are looking for a unique gift idea and want to support your community radio station at the same time, please check out the KKFI Prize Closet. We have lots of KKFI gear available, and don't forget about the always popular Guest DJ Certificate! 🎁👉 kkfi.org/prizecloset

Tune in 1-3pm today for a very special Jazz Afternoon on KKFI 90.1 FM / streaming at kkfi.org.

Host Sam Wisman will interview the legendary drummer, pianist and visionary Jack DeJohnette. We'll hear brand new, never before heard recordings of Jack with Bill Evans & Eddie Gomez, Live at Ronnies Scotts in 1968, released by Resonance Records. Plus, a partial career retrospective highlighting records from 1965 through 2017.

"I very much do, and have to live in the moment. I truly do not cry over small things...and it is all about perspective." - Molly Hammer

Tune in to Jazz Afternoon on KKFI 90.1 FM today from 1-3pm (streaming at kkfi.org) for a candid and moving interview with the late GREAT Molly Hammer from May of 2020. She opens up about music, fighting cancer and the importance of perspective and priorities. We'll hear some of her favorite music, as well as her latest record "I'm Feeling Mellow." All of the proceeds will go to support The Midwest Music Foundation.

We'll also hear Jane Monheit, Sarah Vaughan, and new releases from Eric Reed, Bill Evans and more!

Opening two long lost time capsules today on Jazz Afternoon 1-3pm on KKFI 90.1 FM / streaming at kkfi.org. New releases from Bill Evans and Dave Brubeck 🎹🏆!

Plus new music from The Yellowjackets, The Ishmael Ensemble, Miki Yamanaka Music, Peter Bernstein and more.

Local music all weekend on KKFI 90.1 FM!

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Very happy to welcome Lonnie McFadden back to Jazz Afternoon today 1-3pm on KKFI 90.1 FM / streaming at kkfi.org. We'll hear Lonnie's music and all about the brand new Lonnies Reno Club!

Also, tune in for new music from Molly Hammer, Fred Hersch, Joel Ross and classics from Diz, OP, Pops, and more!

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HBD RVG!

New music from Molly Hammer today on Jazz Afternoon. Tune in 1-3pm on KKFI 90.1 FM / streaming at kkfi.org.

Also, you'll hear new music from Loudon Wainwright III, Maria Mendes, Ron Miles Music, and more!