Latest News: Jazz
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Recording of the Week,
Orlando le Fleming & Romantic Funk - Wandering Talk 13th September 2024Bassist and composer Orlando le Fleming's band Romantic Funk fully delivers on the promise of the first two albums with Wandering Talk, a varied collection of le Fleming orignals, played with dazzling virtuosity by the likes of Tom Cawley (piano/keys), James Maddren (drums), Nathaniel Facey (saxophone) and Philip Dizack (trumpet)... plus a very starry guest vocalist.
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Recording of the Week,
No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin 16th August 2024
Meshell Ndegeocello's celebration of the Harlem-born writer and civil rights activist is both an homage and a call to action, urging listeners to engage with Baldwin’s ideas and the urgent social issues which they address.
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Recording of the Week,
Pat Metheny - MoonDial 26th July 2024
A warm and inviting solo recording from the great American guitarist sets his latest album apart from anything released in his career so far.
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Artist Profile,
A “Sassy” Centenary of Sarah Vaughan 24th July 2024
Get to know the Divine One and the singers bringing her legacy to life before a televised Proms celebration airs this weekend.
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Obituary,
Toumani Diabaté (1965-2024) 22nd July 2024
The Malian kora player, known for his expertly led cross-cultural collaborations, has died aged 58.
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Recording of the Week,
Tomasz Stańko Quartet - September Night 19th July 2024
This unreleased live recording from the late Polish trumpet master is a contemplative piece that captures the serene and reflective atmosphere of an autumn evening.
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New Release Round-up,
Jazz New Release Round-Up - 19th July 2024 19th July 2024
An experimental American master's heart-softening trio, West London's freshest electro-acoustic sound, Norway's leading jazz singer finds herself in an intimate setting, the uplifting new ensemble from a UK jazz veteran and a Russian-American saxman's impressive band of close-knit comrades...
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Announcement,
Jazz @ The BBC Proms 2024! 18th July 2024
Jazz fans are in for a treat this season, with a niche selection of international talent making its way to the Royal Albert Hall just in time for the summer.
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Artist Profile,
Mark Guiliana, The Sound of One Man Drumming 17th July 2024
As his first full-length solo recording is released, we retrace the steps that led the Grammy-nominated drummer and percussionist to his current chameleonic glory.
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Interview,
Steven Nichols on His Jazz Revelations 15th July 2024
Inspired by a newly awakened faith, the young British trumpeter takes us through his debut album of sacred syncopations, divine melodies and celestial swing.
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New Release Round-up,
Jazz New Release Round-Up - 12th July 2024 12th July 2024
A long-awaited reissue from Louis Moholo-Moholo, Chick and Béla's last outing, a live recording of an avant-garde double bass and piano duo, calming Nordic tones and a smorgasbord of Dutch delicacies, concocted by a master percussionist...
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Recording of the Week,
Louis Armstrong - Louis in London 11th July 2024
This newly released archive of BBC recordings from 1968 is a remarkable showcase of Satchmo's enduring talent and charisma, offering a vibrant and nostalgic glimpse into the jazz legend's live performance prowess during his final years.
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Artist Profile,
Hiromi, The Jazz Virtuosa with a Noodle of Genius 9th July 2024
Get to know the Japanese pianist whose brilliant performances are as captivating as the wonderous bloom of a cherry blossom. We explore her early life and subsequent rise to fame, as well as how her innovative keyboard techniques have made waves in the global jazz scene.
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New Release Round-up,
Jazz New Release Round-Up - 5th July 2024 5th July 2024
A "Sassy" centenary with Zara McFarlane, Ian Shaw & Tony Kofi's recent stint celebrates Strayhorn in Soho, a duo of West African kora and Danish drums, strong French vibes arrive via the States and a guitar hero joins one of the North's finest jazz outfits...
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Recording of the Week,
Norma Winstone & Kit Downes - Outpost of Dreams 4th July 2024
The senior voice in British jazz joins forces with one of the country's most tasteful pianists for a profound dialogue of equals, delicately articulated and brimming with atmospheric nuance.
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Jazz Genre Guides,
New Orleans Jazz 3rd July 2024
Our latest guide explores the long history of traditional music originating from the city hailed as 'the birthplace of jazz', featuring legends such as Louis Armstrong and Sidney Bechet, in addition to present-day custodians including Trombone Shorty and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
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Jazzwise Choices,
Jazzwise Editor's Choices - July 2024 2nd July 2024
Jazzwise Editor's Choices from the July 2024 issue include new music from Chick Corea & Béla Fleck, Sean Khan, Zara McFarlane, David Murray, Tomeka Reid and Katherine Windfield, as well as archive and reissue releases from John Abercrombie, Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington.
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New Release Round-up,
Jazz New Release Round-Up - 28th June 2024 28th June 2024
A triumphantly wacky return from Hiatus Kaiyote, a young British trumpeter explores his faith, one of Cannonball Adderley's last romps, a big band tribute honours Chick Corea, Randy Brecker stars on a long-lost recording from a New York veteran and a Korean jazz orchestrator reflects on her cultural heritage...
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Recording of the Week,
Julius Rodriguez - Evergreen 27th June 2024
The versatile "jazz pop-hop" prodigy's new album reflects his desire to remain dynamic and adaptable, much like the verdant plant that inspired its name.
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Reissues Round-up,
An ECM Luminessence Showdown 26th June 2024
The latest batch of audiophile vinyl reissues from the visionary European label includes sought-after classics from Kenny Wheeler and Azimuth, featuring John Taylor & Norma Winstone.
