The Speakeasy Show with Tamara Fuller
In a world where music often feels disposable, jazz continues to create lasting connections that span generations. Veteran club owner Tamara Fuller explores the stories behind the music on The Speakeasy Show, uncovering how jazz shapes lives, careers, and communities. Through conversations with acclaimed artists, rising stars, and passionate enthusiasts, she reveals the personal journeys that bring this timeless genre to life.
This show brings together jazz history, contemporary innovation, and the human stories that connect them. With over 13 years as owner of Atlanta's respected Velvet Note Jazz Club, Tamara bridges the gap between performer and audience, tradition and evolution. Each episode features insights for all music lovers - seasoned jazz aficionados deepening their appreciation, newcomers discovering the genre's appeal, and musicians exploring creative inspiration.
Learn about the industry realities, artistic processes, and cultural significance as we explore what makes jazz endure. The show also invites listener participation, creating space for you to share your own jazz experiences and connect with a global community of fans.
Join us weekly for authentic conversations that celebrate jazz's rich past while embracing its vibrant future, where every story adds another note to the ongoing symphony.
Meet Your Host: Tamara Fuller
Tamara Fuller has spent over 13 years as the driving force behind Atlanta's Velvet Note Jazz Club, building it into one of the city's most respected live music destinations. Her approach to connecting people through authentic experiences has made the venue a gathering place where musicians and fans form lasting relationships around their shared love of jazz.
Before entering the world of jazz, Tamara built her expertise in helping people discover excitement and meaning in their everyday lives through genuine human connection. This background positions her to explore the personal stories behind the music, revealing how jazz becomes woven into the fabric of people's lives and careers.
As host of The Speakeasy Show, Tamara brings this same philosophy to podcast listeners worldwide. She creates conversations that go beyond the music itself, exploring the journeys, challenges, and inspirations that shape jazz artists and enthusiasts. Her natural curiosity and years of experience in the industry allow her to ask the questions that uncover the human elements behind the artistry.
Tamara's vision for the show extends beyond traditional interviews. She actively seeks to involve listeners in the conversation, creating opportunities for jazz lovers to share their own experiences and connect with a global community. Through both her club and podcast, she continues to build bridges between jazz's storied past and its evolving future, ensuring the genre remains vibrant and accessible to new audiences.
Her infectious enthusiasm for jazz has earned her recognition as a vital voice in Atlanta's music community and beyond.