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November 28, 2019
by Bill King
In this wide-ranging chat, the veteran broadcaster, record label head, and roots music authority reflects upon the fascinating career spawned by his passion for music.
October 18, 2019
by Bill King
“I'm in town and I'm just putting together my 15th annual Andy Kim Christmas [on December 4 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre at Exhibition Place in Toron
October 11, 2019
by Bill King
Bobby Curtola’s career began at age 15 with Bobby and The Bobcats in Port Arthur, Ontario.
August 16, 2019
by Bill King
From the archives comes this revealing interview with the great jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader who passed away last year. Photo: Bill King
August 9, 2019
by Bill King
From the vaults, here is a fascinating interview with one of jazz's most eloquent and elegant pianists.
August 2, 2019
by Bill King
It’s August and time for that good fun summer read.
July 26, 2019
by Bill King
22 years in, this has been a popular fixture on the GTA jazz landscape. Here artistic director Sarah Kim and board member Mark Lemieux discuss plans for the 2019 edition. Pictured: Archie Alleyne and bandmates.
July 19, 2019
by Bill King
A recent sight in a Montreal hotel lobby induced fond reflections upon an era of precarious internet access in Caribbean countries.
July 5, 2019
by Bill King
A veteran of what he considers the world’s finest jazz festival, Bill King reports from the front lines of the event's 40th edition. Jacob Collier (pictured) was one of many highlights.
June 27, 2019
by Bill King
The Toronto station finds itself in an opportune position to create a playlist that reflects the times and the diversity and multi-ethnic composition of the city. We asked station principals Pat Holiday and Lori Russell for their take on recent changes there. Pictured: Big Sam Williams at TD Jazz Festival.
June 21, 2019
by Bill King
It was around 1956 when pops put up a hoop and strung chicken wire high up the fencing in our southern Indiana back yard.