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jazz
The mystery of the hidden portrait: Who painted Charles Vann?
Hey everyone, it’s Toni Phan, your favorite WMNF social media intern, and I’m back with another chapter of my ongoing adventure inside this historic station. If you’ve been following along, you know I love digging...
SOTD 3/25/25: Gemini by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble [premiere]
The WMNF Song of the Day for March 25, 2025 is “Gemini” by the San Diego funk/jazz outfit, The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble. In Latin, the word Gemini denotes “two together” or “twins”. In astrological terms, Geminis...
WMNF SOTD 2/17/25: African Sunset by Marshall Allen
The WMNF Song of the Day for February 17, 2025 is “African Sunset” by Marshall Allen. Marshall Allen (photo right by By Harald Kriche) is best known for his work as the longtime leader of...
SOTD 10/25/24: You Stepped Out Of A Dream by Samara Joy
The WMNF Song of the Day for October 25, 2024 is You Stepped Out Of A Dream by Samara Joy.
If you'd like to hear Grammy-award-winning jazz phenomenon Samara Joy live, you still have a...
SOTD 10/21/24: Doom by Blvck Spvde and The Cosmos
The WMNF Song of the Day for October 21, 2024 is Doom by Blvck Spvde and The Cosmos.
Despite the ominous sound sounding name, the motivation is actually much more positive and the message that...
SOTD 10/7/24: St. Thomas performed by Louis Stewart with Jim Hall
The WMNF Song of the Day is a delightful live version of St. Thomas performed by Louis Stewart with Jim Hall.
This version is from a long lost recording of a concert by guitarists Louis...
Despite DeSantis’ veto of state funding, the hard work to produce art for all continues
While arts groups in Florida are still reeling from Gov. Ron DeSantis’ recent and unexpected veto of tens of millions of dollars from the state budget, the hard work to produce art for all continues....
“Jazz in the Night” host Bob Seymour recalls early days at WMNF 88.5 FM
New host of “Jazz in the Night,” Bob Seymour, shares fond memories of WMNF’s early days. Bob Seymour: “I was lucky enough to be part of WQSR, a very hip Bay Area station based in...
Beloved radio host, Bob Seymour, returns to bring evening jazz back to Tampa airwaves
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 31, 2022 View the original press release Beloved radio host returns to bring evening jazz back to Tampa airwaves Former WUSF Jazz Director Bob Seymour will host “Jazz in the Night,”...
No matter where you get your news from, it’s always worthwhile discovering an alternate take on the headlines. We regularly call upon the learned Dr. Binoy Kampmark because no matter the topic he is always...
From a Woman’s POV talks with Tropical Heatwave Artists
It’s that time of year again… On May 30th WMNF will have it’s 35th annual Tropical Heatwave, featuring 50 bands and 10 stages. From blues, jazz, funk, indie to rock, there’s something for everyone. In...
