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

Big Bands and Beyond

Modern Power, Classic Legends Presented by Paul Rigby

On Air: First Monday, 8–10pm Repeat: , 8–10am Omnibus: Sunday, 8 -10am

Join broadcaster and bandleader Paul Rigby for Big Bands and Beyond — a monthly showcase of modern big bands and legendary ensembles. Paul is leader of the Northern Jazz Orchestra and brings expert insight, great music, and special guests.

Pauls Guest this month is Matt Harris – Composer, Conductor and Jazz Innovator

MATT HARRIS

Matt Harris is a renowned jazz composer, pianist and educator whose career spans touring and recording with Maynard Ferguson and Buddy Rich, teaching at California State University Northridge and Loyola Marymount University, and conducting All‑State bands across the U.S. and abroad.

He has written for major ensembles including the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Metropole Orchestra, Airmen of Note and Kluvers Big Band, and his music is commissioned worldwide. With six albums of original work and decades of international influence, Harris remains one of jazz’s most versatile creative voices.

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 - 8th SEPTEMBER

Carol Jarvis

Trailblazing Trombonist, Educator and Inspiration

Carol Jarvis is one of the UK’s most in‑demand jazz trombonists and session musicians — a multi‑instrumentalist, arranger, orchestrator and educator whose work spans major orchestras, global tours and chart‑topping artists. She has performed with Sting, Paul McCartney, Queen, Amy Winehouse, Rita Ora and many more, bringing her signature versatility and musicianship to stages around the world.

A professor at both the Royal Northern College of Music and Trinity Laban, Jarvis made history as the first female President of the International Trombone Association. A cancer survivor, she shares her story internationally as an inspirational speaker, championing resilience, creativity and the power of music.

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 9th September 5pm

Friday 5pm, Sunday 12pm

THIS WEEK

Duke Ellington

The Architect of Big‑Band Jazz

Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington was a pioneering jazz pianist, composer and bandleader whose 50‑year career reshaped American music. Rising to fame at Harlem’s Cotton Club, he wrote more than 1,000 compositions and crafted big‑band works that showcased the unique talents of his musicians.

His collaborations with Billy Strayhorn produced classics like Take the “A” Train, while suites such as Black, Brown and Beige bridged jazz and classical traditions. With his percussive piano style and harmonic innovation, Ellington became one of the most influential figures in 20th‑century music — honoured with the Presidential Medal of Freedom and a posthumous Pulitzer Prize.

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 5th September 8pm

Sunday 2pm Monday 4am, Tuesday 6pm

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

This week, the Sapphire Blues David features two artists Kimberly Nicols and Erja Lyytinen

Kimberly Nicols

Wild Women Don’t Sing The Blues – A Journey Through Heritage, History & the Heart of America’s Music

The blues is the heartbeat of modern music — born in the Mississippi Delta and carried across the world. Wild Women Don’t Sing The Blues brings that legacy to life through Kimberly Nicols, whose great‑grandfather played the very music she now honours on stage.

This is an immersive journey, not a concert — tracing the blues from dusty crossroads to vibrant speakeasies, celebrating the women and heritage that shaped Kimberly’s voice.

Erja Lyytinen –

Finland’s Queen of Slide Guitar

Erja Lyytinen is a Finnish blues‑rock guitarist, vocalist and songwriter celebrated worldwide for her slide‑guitar mastery and emotive performances. Known as the Queen of Slide Guitar, she has released more than a dozen acclaimed albums, including Wildflower, Stolen Hearts, Another World, Waiting for the Daylight and Smell the Roses.

Her career includes collaborations with Sonny Landreth, Jennifer Batten and Carlos Santana, alongside major honours such as the European Blues Award for Best Guitarist and a #2 ranking in Total Guitar’s best guitarist poll. Erja Lyytinen continues to push the boundaries of modern blues‑rock with power, precision and unmistakable style.

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