Jazzism (a katzpheno mix)

Jazzissm Vol. 39

Katzpheno — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:50:44 GMT

Fearless! Have you ever watched an infant child attempt to rollover, sit up or take those first awkward steps to advance from a crawl to a walk? Many a parent watched in awe of their prodigy as he or she boldly went about the task of "moving on up". Look closer at the childs determination, this is not just instinct or preprogrammed human development at work here, you are witnessing fearlessness. How is this small, frail infant capable of such fearless acts, defying gravity, ...and soon defying parental pleas to stop running? Why such a lack of fear? Why? Because they have not yet been taught it. My mother had a cautious refrain she would use anytime she caught one of her children in the act of doing something she thought we ought not...she would say..."stop, you'll poke your eye out!" Why she chose the eyeball I don't know but it always made me think twice and become a little more fearful about what I was up to than I was before she added the gruesome imagery. In her remarks...she passed on the fear factor. In many countless ways we have all been taught the fear factor by others as well as by personal experience. However lessening fear is vital to taking on new challenges and breaking old habits, we need not so much courage to accomplish these things, as we do amnesia. Forget your fears, forget what you've been taught, forget the mistakes of the past or the opinions of others and act out of the joy of sheer self interest. That's what babies do, so act like that infant who wants to walk but has no clue how or that it should be afraid of falling....babies fall and get right back up. If you are facing a new challenge and fear rises, remember you were once that infant...you can be fearless.... face the challenge with a smile and focus on the joy of doing! Now, if you fall or fail, just giggle...drool...and when your ready...crawl over to the edge of the table and try again. In this way you can again become fearless! Jazzism Vol. 39 has some great musical selection for you to enjoy....no need to fear! With Joy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Me'Shell N'degeocello - "Mu Min" Steve Coleman & Five Elements - "Tschanz" Enrico Rava Quartet - "The Fearless Five" Joshua Redman - "Streams of Consiousness" Dion Parsons and Ron Blake - "Silhouette" Cassandra Wilson - "Round Midnight" Sphere - "Hornin' In" Wallace Roney - "Larry Young" Roy Hargrove's Crisol - "Nusia's Poem"

Jazzism Vol. 38

Katzpheno — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 03:47:49 GMT

A Labor of Love! This is Labor Day Weekend in the USA, so to celebrate all the hard work I have done to bring all you "Young Jazz Lovers" out there... mo' of what your Jazzin' for....I'm gonna work a little harder, so you can relax a little more. Call this episode a Labor of Love, a good gift presented in high esteem to my audience.....whom I love. In this gift you will find vocalist holding tight to love, even though they fell like a stranger....because the more they get the more they want,treasures all the way from South Africa, a tribute to a Jazz legend on his 75th Birthday and a nod to an inspiring Presidential candidate. Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Betty Carter - "Tight" Kurt Elling - "The More I Have You" Dee Dee Bridgewater - "I'm A Stranger here Myself" Abdullah Ibrahim - "Zimbabwe" Cedar Walton - "Jacobs Ladder" Wayne Shorter - "JuJu" Miles Davis featuring Wayne Shorter - "ESP" Herbie Hancock - "Norwegein Wood" Dave Holland Quintet - "Juggler's Parade" Kenny Garrett - "G.T.D.S."

Jazzism Vol. 37

Katzpheno — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:08:24 GMT

HARD JAZZ! No smoothies in this one....we left the lumps in the gravy, jus' like grandmomma used ta make it....pour it all over your rice or mashed potatoes, sop up the rest with your bread and oh yeah...it's ok to smack your lips...slurp and burp...your excused. Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers - "A Night In Tunisia" Bobby Watson & Horizon - "The Shaw Of Newark" Terence Blanchard - "Transform" Nicholas Payton - "Paraphernelia" Greg Osby - "Miss De Meena" Charnett Moffett - "Eastwood" Chick Corea Akoustic Band - "Morning Sprite"

Jazzism Vol. 36

Katzpheno — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:32:40 GMT

Peace of Mind. In a world overrun with confusion, conflicts and constant demands, peace of mind may be an impossibility...seemingly so. But as with all challenges we face it may simply be a matter of perception. What we take for granted today were yesterdays impossible dreams. So if you are like me in need of a larger piece of mind, perceive this latest installment of Jazzism and discover the possibility of peace. Jazzism Vol. 36 is a mixture of Jazz Fusion and Spoken Word put together Katzpheno style just for you. Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Roy Ayers Ubiquity - "Third Eye" Jean-Luc Ponty - "Spring Episode" Urban Knights - "Onnikah" Brian Phoenix - "Peace of Mind" George Duke - "Wake Me Gently" Gil Scott - Heron - "Morning Thoughts" Marcus Miller - "Sun Don't Lie" Jaco Pastorious - "Okonkole Y Trompa" Ainsley Burrows - "Rose In Harlem" Miles Davis - "Mr. Pastorious" Wayne Shorter - "Midnight in Carlotta's Hair" Amiri Baraka (w/ The Roots) - "Something In The Way Of Things (In Town)

