2018

John Coltrane Day on KSDS!

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:June 25, 2018

Tune in TODAY as we celebrate John Coltrane. On March 6, 1963, John Coltrane and his quartet arrived at Van Gelder Studios in New Jersey to record an album. It was a busy time for the group, which featured pianist McCoy Tyner, bassist Jimmy Garrison and drummer Elvin Jones. But the recordings from that March afternoon session never saw the light of day — until now. Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album is being released today but you can hear it in its entirety at 3pm pacific on The Drive (as well as classic Coltrane cuts ALL DAY). Ron Dhanifu will have saxophonist Robert Dove and other special guests. John Coltrane Day, only Jazz 88.3.

Jazz Live- Ken Peplowski with the Mike Wofford Trio

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:June 13, 2018

Jazz Live will see acclaimed Reedman Ken Peplowski take the stage at the Saville Theatre TONIGHT!  Peplowski is considered to be one of the greatest living clarinet players in the world and will be making his debut appearance as a leader to Jazz Live. The Mike Wofford Trio (with special guest Holly Hofmann) will be the band, so the show should spectacular.  The concert is SOLD OUT but the broadcast will happen at 8pm. Any questions can be answered by the membership team or you can call Ken Borgers at 619-388-3301. As always, thanks to Big Front Door Sandwich Shop, located in University Heights (Park Blvd.) for providing food for the Jazz Live artists. If you are going remember that good ole' parking pass!

Jazz Live- Gaslamp Quarter Jazz Orchestra

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:June 13, 2018

Jazz Live will see San Diego's own Gaslamp Quarter Jazz Orchestra take the stage at the Saville Theatre for the first time TONIGHT at 8pm.  The orchestra will be paying homage to the one and only Count Basie. Special Guest for the evening is pianist, Eric Reed. Only current Jazz 88 members can attend this concert. Any questions about membership can be answered by the membership team or you can call Ken Borgers at 619-388-3301 however, The show is SOLD OUT. As always, thanks to Big Front Door Sandwich Shop, located in University Heights (Park Blvd.) and now Solana Beach for providing food for the Jazz Live artists. If you are going remember that good ole' parking pass!

Anthony Ortega Birthday Celebration!

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:June 1, 2018

TODAY KSDS will be focusing on saxophonist legend, Tony Ortega. It is Tony's 90th birthday and we will be featuring his music all day along with interviews and a possible appearance by Anthony himself. Tune in for details. MORE TONY...

John Mayall in Concert

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 21, 2018

Mark your calendars--John Mayall will grace the Music Box stage, Wednesday, May 30th (8PM). John Mayall is one of the most influential people in British blues, renowned as a performer and bandleader for the Bluesbreakers. In addition to his own musical success, Mayall has been a mentor to many of the greats including Eric Clapton & Peter Green. This is certainly one concert you won't want to miss! For more information, or to purchase tickets, click here! Please Note: This concert is 21+

T's Final Every Shade of Blue

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 16, 2018

This Saturday (5/19) we get to hear our beloved T on Every Shade of Blue. Tune in at 9pm when T will "pick them up and lay them down" one last time as KSDS re-airs T's final Every Shade of Blue (from June 28th of 2014). Claudia Russell will present the broadcast and remember the 35 year legacy of this legendary Blues radio host. Rest in Peace, T.

KSDS and Arts for Learning

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 9, 2018

Jazz 88.3 and Arts for Learning San Diego invite you to jazz up your school with the Rob Thorsen Jazz Quartet.  Jazz, An American Artform is an interactive program that gives students the opportunity to learn about the history of jazz and its music presented by San Diego’s top jazz artists like Gilbert Castellanos, Bob Boss and Curtis Taylor, to name a few.  To learn more about this program, please e-mail Sherrie Brown at Arts for Learning or call her at 619-282-7599.

Saturday Night Fish Fry- Live! Saturday, June 16th

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 7, 2018

Our exclusive, members-only Saturday Night Fish Fry -- LIVE is OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!  Raymond with his special musical guest, Roy "Mr. Guitar" Gaines, will head down to the Barrett Junction Cafe for an old-fashion, all-you-can-eat fish fry dinner. Roy Gaines will be doing a tribute to the legendary T-Bone Walker and there will be plenty of other surprises. Buses leave at 5PM at Lot 8 at City College. The show will be broadcasted LIVE at 7pm. For details or questions, contact the KSDS membership teamMORE ON ROY...

Gator By the Bay 2018

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 2, 2018

It's that time of year again! San Diego’s annual Gator By The Bay, the largest, most-authentic Louisiana-themed music and food festival this side of the bayou, will be held May 10 – 13, 2018, at Spanish Landing Park (directly across from the San Diego International Airport) on beautiful San Diego Bay. Presented by the Bon Temps Social Club of San Diego, this celebration features four days of live music with more than 100 musical acts and special performances on seven stages as well as a delicious array of southern cuisine, including 10,000 pounds of fresh crawfish trucked all the way from Opelousas, Louisiana! For specific times, details, and to purchase tickets, click here!

Digital Gym Cinema

Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 2, 2018

Jazz 88.3 is thrilled to support the Digital Gym Cinema and Media Arts Center located on El Cajon Boulevard (and 30th Street)! The Digital Gym Cinema is a non-profit movie theater which screens foreign and independent movies that would otherwise never be shown in San Diego. It's owned and operated by Media Arts Center San Diego (MACSD), a 501 c(3) non-profit organization and has been promoting independent movies and teaching the art of filmmaking for over 24 years in the San Diego – Baja California Region. They are dedicated to engaging neighborhoods in community self-expression via new technologies through an independent movie theater, a store with digitized products, media experiences and hands-on media programs. Its programs and services include Youth Media & Tech Camps, Teen Producers Project, the Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival, Digital Gym CINEMA, iVIE Awards & Student Film Festival, and Community Video Production Services. For more information, or to view their current screenings, click here!