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06/05/2026

Brandon Commodore releases his debut EP called "This Is 40" at Crooners June 5th, TONIGHT!!!

Brandon Commodore (drummer, composer) joins Jazz88's host, Patty Peterson, to talk about the release of his debut EP of original music called "This Is 40". Starting in the music business at 19, he now reflects on how at this age, the music comes from a deeper place and he hears it in his composing. Known for his work with Sounds Of Blackness, Mint Condition, and NPG, he also talks about an upcoming release "This Is 40" concert at Crooners Supper Club on June 5th, and the special guests he has joining him.

Listen on Apple Podcasts:

Podcast Episode · Jazz88 · June 4 · 9m

06/05/2026

This week's episode of Good Acoustics has a heavy NOLA vibe with groups like Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Anders Osborne, Ledisi, Galactic with Irma Thomas, and much, much more. Saturdays 1 - 3 on 88.5FM

06/05/2026

Tune in to the Jazz Impulse and our annual Purple Party! Joining in the Celebration this week, we are honoring the hometown kid with his spirit, inspiration and music for a special 3 hour mix, 7-10pm for the soundtrack to your Saturday Night 💜 ☔️ What do u wanna hear?!

06/03/2026

Fun things coming your way, next week on The Morning Show!

06/03/2026

The Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio play this coming Sunday Night, 6/7 at The Parkway Theater in South Minneapolis and we want you there! Leave a comment of your favorite Organ Jazz records and tag a friend if you are interested in attending. We will pick a winner Friday!

06/02/2026

Peter Carlson and Danny Sigelman caught Southwest High School's annual Courtyard Jazz Concert last night. It was a beautiful night out with a talented bunch of student musicians. You'll be able to hear their set on our Monday night, Jazz at MPS program soon. Can you guess which Prince song they played!?

06/02/2026

Check it out tonight!

On TONIGHT's ENCORE Jammin Jazz - Jazz For The New Generation Michelle has some more brand new Jason Miles, Nolatet, Flea, Jazz Sabbath, Allison Miller's Boom Tic Boom, Scott Amendola Band, Buffalo Monroe, NEW Club d'Elf, Happy Orchestra, Heisenberg Uncertainty Players and of course that last late night set of upbeat danceable jazz to get you movin’ - you don’t wanna miss it! What's on tap? Tune in and find out! Only on Jammin’ Jazz - www.JamminJazz.com

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06/02/2026

Jazz88 Morning Host Peter Solomon speaks with Andrew Walesch, the Artistic Director of the JazzMn Orchestra, about their Saturday, June 20th appearance with singer Michael Mayo at the 2026 Twin Cities Jazz Festival. Walesch, a singer himself, discusses Mayo’s unique gifts as a vocalist and improvisor.

Hear the conversation here: https://www.jazz88.fm/2026/05/29/tcjf-highlight-michael-mayo-with-the-jazzmn-orchestra/

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06/01/2026

Tune in tonight to MN Jazz Tracks, from 7-9pm. Twin City based singer, “dirty soul” man and Season 26 finalist of the Voice, Adam Bohanan will be joining us on Minnesota Jazz Tracks!

Originally from New York City, Bohanan has since adopted Minneapolis as his hometown and continues to build on his television notoriety and high level performance and skills he picked up as a finalist on ‘The Voice.'

As part of “Team Reba”, Bohanan was a semifinalist on the show on Season 26 and made it to the Top 8. Since his participation on the show, Bonhanan has been recording and performing around the Twin Cities and the Country and has put together a stellar night of music at the Capri Theater this month where he will be performing this coming Saturday, June 6.

Tune in to Minnesota Jazz Tracks on jazz88.fm or 88.5 FM to hear what he's been up to and what to expect Saturday at the Capri!