Jazzism Vol. 35

Katzpheno — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 04:17:33 GMT

Late Night Jazz. Volume 35 arrived a bit late, and for those of you who noticed...please accept my apologies...but as the saying goes better late than never. I'll call this one The Late Night Jazz. From the Marsalis brothers, and the London Blues then back to Cannonball, this episode has got it all! From Metheney's sound, to the RH Factor - stroking it all around, to the drummer of a Lifetime, Jazzism is gonna expand Jazz Like minds...(at least) one time! From Miles to Rachelle and a brother named Grover, Volume 35 will definetly get you over! Better late then never... Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Wynton Marsalis - "Lover" The Brad Mehldau Trio - "London Blues" Branford Marsalis - "Sleepy Hollow" Cannonball Adderley & Miles Davis - "Autumn Leaves" The RH Factor - "The Stroke" Pat Metheny Group - "Tell It All" Tony Williams Lifetime - "Wildlife" Rachelle Ferrell & Russ Barnes - "Reflections of my Heart" Grover Washington, Jr. - "Passion Flower"

Jazzism Vol. 34

Katzpheno — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:08:41 GMT

"If You Eat Well, You Must Speak Well". - Yoruba Proverb Think about all the good in you currently have in your life. Think about all the good you've ever experienced in your life. Now....speak on it! The bible says...from the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks. Makes you wonder why so many of us speak negatively about life, others and ourselves. I believe it is a lack of focus. Focus on the good and speak from there, from that place, from that source. So, if you eat well, been treated well, been cared for, been touched gently, helped, protected, celebrated...EVER! You must speak well...ALWAYS! The music on volume 34 of Jazzism should help remind you of the good things in life, as for me I will let the music do the talking. Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Johnny Griffin - "Just friends" Ron Blake & Johnny Griffin - "Wattswing!" Gary Burton - "Question and Answer" Eliane Elias - "Campari & Soda" Dori Caymmi - "The Pilgrimige" Donald Harrison - "One Of A Kind" Joshua Redman - "Hide and Seek" The Manhattan Transfer - "10 Minutes Before The Savages" Lizz Wright - "Open Your Eyes, You Can Fly" Wallace Roney - "In Her Family"

Jazzism - The Love Show

Katzpheno — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:46:08 GMT

What Is This Thing Called Love? This special Jazzism episode delves into the age old question and with the help of good music and wisdom from our adoring fans, we may have come up with an answer. Then again...this show may lead to more questioning....in any event a good faith effort was made toward giving love a chance...just what the world needs now! Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix featuring: Cassandra Wilson - "You Move Me" Al Jarreau - "Never Explain Love" Michael Henderson - "Be My Girl" Rachelle Ferrell & Will Downing - "Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This" excerpt from the film - "Boomerang" Me'Shell Ndegeocello - "Stay" Maxwell - "Sumthin' Sumthin' (Mellowsmoothie)" Prince - "Goodbye" Keith John - "Why Don't We Try" Amel Larrieux - "Make Me Whole" Smokey Robinson - "The Wedding Song" Stevie Wonder & India.Arie - "A Time To Love"

Jazzism Vol. 33

Katzpheno — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 04:35:25 GMT

Edification. The state of being edified or uplifted. The question I pose to the class is,... "can one be edified via music and if so will Jazz do the trick"? Oh, I must say undoubtedly sir...why many has been the time I have found myself a bit run down...a tad less than and a wonderful riff from a saxophone sent my spirit upward. I believe a drum roll can jump start an exhausted heart, and a sultry voice can send one dreaming...ah yes indeed, Jazz has the stuff and will edify. Well in that case, plant your ear lobes close to this most recent installment of Jazzism and get a musical education on the subject of edification. Class dismissed! Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix Honor Roll: The Lage Lund Quintet - "Shapes and Sounds" Nicholas Payton - "In The Beginning" Betty Carter - "The Good Life" Bobby Watson & Horizon - "Heckle & Jeckle" David Sanchez - "Joyful" Straight Ahead - "My Heart Keeps Crying" James Carter - "Bossa JC" Keith Jarrett, Gary Peacock & Jack DeJohnette - "When I Fall In Love"

