Lakecia Benjamin Keeps the Flame Burnin’
Ahead of her SFJAZZ UpSwing appearance, Lakecia Benjamin talks about her upcoming album We Dream, the spirit behind “Flamekeeper,” and the communal energy she wants her music to carry into the room.
Echoes & Inspirations: Melissa Aldana’s Jazz Journey
History-making saxophonist Melissa Aldana joins us to discuss her introspective new album Echoes of the Inner Prophet, her deep connection to Sonny Rollins and Wayne Shorter, and her upcoming double bill with Taylor Eigsti at SFJAZZ.