WBGO's President and CEO Steven A. Williams responds to possible cessation of federal funding for PBS and NPR:

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Today is International Jazz Day — a global celebration of jazz as a force for peace, creativity, and connection.

Started by UNESCO and Herbie Hancock in 2011, the day honors jazz’s roots and its future.

#InternationalJazzDay #JazzAppreciationMonth

Who’s going to Newport Jazz?!

What first sparked your love for jazz?

#jazzappreciationmonth

Did you know we have an app? Download it for free and listen to your favorite jazz radio station anywhere in the world! 🌍

What’s the city you associate most with jazz?

Be sure to tune in to Women Wednesdays on 88.3! Music by women presented to you by the amazing women of WBGO.

Did you know? WBGO started in 1979 in a Newark classroom, built by a small but mighty community of jazz lovers. Now it’s a global home for jazz—all thanks to listener support.

I cant believe some people dont like jazz

Did you know that a contribution of $60/month makes you a WBGO member?

WBGO runs on you—now more than ever. 🎷

Join as a Sustaining Member and get exclusive perks: concert access, vintage merch, special discounts & more.

Please help us keep this music alive. 🔗 wbgo-web.memsys.com/donate/

Did you know WBGO offers amazing travel experiences?

This year, we’re taking Jazz lovers to South Africa! Join host Lezlie on an unforgettable journey to the Rainbow Nation!
—learn more here: immersionjourneys.com/wbgo/

The legendary vibraphonist, jazz-funk pioneer, and the mind behind Everybody Loves the Sunshine passed this week at 84. His grooves shaped generations, from jazz and R&B to hip-hop, influencing artists like A Tribe Called Quest and Dr. Dre.

Is there an Ayer’s track you’ve been playing this week?

Aretha Franklin

"A Change Is Gonna Come"

Composer-Sam Cooke

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#Music #Jazz #Freedom #ArethaFranklin #QueenOfSoul

Blue skies smiling at me...The legendary Ella Fitzgerald made this song unforgettable—just like her voice. Kicking off our journey on Bluesky with the First Lady of Song!

We would love to know what Ella Fitzgerald song is your favorite!