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It's Friday! That means some classic Frank.

Let's close out the week in style with a great version of My kind of town from Frank. This is a terrific rare live cut that the listeners in St. Louis should really enjoy. Next up, some Rosemary Clooney, and then some cookin' jazz from Cannonball Adderley and Quincy Jones. Finally, today is the last day for playlist updates on this blog. From now on, all updates and station information will be on the station website at www.classicvoices.net  I'll leave a link up on this page to the site, but after today, get all your station updates on the website. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, March 6th.

Frank Sinatra-My kind of town
Quincy Jones-Ya gotta try harder
Rosemary Clooney-Just one of those things
Cannonball Adderley-One for Daddy-O

Gotta answer a couple of requests today!

I haven't played any Bobby Darin for a while, and I had a request for something from him, so let's play that today. I also have a request for some Miles, so I'll add a snappy number from him as well. Also on tap today, some Peggy Lee and a great piece of jazz from Art Pepper. And don't forget, starting next week, all playlist updates will be done on the station website at www.classicvoices.net I'll leave a link to the station page here, but I'm making the switch over to everything being on the station website. Don't forget-you'll still be able to listen there, just like you do here. Now though, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, March 5th.

Bobby Darin-Don't rain on my parade

Art Pepper-My friend John

Peggy Lee-Love me or leave

Miles Davis-Tadd's delight

I have a great update for you today!

First rule of jazz radio-you can never play enough Chet Baker, and I have some Chet for you today. Also for you today, some Monica Zetterlund with Bill Evans. Finally, some wonderful jazz from Coleman Hawkins and a sweet cut from Erroll Garner. And I have some news-starting next week, all daily playlist updates will be on the station website at www.classicvoices.net. I'll leave a link to the station site here, but I'm going to transition over to using that site all the time now. Hope that is cool with everyone. Now, just relax and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, March 4th.

Chet Baker-

I have some cookin' jazz for you today!

Let's swing today! First up, some great jazz from  Grant Green, and a classic from Miles Davis. Plus how does a fun cut from Dean Martin sound? And finally some Anita O'Day. It's a terrific update-so sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, April 3rd.

Dean Martin-Somebody loves you
Anita O'Day-Gypsy in my soul
Grant Green-What is this thing called love
Miles Davis-Four

Some John Pizzarelli for you today

I have a great cut from John for you today, plus some wonderful music from an artist I don't play often-Chris Connor. Finally, I have some swingin' jazz from Billy May and Bud Powell. Get ready to swing your way into the work week-here we go! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, April 2nd.

John Pizzarelli-You stepped out of a dream
Bud Powell-Comin' up
Chris Connor-Poor little rich girl
Billy May-If I were a bell

Lets start this Sunday off right with some Sinatra!

First, I'm sorry there were no updates for the last couple days. Got really busy and simply ran out of time. So here's an early Sunday update with some great music to make up for it. First up, some Sinatra. Then I have a great cut from Doris Day from  a rare old piece of vinyl that featured her and Sinatra. Finally I have some great jazz from Wynton Marsalis and Bill Evans. It's the perfect mix for a Sunday morning, so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, April 1st.

Frank Sinatra-I have dreamed
Doris Day-Hold me in your arms
Wynton Marsalis-In the afterglow
Bill Evans-Spartacus Love Theme

How about some live Sammy Davis from 1958

I have exactly that for you today. Plus I have a terrific song from the always popular Stacey Kent. Then I have a great cut from Sonny Rollins most famous album, and a classic from Dave Brubeck. So enjoy-this is a great update! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, March 29th.

Sammy Davis Jr.-Something's gotta give
Sonny Rollins-Strode rode
Stacey Kent-This can't be love
Dave Brubeck-Pick up sticks

How about I play some never released music from Wes Montgomery-

I have exactly that for you today. It's a cut from the new CD full of unreleased performances by the jazz legend. Also on tap for today-some Dean Martin, a great cut from Madeleine Peyroux and some Modern Jazz Quartet. It's a great update today-so sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, March 28th.

Dean Martin-On an evening in Roma
Wes Montgomery-Diablo's dance
Madeleine Peyroux-Getting some fun out of life
Modern Jazz Quartet-Topsy

A request for Tony Bennett music tonight!

To answer that request, I have another cut from the terrific Jazz cd from Mr. Bennett. Also on tap today, some Etta Jones as well as some hot jazz from Nat Adderley, and Hank Mobley. It's a great little update-so I hope you enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, March 27th.

Tony Bennett-Stella by starlight
Nat Adderley- You Leave Me Breathless
Etta Jones-The way you look tonight
Hank Mobley-Gettin and Jettin

Let's kick off the work week in swinging style!

Lot's of swing for you today starting with a wonderful cut from Annie Ross. Next up, a terrific Sinatra cut as sung by the great Michael Feinstein. Finally a couple of great jazz cuts from Coltrane and some Joe Henderson. And if you haven't visited the station webpage for a while, stop by there soon. There's a really special video of the week and a new poll that I need everyone who comes to this blog to take part in. It will really help, so thanks in advance. The site for those who don't know is at www.classicvoices.net. Now though, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, March 26th.

Annie Ross-Love for sale
John Coltrane-I hear a rhapsody
Michael Feinstein-The song is you
Glen Simpson and Joe Henderson-Bessies blues

A nice and mellow update for this Sunday

First off today, a really great treat. I found some very old Ella vinyl and I'm playing a cut from that for you today. I also have a nice performance from Mel Torme, plus some mellow jazz from Blue Mitchell and the great Ben Webster. It's an excellent update-so sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, March 25th.

