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Julian Joseph hears the musical inspirations of double bass maestro and jazz legend Reggie Workman. Reggie's deep tone, soulful groove and virtuosic delivery form the foundation of countless albums from fellow jazz greats – among them Art Blakey, Donald Byrd, Alice Coltrane, Yusef Lateef, Max Roach, Pharoah Sanders, Archie Shepp, Wayne Shorter and, most famously, John Coltrane. Here Reggie shares music and memories from his time working with Coltrane – from conversations at the kitchen table to Coltrane’s expectations of his band and a seminal album recorded live at New York’s iconic venue, the Village Vanguard. He also reflects on some of his own adventures as a bandleader and his philosophies on music in general.

Elsewhere in this bass double bill, Julian has concert highlights from Avishai Cohen, performing live at Cully Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Avishai is celebrated for the physicality and creativity that he brings to the bass, and for his continuous musical explorations, as he offers something new with each album. His festival performance features a selection of music from his latest projects and a beautiful Hebrew song, with Avishai on vocals.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else