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JazzBites

JazzBites delivers rich, bite-sized stories from the world of jazz. In under 20 minutes, each episode dives into the lives of legendary musicians and vocalists, revealing the history, the standards, and the spirit behind the music. Whether you"re a lifelong fan or just jazz-curious, JazzBites is your gateway to the sound that changed everything.Subscribe and let the swing guide you.Love what you hear? Support the podcast with a tip here → https://ko-fi.com/theoevans Hosted on Acast. See

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14:55

Thelonious Monk

JazzBites ·

2025/07/24

He sounded like he was falling down the stairs — but always landed exactly where he meant to. With angular harmonies, stubborn silences, and rhythms that danced sideways, he built a world that defied rules and yet made perfect sense. In this episode, we explore the mystery and the method behind the misunderstood genius: his uncompromising vision, his singular style, and the deep swing hiding in every unexpected note.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to JazzBites and follow us for new

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12:06

Miles Davis

JazzBites ·

2025/07/21

He never stood still — and neither did his music. From the smoky ballads of the '50s to the electric storms of the '70s, he bent time, taste, and tone to his will. In this episode, we explore a restless innovator who changed jazz not once, but over and over again. A story of reinvention, silence as statement, and a sound that always stayed two steps ahead of everyone else.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to JazzBites and follow us for new episodes twice a week. Immerse yourself in the

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13:21

Antonio Carlos Jobim

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2025/07/17

Elegant, effortless, and deeply Brazilian — his music sounded like sunlight filtered through leaves. With a classical heart and a jazz instinct, he crafted melodies that felt both ancient and entirely new. In this episode, we explore the architect of bossa nova: the gentle revolutionary behind timeless songs, the quiet genius who bridged continents, and the man whose chords still drift like waves along Ipanema’s shore.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to JazzBites and follow us for new

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12:48

Bill Evans

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2025/07/14

He reshaped jazz piano from the inside out — introspective, harmonically rich, and emotionally raw. With a touch as delicate as falling snow and a mind steeped in classical thought, he created soundscapes where silence mattered as much as the notes. In this episode, we trace the influence from Kind of Blue to the legendary trios, the struggles beneath the surface, and the aching beauty that made his music feel like a confession whispered into the night.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to

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9:21

Erroll Garner

JazzBites ·

2025/07/10

Erroll Garner played with a grin — and you could hear it. Self-taught and utterly original, he brought rhythm, romance, and joy to the piano like no one else, crafting lush harmonies and mischievous grooves that defied convention. In this episode, we dive into the genius behind Misty, his refusal to read music, and the irresistible charm that made him a favorite of both jazz aficionados and casual listeners. A celebration of pure feel, fearless swing, and unfiltered imagination.🎧 Craving more jazz

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10:15

John Coltrane

JazzBites ·

2025/07/07

John Coltrane didn’t just play the saxophone — he searched through it. From the fierce precision of Giant Steps to the cosmic surrender of A Love Supreme, Trane’s music was a quest for truth, divinity, and transcendence. In this episode, we follow his evolution from sideman to spiritual beacon, exploring the discipline, the demons, and the devotion that turned sound into prayer. A portrait of a man who turned breath into revelation.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to JazzBites and follow

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13:09

Keith Jarrett

JazzBites ·

2025/07/03

Few musicians have demanded as much from themselves — or from their audiences — as Keith Jarrett. A virtuoso of total spontaneity, Jarrett transformed solo performance into a spiritual ritual, turning silence into sound and improvisation into transcendence. In this episode, we explore the restless genius behind The Köln Concert, his defiant artistic choices, and the fragile line he walked between revelation and retreat. A journey through the mind of a pianist who refused to be background music.🎧

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12:38

Frank Sinatra

JazzBites ·

2025/06/30

More than a singer, Frank Sinatra was a force — suave, swinging, and unmistakably human. With phrasing as precise as it was emotional, he transformed popular song into high art, giving heartbreak, swagger, and solitude their own soundtrack. In this episode, we follow the rise, fall, and reinvention of Ol’ Blue Eyes: the kid from Hoboken who bent the microphone to his will and made every lyric sound like it was written just for him — and just for you.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to

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11:04

Clifford Brown

JazzBites ·

2025/06/26

In a tragically short life, Clifford Brown redefined the trumpet with a tone full of warmth, clarity, and astonishing technique. He brought joy to every phrase and discipline to a genre often ruled by chaos. This episode traces the rise of a gentle genius whose legacy shaped hard bop and inspired generations — not through myth or scandal, but through sheer musical excellence. A tribute to what was, and what could have been.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to JazzBites and follow us for

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12:40

Astrud Gilberto

JazzBites ·

2025/06/23

She wasn’t supposed to sing — and yet her voice became the sound of a genre. With a whisper that crossed oceans, Astrud Gilberto brought the cool breeze of Brazil to the world stage, forever changing the way jazz could feel. In this episode, we explore the unlikely rise of a shy housewife turned international icon, the bittersweet story behind The Girl from Ipanema, and the legacy of a voice that said more by barely saying it at all.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to JazzBites and

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10:30

Stan Getz

JazzBites ·

2025/06/19

Velvety, lyrical, unmistakable — Stan Getz wasn’t just a tenor saxophonist; he was The Sound. From his early days in the cool jazz scene to his iconic role in bringing Brazilian bossa nova to global acclaim, Getz blended sophistication with soul in every note. In this episode, we explore the life of the man who made the saxophone sing like a voice, diving into the beauty, contradictions, and cultural collisions that defined his extraordinary journey.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to

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11:10

Chet Baker

JazzBites ·

2025/06/16

Chet Baker was the poster boy of West Coast cool — angelic face, fragile tone, and a life in slow collapse. With a trumpet that whispered more than it roared and a voice that barely touched the air, he made vulnerability sound seductive. In this episode, we trace the haunting beauty and haunting tragedy of Baker’s life: the early fame, the fall into addiction, and the art that somehow endured it all. A story of jazz, ruin, and impossible charm.🎧 Craving more jazz in your life? Subscribe to

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