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Recording artist Jake Shimabukuro poses for a portrait Monday, Jan. 24, 2011 in New York. (AP Photo/Jeff Christensen)

How a viral ukulele video launched Jake Shimabukuro's career

Hawaiian ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro strummed his way to international fame when a 2006 viral video catapulted him into the spotlight.

The jazz group Yellowjackets performs at the jazz festival in Kiev, Ukraine, in 2010.

After four decades, Yellowjackets still keep the groove alive

From backup band to critically acclaimed quartet, Yellowjackets have been a vibrant force in contemporary jazz since the late '70s.

Organist Delvon Lamarr performing in the KNKX studios in 2017.

Delvon Lamarr's surprising start on the organ

Delvon Lamarr, leader of the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, started out as the drummer for Seattle organist Joe Doria. One night, he decided to try Doria's organ. It opened up a whole new world.

Alune Wade in the KNKX studios Oct. 24, 2025.

Alune Wade studio session highlights New Orleans-West African connections

Senegalese bassist and singer Alune Wade celebrates his album "New African Orleans" with his septet in an exclusive KNKX studio session.

Pianist Larry Fuller proves you should never judge a CD by its cover

Despite a comical mishap surrounding the Japanese release of his debut record, Larry Fuller has had a noteworthy jazz career as a sideman and trio leader.

Multi-instrumentalist Kate Olson performs in the KNKX studios.

Woodwindist Kate Olson steps out as a bandleader with 'So It Goes'

Multi-talented saxophonist Kate Olson celebrates her first album as a leader in a KNKX studio session performance.

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