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Jazz Flyte Podcast

Welcome to “The Jazz Flyte Podcast, where we will dive into the lives and careers of the Jazz Legends who’ve left a rhythmic imprint on the world. Be prepared each week to reminisce on the highs and the lows of their musical journey, and the trials that sculpted their timeless musical gems. We’ll preserve the legacy of these extraordinary maestros and find inspiration in the melodies of their lives. Subscribe now and never miss a beat!

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131: How Brendan Rothwell Built a Career Without a...

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2026/04/12

Some instruments support the music. The bass defines it.On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with Brendan Rothwell, a bassist whose sound carries both legacy and evolution. From hearing Marcus Miller for the first time to building a career across continents, Brendan shares how one moment can shift everything.We talk about his early beginnings in the UK, his move to Canada, and how the jazz scene looks different when geography, distance, and opportunity all play a role. Brendan opens

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33:40

130: The Moment That Changed Everything

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2026/04/05

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with saxophonist Wayne Gutshall, and this conversation is a reminder that sometimes all it takes is one moment to change your life.Wayne takes me back to his early days in Miami, where his musical journey didn’t even start on the saxophone. His first love was bass, inspired by funk and groove, but everything shifted the day he was unexpectedly asked to step into jazz band. That moment turned into purpose, and from there, there was no turning

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35:29

129: Dee Lucas Explains What Artists Get Wrong About...

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2026/03/29

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with saxophonist Dee Lucas, and this conversation goes far beyond music. It is about identity, ownership, and the discipline it takes to build something that lasts.We start at the beginning, where Dee shares how his first love was actually bass guitar before discovering the saxophone in college. What drew him in was not just the sound, but the voice of the instrument. That connection led him down a path shaped by the influence of George Howard

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39:18

128: From First Record to 13 Projects

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2026/03/22

After more than a dozen projects and a catalog that spans over a hundred songs, what keeps the creativity alive? On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with saxophonist Paul Taylor to explore what it really means to evolve as an artist while staying true to your sound.Paul joins me to talk about his latest release and why he describes it as the start of a new cycle. We dive into how each project represents a different chapter of his life, shaped by growth, experience, and a renewed

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33:48

127: From England to Hollywood: The Gamble That Paid Off

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2026/03/15

Some musicians follow a path that feels safe. Others create a path that leaves them no choice but to succeed. On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with guitarist and composer Chris Standring to talk about the journey that took him from rural England to the heart of the jazz scene in Los Angeles.Chris grew up far from the bright lights of London, living on a farm in the English countryside. With only one national radio station and very little jazz programming available, his earliest

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36:41

126: From New Orleans to Atlanta: The Journey of...

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2026/03/08

Every musician has a story, but not every story follows the traditional path. On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with trumpeter Melvin Pierce, a New Orleans-born musician whose life proves that passion and responsibility can exist side by side.Melvin’s musical journey began as a teenager growing up around the deep musical culture of New Orleans. At fourteen years old, he picked up the trumpet after friends invited him to join a band. What started as curiosity quickly turned into a

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37:52

125: Behind the Scrubs: How Doc Really Makes It Work

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2026/03/01

What if the person holding the saxophone is also the one holding the dental drill—and both roles are fueled by the same kind of precision? On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with saxophonist Phillip “Doc” Martin, a dentist with a private practice who’s also a Billboard charting artist with major momentum behind him.We get into the origin story: a nine-year-old hearing Kenny G’s “Songbird” and instantly knowing, “That’s what I want to do.” From there, Doc’s path is anything but

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37:02

124: The Connecticut Sound and the Blues Beneath It

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2026/02/22

Welcome back to The Jazz Flyte Podcast. On this episode, I’m joined by saxophonist Doug Jones, and before we even get into the music, we have to clear something up. No, he’s not the baseball pitcher, the actor, or the senator — he’s the Doug Jones who’s been quietly building a powerful body of work in smooth contemporary jazz for years.Doug takes me through his journey, starting in rock and pop bands, chasing record deals, and eventually realizing that the real breakthrough came when he decided to

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35:14

123: Bobby Broom: The Moment Jazz Became Real

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2026/02/15

Welcome back to The Jazz Flyte Podcast. Every once in a while, I get to sit with an artist whose music has been part of the culture for so long that you don’t just hear it, you recognize it. This episode is that kind of conversation. I’m joined by Bobby Broom, and we go all the way back to the beginning, before careers, before stages, before the industry. Back to the moment a kid fell in love with sound.Bobby tells me the exact record that flipped the switch: Charles Earland’s Black Talk! He was

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33:32

122: Why Johnny Britt Wrote “C’est La Vie”

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2026/02/08

Welcome back to The Jazz Flyte Podcast. When I say I’ve got a special guest, I mean it, because this episode hits on two things that matter to me deeply: the music and what the music is used for when life gets real. I’m welcoming back Johnny Britt, Cleveland’s own trumpet player, vocalist, and storyteller, and we go places in this conversation that every listener can feel.Johnny takes me through his roots, from growing up in Cleveland and attending Cathedral Latin to the once-in-a-lifetime leap that

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40:20

121: The Business and the Blessing: Mo Louis on...

