Kevin Whitehead

Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews the new album from pianist Art Hodes, "Pagin' Mr. Jelly."

Jazz Critic Kevin Whitehead reviews a new CD featuring Carmen McRae. It's "Carmen Sings Monk" on the BMG/RCA label. The recording is a first: no other performer has been permitted to record the lyrics to Monks' songs. McRae got special permission from the Monk family. The CD also features the late saxophonist Carlie Rouse.

Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews "Jumpworld," the new album from jazz singer Cassandra Wilson. It's on JMT records.