San Diego's Jazz

Forget the elevator music. San Diego's Jazz leans into the serious stuff, with programming that respects the genre's rich history and its vibrant present. You'll hear the giants – Coltrane, Miles, Monk – but they're woven into sets that also spotlight contemporary players like Kamasi Washington and Esperanza Spalding. The late-night shows often drift into modal territory, with extended improvisations that reward deep listening. It's the kind of jazz radio United States stations rarely commit to these days. If you're looking to truly connect with the music, to listen to San Diego's Jazz online…