The rising saxophonist’s new album blends middle-eastern tonalities with melodic modern jazz and is released on 30 January 2025 via his own label in association with ECN Music ...

One of jazz’s true outsiders, but also one of its most restless, pioneering spirits, Rahsaan Roland Kirk continues to inspire and influence today’s cutting-edge musicians. The release of two superb ...

The New York-based pianist made his first ever appearance at Cafe OTO a weekend to remember ...

This year is going to be a busy one for trumpeter, bandleader, composer and label boss Mark Kavuma. Eddie Myer gets the ...

The issue also includes interviews with Mike Westbrook, Mark Kavuma, Sylvie Courvoisier, plus a special ‘Shape of Jazz to Come’ on who to look out for in 2026 ...

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One of the greatest British jazz composers, Mike Westbrook has been a whirlwind of creativity for the last seven decades. On the eve of his 90th birthday, he reflects to Stuart Nicholson on his life ...

The winter blues were well and truly blown away at Bath’s Widcombe Social Club with the return of this much-cherished and ...

The Jazz FM Award winning vocalist returns with a new album and a run of UK and European tour dates ...

Matthieu Jouan reports back from a festival that balances international stars with Portugal’s emerging talent. This year’s ...

The first festival weekend offered outstanding female bass players, a crowd-driving set by corto.alto, and plenty of exciting ...

Alyn Shipton remembers the great guitarist who has died aged 85, and whose career included his highly acclaimed group Oregon ...