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Jazz Cruises Conversations

Jazz Cruises Conversations invites you to escape to the high seas for the most intimate and candid conversations in music. Go beyond the stage for full-length interviews with the biggest names in jazz and smooth jazz, recorded live on the world"s premier floating music festivals.Guided by veteran host Lee Mergner (and other musicians, comedians, and on-board talent), hear legends open up about their careers, creative process, and lives on the road, all recorded exclusively on sailings of The Jazz

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#8: Michael Cuscuna & Don Was with Mark Ruffin

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/05/14

Michael Cuscuna and Don Was have a lot in common. Both produced Bonnie Raitt, albeit 20 years apart, and more importantly both have played a large part in the legacy of Blue Note Records, with Cuscuna working closely with Bruce Lundvall to produce both new releases and reissues during the 80s and 90s and with Was directing the label as its president since 2012. During Blue Note at Sea, the two sat down with Mark Ruffin at Sirius/XM to talk about their experiences with the label. This episode is

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Michael Cuscuna & Don Was with Mark Ruffin

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/05/14

Michael Cuscuna and Don Was have a lot in common. Both produced Bonnie Raitt, albeit 20 years apart, and more importantly both have played a large part in the legacy of Blue Note Records, with Cuscuna working closely with Bruce Lundvall to produce both new releases and reissues during the 80s and 90s and with Was directing the label as its president since 2012. During Blue Note at Sea, the two sat down with Mark Ruffin at Sirius/XM to talk about their experiences with the label. This ep...

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01:01:05

#7: Dave Grusin with Marcus Miller

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/05/07

Pianist and composer Dave Grusin has had a long and successful career not only as a recording artist and performer but also as a scorer in film and television. Winner of both Grammy and Oscar awards, Grusin has contributed to the scores and soundtracks of more than 100 films and dozens of TV shows. In partnership with the late Larry Rosen, he founded GRP Records, one of the most important record labels in contemporary jazz. During the Smooth Jazz Cruise 2019, Grusin spoke with Marcus Miller about

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#7: Dave Grusin with Marcus Miller

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/05/07

Pianist and composer Dave Grusin has had a long and successful career not only as a recording artist and performer but also as a scorer in film and television. Winner of both Grammy and Oscar awards, Grusin has contributed to the scores and soundtracks of more than 100 films and dozens of TV shows. In partnership with the late Larry Rosen, he founded GRP Records, one of the most important record labels in contemporary jazz. During the Smooth Jazz Cruise 2019, Grusin spoke with Marcus Mi...

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01:02:08

#6: Cyrille Aimee with Eulis Cathey

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/30

The dynamic young vocalist Cyrille Aimee wowed audiences of The Jazz Cruise 2019 with sets that mixed Gypsy jazz, mainstream jazz, and even a little beat boxing, as well as material from her latest album of Sondheim songs. She sat down with Eulis Cathey to talk about how moving to New Orleans revitalized and inspired her. This episode is sponsored by Sirius/XM’s Real Jazz channel. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwide leader in

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62:07

#6: Cyrille Aimee with Eulis Cathey

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/30

The dynamic young vocalist Cyrille Aimee wowed audiences of The Jazz Cruise 2019 with sets that mixed Gypsy jazz, mainstream jazz, and even a little beat boxing, as well as material from her latest album of Sondheim songs. She sat down with Eulis Cathey to talk about how moving to New Orleans revitalized and inspired her. This episode is sponsored by Sirius/XM’s Real Jazz channel. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwide leader...

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#5: Robert Glasper with Don Was

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/23

In this interview from Blue Note at Sea 2019, pianist/keyboardist Robert Glasper talks with Don Was about his creative process and how he seeks new sources of inspiration from contemporary music. Both Glasper and Was are hosts for the cruise which features contemporary jazz. This episode is sponsored by the Blue Note Jazz Clubs. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwide leader in music-themed cruises.

