Who is - Chris Guscott ?
DJ Chris Guscott – The Perfect Late-Night Companion on Love Soul Radio London
There are radio shows you listen to in the background… and then there are shows that become part of your weekly ritual.
For the past eight years, DJ Chris Guscott has quietly built one of the most refined and atmospheric late-night experiences on Love Soul Radio London — a show that feels less like a broadcast and more like a private invitation into a world of sophisticated sound.
Every Thursday evening from 10 PM to midnight, Chris curates a seamless journey through jazz, blues, soul, Lounge , Retro cool jazz, and Latin jazz — the perfect soundtrack for winding down, dimming the lights, and letting the music take control.
A Soundtrack for Sophisticated Evenings
Chris Guscott’s musical palette stretches from the elegance of 1950s jazz through to contemporary grooves. His selections aren’t random — they’re considered, textured, and emotionally resonant.
Among the artists frequently featured on his show:
The Jazz Greats
Sarah Vaughan – velvety, commanding, timeless
Astrud Gilberto – the unmistakable voice of cool Brazilian jazz
Billie Holiday – emotionally rich and haunting
Chet Baker – understated and effortlessly stylish
These are artists whose recordings breathe warmth into a late-night setting.
Soul & Disco Sophistication
Marvin Gaye – smooth, socially conscious soul
Roy Ayers – vibraphone-led groove mastery
Chic – polished disco elegance
The Crusaders – instrumental sophistication
Chris has a gift for selecting the deeper cuts — the tracks that make you pause and lean in.
Modern & Latino Jazz Flavours
Gregory Porter – contemporary soul-jazz excellence
Incognito – refined UK groove
Poncho Sanchez – vibrant Latin rhythms
His Thursday show gently moves between smoky jazz clubs, sun-drenched Brazilian beaches, 70s soul lounges, and modern jazz venues — all within two carefully crafted hours.
Years of Evolution
When Chris first joined Love Soul Radio London eight years ago, his show already carried a strong jazz foundation. Over time, it has evolved into something broader and more immersive.
Early Years – Rooted in classic jazz and blues, honouring the heritage of the genre.
Mid-Period Growth – Gradually weaving in soul, funk, and disco, expanding the emotional and rhythmic range.
Today – A fully realised late-night blend: vintage sophistication meets contemporary cool.
The development hasn’t been dramatic or forced — it’s been organic. The mark of a DJ who truly understands how moods change over time and how listeners grow alongside the music
When DJ Chris Guscott signs off from his Thursday night broadcast on Love Soul Radio London, the rhythm doesn’t stop — it simply changes tempo.
Away from the warm glow of the studio lights, Chris finds his balance on the open water. An experienced sailor, he spends much of his downtime navigating the beautiful and often dramatic British coastline. There’s something fitting about that. Just as his radio show glides effortlessly between genres and decades, sailing offers its own blend of calm precision and quiet adventure.
From the rolling waters of the south coast to tucked-away harbours that only seasoned sailors know well, Chris embraces the slower pace of life at sea. The tide sets the rhythm. The wind becomes the percussion. And the horizon — ever changing — mirrors the musical journeys he creates on air.
Harbour Stops & Hidden Gems
No coastal voyage is complete without dropping anchor for a well-earned pause. Chris is known to steer towards charming seaside towns, where a welcoming marina pub or independent local restaurant awaits.
A chilled beer.
Fresh seafood.
Good conversation.
It’s in these simple, grounded moments that inspiration brews. Much like his playlists, his coastal stops are never rushed. They’re chosen with care — places with character, warmth, and authenticity.
That same philosophy flows directly into his show.
Those qualities translate beautifully into his broadcasting style. His transitions aren’t abrupt — they drift naturally, like a yacht adjusting gently to a shift in wind. A sophisticated 1950s jazz vocal might sail into a mellow slice of soul, before cruising toward a touch of Latin jazz as midnight approaches.
The mood builds and settles like the tide.
The Magic Carpet Ride
For listeners, Chris Guscott’s show is more than two hours of great music — it’s a “Magic Carpet Ride.”
It lifts you from the noise of everyday life and carries you somewhere calmer, richer, more textured. Perhaps that sense of transport comes from his life beyond the microphone — from those quiet evenings watching the sun dip below the waterline, from the reflective solitude of the sea.
Because when Chris returns to the studio after time on the coast, he brings that sense of space with him.
The result?
A late-night soundtrack that feels open, expansive, and quietly luxurious. So when you tune in to DJ Chris Guscott every Thursday from 10 PM to midnight on Love Soul Radio London, you’re not just hearing a DJ playing records.
You’re joining a seasoned sailor, a musical storyteller, and a curator of atmosphere — guiding you gently across decades of jazz, soul, funk, disco and Latin rhythms.
Set sail.
Pour something nice.
And let the Magic Carpet Ride begin.
Why Thursday Night Works So Perfectly
There’s something special about Thursday at 10 PM.The week is nearly complete. The pace slows. The noise fades. Chris’s show fits this slot effortlessly:
It’s not high-energy club music.
It’s not background elevator jazz.
It’s immersive, textured, and intentional.
It’s the sound of:
A glass being poured.
Low lights glowing.
A moment to yourself.
Or quiet company with someone special.
His voice complements the music — calm, measured, reassuring. Never intrusive. Always guiding.
The Essential Late-Night Ritual
In a world of algorithms and shuffled playlists, Chris Guscott’s show stands out because it’s curated by ear, by heart, and by experience.
It’s not just about what’s played — it’s about how it’s played.
Transitions feel natural. Genres blend seamlessly. The decades converse with each other. A 1958 jazz vocal might gently lead into a 1976 soul groove, which then glides into a modern jazz instrumental without losing atmosphere.
That’s craft.
That’s radio.
Tune In
If your Thursdays are missing something special, you’ll find it here:
DJ Chris Guscott
Love Soul Radio London
Thursdays | 10 PM – 12 AM
Two hours.
Decades of music.
One beautifully curated journey.
Settle in, relax, and let the soundtrack of sophisticated late-night listening unfold.