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Brandon Sanders’ album ‘Compton’s Finest’ featured on WBGO’s New Day, New Play October 30-November 3

Brandon Sanders
Eva Kapanadze
Brandon Sanders

Compton’s Finest, -he debut recording from drummer Brandon Sanders, is a fine out-of the-gate date, featuring plenty of room for pianist Keith Brown, tenor saxophonist Chris Lewis, vibraphonist Warren Wolf and bassist Eric Wheeler to bring their one-for-all attitude. There are some tunes you’ll know, some originals and two guest spots for vocalist Jazzmeia Horn to explore on works by Stevie Wonder and Duke Ellington.

From Monday, October 30 through Friday, November 3, one cut from the Compton’s Finest album will be featured each morning on the New Day, New Play spotlight on my Daybreak show.

Preview “Voyage” from Compton’s Finest, above.

In jazz radio, great announcers are distinguished by their ability to convey the spontaneity and passion of the music. Gary Walker is such an announcer, and his enthusiasm for this music greets WBGO listeners every morning. This winner of the 1996 Gavin Magazine Jazz Radio Personality of the Year award has hosted the morning show each weekday from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. And, by his own admission, he's truly having a great time.