About
Created in 1991 by Joseph Vella, Jazz Online was the world’s first commercial interactive network devoted exclusively to jazz. What started out as a San Francisco based bulletin board system evolved into the first commercial jazz web site in 1994. As one of the most original and leading content based jazz destinations on the web, Jazz Online set the standard for the jazz sites that followed. In addition, Jazz Online built and managed the first web sites for major labels and artists including Blue Note Records, Verve Records, Warner Bros. Jazz and Pat Metheny Group. Jazz Online also pioneered online marketing services for the music industry and served as an audio/video production house.
What has always set Jazz Online apart is our unique viewpoint and original content. From the earliest days of the bulletin board system to today, our editorial focus is not that of critical review but rather a celebration of the music and artists. With our years of experience and proven ability to set the record straight, the all inclusive Jazz Online community ranges from casual to hard core fans to musicians to anyone who appreciates great music and stories. Jazz Online simply presents jazz at its best.
Jazz Online is a property of Vella Interactive, LLC.
1991:
Jazz Online (JOL) originated as a bulletin board system in the San Francisco Bay Area. The image above was the original logo for Jazz Online.
- The 1-800 Tower Records service becomes JOL’s first retail partner
1992 & 1993:
- Teamed with KJAZ Radio to create the first union between an online jazz network and radio station. Listen to the one and only radio spot created for JOL below.
1994:
- JazzOnline.com debuts.
- Created the first streaming online jazz radio channel.
- JOL develops the first web sites for Pat Metheny, Blue Note, Verve Records and Warner Bros. Jazz
1995:
- Teamed with CDNow to create the first affiliate & content partnering e-commerce programs.
- Produced first live streaming jazz internet concert broadcast featuring the Joshua Redman Quartet from the Fashion Cafe in New York City.
- Developed first online site for JazzTimes Magazine.
1996:
- Implemented the first online marketing placement programs for artists & record labels.
1997:
- Produced in association with Warner Jazz and Cyclone Interactive, the first streaming “netcast” video rehearsal concert with live Q&A presentation featuring Pat Metheny Group in support of the recording Imaginary Day.
1999:
- Created Jazz Online Presents – the first exclusive online video channel presenting original interview and performances via streaming video. Artists featured included Chick Corea, Patricia Barber, Joshua Redman, Kenny Garrett, Jonathan Butler, Tierney Sutton, Karrin Allyson, Mark Turner, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Brad Mehldau, Pat Metheny, Freddy Cole, Curtis Stigers and others.
- Relaunched JOL Radio as a special feature on Real Audio’s Take 5 daily content program.
2000 – 2004:
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- JOL adds video production, online marketing and consulting to their list of services.
2005 – 2008:
- JOL embraces emerging podcast format & pioneers several major productions starting with the acclaimed John Coltrane series, The Traneumentary.
2010:
The dawning of a new era begins …