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#5: Robert Glasper with Don Was

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/23

In this interview from Blue Note at Sea 2019, pianist/keyboardist Robert Glasper talks with Don Was about his creative process and how he seeks new sources of inspiration from contemporary music. Both Glasper and Was are hosts for the cruise which features contemporary jazz. This episode is sponsored by the Blue Note Jazz Clubs. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwide leader in music-themed cruises. Send us a text

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01:09:15

#4: Bill Charlap with Dick Golden

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/16

During The Jazz Cruise 2019, the pianist Bill Charlap performed multiple times with his longtime trio of Peter Washington on bass and Kenny Washington on drums. He also played a solo set. During week, he sat down with radio host and author Dick Golden and talked about his work with Tony Bennett as well as his deep appreciation for the Great American Songbook. This episode is sponsored by Birdland Jazz in New York City. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise

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#4: Bill Charlap with Dick Golden

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/16

During The Jazz Cruise 2019, the pianist Bill Charlap performed multiple times with his longtime trio of Peter Washington on bass and Kenny Washington on drums. He also played a solo set. During week, he sat down with radio host and author Dick Golden and talked about his work with Tony Bennett as well as his deep appreciation for the Great American Songbook. This episode is sponsored by Birdland Jazz in New York City. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise ...

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01:04:21

#3: Wynton Marsalis with Marcus Miller

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/09

During Blue Note at Sea 2019, Wynton Marsalis came aboard with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for two special sets. Before the performances he sat down with Blue Note at Sea host Marcus Miller for a conversation about his early years in New Orleans and the long-lasting influence of both of his parents, who were very serious about education. This episode is sponsored by Berks Jazz Festival. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwide

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64:20

#3: Wynton Marsalis with Marcus Miller

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/09

During Blue Note at Sea 2019, Wynton Marsalis came aboard with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for two special sets. Before the performances he sat down with Blue Note at Sea host Marcus Miller for a conversation about his early years in New Orleans and the long-lasting influence of both of his parents, who were very serious about education. This episode is sponsored by Berks Jazz Festival. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwi...

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01:06:44

#2: Benny Golson with Eulis Cathey

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/02

This interview with jazz legend Benny Golson took place in front of a live audience during The Jazz Cruise 2019. The saxophonist and composer turned 90 during the cruise and in this conversation with Sirius/XM’s Eulis Cathey he reminisced about growing up in Philadelphia …how he originally wanted to be a concert pianist…how he picked up the saxophone…his first encounter with a very young John Coltrane…and many other seminal experiences. This episode is sponsored by SFJAZZ. The podcast is produced

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66:43

#2: Benny Golson with Eulis Cathey

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/04/02

This interview with jazz legend Benny Golson took place in front of a live audience during The Jazz Cruise 2019. The saxophonist and composer turned 90 during the cruise and in this conversation with Sirius/XM’s Eulis Cathey he reminisced about growing up in Philadelphia …how he originally wanted to be a concert pianist…how he picked up the saxophone…his first encounter with a very young John Coltrane…and many other seminal experiences. This episode is sponsored by SFJAZZ. The podcast i...

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01:09:39

#1: Marcus Miller with Alonzo Bodden

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/03/20

In this interview from Blue Note at Sea 2019, bassist/bandleader/composer/producer Marcus Miller talks with comedian Alonzo Bodden about his early years working with Miles Davis and Luther Vandross, his favorite episode of South Park, and why he didn’t play fusion jazz in the 70s. This episode is sponsored by Blue Note Records. The podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions.

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1. Marcus Miller with Alonzo Bodden

Jazz Cruises Conversations ·

2019/03/20

In this interview from Blue Note at Sea 2019, bassist/bandleader/composer/producer Marcus Miller talks with comedian Alonzo Bodden about his early years working with Miles Davis and Luther Vandross, his favorite episode of South Park, and why he didn’t play fusion jazz in the 70s. This episode is sponsored by Blue Note Records. Send us a text

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