Jazzism Vol. 32

Katzpheno — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:01:21 GMT

The Number 32. We have hit 32 volumes of Jazzism (a katzpheno mix)...wow...whooda thunk? What do you think of when you hear the number 32? Well, when I think of the number 32...only one thing comes to mind, Franco! Franco Harris, professional athlete, football player, running back for The Penn State Nittany Lions and The Pittsburgh Steelers...the recipient of "The Immaculate Reception" of NFL lore....the number 32. So...in honor of Franco and the number he wore I have put together what I consider an "Immaculate Dedication" of Jazz musicianship...designed to get a grip upon your hip, make you dip and put a tingle in your upper lip...Jazz-Like Minds will mos' def' dig it...one time! Enjoy, Brian "Katzpheno" Phoenix Starting Lineup: Larry Coryell - "Newest Blues" Terence Blanchard - 'Joe & O" Ahmad Jamal - "Quest for Light" Branford Marsalis featuring Tony Williams - "Citadel" Anita Baker & Cyrus Chestnut - "Summertime" Mose Allison - "Look What You Made Me Do" Les McCann & Eddie Harris - "You Got It In Your Soulness" The Horace Silver Quintet - "Song for My Father" Kenny Garrett - "Sing A Song Of Song"

Jazzism Vol. 31

Katzpheno — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:25:06 GMT

Art 101 col-lage (noun) 1. a) An artistic composition of materials and objects pasted over a surface, often with unifying lines and color. b) A work such as a literary piece, composed of both borrowed and original material. 2. An assemblage of diverse elements; ie (a katzpheno mix) This weeks show is just that and more...just for your ears...can you hear in color? Enjoy, Katzpheno collaged: Kenny Barron Trio - "Solar" Don Byron - "I've Found A New Baby" (segue) - audio excerpt from the film "Miller's Crossing" Wynton Marsalis - "When It's Sleepytime Down South" Cassandra Wilson - "Til There Was You" Billy Childs -"Just Another Day" Cyrus Chestnut & James Carter - "Miss Thing" Geri Allen - "And They Partied" Greg Osby - "Summertime" Gil Scott - Heron - "Speed Kills" Chucho Valdse - "Lorraine's Habanera Collage - "Festivities IV" by Kathryn Fortson prints available at www.art.com

Jazzism Vol. 30

Katzpheno — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 05:10:57 GMT

Change. In life, most times change just doesn't make cents...or sense. I've been through many of life's changes...the ups, the downs and the all arounds and the only thing I know for sure about change - is that it is constant. It occurs to me that acceptance is the key. Change require we remain fluid...be like water. Water has the unique ability to take on the shape of vessel that contains it. You put water in a glass - it becomes the glass, you put water in a pail - it becomes the pail, the circumstances change but the water remains the same. It does so by accepting, not resisting the place it is in. "Be like water" - do this and "change" becomes just another one of those things you "flow" through. Let the music in Jazzism Volume 30 "flow" through you and everything will be all right! Enjoy, Katzpheno featuring: Pharoah Sanders - "Our Roots (Began In Africa)" Wayne Shorter - "On The Milky Way Express" Vinx - "Porch Light" The Crusaders - "Night Theme" Brian Blade & The Fellowship - "Rubylou's Lullaby" David Sanchez - "Karla's Change" Dion Parsons and Ron Blake - "Avocado" Donald Harrison - "Bob Marley" Esparanza Spaulding - "Ponta de Areia"

Jazzism Vol. 29

Katzpheno — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 03:16:16 GMT

Jazz is alive! Jazz is alive.... so pass on the vibe, spread the love, riff on this good feeling, with it you can dance on the floor or the ceiling. Jazz is alive....it has within its core, happy moments...and sad ones too...it reaches the depths of musical expression....anyone with heart can feel the connection. Jazz is alive...born in America...it has growed up and traveled some... it has been exposed to all cultures and vibes and is "loved madly"... worldwide. Jazz is alive... as old as the hills and as young as tommorow, it has paid many dues and has no need to borrow. For you Jazz is you and jazz is me....Jazz is hip and Jazz is free....Jazz is alive as you now see. Enjoy, Katzpheno featuring: Al Jarreau - "Spain (I Can Recall)" Chick Corea - "Flamenco" Eliane Elias - "Samba Triste" Branford Marsalis - "Love Stone" Bobby Watson & Horizon - "P.D. On Great Jones Street" Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers - "Sweet and Sour" Cedar Walton - "March of The Fisherman" The Avi Rothbard Quartet - "JT's blues" Dee Dee Bridgewater - "Lost In The Stars" Lizz Wright - "Soon as I Get Home"