Saxophonist Cliff Colon's Jazz Overhaul find improvisational possibilities in music of the grunge era. True to the spirit of 1992, and a nostalgic surprise for listeners familiar with the source material, the quartet delivers something all music fans can appreciate.

A new year brings new releases and new tours. KNKX's The New Cool will keep you connected to the latest in modern jazz in 2023. 19-piece band Snarky Puppy's "Empire Central" album is a hot winter treat, offering a world of thrilling music for modern times.

Holiday grooves and modern jazz favorites populate this week's show, the final one before Christmas. Host Abe Beeson also looks at a few last concerts in 2022 and some exciting upcoming performances in the first weeks of the new year.

London ensemble Kokoroko follow their hit 2019 single with the new album "Could We Be More."

Portland-based trumpeter Cyrus Nabipoor spoke with KNKX's Abe Beeson about his newly focused modern style.

Top English modern jazz musicians explore classics on second volume of covers from Blue Note Records.

Modern jazz stars Binker & Moses collaborate with producer Simon Ratcliffe in the new project Village of the Sun

English pianist and singer Ashley Henry is featured this week on The New Cool.

Rising modern jazz duo DOMi & JD Beck come to Seattle next week with their new debut album.

The New Cool offers the new single from keyboard player, composer and producer Kiefer this week.