Mel Torme-I'm gonna laugh you out of my life
Blue Mitchell-Missing you
Ben Webster-Blue light
Ella Fitzgerald-Stardust

It's a Sinatra celebration!

Let's celebrate Frank today. First up, a classic Frank song. Then I have a Keely Smith song from her Keely  sings Sinatra album. Finally some great jazz from the Oscar Peterson tribute to Sinatra CD and some Art Blakey from the classic Blue Note plays Sinatra. This is a great update, so sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, March 23rd.

Frank Sinatra-Nothing but the best
Art Blakey-Come rain or come shine
Keely Smith-This love of mine
Oscar Peterson-Saturday night is the loneliest night of the week

Anyone in the mood for some great music today?

Then stick around, because I have some terrific jazz for you with this update! First up, a wonderful old song from Al Hibbler. I'll follow that up with a nice track from the always excellent Julie London. And finally how about some jazz from Kenny Drew and a nice cut from Dexter Gordon. So enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, March 22nd.

Al Hibbler_Song of the wanderer
Julie London-What is this thing called love
Kenny Drew-lion's den
Dexter Gordon-Landslide

I have a very old Nat Cole song that I'd never heard before for you today

I got my hands on a very old Metronome All Stars album and found a Nat King Cole duet with June Christy that I'd never heard before, and I thought I'd let you all enjoy it as well. Also on tap for today a great swing number from Shirley Bassey, plus some kickin' jazz from Chet Baker and Count Basie. It's a great update and I hope you really enjoy it! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, March 21st.

Nat King Cole/June Christy-Nat and June
Chet Baker-A little duet for Zoot and Chet
Shirley Bassey-They can't take that away from me
Count Basie-Swinging the blues

A couple of great vintage vinyl cuts for you today

First up today is a track from a very old Bing Crosby album. It's a little poppy, but hey, that only adds to it's charm. Next up is a nice cut from Sarah Vaughan that I think you'll enjoy. Then some vinyl jazz from Eddie Davis and finally a nice bouncy song from Stan Getz. Hope you enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, March 20th.

Bing Crosby-Just one of those things
Stan Getz-Fast
Sarah Vaughan-If this isn't love
Eddie Davis-Telegraph

A couple of great Hanks for you today!

I've got some hot Hank jazz this morning for you. First up-Hank Mobley, and after that, the great Hank Jones with some cookin' jazz for you. I also have a swinging number from Nat Cole and some sweet music from Dinah Washington. Oh, and if you haven't stopped by the station website at www.classicvoices.net lately-be sure to do so this week. I'll be adding a brand new video of the week, plus I have some great new places to buy vintage vinyl in the link sections. And there is a poll up that would really help with the problem that live365 is having with commercials running over each other. And don't forget-you can listen from that page like you can here. Now though, sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, March 19th.

Dinah Washington-There'll Be A Jubilee
Hank Jones-We're all together
Nat King Cole-I Was A Little Too Lonely(And You Were A Little Too Late)
Hank Mobley-Minor disturbance

How about some cookin' jazz to heat things up today?

I've got a couple of pieces of hot jazz in this update. Cuts from Roy Eldridge and Eric Dolphy that I think you'll love. Plus some terrific music from Johnny Hartman and a request for some Anita O'Day! It's a great update, so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, March 18th.

Roy Eldridge-Little jazz
Anita O'Day-Just in time
Eric Dolphy-March on March on
Johnny Hartman-On green dolphin street

It feels like summer, so how about some samba!

First, sorry there was no update on Thursday. I was really busy and simply ran out of time to do one. I'll make up for it today with a terrific update. It's all about the samba today. First up, a great cut from the Sinatra/Jobim cd. That's followed up with some Diana Krall and a classic number from Astrud Gilberto. Finally a samba set has to include some Stan Getz, so I have that as well. It's a perfect update for a summery day. Hope you enjoy it, here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, March 16th.

Frank Sinatra-The girl from Ipanema
Astrud Gilberto-Fly me to the moon
Stan Getz-Desafinado
Diana Krall-Quiet nights

I've got some terrific jazz for you today!

First up today is a cut from the album of duets from Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong. It's a really performance and I think you'll love it. As I've said before, I think it's a law that when you play some Louis, you have to roll out some Ella as well. And in honor of it hitting a record high temp here today, I've got a very appropriate song from Ella today. Then I have some killer jazz-first from Diz and then a great track from Art Farmer and Phil Woods. Oh, and if you haven't stopped by the station website at www.classicvoices.net, swing by and check out the new video of the week. It's a great one and I think you'll love it. And the techs at live365 are still working on the ads running over each other problem. I need to know if all of you are hearing this problem much as well, so take the poll on the station site if you could and I'll pass the info on to the techs. Thanks and now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the station playlist on Wednesday, March 14th.

Ella Fitzgerald-Too darn hot
Bing Crosby/Louis Armstrong-Way down yonder in New Orleans
Art Farmer/Phil Woods-Blue light
Dizzy Gillespie-Ornithology

My favorite song from Harry Connick Jr. leads off today's update

I get a lot of requests for Harry Connick tunes, so I thought I'd play my favorite of his for Harry fans today. Also on tap, a swingin' number from Keely Smith. Plus I have some hot jazz from the two Art's. First, Art Pepper then some Art Blakey. It's a great update, so sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, March 13th.

