Kiana Faircloth

Kiana Faircloth, a jazz expert and festival host known for her podcast "Jazz Beyond Tradition," joins the conversation to explore captivating new tracks. They dive into The Beths’ relatable disillusionment in "No Joy" and Dustin O’Halloran’s calming composition "Gold." The nostalgic themes in Darstar Tucker's rendition of "Pure Imagination" evoke childhood wonder. They also discuss Nicholas Payton’s collaboration with Esperanza Spalding, weaving melodies that resonate with emotional depth. Plus, humor shines through in the playful banter about the band Grumpy.