The Playroom

Adrian Crutchfield joined host Patty Peterson to talk about his upcoming concert at the Capri Theatre on June 3, his new CD called “Slick” and his deep connection to Prince, as the last saxophonist to ever work with him in the New Power Generation. That connection led him to become a music director at a […] […]

Award-winning saxophonist, Patrick Lamb, is stepping into the spotlight with his new single, “Mint Condition.” Lamb is celebrated for his collaborations with music legends like Gino Vannelli, Bobby Caldwell, and Diane Schuur and now he is stepping into the spotlight. Patrick talks with Jazz88’s Patty Peterson about his Twin Cities debut concert at The Belvedere […] […]

April is “Jazz Appreciation Month,” and Jazz88 is looking forward to celebrating with a concert honoring our 2025 Minnesota Jazz Legends: drummer Jay Epstein, pianist and Walker West Music Academy founder Grant West, Dixieland trombonist Art Katzman, and the late, award-winning jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan. Presented by Jazz88, this special concert will be held at […] […]

Jazz88’s Patty Peterson talks to sax man Boney James about his new CD Slow Burn and his tour, which brings him to the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul on Wednesday December 18th, 2024. Full interview: This interview aired on The Playroom 12/8/24     […]

On May 12th, 2024, the world lost a saxophone legend: Mr. David Sanborn. David was a key leader in the development of the sound of contemporary jazz. Throughout his career, he won 6 Grammy® Awards, released nearly 30 albums, 8 of which went gold and 1 went platinum. He hosted at least 2 talk shows […] […]

Bob Jurek’s Spooky Picks: 1.  The Twilight Zone by Golden Earring 2. The Egg Plant That Ate Chicago by Dr. West’s Medicine Show And Junk Band 3. Spiders and Snakes by Jim Stafford 4. Wait Til The Midnight Hour by Wilson Pickett 5. I Put a Spell On You by Screaming Jay Hawkins  Sean McPherson’s […] […]

Grammy-nominated sax man Najee took the time to connect with Jazz88’s Patty Peterson in advance of his headlining show this Saturday (Sept. 9) at the Selby Avenue Jazz Festival. In the conversation, they talk about his time touring and recording with Prince, his “COVID record,” and the stellar band he’s bringing to St. Paul this […] […]

Marcus Anderson hopped on the phone with Patty Peterson in advance of his show at Paisley Park for their NPG Jazz Series!   […]