Harry Connick Jr.-Recipe for making love
Keely Smith-Lover
Art Pepper-Smack up
Art Blakey-Circus

Some great vintage vinyl cuts for you on this early Monday update

Got my hands on some wonderful old records and I have some songs from those for you today. First up, a swingin' number from Sammy Davis Jr.. Next I have a terrific performance from Eydie Gorme from an ancient 45 of hers. And finally some sweet jazz from Chet Baker and Sonny Rollins. Hope you enjoy it! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, March 12th.

Sammy Davis Jr.-There is no greater love
Eydie Gorme-Blues in the night
Chet Baker-A dandy line
Sonny Rollins-Why don't I

It's very early on a Sunday morning, let's wake up with some swingin' jazz

I've had a lot of people ask for some more Frank Sinatra Jr. so let's start the update off with a nice upbeat cut from him this morning. Next up, one of my favorite singers-Stacey Kent for you today. And finally some hot jazz from Red Garland and Charlie Parker. So let's kick the day off right! Enjoy. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday March 11th.

Frank Sinatra Jr.-Softy as in a morning sunrise
Stacey Kent-My heart stood still
Red Garland-Woody'n You
Charlie Parker-Cool Blues

Let's roll out some soft Sinatra today

A nice smooth update for you today, starting with a really nice ballad from Sinatra. Next up is a classic performance from the Linda Ronstadt/Nelson Riddle album that was such a huge hit. Finally some jazz by request from Chris Botti and a little Miles for you as well. Sit back, relax and enjoy. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, March 9th.

Frank Sinatra-I wished on the moon
Chris Botti-What's new
Linda Ronstadt-My old flame
Miles Davis-I thought about you

I had a couple of requests for a great performance by Michael Buble-

So first thing today, I'll be glad to play that terrific number. Next up-a fun tune from Sarah Vaughan. And then how about some swinging jazz from Herbie Hancock and a hot one from Quincy Jones. It's a great update, so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, March 8th.

Michael Buble-I've got the world on a string(request)
Sarah Vaughan-It's crazy
Herbie Hancock-First trip
Quincy Jones-Quincy's Home Again

I have a great song from Dean Martin's very first album for you today

Got my hands on Dino's first album, and I thought I'd share a fun song from that today. Also from vintage vinyl, a  track by Bobby Sherwood, from the Pal Joey soundtrack. Plus I have a terrific performance from Anita O'Day and some hot jazz from Clark Terry. So sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, March 7th.

Dean Martin-Who's your little who-zis
Bobby Sherwood-Do it the hard way
Anita O'Day-I've got you under my skin
Clark Terry-In a mellow tone

How about some jazz from Tony Bennett today?

I have exactly that for you, with a cut from Tony's classic Jazz album. Also on tap is a great number from Betty Carter and some hot jazz from Horace Silver and Milt Jackson. And if you haven't stopped by the station website at www.classicvoices.net in a while, be sure to swing by. I have a classic Count Basie performance for you on the video of the week as well as a few new links to check out. And if you've been hearing commercials running over each other, there's a full explanation for that on the website as well. And don't forget-you can always listen to the the station from there just like you do here. Now enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, March 6th.

Tony Bennett-I can't believe that you're in love with me
Horace Silver-Cookin' At The Continental
Betty Carter-You're getting to be a habit with me
Milt Jackson-S.J.K.

I have a couple more vintage vinyl cuts for you today!

It's an early morning update today and as I mentioned, I have two more cuts from old records I've got my hands on. First off is a terrific live track from an old Sammy Davis Jr. album that I just love. Next up, a song off Dinah Washington's greatest hits album. And I'll wrap things up with some hot jazz from Clifford Brown and Charlie Parker. Hope you enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, March 5th.

Sammy Davis Jr.-Once in love with Amy
Cifford Brown-Mayreh
Dinah Washington-Salty papa blues
Charlie Parker-Relaxin' with Lee

Some great vintage vinyl cuts for you on this early Sunday update

Lets swing into Sunday with some vinyl cuts today. First up, a song from Jack Jones. I don't play much of Jack's music, but I got my hands on an old album of his, so I thought I'd add some today. Next up, another cut from some vinyl. This one is a terrific number from Dakota Staton. And finally I have some killer jazz from Zoot Sims and Sonny Stitt. Enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, March 4th.

Jack Jones-I don;t know enough about you
Sonny Stitt-Moten swing
Dakota Staton-Broadway
Zoot Sims-There will never be another you

I'm going waaaaay back with a cut from some vintage vinyl today

What a treat for you today. I got my hands on one of Ella Fitzgerald's very first albums from 1950 and I have a cut from that for you today. It's a great song, and barely even sounds like Ella, but I know you'll love it. Being Friday, I also have a great Sinatra cut for you today along with some stellar jazz from Dave Brubeck and Wynton Marsalis. And don't forget to check out the station webpage at www.classicvoices.net .  I'll be updating it this weekend with a new video, and hopefully a CD give-away. And don't forget you can always listen to the station from that page as well as this one. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, March 2nd.

Frank Sinatra-I can read between the lines
Wynton Marsalis-Everything happens to me
Ella Fitzgerald-The one I love belongs to somebody else
Dave Brubeck-Mean to me

Let's play some Bobby Darin today

I haven't added any Mr. Darin music for quite a while, so let's kick things off with a jazzy number from him today. I'll follow that up with a great cut from Nancy Wilson. And then some hot jazz from a guy that worked with Nancy on occasion-Cannonball Adderely, and finally some Gerry Mulligan. Sound good? I sure think so. So sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, March 1st.

