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RADIO/PODCAST: Chicago Calling: Unsung Heroes of the City's Hardbop Scene

Chicago is a historic capital of early jazz and post-World War II blues, but in the 1950s and early 60s it also had a thriving hardbop scene. While jazz luminaries such as Gene Ammons, Eddie Harris and Johnny Griffin all emerged from this scene, it also featured numerous talented players who achieve...

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03:28 on February 2 2010

RADIO/PODCAST: Chicago Calling: Unsung Heroes of the City's Hardbop Scene

All About Jazz — Chicago is a historic capital of early jazz and post-World War II blues, but in the 1950s and early 60s it also had a thriving hardbop scene. While jazz luminaries such a... more info

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