CHILLI JAZZ RADIO WEEKLY SHOW NEWS

TOM'S ON HIS HOLIDAY'S AND HIS REGULAR SHOWS WILL BE FROM OUR FANTASTIC ARCHIVES, BUT DON'T WORRY HE'LL BE BACK ON THE 14th SEPTEMBER

WITH TOM STEVENS

MONDAY'S 11.00PM

The Lighter Side of Big Bands & Jazz – Celebrating Feel‑Good Jazz Across the Decades

EVERY TUESDAY STARTING THE - 8PM

YOU DIG? — Jazz Stories, Big Personalities, Real Insight

Smart, relaxed conversations with the musicians and creators shaping today’s jazz world — hosted by Grammy‑nominated Steve Wiest.

A smart, funny, relaxed conversation series hosted by Grammy‑nominated trombonist, composer and author Steve Wiest. Each episode is an easy, witty hang with musicians and creators from across the artistic world — diving into their lives, influences, stories and the creative spark behind their work. If you love great jazz talk, real insight and hearing how creative minds really work… You Dig?

THIS WEEK - 1st SEPTEMBER

“Marshall Gilkes: The Trombone Powerhouse Redefining Modern Jazz”

Marshall Gilkes brings a rare combination of power, elegance, and technical brilliance to the trombone. A standout voice with the Maria Schneider Orchestra and the WDR Big Band, Gilkes has shaped the sound of contemporary jazz with his soaring solos and bold, cinematic compositions. His music blends virtuosity with deep emotional storytelling, making him one of the most compelling brass artists of our time.

STAR-SPANGLED RADIO HOUR

With Dennis M. Spragg – Historian, Author & Curator

Dennis M. Spragg is the lead historian of the Glenn Miller legacy, coordinating the Glenn Miller Collections at the University of Colorado Boulder and serving with the Glenn Miller Birthplace Society. He co‑produces the acclaimed Star‑Spangled Radio Hour, manages the Glenn Miller Collections’ online presence, and writes widely published articles on American history and exceptionalism. His work is featured by major media, the Smithsonian, and the Library of Congress, and he appears frequently across radio, TV, podcasts, and live events.

Wednesday 2nd September 5pm

Friday 5pm, Sunday 12pm

THIS WEEK PART 2

The Metronome All‑Stars: Jazz’s Greatest Poll‑Winners Unite Across Three Decades

Jazz’s top poll‑winners captured in rare all‑star studio sessions.

The Metronome All‑Stars were a unique studio project created by Metronome Magazine, bringing together top jazz musicians based on its annual readers’ polls. These all‑star sessions captured the sound of three eras — 1939–42, 1946–53, and 1956 — showcasing swing greats, bebop innovators, and cool‑jazz stylists in rare, one‑off collaborations. Today, the recordings stand as a vivid snapshot of jazz history shaped directly by the listeners who loved it.

WITH TOM STEVENS

Wednesday's 8.00pm

NOT TO BE MISSED DRIVING HOME WITH TOM

Thursday's 5pm

The Michele Monro Podcast

The first Thursday 3rd September of every month 7pm -8pm

Michele Monro talks about her father the legendary singer Matt Monro.

The Voice Behind the Stories, The Legacy Behind the Music

Michele Monro brings a uniquely personal perspective to the world of classic song and showbusiness. As the daughter of legendary singer Matt Monro, she has spent years preserving, curating and celebrating his legacy — and now she shares those stories, insights and rare moments on her new Chilli Jazz Radio show.

Expect warm, witty and deeply informed storytelling as Michele opens the door to a lifetime surrounded by music: the hits, the hidden gems, the studio tales, the family memories and the remarkable journey of one of Britain’s greatest vocalists. Her show blends nostalgia with discovery, offering listeners an intimate look at the man behind the microphone and the music that continues to inspire generations.

A heartfelt, engaging and beautifully crafted programme — Michele Monro brings history to life with charm, honesty and a deep love for the art of song.

TODD'S TURNTABLE

THURSDAY 3rd September 8PM

FRIDAY 2AM & 7PM, SUNDAY 4PM,

Do not miss the brilliant Tod Gordon and his themed shows

THIS WEEK

THE FRANK LOESSER SONG BOOK

The Broadway Craftsman Behind America’s Most Beloved Songs

Frank Loesser — the genius behind Guys and Dolls and How to Succeed in Business — wrote music for more than 60 Hollywood films, creating classics that became part of America’s songbook. His most famous? “Baby, It’s Cold Outside,” first performed at a New York housewarming party with his wife in 1944, later winning the 1950 Academy Award. A true master of melody and wit, Loesser’s songs still shine today.

Tom Celebrates Count Basie at 121 — Swing, Soul & the Basie Legacy

Tom marks Count Basie’s 121st birthday with a swing‑filled tribute to the legendary pianist, bandleader, and architect of the Basie sound. Expect classics like One O’Clock Jump and April in Paris, plus a special feature: Tom’s interview with current Basie Orchestra director Scotty Barnhart, the Grammy‑winning trumpeter keeping Basie’s legacy alive today.

Tom's brilliant show's are always packed with new music and interviews

Saturday's 7pm

Sunday 7pm, Monday 7pm, Tuesday 12am, Wednesday 5am

John looks at Hot Lips Page – The Fiery Trumpet That Lit Up the Swing Era

Oran Thaddeus “Hot Lips” Page was one of the Swing Era’s most electrifying trumpeters — a Texas‑born powerhouse known for blistering solos, booming vocals, and unstoppable stage presence. After rising through Walter Page’s Blue Devils and Bennie Moten’s band, he became a standout with Count Basie and later recorded widely with Artie Shaw, Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, and Pearl Bailey.

Influenced by Louis Armstrong but unmistakably his own force, Page led bands, toured internationally, and helped shape early rhythm and blues. Nicknamed “Mr. After Hours,” he was the heartbeat of countless late‑night jam sessions, leaving a legacy of fire, swing, and fearless improvisation.

Saturday 29th August 8pm

Sunday 2pm Monday 4am, Tuesday 6pm

Join David Harding-Price tonight for his fabulous Blue's Show

This week, the Sapphire Blues Samantha Martin – Canada’s Soul‑Charged Powerhouse

Samantha Martin — a commanding vocalist, a fearless songwriter, and one of the most compelling artists shaping today’s roots‑soul landscape.

Samantha Martin is one of Canada’s most electrifying voices — a powerhouse singer whose blend of soul, R&B, blues, roots rock, and gospel has earned her multiple Juno nominations and widespread acclaim. Leading the high‑energy 11‑piece band Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar, she delivers a sound that’s rich, raw, and unmistakably her own.

With standout albums like Send the Nightingale, Run to Me, and The Reckless One, Martin has built an international reputation for emotionally charged songwriting and roof‑lifting vocals. Her music is bold, heartfelt, and steeped in the spirit of classic soul.

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