Bobby Darin-More

Gerry Mulligan-Blues in time

Nancy Wilson-The best is yet to come

Cannonball Adderley-Spontaneous Combustion

Let's celebrate the greatness of Coltrane today!

I'm sure nearly everyone who listens love John Coltrane as much as I do. So, I thought I'd salute him today with a special update. First up today is a classic from the album Johnny Hartman did with Coltrane. Then I have a great song from Karrin Allyson from her tribute to trane album. Finally, I have a song from the Miles Davis/John Coltrane set, and I'll wrap up with a terrific piece of jazz from the man himself. I hope you enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, February 29th.

Karrin Allyson-What's new
John Coltrane-Theme for ernie
Johnny Hartman-They say it's wonderful
Miles Davis/John Coltrane-Round midnight

Great update today!

I really have some great jazz for you today! First up is a classic recording from Louis Armstrong. Following that is a cut from Diana Krall that I've had a couple requests for. And I'll wrap things up with some swing from Cliff Jordan and Bud Powell! I hope you think it's as great as I do. And don't forget to stop by the station page at www.classicvoices.net. I have a new video of the week for you, and of course you can always listen from there as well as here. So bookmark it and check back often. For now though, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, February 28th.

Louis Armstrong-Just one of those things
Diana Krall-Peel me a grape
Bud Powell-Long tall Dexter
Cliff Jordan-Status quo

Let's answer a request for some Sophie Milman today.

I haven't played any of Sophie's music for a while, and a wonderful listener asked for some, so let's lead off with that today. Also on tap for this update-a great performance from Joe Williams and some terrific jazz from Charlie Haden and Scott Hamilton. It's a great update, and I think you'll love it as well. So enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, February 27th.

Sophie Milman-Prelude to a kiss
Scott Hamilton-If I love again
Joe Williams-It's easy to remember
Charlie Haden-Hello my lovely

Some vintage vinyl highlights this early Sunday morning update!

I got my hands on the 1950 vinyl album, Dance Sessions by Count Basie, and I'm playing a cut of that classic today. Also on tap, some live music from Freddy Cole, some hot jazz from Kenny Burrell and a great performance from Shirley Horn. Also, swing by the station website at www.classicvoices.net when you get a chance. I've put a new video of the week and will have a new poll up soon. Don't forget-you can find out how to make requests there and also listen there just like on this page. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday February 26th.

Count Basie-Right on
Freddy Cole-What now my love
Shirley Horn-Come dance with me
Kenny Burrell-Chucking

It's Frank Friday!! So let's end the week, Sinatra style!

I got my hands on a nice collection of rare Sinatra alternate cuts and outtake and I thought I'd share one with you today. Also on tap, a sweet number from Doris Day and some excellent jazz from Eddie Davis and the Oscar Peterson Trio. And don't forget if you'd ever like to request a song or artist, you can find all the details on how to do it on the station webpage at www.classicvoices.net  I'll be updating the page over the weekend, so check in then to see what's new! Now though, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, February 24th.

Frank Sinatra-Same old song and dance
Eddie Davis-Swinging till the girls come home
Doris Day-Makin' whoopee
Oscar Peterson Trio-Rob roy

It's been a cold, rainy day here today, and they're calling for a bunch of snow

So let's try and warm things up with some hot jazz. First up today,  a great piece of jazz from Donald Byrd. Then  I have a fun little tune from Dean Martin. Following that is some sweet music from Ella. And I'll finish up with some Hank Jones. Sound good? Then stay awhile and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, February 23rd.

Dean Martin-Where are you
Donald Byrd-Off to the races
Ella Fitzgerald-Nice work if you can get it
Hank Jones-We're all together

How about celebrating the 50th anniversary of a classic album

Tony Bennett's best known album ever, I left my heart in San Francisco was released 50 years ago this month, and I thought I'd play a track off that classic today. Not the title cut, but one of my favorite uptempo numbers from it. I also have a fun song from the great Dakota Staton and some dynamite jazz from John Coltrane and Lou Donaldson. And if you haven't stopped by the station webpage at www.classicvoices.net, be sure to. I have another vintage video there for you, and news about the live show that I'm going to put together. And don't forget you can always listen from there, like you can on this page. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, February 22nd.

Tony Bennett-Rules of the road
John Coltrane-Bob's boys
Lou Donaldson-Candy

Someone asked for some Steve Tyrell

So lets start things off with a cut from Steve's brand new CD. I also have nice ballad from Julie London for you. Plus I have a couple of really nice jazz cuts from Chris Botti, and a classic from Miles Davis. And also, the latest poll on the station webpage at www.classicvoices.net is over and the results were overwhelming! Because so many said yes to having a show with all live cuts, I'm in the process of getting it up and running and I'll be starting it soon. So thanks for voting everyone. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, February 21st.

Steve Tyrell-The way you look tonight
Miles Davis-My ship
Julie London-I've got a crush on you
Chris Botti-I'll be seeing you

An early morning Monday update to get you swinging into the new week!

Let's get things moving a bit this morning. Starting this update with a great live cut from Mel Torme. Follow that up with a great little number from Sarah Vaughan. And we'll wrap things up with some hot jazz from Bud Powell and Thelonious Monk. And if you get a chance to stop by the station website at www.classicvoices.net vote in the latest poll there if you can. I'm thinking of adding a new show with all live cuts and I'd like to gauge the interest in something like that. Don't forget you can listen from that page,just like can here. Thanks! And now enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, February 20th.

