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Bilal brings genre-bending R&B sound to KNKX studios

Performing his signature blend of R&B, jazz, and rock, Bilal made a quick stop at KNKX for a spiritual and heartfelt studio session.

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.

Jazzmeia Horn in the KNKX Studios in 2018.

Singer Jazzmeia Horn transcribes her soul through song

With a name that serendipitously matches her career, vocalist Jazzmeia Horn feels she's living out her destiny, weaving together melody and emotion onstage.

Reid Anderson of The Bad Plus performs in the KNKX studios.

The perpetual evolution of The Bad Plus

Since welcoming pianist Orrin Evans to the group, The Bad Plus has embarked on an exciting musical journey that will come full circle during their farewell tour next year.

A person plays on the saxophone inside a recording studio. A drummer, another saxophonist and a vibraphonist are in the background, slightly out of focus.

Curtis High School jazz band makes memorable debut at KNKX

The Curtis High School jazz band play with mentor Bren Plummer in this KNKX School of Jazz studio session.

A man sits at a grand piano inside a recording studio.

The collaborative soul of pianist-composer Billy Childs

Grammy-winning composer and pianist Billy Childs draws inspiration from mentorship, and the 'alternate universes' various collaborations lend his projects.

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