John Northup
The Edge of Jazz HostIt all started outside Detroit, where John’s mom used to hang a little transistor radio in his crib, so it’s really her fault. He has worked in web design and accessibility since 1999, dabbling in community radio sporadically in Vermont, Minnesota, and Michigan since 1987. John came to Utah in 2017 and works for WebAIM at the USU Institute for Disability. He holds a master’s in information science from the University of Michigan and an undergraduate degree in mass communications from Goddard College. John’s tastes in music are as diverse as Earth itself, but jazz is number one.
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In our post-Valentine's Day show — our Heartbreak Hotel edition — we mire ourselves in lost love, loneliness, and misery. Come along with us and have a good cry! -
This, our pre-Valentine's day show, loads up the hour with the most romantic music that we dare to play on the radio.
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A rich, modern jazz set blending lyrical ballads, hard-swinging horns, and big band fire — featuring Harold López-Nussa’s drive, Nicholas Payton’s warmth, and a soulful nod to Mingus at the close.
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A high-energy blend of Latin fire, big band power, and soulful swing — featuring Steven Oquendo’s tribute to Machito, Christian McBride’s elegance, and deep grooves from Mark Sherman and Mike LeDonne.
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A soulful, reflective jazz set of heartfelt ballads and quiet grooves — featuring Kenny Barron’s tenderness, JD Allen’s depth, Sean Mason’s introspection, and warm vocals from Teri Roiger and Ledisi.
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An urban, globe-spanning jazz journey mixing groove and reflection — from Scofield and Holland’s easy swing to Gato Barbieri’s fire, Herbie Mann’s funk, and Leslie Odom Jr.’s soulful calm.
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A thoughtful modern set balancing hard-bop roots and forward-looking spirit, with Horace Silver’s drive, lyrical reflections from Al Foster and Billy Hart, and hopeful energy from Johnathan Blake.
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For our final show of 2025, we rewind to 1975 — an era of funk, fusion, and fearless jazz — featuring Grover Washington Jr., Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Gil Scott-Heron, and Keith Jarrett.
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A thoughtful, season-touched jazz set blending reflective originals, Detroit grooves, and holiday warmth — featuring Vince Guaraldi’s classic touch and Patricia Brennan’s modern edge.
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A warm, elegant set blending jazz vocals, lyrical ballads, and modern swing — featuring Boz Scaggs’ “Detour Ahead,” Sacha Boutros’ charm, and a festive finish from Jeremy Pelt.