Mel Torme-Shakin' the blues away
Bud Powell-Down with it
Sarah Vaughan-All of me
Thelonious Monk-Just you just me

I have a double shot of Chet Baker on this early Sunday morning update

But let's start things off with some Sammy Davis today. I'll follow that up with a wonderful performance from a lady I've been getting a lot of requests for-the great Dee Dee Bridgewater. And then I have that double shot of Chet Baker for you. It's a great update and I really hope you enjoy it. And don't forget to check out the station website at www.classicvoices.net. I'll put up a new video of the week later today, plus there's a new poll to take part in. And don't forget-you can listen from there as well. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, February 19th.

Sammy Davis Jr.-Here's that rainy day
Chet Baker-These foolish things
Dee Dee Bridgewater-I'm A Fool To Want You/I Fall In Love Too Easily
Chet Baker-I can't get started

It's Frank Friday!

Of course every Friday, I add a classic Sinatra number and this week is no exception. I have a marvelous cut from Frank's first Duets album that I just love. Also on tap today is a swinging song from Anita O'Day and some killer jazz from Dexter Gordon and Zoot Sims. It's the perfect way to swing into the weekend. So enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, February 17th.

Frank Sinatra/Tony Bennett-New York New York
Zoot Sims-Tangerine
Anita O'Day-From this moment on
Dexter Gordon-The Panther

I've got a request here that I need to play-

A nice listener asked for some Johnny Hartman music, so let's lead off with that today. After that I have a hot little number from Betty Carter. Then I'll wrap things up with some great jazz from Donald Byrd and Teddy Edwards. And don't forget to stop by the station website at www.classicvoices.net. I'm thinking of adding a show to the station schedule that will feature all live cuts from the artists I play, and I'd like to know if you would enjoy something like that. So swing by and vote if you have time. Don't forget, you can bookmark that page and listen from there as well. Now though, enjoy-here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, February 16th.

Johnny Hartman-The more I see you
Betty Carter-For you
Donald Byrd-Lover come back to me
Teddy Edwards-Red top

The ultimate swingers lead off today's update!

There's never been a group as swinging as the rat pack and I have a classic performance from the whole gang for you today. Keeping the swinging going, I have a great cut from Dinah Washington for you. And finally some excellent jazz from Donald Byrd and Dizzy Gillespie. It's a killer update-and I really hope you enjoy it! So get ready to swing, here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, February 15th.


Dizzy Gillespie-Birk's works
Rat pack-Birth of the blues
Dinah Washington-Saturday night
Donald Byrd-Jeannine

It's an update full of love!

I'm celebrating Valentine's Day with love songs for you today. First up, a song from Harry Connick Jr. from the soundtrack to one of the most popular romance films ever, When Harry met Sally. Next, a love filled song from Stacey Kent. And finally some wonderful jazz from Charlie Parker and a perfect song for today from Miles Davis. Oh, there's a new poll up on the station webpage at www.classicvoices.net. I'm thinking of doing a show with all live cuts once a week and I'd love everyone's input. Swing by the station page and vote when you have a chance. You can also check out a new video of the week, and don't forget you can also listen to the station from that page as well as this one. So now, sit back and enjoy-and Happy Valentine's Day! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, February 14th.

Stacey Kent-All I do is dream of you
Harry Connick Jr.-Our love is here to stay
Miles Davis-My funny valentine
Charlie Parker-I'm in the mood for love

I've got a request here that I need to play-

So, let's play some Elaine Elias today. I've only played a few of her songs in the past, but I promised this wonderful listener I'd play some more-so here it is. I also have a great number from Chet Baker, and some great jazz from John Coltrane and Wynton Kelly. I think it's a really nice update and I hope you agree. Sit back and enjoy-here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, February 13th.

Chet Baker-I've never been in love before
Elaine Elias-Detour ahead
John Coltrane-Don't take your love from me
Wynton Kelly-Moonlight in Vermont

How about something from the new Steve Tyrell CD today?

Steve's brand new CD was just released and I have a really romantic cut from it today. Also on tap for today's update-a wonderful performance from June Christy and some sweet jazz from Dave Brubeck and Chris Botti. Oh and a quick note, don't forget to swing by the station website at www.classicvoices.net for the video of the week, news and of course you can listen from there as well. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, February 12th.

Steve Tyrell-That's all
June Christy-When you wish upon a star
Dave Brubeck-Georgia on my mind
Chris Botti-A thousand kisses deep

It's a cold and snowy day here in the Chicago 'burbs. So let's heat things up with some great music!

Of course on Friday, I add some Sinatra to the playlist, and today I have a double of Frank for you. I also had a request for some Madeleine Peyroux, so I'll gladly play a cut from her today. Then I have some excellent jazz-a hot number from Cannonball Adderley and a swinging cut from Lou Donaldson. On and don't forget, you can always make requests for songs or artists you'd like added to the playlist. Just stop by the station's website at www.classicvoices.net for all the details. Now enjoy-here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, February 10th.

Frank Sinatra-Learnin' the blues
Cannonball Adderley-Lisa
Madeleine-Peyroux-Lonesome road
Lou Donaldson-South of the border
Frank Sinatra-Same old Saturday night

Let's start off today's update with a request for some Dino!

I have a fun cut from Dean Martin for you today, plus a great song from Helen Merrill that I think you'll really enjoy. I also have a couple of great jazz numbers-one from Sonny Stitt and one from Jimmy Heath. I think it's a great update-so enjoy! Oh, and don't forget to swing by the station website at www.classicvoices.net. There's a wonderful old Louis Armstrong video up this week that is really fun, and a new poll. So stop by and enjoy. Now, here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, February 9th.

