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John Pizzarelli
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Radio Deluxe brings jazz lovers into the “deluxe living room” of world-renowned guitarist and Grammy Award winning producer, John Pizzarelli and Broadway vocalist Jessica Molaskey. Each episode blends handpicked recordings from the Great American Songbook, timeless standards, and unexpected musical discoveries with the hosts’ warm and witty conversation. Recorded in their Manhattan apartment or upstate cabin, Radio Deluxe feels like an invitation to an intimate musical soiree. Listeners enjoy smart stories, engaging commentary, and at times, visits from distinguished guests across the jazz and theater worlds.Relax, unwind, and discover the soundtrack to all things Deluxe. For world-renowned guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli, Tony Bennett was more than simply an influence. Pizzarelli’s late father, the revered guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli, was a frequent sideman for the legendary singer, appearing on albums including 1960’s To My Wonderful One and 1969’s I’ve Gotta Be Me. John got his own opportunity to accompany Bennett for a radio broadcast that also featured pianist Ralph Sharon and bassist Jay Leonhart. The admiration was mutual – Bennett could be found in the audience for a number of Pizzarelli’s. performances, and sketched his likeness on two occasions. The charming artwork that graces the cover of Pizzarelli’s heartfelt new tribute album, Dear Mr. Bennett, was rendered during an engagement at Feinstein’s nightclub at New York’s Loews Regency hotel.Browse all performers
