Dr. Jazz Podcast

Welcome to the Dr. Jazz Podcast! My name is Nathan Holaway and I have been addicted – seriously addicted – to jazz for the past 26 years. I just absolutely love jazz music and I just want to share many of my favorite tracks and stories with listeners. Episode 1 is just a “maiden voyage” and I’m just spinning some of my favorites. The podcast seemed to take a twist down to N’awlins (New Orleans) based music. After all – New Orleans was the “Birthplace of Jazz” so I suppose it’s fitting that is where we start as well.  Enjoy and check back often!

-Dr. Jazz

The Dr. Jazz Podcast with Nathan Holaway

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: Episode 1 - Dr. Jazz Podcast's "Maiden Voyage" (Aug. 2017)

In this Episode, we take a look at how jazz musicians can create various characters within their music – and just how interesting they can be!

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The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Musical Characters (Aug. 2017)

When folks smirk, they are acknowledging that something is clever, cute or unbelievable. When folks get goosebumps, they cannot help but see and feel that something has moved them emotionally. In this episode, I'm sharing a few tracks that have made me smirk and given me goosebumps - all while being in the Virtual Speakeasy (where anything can happen). I hope some of these selections give you the same feelings.

-Dr. Jazz

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Inside the Virtual Speakeasy (Aug. 2017)

In this Episode, we take a look at the art of innuendo and Just how jazz musicians can create art using sex appeal, blue language, double entendres and innuendo within their music - and the results are eargasmic!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - The Art of Innuendo (Aug. 2017)

In this Episode, we take a look at some of Dr. Jazz's Favorite Recordings.  In this Episode you can hear everything from Tom Harrell to Thelonious Monk. Tune In...Ya know ya wanna!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Some Favorite Recordings (Sept. 2017)

In this Episode, we take a look at how jazz musicians can cover tunes that are originally rock n' roll tunes, hip-hop tunes, or even other jazz tunes. The result is pure magic! I guarantee thee's something for everyone here: from novice to aficionado.

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The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Covers (Sept. 2017)

In this Episode, we take a look at how jazz codifies various vices. So whether you have reefer madness, tend to be promiscuous, like to smoke or take a drink now and then - we've got everything you need. The Dr. Jazz Podcast wants to be your next vice! 

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The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Vices (Sept. 2017)

In this Episode, we take a look at how jazz musicians can cover tunes that are originally rock n’ roll tunes, hip-hop tunes, or even other jazz tunes. The result is pure magic! I guarantee thee’s something for everyone here: from novice to aficionado.

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Covers, Part 2 (Oct. 2017)

Aren't women wonderful? In this Episode, we pay homage to the various women who have been immortalized in Jazz. These women have become constant wellsprings of inspiration. Thank you Ladies!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - Aren't Women Wonderful? (Oct. 2017)

We're back and we've brought the Bon Temps! In this Episode, we take a look at New Orleans based Clarinets as well as New Orleans inspired Clarinets. Guaranteed to entertain and inform!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: New Orleans Clarinets (Mar. 2018)

In this Episode, we take a look at Epic Jazz Masterpieces (pieces over 10 min in length) and we discuss their importance. So, get comfy, get cozy, grab yourself a beverage and enjoy!

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The Dr. Jazz Podcast: Epic Jazz Masterpieces (Mar. 2018)

Because I am a teacher - all fun things in life get put on the back burner when school cranks back up.  Now that I have finally found a way to get my head above water, I can share a podcast with y'all.  In this Episode, we are merely spinning some of my favorite tracks I've been diggin' on this month, the month of September. I present to you Dr. Jazz's "September Songs" – Enjoy!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: September Songs (Sept. 2018)

In this Episode, we take a look at the historical and chronological happenings of classic Chicago-style jazz. 

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The Dr. Jazz Podcast: Classic Chicago Jazz (Apr. 2019)

In this Episode, we take a look at music from the Big Bands. Some of the music you will hear will be classics while others are obscure diamonds in the rough. C'mon and join us and enjoy some swing music!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: Big Band Music (Feb. 2020)

In this Episode, we kick off a 5-Episode spotlight to get you ready for MARDI GRAS! In this episode, we listen and discuss one of the most precious cultural aspects of New Orleans' musical culture: The Piano Players.

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - New Orleans Piano Players (Feb. 2020)

In this Episode, we are gettin' ready for Mardi Gras. This is part of the spotlight series leading up to Mardi Gras, and we are focusing on music from New Orleans Brass Bands. They are a storied tradition in New Orleans culture. Come jump in our Second Line, or start your own!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: New Orleans Brass Bands (Feb. 2020)

Did he invent jazz or not? In this episode we discuss the man, the myth, the legend and a bunch of stories associated with the great Jelly Roll Morton!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: The Legend and Stories of Jelly Roll Morton (May 2020)

In this Episode, we serve up 25 of the most well-known tunes associated with jazz master, Count Basie! Impeccable time, serious swing and it all goes down easy. New fan or old - we all have to bow to Basie's legacy!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: Count Basie (Aug. 2020)

One More Time! This is an addition to our Count Basie podcast. Here we highlight the awesome musical friendships Count Basie has had on record over his career. Enjoy!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast - One More Time: Count Basie & Friends (Aug. 2020)

I am very proud to call myself an Ellingtonian. But, I am always amazed at the number of great musicians I meet who claim that they do not care for the Duke, even if they respect him. Perhaps it's his vast catalog? Perhaps it sounds antiquated to some ears? Either way - we're giving you 25 mellow tracks of "gutbucket grandeur" that will prove that the Duke was not just another big band leader, but America's greatest composer!

The Dr. Jazz Podcast: Mellow Ellington (Dec 2020)

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