Dean Martin-You I love
Jimmy Heath-Nails
Helen Merrill-You're lucky to me
Sonny Stitt-Salt and pepper

A great swinging update today!

How about a fun song from John Pizzarelli to kick things off today. Then let's follow that up with some Rosemary Clooney. And then some great jazz-first a great piece from Monk and Sonny Rollins. Finally a song from one of my favorite jazz records from Chet Baker. I think it's a pretty great update, and I think you'll love it as well. Oh, and don't forget to swing by the station website at www.classicvoices.net to help with this months question. If you'd like to win CDs in the future, this is one you want to answer. Now, relax and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, February 8th.

Thelonious Monk/Sonny Rollins-I want to be happy
Rosemary Clooney-Bad news
John Pizzarelli-If dreams come true
Chet Baker-Picture of heath

A couple of cuts from vintage vinyl for you today

First up today, a great track from Sammy Davis from an old piece of vinyl. Next up is a wonderful performance from  Dakota Staton. Then I have a couple of great jazz numbers-one from Coltrane and a Gerry Mulligan track from one of his earliest vinyl releases. On, don't forget to stop by the station website at www.classicvoices.net  I updated it today, and there's a poll I hope you can take the time to answer. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, February 7th.

Gerry Mulligan-Flash
Dakota Staton-It could happen to you
John Coltrane-Tenor conclave
Sammy Davis Jr.-They can't take that away from me

I have a really sweet bluesy update today!

I had a request for some Ray Charles, so let's kick things off with that. Next up is wonderful performance from  Dee Dee Bridgewater from her tribute to Ella album. Finally some awesome jazz today from Illinois Jacquet and Charlie Parker. I really like this update and I think you will as well, so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, February 6th.

Ray Charles-Baby won't you please come home
Charlie Parker-Yardbird suite
Dee Dee Bridgewater-Oh lady be good
Illinois Jacquet-Soul explosion

An early morning update for you on this Sunday

I'm getting a quick update in this morning and it's a really nice one. First up is one of my favorite performance by Freddy Cole. This is one of my all time favorite songs and Freddy knocks it out of the park. Then I have a really nice number from Joe Pass that I think you'll really like. Next up, one of the station's most popular female vocalists, Melody Gardot. And finally some Ben Webeter rounds things out. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, February 5th.

Freddy Cole-I can't make you love me
Joe Pass-In the wee small hours of the morning
Melody Gardot-Gone
Ben Webster-Stella by starlight

Let's close out the week with some swinging jazz

How about kicking off this update with a classic by Sinatra and Count Basie. Then I have some great jazz from Ike Quebec and Illinois Jacquet for you. Finally a nice uptempo number from Ella. It's a nice way to end the week-so I hope you enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, February 3rd.

Frank Sinatra-I won't dance
Ike Quebec-Buzzard lope
Ella Fitzgerald-I'm beginning to see the light
Illinois Jacquet-Bow Jest

Some great jazz for you today-plus a live cut from Diana Krall

How about some Miles to start things off today? After that, a fun performance of a classic from Louis Armstrong. Then there's that live Diana Krall number I promised. And finally let's finish up with some Dexter Gordon. Sound great? I sure think so! Enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, February 2nd.

Louis Armstrong-I've got the world on a string
Miles Davis-It's only a paper moon
Diana Krall-Deed I do
Dexter Gordon-Bonna Rue

Answering a request for some Freddy Cole today

I think I get more requests for Freddy Cole, than Nat, so let's answer one of those today with a classic ballad from Freddy. Also on tap for today, a great track from Etta James. Plus a wonderful cut from Blue Mitchell and some excellent Coltrane. That will do it for today-enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, February 1st.

John Coltrane-Body and soul
Freddy Cole-The joke is on me
Blue Mitchell-Alone alone and alone
Etta James-These foolish things

Let's kick off today's update with some killer jazz.

A little Art Blakey and some Wynton Kelly for you today. Plus I have some Tony Bennett and a great live cut from Keely Smith that I just love. It's a really good update today, so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, January 31st.

Wynton Kelly-Mama G
Tony Bennett-You're Easy To Dance With/ Change Partners/ Cheek to Cheek
Art Blakey-Moodamorphosis
Keely Smith-A foggy day

A request for a classic from Peggy Lee today.

I had a request for Fever from Peggy Lee, so I've dug up an excellent live version that I think you'll love. Then I have a great swinging number from Bobby Darin plus some terrific jazz from Charlie Parker and Herbie Hancock. And if you haven't seen it yet, be sure to swing by the website at http://www.classicvoices.net/ to check out an incredible live performance from Miles Davis on the video of the week! Now, sit back and enjoy, here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, January 30th.

Peggy Lee-Fever(request)
Bobby Darin-My gal sal
Charlie Parker-Now's the time
Herbie Hancock-Blind man blind man

How about a jazzy little number from Mel Torme today?

Sounds great to me, so lets lead off with the Mel song. Next up, a fun song from Anita O'Day. Then a couple of great jazz numbers from Russ Freeman and Joe Henderson. It's a great update today, one I think you'll really love. And before I forget-the station website has been updated with an awesome old video of Miles Davis, so swing by and check it out at http://www.classicvoices.net/. You can also find out how to make requests there and more. Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, January 29th.

Mel Torme-Just one of those things
Joe Henderson-In N Out
Anita O'Day-Miss brown to you
Russ Freeman-Russ job

It's Friday, time for some Sinatra and some changes to the station!

