Farewell Episode: Kevin Beardsley to join the U.S. Army’s Jazz Ambassadors this August, & Part 2 with MoBetta Ledbetter of the United States Navy Band
Bassist Kevin Beardsley is set to join the U.S. Army’s Jazz Ambassadors, departing for basic training on August 10. Kevin sat down with Six Count on July 29 in downtown Durham before his penultimate weekly performance at Kingfisher. The jazz jam runs every Tuesday from 8:30 to 11:00 p.m. with Kevin on bass, Jeremy “Bean” Clemons on drums, and Tinashe “Blu” Thompson Jr. Tonight (Tuesday, August 5) is the bassist’s last regular gig at the bar. During the conversation, Kevin shares about his decision to join the army’s premier big band, his aspirations for musical growth, and parting words to the Triangle’s jazz community. (Local jazz fans shouldn’t despair, however; Kevin plans to return to the area regularly for family visits and gigs throughout the year.) While at Kingfisher, host Xara Wilde also had the opportunity to speak with MoBetta Ledbetter, a member of the Commodores from the United States Navy Band. MoBetta reflects on his four years with the ensemble, shares insights he wishes he’d known when starting out, and describes what it’s like working as a musician in the Navy.
2 Jul 2025
Yuan Dong on philosophy, mentorship, and discovering her voice
Jazz pianist and vocalist Yuan Dong discusses her journey from China to discovering jazz, the influence of mentors Ed Paolantonio and Angela Bingham, and her aspirations for the future of her music in this interview.
14 May 2025
Saxophonist Imraan Khan: From Straight Ahead to Brazilian Rhythms
Raleigh-based saxophonist Imraan Khan specializes in Brazilian music, including samba jazz, bossa nova, and Baião. Originally from New York City, Imraan moved to the Triangle in August 2020. He shares his early influences from Caribbean music, straight-ahead jazz, and bebop, as well as the release of his debut album, Começando (2019). In addition to performing throughout Brazil, Cuba, and the United States, Imraan has graced stages at the Montreux Jazz Festival and Jazz à Vienne in France. He also discusses the early mentorship he received from saxophonists Andy Fusco (a former member of the Buddy Rich Big Band) and T.K. Blue, and pianist Richie Iacona. What might surprise most? Imraan is also a motorcyclist who repairs his own vehicles, founder of an IT consulting company, and a member of a Rick James tribute band.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
4,509
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
13 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
65
Social presence
0
YouTube
68
Engagement
71
Contact Six Count
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Six Count?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
