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Podcast: Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley
Episode: Jay Beckenstein (Spyro Gyra) on Miles Davis, Rick James, Sheila E. & 51 Years of Jazz-Funk Fusion
Description: Jazz-funk pioneer Jay Beckenstein, saxophonist and co-founder of Spyro Gyra, joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for an insightful and wide-ranging conversation. With over 51 years of boundary-pushing music under his belt, Beckenstein shares the origins of Spyro Gyra’s sound, his early musical roots, and the band’s evolution from local Buffalo gigs to international acclaim.Jay also opens up about unforgettable moments on the road and in the studio with icons like Miles Davis, Rick James, and Sheila E. From jazz fusion’s golden era to what inspires him today, this interview blends history, humor, and heart...