Justus Sanchez
Evening Jazz HostJustus arrived from KBEM FM Jazz 88.5 in Minneapolis, and the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS), in the fall of 2023. For nine years he held many roles including Jazz Host and Production Director, producing a variety of programming highlighting new jazz artists, indigenous voices, veterans, history and beyond.
Justus is passionate about the power of music and its ability to bring people together. He hopes to share unique and diverse music to broaden musical horizons and bring his appreciation for different genres and artists to Evening Jazz. He’s excited to discover more great music and to connect to the Northwest music scene and share it with you on KNKX!
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The multi-faceted singer was on track to become a full-fledged jazz singer until his early commercial success in the 2000s neo-soul movement. -
Albert “Tootie” Heath was a persistent drummer and jazz educator for more than 60 years. He passed away this year at 88. -
French guitar virtuoso Sylvain Luc had a great ability to accentuate the beauty in jazz, classical and popular music. He passed away this year at 58. -
The songwriter, singer, and saxophonist Braxton Cook brought a dynamic and reflective set of songs to KNKX’s Seattle Studios. -
On Sunday's Tree of Jazz we'll celebrate the jazz legends Lou Donaldson and Roy Haynes who passed away this week; and one of the original jazz and blues composers W.C. Handy -
On his birthday, this Sunday's Tree of Jazz will highlight bassist Henry Grimes. Plus a new release from a drummer and band leader Brandon Sanders and his harmonious band. -
Saxophonist Kareem Kandi brought together an incredible group of musicians, including the renowned artists drummer Ali Jackson and George Colligan on piano. -
The genres are boundless at Bumbershoot, but here are some jazz gems that you don't want to miss. The 2024 festival returns to Seattle Center Aug. 31 - Sept. 1. -
New York-based, British Columbia-born, trumpeter and singer Bria Skonberg celebrates her new album "What It Means" in a KNKX studio session. -
Hiatus Kaiyote's new album Love Heart Cheat Code is unbound by any one style. Bassist Paul Bender spoke with KNKX about the band's jazz inspiration and the new album.
