Focal Point is a journey into the hidden corners of jazz, with Pete Evans drawing on his vast vinyl collection to explore artists, record labels, defining eras and overlooked connections. Whether spotlighting a single musician, a seminal label or a unique moment in jazz history, Focal Point offers fresh perspectives.
Playlist: Sonny Red - Brother B. {Breezing} Walter Benton - Out Of This World {Out Of This World} Harold Land - So In Love {Eastward Ho! - Harold Land In New York} Julian Priester - Blue Stride {Spiritsville} Werner-Rosengren Swedish Jazz Quartet - Too Late {Bombastica!} Johnny Lytle - Mister Strudel {Blue Vibes} Rene Thomas - Spontaneous Effort {Guitar Groove} Charlie Rouse - Blue Farouq {Takin’ Care Of Business} Mel Rhyne - Barefoot Sunday Blues {Organ-izing}
On this edition Pete dives in on the Jazzland label in 1960 to find and share those gems.
