The Speakeasy Show
Podcast Description
In a world where music often feels disposable, jazz continues to create lasting connections that span generations. Veteran club owner, Tamara Fuller, explores the stories behind the music on The Speakeasy Show, uncovering how jazz shapes lives, careers, and communities. Through conversations with acclaimed artists, rising stars, and passionate enthusiasts, she reveals the personal journeys that bring this timeless genre to life.
This show pulls together jazz history, contemporary innovation, and life stories that connect the music and its longevity. With over 13 years as owner of Georgia's respected Velvet Note Jazz Club, Tamara bridges the gap between performer and audience, tradition and evolution. Each episode features insights for all music lovers - seasoned jazz aficionados deepening their appreciation, newcomers discovering the genre's appeal, and musicians exploring creative inspiration.
Learn about the industry realities, artistic processes, and cultural significance as we explore what makes jazz endure. The show also invites listener participation, creating space for you to share your own jazz experiences and connect with a global community of fans.
Join us each week for authentic conversations that celebrate jazz's rich past while embracing its vibrant future, where every story adds another note to the ongoing rhapsody.
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The show focuses on jazz history, contemporary innovation, and personal stories, covering topics such as the artistic processes behind jazz, industry realities, and community connections. Episodes feature guests like Joe Gransden discussing unexpected journeys in music and highlight cultural significance, aiming to deepen listeners' appreciation for the genre.

In a world where music often feels disposable, jazz continues to create lasting connections that span generations. Veteran club owner, Tamara Fuller, explores the stories behind the music on The Speakeasy Show, uncovering how jazz shapes lives, careers, and communities. Through conversations with acclaimed artists, rising stars, and passionate enthusiasts, she reveals the personal journeys that bring this timeless genre to life.
This show pulls together jazz history, contemporary innovation, and life stories that connect the music and its longevity. With over 13 years as owner of Georgia’s respected Velvet Note Jazz Club, Tamara bridges the gap between performer and audience, tradition and evolution. Each episode features insights for all music lovers – seasoned jazz aficionados deepening their appreciation, newcomers discovering the genre’s appeal, and musicians exploring creative inspiration.
Learn about the industry realities, artistic processes, and cultural significance as we explore what makes jazz endure. The show also invites listener participation, creating space for you to share your own jazz experiences and connect with a global community of fans.
Join us each week for authentic conversations that celebrate jazz’s rich past while embracing its vibrant future, where every story adds another note to the ongoing rhapsody.
Host Tamara Fuller welcomes jazz trumpeter and vocalist Joe Gransden to The Speakeasy Show for a two-part conversation. In Part 1, Joe shares his early aspirations of becoming a hockey pro, how his grandfather and father influenced his musical path, and why 9/11 became a turning point in his life and career. From leading a big band to shaping Atlanta’s jazz community, Joe’s story is one of passion, family, and resilience.
Come out and see Joe Gransden perform live this Saturday, August 2nd at 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Get your Tickets at: https://square.link/u/UIQPRvQgOr check out The Velvet Note at http://thevelvetnote.com
All about Joe Gransden at joegransden.com email us at [email protected]

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