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Podcast: Behind the Mic With Kirkus Reviews
Episode: GENTLEMAN OF JAZZ by Ramsey Lewis, Aaron Cohen, read by Dion Graham
Description: Dion Graham’s brisk pacing works well to invite listeners into the energetic life and career of jazz icon Ramsey Lewis. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Robin Whitten discuss this delightful memoir for jazz lovers and newcomers alike. Graham has once again captured the essence of a great jazz musician in this audiobook, and his deftly modulated performance celebrates the musician’s remarkable story and long career. This audiobook defines an important American musician who made major contributions to twentieth-century jazz. His memoir was completed just before his death in 2022.Read the full review of the audiob...