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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A colorful jazz set blending playful classics, lyrical reflection, and spirited improvisation—featuring Vince Guaraldi, Daggerboard, Bobby Watson, Ruben Caban, and Jon De Lucia. -
A vibrant jazz set blending Latin rhythms, playful grooves, soulful vocals, and adventurous modern sounds—featuring Hendrik Meurkens, Christian McBride, Russell Gunn, and Amina Figarova.
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A colorful jazz set blending big-band fireworks, tender ballads, bluesy grooves, and Latin passion—featuring Gordon Goodwin, Houston Person, Cory Weeds, Dave Bass, and Aymée Nuviola.
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A spirited jazz set blending hard bop, big-band experimentation, Caribbean warmth, and modern grooves—featuring Greg Abate, Monty Alexander, Russ Anixter's Hippie Big Band, and Kiefer.
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A thoughtful jazz set blending lyrical reflection, soulful grooves, and inventive modern sounds—featuring Ekep Nkwelle, Sullivan Fortner, Mike Clark, and Goldings Bernstein Stewart.
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A warm and thoughtful jazz set blending mellow grooves, heartfelt tributes, and soulful vocals—featuring Jalen Baker, Janis Siegel, Josh Lawrence, and Lizz Wright with Kenny Banks, Sr.
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A lively jazz set blending Monk-inspired playfulness, Latin grooves, big-band color, and timeless balladry—featuring Jon Batiste, Donald Vega, Bob McChesney, and Branford Marsalis with Dianne Reeves.
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A soulful and reflective jazz set blending rich vocals, lyrical ballads, and adventurous improvisation—featuring Carmen Lundy, Oscar Peterson, Faye Carol, and Ulysses Owens Jr.
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A bold and exploratory jazz set blending soulful vocals, modern grooves, and adventurous improvisation—featuring Cassandra Wilson, Terri Lyne Carrington, Pat Metheny, and Henry Threadgill.
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A warm and soulful jazz set blending lyrical ballads, Latin rhythms, and autumnal moods—featuring Jim Rotondi, Dena DeRose, Mike DiRubbo, Dwayne Dolphin, and Yoko Miwa.
