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Jazz Flyte Podcast

Jazz Flyte Podcast

By: Darrell Scott
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Welcome to “The Jazz Flyte Podcast, where we will dive into the lives and careers of the Jazz Legends who’ve left a rhythmic imprint on the world. Be prepared each week to reminisce on the highs and the lows of their musical journey, and the trials that sculpted their timeless musical gems. We’ll preserve the legacy of these extraordinary maestros and find inspiration in the melodies of their lives. Subscribe now and never miss a beat!Copyright Darrell Scott Music
Episodes
  • 133: Why Spyro Gyra Never Sounded the Same Twice

    133: Why Spyro Gyra Never Sounded the Same Twice
    Apr 26 2026
    Fifty years. Let that sit for a moment.

    In this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with Jay Beckenstein, the leader of Spyro Gyra, a group that has shaped the sound of contemporary jazz for generations.

    We go back to the beginning. A name that came from a late-night moment and stuck. A band that was never supposed to last this long but did. And a journey that started with a dream of playing saxophone and turned into a global legacy.

    Jay breaks down what it really takes to sustain creativity over decades. How do you keep writing when you have hundreds of songs behind you? How do you evolve without losing your identity? And how do you manage a band where every member is not just a player, but a contributor with their own voice?

    We talk about the reality behind the music. The changes in technology. The shifts in the music business. The difference between surviving and thriving. And why respect and collaboration have been the foundation of Spyro Gyra’s success.

    This conversation is also about timing and gratitude. Being in the right place when music was exploding with possibility. Being open to influences from around the world. And understanding that longevity is not luck alone, it is discipline, adaptability, and vision.

    This is more than a conversation about jazz. It is about building something that lasts.

    Connect with Spyro Gyra: https://spyrogyra.com/

    Purchase Tickets to the Tri-C Jazz Festival: https://www.tri-c.edu/jazzfest/
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    36 mins
  • 132: Why Every Musician Must Bet on Themselves

    132: Why Every Musician Must Bet on Themselves
    Apr 19 2026
    What happens when talent meets opportunity and pressure at the same time?

    In this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with Patches Stewart, a world-class trumpeter whose journey started in New Orleans and led him to stages alongside legends like Al Jarreau, Marcus Miller, and Quincy Jones.

    We talk about what it really looks like behind the scenes. The early days of struggle. Learning how to survive on the road. Navigating the music industry when nothing is guaranteed. And the moment when you have to decide whether you stay comfortable or step out on your own as an artist.

    Patches opens up about growing up surrounded by music in New Orleans, the lessons he learned from playing in horn sections versus stepping into the spotlight as a soloist, and the advice that changed everything when it came time to build something for himself.

    We also get into the realities of being a working musician. The discipline it takes to master an instrument like the trumpet. The pressure of performing at the highest level. And how technology has changed the way artists create, connect, and survive in today’s industry.

    This is more than a conversation about jazz. It is about resilience, evolution, and understanding your value in a world that constantly tries to define it for you.

    Connect with Patches: https://thepatchesstewart.com/
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    32 mins
  • 131: How Brendan Rothwell Built a Career Without a Record Label

    131: How Brendan Rothwell Built a Career Without a Record Label
    Apr 12 2026
    Some instruments support the music. The bass defines it.

    On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with Brendan Rothwell, a bassist whose sound carries both legacy and evolution. From hearing Marcus Miller for the first time to building a career across continents, Brendan shares how one moment can shift everything.

    We talk about his early beginnings in the UK, his move to Canada, and how the jazz scene looks different when geography, distance, and opportunity all play a role. Brendan opens up about what it means to develop your own voice while being influenced by greats like Stanley Clarke, Nathan East, and others who shaped the sound of modern bass.

    This conversation goes deeper than music. We get into independence, streaming, and the real business of being an artist today. Brendan breaks down how platforms like Spotify can change a career, how one song can fund multiple projects, and why understanding the business side is just as important as mastering your instrument.

    This is a conversation about consistency, identity, and what it takes to stay in the game when no one is handing you the blueprint.

    Connect with Brendan:https://www.brendanrothwell.com/
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    38 mins
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