In 1945, Charlie Parker recorded “Now’s the Time,” a blues-based jazz composition with Parker on alto sax and Miles Davis on trumpet. In the years following, interpretations of the Bird’s piece have transcended time and audience. Building on the legacy of Parker's work, WKCR is excited to introduce a new program titled Now's The Time, which will inherit the Friday 8:30am-9:30am slot previously occupied by Birdflight. This new show aims to embrace the spirit of exploration and innovation that Parker and his peers worked to cultivate. In line with WKCR's commitment to celebrating contemporary and alternative music, Now's The Time will showcase emerging artists of the 21st century. Hear its commencement on February 9th, 2024, at 8:30am

We encourage all listeners to read about the full story of 'Now's the Time' in the latest edition of our On-Air Guide, linked here: https://issuu.com/wkcrfm/docs/february_2024_issue/s/43581925