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Having performed all over the world for more than 20 years, Jason Prover has developed a Swiss Army Knife approach to playing the trumpet and creating music. He has studied with musicians from a variety of influences and styles and possesses an ever-evolving, multi-faceted sound of his own. While working to complete his upcoming album, he continues to tour, record, teach and play most nights in New York City.

Jason Prover, trumpet
Alex Raderman, drums
Sam Raderman, guitar
Dylan Shamat, bass
Jonathan Beshay, sax

• Two sets: 12:30pm and 2:30pm (Doors open one hour before show time)
• There is a $20 Minimum Per Person
• All seating is first come, first served
• Table Seating is all ages, Bar Area is 21+. Bar Area tickets for patrons under 21 will not be honored

Join Black House Black Joy Podcast and WBGO Studios as we celebrate the power of Black Music Month and the profound influence of House Music in New Jersey and beyond. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with the stories and sounds that have shaped a community and continue to resonate today.

Come and join us at 6 pm on June 15th in Express Newark's Lecture Hall at the Hahnes Building, where WBGO's Carmen Balentine will be hosting an evening filled with music, storytelling, and community.

Panelists: Carolyn Byrd, Eddie Nicholas, Charon Jenkins, DJ Mix Mash, Dr. Lacey Hunter

Our podcast is the perfect companion to the upcoming film docu-series "Black House, Black Joy", which explores the same themes and stories in visual form.

So put on your dancing shoes and join us for "Black House Black Joy" - a celebration of House Music, Black joy, and the power of community.

To Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhouseblackjoy

Harlem Blues Project: Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration


The Harlem Blues Project has been a staple on the New York City Blues scene for over a decade. Led by Jerry Dugger on bass and vocals, and joined by David ”Doc“ French, Barry Harrison, Junior Mac, they bring together the best of New York City’s Blues talent. The band is geared toward historic, rhythmic, listenable, and danceable Blues. Audience participation is expected, as it enhances the total experience. You’re guaranteed a funky, bumpin, jumping good time.

Jerry Dugger, bass
Barry Harrison, drumc
Jr. Mack, guitar & vocal
David "Doc" French, guitar & vocal

On the latest episode of the Singers Unlimited podcast, vocalist Marty Elkins drops by the WBGO Studios for a special live performance, as well as a chat with host Michael Bourne.

With Five highly acclaimed CDs, a #1 Billboard single and multiple
Billboard charting songs, over the past thirty years, New York guitarist JJ
Sansaverino has reached millions touring the world with his “Benson
meets Santana” musical style. An extraordinary performer, JJ has a "take
no prisoners" performance attitude, gracing the stage night after night
touring on his own or with reggae legend Maxi Priest bringing his vibe of
Smooth Jazz, R&B, Blues and Reggae. A Berklee School of Music
graduate and award winner, he has shared the stage with the likes of
Maceo Parker, George Clinton, Gerald Albright, Randy Brecker, Shaggy,
Sean Paul, Victor Bailey, the Marley Family, and even performed for Sir
Paul McCartney's wedding in 2002. JJ is continuing his touring through
2022 supporting his latest CD release “Soul Energy” from Innervision
Records while celebrating his latest radio hits “Miami” and “Ride With Me”
which is on the Billboard Chart this week.

$20 Minimum Per Person
Brunch Menu
NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.

All seating is first come, first served.
Table Seating is all ages, Bar Area is 21+. Bar Area tickets for patrons under 21 will not be honored.

Michael Bourne remembers his whacky 1969 trip to Woodstock

Steven A. Williams, WBGO's President & CEO, shares his thoughts on the station's audience and reach.

Bloomfield College student-athlete Tyra Brooks began her internship in the WBGO News Department this month and like a big part of her most recent semester…

On the August 19 WBGO Journal, we look back at the amazing impact Clarence Avant and Jerry Moss had on the music and entertainment worlds

On the October 14 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle chats with HAIR star Olivia Puckett and we get a review of Maestro at NYFF