A couple months back, when I was so lucky to interview Frank Sinatra Jr., he told me of an upcoming re-release of the classic CD, The Concert Sinatra. Well, that new release is out and I have an excellent cut from that today. Also on tap today is some wonderful jazz from Ben Webster and Miles Davis. Finally a great cut from Sarah Vaughan wraps up todays playlist update. And also today, I now have a brand new "voice" of Classic Voices Classic Jazz. I welcome Careth Eaton as the new person doing our liners. Careth is a marvelous talent and I think you'll enjoy her work. Finally, I'm planning on updating the station website this weekend. With my wife's recent surgery, I've gotten a bit behind on updating it, so I have that planned for this weekend. If you don't have the address, the station site is at http://www.classicvoices.net/  Now enjoy, here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, January 27th.

Frank Sinatra-Lost in the stars
Sarah Vaughan-Words can't describe
Ben Webster-You're getting to be a habit with me
Miles Davis-Stella by starlight

A live track from Sammy leads off today's update.

Got a great one for you today. First up as I said above, is a great cut live cut from Sammy Davis Jr. Next is a wonderful performance from Carmen Mcrae. Then I have some swinging jazz from Oscar Peterson and Lee Konitz. Sit back and enjoy this one-I think you'll really like it. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, January 25th.

Sammy Davis Jr.-Out of this world
Oscar Peterson-Lover
Carmen Mcrae-That old devil moon
Lee Konitz-Thingin'

Some wonderful slow jazz for you today.

I've had several swining updates in a row, so today, lets slow things down a bit. From the excellent CD, Johnny Hartman for lovers, I have a great cut from Mr. Hartman today. Next up, a wonderful slow cut from Shirley Horn. Then I have a couple of terrific pieces of slow jazz, first from Paul Desmond, and one from Charlie Haden. So enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, January 25th.

Johnny Hartman-These foolish things
Paul Desmond- Stranger in town
Shirley Horn-I fall in love too easily
Charlie Haden-Nightfall

A classic recording from Cannonball Adderely highlights today's update.

I had a request for one of Cannonball's most famous songs, so I'll be glad to play that today. I also have rare live cuts from Nat Cole and Chet Baker. And to close things out, how about some Dakota Staton. It's a great update, so sit back and enjoy the ride. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, January 24th.

Nat King Cole-Yes sir that's my baby
Cannonball Adderley-Work song
Dakota Staton-I'd love to make love to you
Chet Baker-Four

A hot, swingin' update for you today!

Let's get this joint cookin'! First up today, a great cut from Dean Martin that you don't hear very often, but I just love. Next, how about some Blossom Dearie? I've had a ton of requests for her music lately, so I have some Blossom today. Then I have some hot jazz from Jackie Mclean and Hank Mobley. Sound good? How about great! Enjoy, here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, January 23rd.

Dean Martin-Ten thousand bedrooms
Hank Mobley-Double whammy
Blossom Dearie-If I were a bell
Jackie Mclean-116th and Lenox

A warm and mellow update today.

I've been digging out from the first big snowfall of the year the last couple days, so how about some great music to warm things up. I have a great cut from Mel Torme today, a really warm tune from Ella and some terrific jazz from Bill Evans and Dexter Gordon. Sound good? Then sit back and enjoy. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, January 22nd.

Mel Torme-Born to be blue
Dexter Gordon-Don't explain
Ella Fitzgerald-Summertime
Bill Evans-The two lonely people

I'm finally back with a new update for the station.

Thanks for everyone understanding that I had to be gone for a few days. My wife had surgery and she is now home and doing well. So here's a quick update for you including a classic cut from Etta James who sadly lost her battle with leukemia today. Our condolences to her family. Now, sit back and enjoy-here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, January 20th.

Etta James-At last
Frank Sinatra-Hello young lovers
Thelonious Monk-Round midnight
Red Garland-Mort's report

I'm not going to be able to update for a few days, so here's a big one today!

My wife is going in for some surgery on Tuesday, so I'll be busy for a few days. So tide you over until I get back, here's a big playlist update. I've got a load of great music for you today, so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, January 18th.

Chet Baker-You got to my head
John Pizzarelli-I'm putting all my eggs in one basket
Blossom Dearie-Satin doll
Dexter Gordon-Empty pockets
Stacey Kent-I've got a crush on you
Lou Donaldson-Cool blues
Charlie Haden-Visa
Bobby Darin/Johnny Mercer-If I had my druthers
Kate Ceberano-Night and day
Duke Ellington & Charles Mingus-Asphalt jungle
Dean Martin-It won't cool off
Ella Fitzgerald-You can have him
John Coltrane-Moments notice
Johnny Hartman-Will you still be mine
Miles Davis-Tadd's delight
Sammy Davis Jr.-Ten out of ten
Shorty Rogers-Ten cents a dance
Louis Armstrong-That old feeling

It's another REALLY cold day here in the Chicago area.

We've had a pretty tame winter so far, maybe that's what makes today feel extra chilly. Let's warm up with some swing today. Sound good? Then how about some Sinatra swing, a great cut from Jeri Southern and some hot jazz from Zoot Sims and Sonny Stitt. This is a dynamite update-so enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Friday, January 13th.

Frank Sinatra-Follow me
Jeri Southern-Lets fly away
Zoot Sims-Too close for comfort
Sonny Stitt-Mean to me

A nice and relaxing playlist update today

It's been a very snowy day here in the Chicago 'burbs, the kind of day you just want to relax and enjoy some nice quiet jazz. And that's exactly what I have today. First up, a gorgeous cut from a CD that was just sent to me. It's a live cut from Lynette Washington that I think you will really enjoy. Then I have a classic ballad from Nat Cole and finally some warm jazz from Wynton Marsalis and Art Blakey. So sit back and relax, I'll keep the music coming your way. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, January 12th.

