Alexa Peters
Sr. Digital Music ManagerAlexa Peters is a Seattle-based journalist and editor with a focus on music, arts, and culture. Her journalism has appeared in Rolling Stone, The Washington Post, DownBeat Magazine, and The Seattle Times, among others.
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Leader of her own groups and a member of several jazz bands, Audrey Stangland shares her versatile musical approach and what she loves about trombone. -
As a member of Oregon, solo artist, and collaborator of luminaries like Keith Jarrett and John Abercrombie, Towner left an indelible mark on modern progressive jazz. -
Rebecca Kilgore championed 1930s and 1940s vocal jazz and collaborated extensively with songwriter Dave Frishberg, who wrote classics like "I'm Hip," and "Peel Me A Grape." -
From scat singing to jazz history tidbits, Dearly Blossom's social media content has earned the doe-eyed diva thousands of loyal followers. -
KNKX receives thousands of fresh songs per year for programming consideration. Here are the jazz releases from 2025 that rose to the top for our music hosts. -
From modern jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette to masterful scatter and vocalist Nancy King, KNKX remembers the lives of notable jazz musicians who passed away this year. -
On Nov. 7, the Recording Academy announced their 2026 Grammy nominations, including finalists for each of the six jazz categories. The winners will be announced in February. -
Ten local artists will start the new year $10,000 richer, thanks to local music nonprofit Sonic Guild Seattle. -
From a collectible vinyl reissues to a jazz club made from LEGOs, these unique gifts are sure to delight the jazz enthusiasts in your life. -
A versatile musician adept in many styles, Vince Brown is a skillful swing guitarist well known in the region for a variety of music projects.
