Latest News: Jazz, Interview
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Interview,
Neil Cowley on soul music, g oing viral, and his evolving creative journey 26th September 2024
After exploring solo piano and electronic music, British bandleader Neil Cowley came to a deeper understanding of the human connection within his jazz trio. Now, he reflects on reforming the group after a seven-year break.
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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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Interview,
Nduduzo Makhathini on uNomkhubulwane 10th June 2024
The South African pianist, philosopher and healer dials in from New York to tell us more about his visionary new album, the traditional Zulu mythology underlying its meaning and the cultural legacy he seeks to uphold.
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Interview,
Jasmine Myra on Coffee Shops, Work-Life Balance and the Power of Connection 30th May 2024
Fresh from her UK tour, the saxophonist tells us more about adjusting to life both on and off the road as she continues sharing her personal music with appreciative live audiences across the country.
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Interview,
Bill Frisell on Michael Gibbs 22nd May 2024
Following a string of recent UK dates, the American guitarist discusses the former mentor whom he had the privilege of working with on his latest album, Orchestras, as well as how he keeps his own beloved trio in such good order.
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Interview,
Bryony Jarman-Pinto on Motherhood, Society and Self-Expression 13th May 2024
Following the success of 2019's Cage & Aviary, the Lancaster-based singer, songwriter and musician returns with Below Dawn, another sun-kissed voyage of personal discovery. She joins us to talk about the making of the album, as well as the current period in her life that inspired it.
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Interview,
Fred Hersch on 'Silent, Listening' 7th May 2024
The New York jazz veteran sits down to discuss his ECM solo debut, the joy of finding the right musical partners and the many surprises the piano still holds in store for him.
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Interview,
Anaïs Reno - And So It Goes... 13th February 2024
Having grown up in and around the New York jazz scene, the young (but by no means inexperienced) vocalist shares insight into the making of her new live album for PX Records.
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Interview,
Ron Carter shares his 'Foursight' and more! 30th January 2024
We sit down with the prolific bassist to find out what makes him tick, the differences in attitude he brings to the stage when compared with the studio as well as his honest reflections on achieving greatness.
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Interview,
James Brandon Lewis for the Love of Gospel 22nd November 2023
The acclaimed American saxophonist discusses spirituality, his gospel roots and appreciation for Mahalia Jackson plus what keeps him motivated as he skilfully teeters along the knife-edge of modern jazz.
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Interview,
Ivo Neame's Joy of Piano 18th October 2023
The British pianist sits down to discuss Phronesis, the differences he finds playing across Europe as well as his recent decision to go solo on his latest album, Live At Turner Sims.
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Interview,
A Conversation with Zoe and Idris Rahman 2nd August 2023
A recent dialogue between the two siblings saw them approach topics including their previous work honouring Bengali polymath Rabindranath Tagore, the process behind creating Zoe's new album Colour of Sound, and the realities of being a performing artist in today's musical environment.
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Interview,
Elina Duni talks 'A Time To Remember' 19th July 2023
The Swiss-Albanian vocalist discusses the inspiration behind her new album and her collaboration with ECM-founder, Manfred Eicher, as well as the powerful message she hopes to convey through song.
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Interview,
Michael League on Bokanté's 'History' 28th June 2023
The hardworking bandleader talks Bokanté's new album, cultural appropriation and authenticity in music-making.
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Interview,
Chris Potter on the legacy of the Village Vanguard 21st March 2023
We spoke to the saxophonist and composer about Got the Keys to the Kingdom, his latest live album recorded at the prestigious Village Vanguard venue.
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Interview,
Tim Garland and Jason Rebello on their new album 'Life to Life' 18th February 2023
We sat down with British jazz duo and old friends, pianist Jason Rebello and multi-reedist Tim Garland, to talk about their new duet album Life to Life and their longstanding musical companionship.
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Interview,
Soweto Kinch on creating 'White Juju' with the London Symphony Orchestra 11th January 2023
We spoke to saxophonist and emcee Soweto Kinch on his collaboration with the London Symphony Orchestra, White Juju.
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Interview,
Sean Gibbs on writing 'Confluence', and his love of big band music 27th December 2022
We spoke to the young trumpeter about his new big band release - Confluence - on Ubuntu Music, his compositional approach for both big bands and quintets, and what he's up to next year.
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Interview,
The Bad Plus on the band's new chapter 10th August 2022
We sat down with Reid Anderson, David King, Chris Speed and Ben Monder to chat about the latest incarnation of The Bad Plus, their new self-titled album, and plans for the band going forward.
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Interview,
Rembrandt Frerichs on improvising piano concertos 20th June 2022
The Dutch pianist and composer sat down with us to chat about his two new piano concertos, bringing improvisation into the composition process, and what the rest of 2022 has in store for him.