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2026/02/01

Some careers take decades to heat up. Mo Louis is proof that when preparation meets the right moment, things can move fast. On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I’m joined by Mo Louis, an international recording artist who has been capturing the hearts of smooth jazz fans worldwide. In 2023, he reached a major milestone with his first Billboard number one hit, “Static,” and he was also recognized as a nominated finalist for Smooth Jazz Network’s Breakout Artist of the Year. What stood out to

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37:54

120: What Guitar Taught Me About Helping Others

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2026/01/25

Welcome back to The Jazz Flyte Podcast. On this episode, I’m joined by guitarist Deepak Thettu, an artist whose journey proves that musicians are often much more than what we see on stage. Deepak is not only a smooth jazz guitarist, but also a longtime occupational therapist, and this conversation explores how those two worlds connect in powerful and unexpected ways.We start with his early relationship with music, growing up in the guitar-driven soundscape of the 1980s, watching MTV, and being

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31:14

119: The Memphis Sound Explained: Why Soul Can’t Be...

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2026/01/18

Welcome back to The Jazz Flyte Podcast. On this episode, I’m joined by Donald Hayes, a Memphis-born saxophonist, arranger, composer, and creative force whose sound is rooted in gospel, blues, funk, and soul. Donald has played on stages around the world, worked with some of the biggest names in music, and scored for film and television, yet he’s never lost the essence of where he comes from.We dive deep into what makes the Memphis sound so unmistakable and why soul music isn’t just a genre, but a

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29:19

118: The Birth of Touch: When Jazz Became Personal

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2026/01/11

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I had the honor of sitting down with one of jazz’s true pioneers—John Klemmer. From the first few moments of our conversation, I could feel the weight of his experience, passion, and humility. John shares how his journey started with a guitar at five years old, and how he eventually found his voice through the saxophone, playing in Chicago jam sessions before most kids knew what jazz even was.We talk about his early days with Cadet Records, how Eddie Harris

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35:20

117: Antoine Knight on Purpose, Perseverance, and Sound

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2026/01/03

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Antoine Knight—a powerhouse saxophonist and military veteran who's making serious waves on the Smooth Jazz charts. You’ve heard “Step 2 Me Baby,” now hear the story behind it and the man who co-wrote it with multi-award-winning guitarist Adam Hawley.From grooving to Junior Walker on 8-tracks as a kid to playing the tenor sax in candlelit jazz clubs, Antoine takes us on a soulful ride through his journey. We talk about how

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116: When Music Becomes Medicine: Quintin’s Story

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2025/12/14

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with the legendary Quintin Gerard W., also known as The Fnkysax Player. Quintin is more than a saxophonist — he’s a creative force who blends funk, gospel, blues, and jazz into a powerful urban contemporary sound that speaks to both heart and culture.From playing sax since the age of eight to co-writing with jazz greats like James Lloyd of Pieces of a Dream, Quintin shares how his music has become a channel for storytelling, healing, and legacy

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34:48

115: This Is Judah: More Than Just Smooth Jazz

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2025/12/07

On this powerful episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with Billboard-charting saxophonist, pianist, producer, and now actor — Judah Sealy. Known for his smooth jazz hits and solo production style, Judah takes us behind the scenes of his unexpected leap into Hollywood as he portrays Clarence Clemons in the upcoming Bruce Springsteen biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.Judah opens up about balancing life as a single dad, teacher, and rising star. We explore the fear, excitement, and

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33:53

114: Behind the Baritone: Will Downing’s Journey...

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2025/11/30

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with the legendary Will Downing — the smooth baritone voice behind timeless R&B and soul classics like “A Million Ways,” “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This” with Rachelle Ferrell, and “I Go Crazy.” Known as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, Will has released 29 albums over 38 years, building a legacy grounded in authenticity, grit, and undeniable groove.We talk about everything — from his early days doing house music and soundtracks like The

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34:31

113: The Untold Story Behind My Musical Mind with...

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2025/11/16

What happens when you’ve dedicated your entire life to music—without ever clocking into a “regular” job?On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, composer, and producer Steve Oliver, a true force in contemporary jazz for nearly 30 years. From radio airwaves to festival stages to composing scores, Steve has built a career fueled entirely by his passion for music—and it shows in every chord he plays.We talk about how he manages to perform 80 shows a

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37:29

112: Still Living: Marcel Anderson’s Story of Triumph...

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2025/11/09

What happens when a soulful voice meets a purpose-driven mission?On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I’m joined by Marcel Anderson, a multi-talented neo-soul artist, bestselling author, and public speaker who brings a unique blend of gospel, jazz, and soul into every note he sings. From growing up in a family of seven with strong musical roots to sharing stages with legends like Stevie Wonder and Sheila E, Marcel has carved his own lane as both a creative and a change-maker.But Marcel’s story

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