Lynette Washington-I'm glad there is you
Art Blakey-Sleeping dancer sleep on
Nat King Cole-The more I see you
Wynton Marsalis-For all we know

A request for some classic Miles Davis is the highlight today

This is a really great update today. First up, I had a request for a cut from Mile's most famous album, Kind of Blue, so I'll gladly play that. I also have some excellent jazz from Bill Evans for you today. Then I have a couple of great cuts from Joe Williams and one from Anita O'Day. And if you haven't taken part in the latest poll on the website at http://www.classicvoices.net/, please stop by and do so soon. As for now though, enjoy. Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, January 11th.

Anita O'Day-Let's fall in love
Miles Davis-Freddie Freeloader(request)
Joe Williams-Until I met you
Bill Evans-Our love is here to stay

A taste of Sinatra today.

I just got my hands on the old Blue Note plays Sinatra CD and have a gorgeous track from that for you today. Then I have one of my very favorite live performances from Tony Bennett, plus some more from that wonderful album that Linda Ronstadt did with Nelson Riddle. Finally, a listener asked for some Joe Lovano, so I have a nice jazz cut from him. Hope you enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, January 10th.

Tony Bennett-When Joanna loved me
Ike Quebec-Nancy with the laughing face
Linda Ronstadt-What's new
Joe Lovano-Like someone in love

I hope everyone had a nice weekend!

Let's start off the new week with a nice mellow update. First up today is a song from early in Michael Buble's career that I think you'll enjoy. Then I have a cut from one of the most popular female singers on the station-Doris Day. Finally how about some slow jazz from Ben Webster and Scott Hamilton. Sound good? Then enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, January 9th.

Michael Buble-I'll be seeing you
Doris Day-Day by day
Ben Webster-All the things you are
Scott Hamilton-You left me all alone

How about an early Sunday morning update?

I got really busy on Friday and couldn't do a playlist update, so how about one this morning. And I think it's a pretty great one. First up, I had a request for a classic duet featuring Sinatra and Louis Armstrong, so I'm adding that today. Then I have a great performance from Lena Horne. And finally, some excellent jazz from Hank Mobley and Nat Adderley. Sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday January 8th.

Frank Sinatra/Louis Armstrong-Birth of the blues
Nat Adderley-Chordnation
Len Horne-Get out of town
Hank Mobley-Gettin' into something

How about some classic Miles today?

I think it sounds great, so I have an excellent track from Miles Davis for you today. I also have a really fun cut from Mel Torme, and a swingin' number from Rosemary Clooney that I think you'll really love. Finally, a nice piece of jazz from Art Pepper. Sound good? Then sit back and enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Thursday, January 5th.

Mel Torme-The rhumba jumps
Art Pepper-Among friends
Rosemary Clooney-It ain't worth a thing if it ain't got that swing
Miles Davis-Dig

I have a double dose of Blossom Dearie today!

I had a nice listener ask for some Blossome Dearie today, so how about a couple by her! I also have a really nice number from Sammy Davis Jr. plus some swinging jazz from Horace Silver and Cliff Jordan. And don't forget to stop by the station website at http://www.classicvoices.net/ to take our latest poll! Thanks and enjoy today's update-here are the songs I added to the playlist on Wednesday, January 4th.

Blossom Dearie-Let me love you
Sammy Davis Jr.-Yes I can
Cliff Jordan-Bo-Till
Blossom Dearie-Moonlight saving time
Horace Silver-Sister Sadie

A double dose of great jazz is coming your way today!

A great update for you today, one I think you'll really enjoy. First up is a wonderful song from Johnny Hartman. Then I have an artist I don't play that often, Jeri Southern with an excellent little number. Then I have a double dose of Gerry Mulligan for you, including a cut from his very rare first album. I hope you enjoy it-and I hope you can swing by the station website at http://www.classicvoices.net/ to vote in the new poll that I put up today. Now enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Tuesday, January 3rd.

Johnny Hartman-It could happen to you
Jeri Southern-Nice work if you can get it
Gerry Mulligan-Ide's side
Gerry Mulligan-Taking a chance on love

Just an amazing update today!

First up, let's answer a request. A nice listener asked for one of Dean Martin's most classic songs, so I have that today. Then I have a great old cut from Dinah Washington for you. Finally a couple of great jazz tracks-first from Cannonball Adderley and an incredibly jazzy number from Lou Donaldson that I think you'll love. Oh and be sure to keep checking the station website at http://www.classicvoices.net/. I'll have a new poll up soon, so be sure to vote! Now, enjoy! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Monday, December 2nd.

Dean Martin-Ain't that a kick in the head
Dinah Washington-Early in the morning
Lou Donaldson-Good gracious
Cannonball Adderley-Hippodelphia

Happy New Year!

I'm ringing in the New Year with a terrific playlist update for you today. First up for you today is a great tune from Bobby Darin. Next, a great swinging live cut from Ella Fitzgerald. Then I have some jazz by request from Illinois Jacquet, and another request for some Jackie Mclean. It's a really great update today-so enjoy, and Happy New Year!! Here are the songs I added to the playlist on Sunday, January 1st.

Bobby Darin-I'm beginning to see the light
Ella Fitzgerald-The old black magic
Illinois Jacquet-Jivin' with Jack the bellboy(request)
Jackie Mclean-Kerplunk