Writing the script for a radio commercial seems an easy thing to do. Mention the name of the company, the thing they want to promote, add a catchphrase or slogan, and end with a contact phone number – job done. […]
Yearly archives: 2021
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Creating added value for your podcast subscribers is a great way to raise or boost your profile. One way to do this is to create a PDF or digital book made up of the key points of your podcasts, collated […]
Sure, we all know to remove unwanted noises and mistakes from our podcasts, but audio editing can involve a lot more than the obvious. There’s an art to it that can really improve the impact your interviews have on your […]
There’s an audio recording and editing app I’ve been using on and off for a few years now that’s ideal for recording podcasts and radio shows. It’s totally free, reliable, and as solid as any audio app can be. I’ve […]
It’s old advice, but well worth repeating. After you have a good number of podcasts under your belt it’s a good idea to listen back to older shows to see what you can learn from your mistakes. Well, perhaps mistakes […]
If you like shouting into the wind then making a podcast could be for you. After all the technical aspects of recording and getting your podcast listed on the key platforms is done, the hard work begins – building an […]
When it comes books to help you find your way as a podcaster, the field is wide open (I’ve even written one myself). Having worked in broadcasting during the 80s (using vinyl and tape), and then rekindling my love of […]
It’s not often someone calls to make a complaint, but it’s been happening a lot over the past few months. It turns out my phone number is similar to supermarket chain New World Hobsonville. From the conversations I’ve had with […]
Just a quick note to let you know that all future Just Jazz shows will only be appearing on the Mixcloud service. Many thanks – see you over there.
If you are knew to interviewing guests on your podcast you may feel a little nervous. That’s only natural. However, the more you know about your guest, and the reason you are interviewing them, then the better you will feel […]
In this week’s bundle of zeros and ones is music from… Azymuth – Jazz Carnival Greg Chambers – Let’s Dance Garry Percell – Smooth Strut Antonio Adolfo – Partido samba funk Bill Colletti – Get Into It Donald Byrd & […]
No matter how much you spend on a microphone the key to getting the best from it is for you to get to know it. To treat it like a friend. Only rarely can you just plug a mic in […]
Another week, another show – glass in hand – from the man down under. Animal Nightlife – Love is the great pretender Greg Manning – Twinkle Francesco Amenta – Number 9 Dee Lucas – Full Tilt Camera Soul – Condivisa […]
In this week’s cut crystal glass of Red Label (no ice) is music from the following artistes. Dennis Coffey – Impressions (album: Down By The River) Christopher CJ – Follow Johnny Britt – Good Feelin Knick Smith – Feelin’ Smooth […]
Music featured in this week’s show includes: Xavier Gordon – Bridges Günter Asbeck – Make It Work Again feat Dennis LeGree & Will Donato Dave Dunlop – Soulful Strut Chan Hall – Stay For Awhile feat Tony Craddock Jr. Willie […]
What would happen if your audience were shut out of using social media, or if you found yourself in hot water with the social media de-platform bots? You'd risk losing the ability to connect with your followers, to tell them of your new episode etc.
Sorry for the missing shows… Just Jazz is a syndicated radio show broadcast by more than 90 stations worldwide. Michael Haggins – Gift To The World Willie Bradley – Mystical Moment feat. Nathan Mitchell Inversions – Black Russian Knick Smith […]
By Steve Hart I watched a very interesting documentary on Aljazeera TV last week about pirate broadcasters Radio Caroline and The Voice of Peace. While UK station Caroline – launched in the 1960s – promotes LA (loving awareness), The Voice […]
This week a message arrived from a reader worried about being compelled by their boss to take the Covid vaccine. Fit, young and healthy – their argument is that they don’t line up each winter to get the company’s free […]
And now for something completely different, it’s Steve Hart’s Just Jazz featuring bits and bobs from the studios of… Montana Sextet- Heavy Vibes (Original Version) Judah Sealy – Off The Charts James Saxsmo Gates – I Want You feat Robbie […]
Get your dancing shoes on for another hour of jazz with music from… Morrissey Mullen – Mr. Sax And Captain Axe (Remix) George Anderson – Higher Ground Bassmanegg – The Star Of The Story (radio edit) The Grasso-Ravita Jazz Ensemble […]
Evan Carydakis has enjoyed a 25-year career playing saxophone and has now released a 5-track e.p called Groove House. Based in Tasmania, he is now obtaining global recognition for his music which is being picked up by broadcasters worldwide. Listen […]
In this week’s kettle of fish we have joyful tunes from the likes of… Richard Randolph – Changing Lanes Biscodini Organ Trio – 6 Ft. Distance Quintin Gerard W. – Cleared For Takeoff James Saxsmo Gates – I Want You […]
In 2006 I took an interest in the Victoria Theatre, Devonport, as there was talk of it being pulled down to make way for a multistorey car park and apartments. A robust campaign to save the theatre had started and […]
Over the weekend I got to speak with Michigan-based 26-year-old jazz singer, composer and pianist Hannah Baiardi about her career and new album Straight from the Soul. This interview features in Just Jazz show 21, and I began by asking […]
Anti-nuclear campaigner Harvey wasserman talks to Steve Hart about the Fukushima nuclear powerplant disaster. The interview was recorded in March 2014.
There’s a world of independent ‘radio’ stations to listen to, but where to find them? Years ago, a shortwave and AM radio receiver was the best bet to stumble upon something new or unusual. Until recently, TuneIn.com was the go-to […]