As part of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association’s Art-A-Whirl weekend, Whirlygig is back (for the first time since 2019) at Indeed Brewing’s Minneapolis taproom! May 20-22 Jazz88 is proud to be sponsoring a full weekend of great local music, including artists Purple Funk Metropolis, MMYYKK, L.A. Buckner & Big Homie, Arlo, Happy Apple, and many...Read More
Nate Smith’s Kinfolk project is coming to town for a two-night stand at the Dakota on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. I had the chance to catch up with him as he was wrapping up another tour down in Chicago to talk about his most recent recordings and the differences in creating in real...Read More
John Pizzarelli’s schedule permitted him to stop by our studios before his visit to the Dakota tonight. It’s no surprise that John was an absolute natural doing radio, I mean he has his own radio show. We even broadcast it on Jazz88 on Saturdays at 5pm. John was more than happy to talk about his...Read More
I had the honor of catching up with Cyrille Aimée in advance of her performance on Friday night, April 1st, at the Dakota. In the interview, you’ll hear about Cyrille’s fascination with the Dakota, Minneapolis in general, and her adopted hometown of New Orleans. We touch on her impressive 14 disc discography and the band...Read More
Our Jazz88 Last Days of Summer River Cruise on the Magnolia Blossom Riverboat is sold out! We push off from Crosby Park on Friday, August 31st , at 7:30 p.m. Boarding is at 7 p.m. The Cruise features live jazz by vocalist Jana Nyberg and pianist Steven Hobert, a dinner buffet, prize drawings and more. Due to...Read More
Join us for a height of the season celebration of our local food, farm and music scene with a live broadcast from the Mill City Farmers Market, on the riverfront in downtown Minneapolis. We’ll be live Saturday morning, September 1st , from 8 to 11 a.m. Phil Nusbaum will broadcast live. Stop down and visit! More...Read More
Celebrate some of Minnesota’s most notable jazz legends with Patty Peterson in an intimate afternoon of live music and inspiring stories with several Twin Cities’ jazz legends who have achieved local and national acclaim. These artists will entertain with their favorite music and discuss how their journeys became a part of Minnesota music history. Set in a live...Read More
We’re listening! Jazz88 is hosting focus groups for listeners between 35 and 55 years old. Need More Bebop than Blues? Who are your favorite artists? What gets your toe tapping? Enjoy some complimentary pizza and refreshments while listening to musical samples and participating in a lively discussion. All ideas and opinions welcome! The first session...Read More
Critical Conversation at U of M UROC on Plymouth Avenue, May 22– The University of Minnesota’s Urban Research and Outreach Engagement Center in North Minneapolis presents Sanctuary Through The Eyes of Women and Girls, a community conversation about immigration and the impact of deportation and racialized surveillance on families of color. Join University of Minnesota...Read More
Jazz88 FM KBEM Explores the Roots of American Music It is commonly held that jazz developed out of a synthesis of European and African music. However, few people are aware that jazz was also influenced by Native American music. Jazz88 presents A Weaving of Traditions, a tribute to jazz musicians with Native American roots. The...Read More
