Cabinet Of Jazz

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In 1964, Dizzy Gillespie ran for President of the USA and in his manifesto, he named a cabinet of jazz musicians. In this highly innovative podcast series – originally broadcast on Jazz FM – British comedian and jazz nerd Marcus Brigstocke invites jazz musicians and famous jazz lovers to join him on stage in London to nominate their own Cabinet of Jazz. Marcus digs deep into his inner geek and challenges each nomination with wit and humour in this ten part comedy series. A who’s who of “Pres...

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Trailer

Nov 19th, 2021 3:00 PM

Marcus Brigstocke explains why you should listen to the Cabinet of Jazz.

Stewart Lee

Jan 26th, 2022 1:00 AM

Comedian Stewart Lee on Germanic free jazz, how stand-up comedy and jazz are inseparable and what led Lee to drop his trousers on stage nightly!

Jay Rayner

Jan 26th, 2022 1:10 AM

Presenter, Journalist, and Jazz Pianist Jay Rayner explores the suitability of jazz musicians to take a political role (it’s not a positive take!), how the entire Count Basie orchestra could be very useful in an armed conflict and some childish sniggering over the name Dick Hyman.

Gary Crosby OBE

Jan 26th, 2022 1:20 AM

Co-Founder of Tomorrows Warriors and Bass Player Gary Crosby OBE on memories of late-night New Orleans, the healing power of John Coltrane and a plan to take his political inner-circle to Jamaica regularly!

Julian Joseph OBE

Jan 26th, 2022 1:30 AM

Pianist, Composer, and Broadcaster Julian Joseph on a plan to send Ella Fitzgerald out to heal patients using just the power of her voice, the creation of a unique government role - Minister for the Environment AND Lyricism - and whispering with Miles Davis.

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