"Looking back to look forward" could be the motto of this playlist. It kicks off with a blaxploitation tinged scorcher of a song from an upcoming Charles Kynard re-release, followed by a live performance in which Enemy (Kit Downes, Petter Eldh, James Maddren) marks a decade of music making by playing some of their key tunes.

Brandee Younger's feelgood new album opens a playlist with excellent debut albums, and old friends playing in new configurations.

Songs, blues, cosmic jazz and more in this playlist featuring some of the most exciting new releases.

A cinematic set for lovers of soundtracks, music connected -- one way or another -- to the movie world, grooves and earworms.

A world of sonic explorers from all over the world, in the 37 minutes of this playlist that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home.

Between Branford Marsalis' integral reimagining of Keith Jarrett's "Belonging" and Tony Tixier's prolific output, here is a playlist full of creative, up and coming musicians.

In case the first new album of Kneebody in six years was not enough to make you immediately click 'play' and listen to this episode of Mondo Jazz, a playlist replete of imaginative music should do the trick.

No matter the format, from duo to large ensemble, depth and introspection are the defining characteristics of the music featured in this playlist.

Enjoy a playlist featuring gems from around this jazz world, connected through a number of common threads…

40 minutes replete of music you didn’t know you couldn’t live without.

Enjoy a set dedicated to music that flows beautifully, and is uplifting and energizing.

Up and coming artists, and legends playing with up and coming artists, on this intergenerational playlist!

Music that was recorded live, music that is about to be (or has just been) performed live, and music that is keeping us alive, in this lively set.

Here is a playlist featuring endless delights from recent and not so recent releases of Kenny Wheeler, and Kenny Wheeler-adjacent music, projects and musicians.

Enjoy a set featuring three of the most exciting European large ensembles, the WDR Big Band, the Brussels Jazz Orchestra and the Ensō Ensemble, delving into compelling original music, and covers of gems by Joe Jackson and Nick Drake.

A slew of gorgeous new albums on the NY-LA express is at the core of this episode which also takes to Switzerland and Australia, for good measure!

A tribute to the late Bunky Green through his music and that of the musicians he has inspired.

Tons of music continues to orbit around Sun Ra. Here some fascinating new and archival recordings.

A playlist featuring music inspired by New Orleans, Gaza and Africa, and then an unearthed live gem.

Mark Turner is so busy as leader, co-leader and special guest on countless new albums, that he--literally--seems to be here, and there, and everywhere (pretty much like Ted Lasso's Roy Kent!). Here is a quick guide to enjoy his ubiquitousness!

A playlist focusing on recent outstanding guitar albums, with two cherrys on top, the latest releases by Kjetil Mulelid and Ambrose Akinmusire.

From our studio in Bushwick, NY, here is--for the 321st time--Mondo Jazz bringing you delightful recent and upcoming releases!