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You Dig? Sampler Platter – The Music of Ryan Davidson
What happens when a master jazz guitarist turns his attention to country music?
On his latest release, Country, Ryan Davidson explores the genre not just as a style—but as a series of musical landscapes, each with its own voice and identity.
In this Sampler Platter, we feature selections from Country, including:
“Headache Country”
“Old West Country”
“Bar Room Brawl”
All compositions by Ryan Davidson.
Personnel for "Country"
Ryan Davidson-Guitar, Composer, Arranger, Co-producer, Vocals Brendan Lyons-Drums, Percussion, Co-producer, Engineering, Editing, Programming, Vocals, Whistling Justin Kudding-Bass Bart McKay-Keys Drew Jurecka-Violin, Viola Amahl Arulanandam-Cello Lydia Munchinsky-Cello Bob Tildesley-Trumpet
We also feature:
“Whysitgottabe (This Way?)” from Hampden – BLUE, composed by Steve Wiest, featuring:
Steve Wiest, Lisa Dodd Watts, Ryan Davidson, Eric Gunnison, Bijoux Barbosa, Stockton Helbing, Frank Greene, Brad Leali, Shelley Carroll, Art Bouton, and Phil Bulla.
🎧 Listen to more of Ryan Davidson: https://www.ryandavidsonguitar.com/ https://ryandavidsonguitar.bandcamp.com/
🎙️ Then join us for the full episode:
You Dig? S3 Ep10 – Ryan Davidson

🎧 You Dig? Sampler Platter — The Music of Eric Jacobson
This episode features music from acclaimed trumpeter Eric Jacobson, showcasing his work as a bandleader and collaborator across multiple recordings.
“Let’s take a moment and listen—this is where the conversation meets the music.”
Featured Tracks: • “Survival”
— Heading Home (Origin Records) Trumpet: Eric Jacobson Tenor Sax: Geof Bradfield Piano: Bruce Barth Bass: Dennis Carroll Drums: George Fludas •
“Three of a Kind” — Heading Home (Origin Records) Trumpet: Eric Jacobson Tenor Sax: Geof Bradfield Piano: Bruce Barth Bass: Dennis Carroll Drums: George Fludas •
“Discover” — Discover (Origin Records) Trumpet: Eric Jacobson Tenor Sax: Geof Bradfield Piano: Bruce Barth Bass: Dennis Carroll Drums: George Fludas •
“Onward” — New Outlook (Affinity Trio) Trumpet: Eric Jacobson Piano: Bruce Barth Bass: Dennis Carroll
🎺 All music composed and performed by Eric Jacobson and collaborators. 📀 Used with permission / for promotional and educational purposes.
Eric's Website: https://ericjacobsontrumpet.com/home
Origin Records: https://originarts.com/

In this first installment of the Rising Stars series, Steve Wiest sits down with trumpeter, composer, and entrepreneur Eric Jacobson for an honest and inspiring conversation about building a life in jazz.
Eric shares how he has created a sustainable career performing hard bop, releasing original music, teaching, and promoting his work—all while staying true to the music and continuing to grow as an artist.
The conversation explores the real question many musicians ask: Is it possible to make a living playing jazz today?
Eric’s answer is clear—and backed by experience.
Along the way, they discuss mentorship, persistence, creative identity, and the importance of believing you have something unique to offer.
This is a conversation about music—but also about purpose, resilience, and the long road of developing a life in the arts.
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Links from this episode:
Eric's Website https://ericjacobsontrumpet.com/home
Origin Records: https://originarts.com/
Eric's Music: https://ericjacobsontrumpet.com/music
Eric's Jazz Method Books: https://ericjacobsontrumpet.com/jazz-...

In this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with legendary drummer Jeff Hamilton for a relaxed, front-porch conversation about music, swing, and a life spent at the highest level of jazz.
From performing with Ray Brown, Oscar Peterson, and Ella Fitzgerald, to insights on groove, big band drumming, and artistic discipline, Jeff shares stories, humor, and deep wisdom from decades on the bandstand.
This is a conversation about music — but also about purpose, dedication, and joy.
A good time is had by all. You dig?

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/@YouDigPod
Links from today's episode:
Jeff's Artist Site: https://hamiltonjazz.com/
Jeff's Latest Projects:
Jeff Hamilton Trio "A New Chapter" https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...
The Latest Clayton/Hamilton Jazz Orchestra Project:
"And So It Goes" https://hamiltonjazz.com/discography/...
Steve Wiest Artist Site: http://steve-wiest.com
The You Dig? Season 3 Theme Song:
"Shred or Shred Not (There is No Try)" composed by Steve Wiest
From the project Phröntrange: The High Road
WIESTWORLD Productions Cue: Rosana and Gary Eckert

🎙️ YOU DIG? with Steve Wiest
Episode: Denis DiBlasio — Maynard Stories, Jazz Wisdom & Life Lessons
In this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with legendary saxophonist, composer, and educator Denis DiBlasio for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation about music, mentorship, and life on the road.
From unforgettable stories with Maynard Ferguson to encounters with jazz icons like Sonny Rollins, Count Basie, and Art Blakey, Denis shares insights that go far beyond music — touching on creativity, leadership, humor, and what it means to build a meaningful life in the arts.
This episode blends laughter, history, and hard-earned wisdom into a conversation that speaks to musicians, creatives, and anyone pursuing a life of purpose.
🎧 In this episode: • Life and lessons from the Maynard Ferguson band • The role of humor and joy in great leadership • Stories from the road with jazz legends • Musical identity and improvisation • The changing landscape of the jazz world • A powerful perspective on the meaning of life
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Links:
Denis DiBlasio Artist Site: https://denisdiblasio.com/
Steve Wiest Artist Site: https://steve-wiest.com/
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