QLS Classic: Jean Carne

QLS Classic: Jean Carne

September 6, 2026 · 1h 58m · Season 4 · Episode 14

About this episode

Jean Carne reflects on her upbringing and musical career, sharing stories of her collaborations and influences.

As part of 2023's Jazz Appreciation Month, the incomparable Jean Carne joined Questlove Supreme. She reflected on her Atlanta upbringing and growing up around figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as well as creating Spiritual Jazz in the early 1970s with her former husband, Doug Carn. Jean also shared stories from working with Earth, Wind & Fire, Phyllis Hyman, and Norman Connors—and recalls providing valuable vocal guidance to a teenage Michael Jackson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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