Lucid Dreamers (Brigitte Beraha) – Blink (Let Me Out Records. Album review by AJ Dehany) Dreaming continues to permeate the work of Brigitte Beraha’s quartet Lucid Dreamers on this second album Blink, […]
Lucid Dreamers (Brigitte Beraha) – ‘Blink’
OGUN ‘Blue Notes reissue series 2022’
OGUN ‘Blue Notes reissue series 2022 Legacy – Live in South Afrika 1964. OGCD024 Blue Notes for Mongezi. OGCD025/026 Blue Notes in Concert. OGCD027 Blue Notes for Johnny. OGCD028 Album reviews by […]
Camille Bertault and David Helbock – ‘Playground’
Camille Bertault and David Helbock – Playground (ACT 9951-2. Album review by Alison Bentley Prepare to be dazzled by this extraordinary duo: Austrian pianist David Helbock and French singer Camille Bertault. Both […]
Shabaka – ‘Afrikan Culture’
Shabaka – Afrikan Culture (Impulse Records – digital release only. Review by Graham Spry) Whereas Shabaka (Shabaka Hutchings) has been called the “young forefather” and the “figurehead” of a whole generation of […]
Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers With Thelonious Monk Deluxe Edition (rec. 1957)
Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers With Thelonious Monk Deluxe Edition (Atlantic R2 670841/RHINO 603497842384, released 20 May. Album review by Leonard Weinreich)When some empty head on TV exclaims “I’m going to raise my […]
‘Matchbox Bluesmaster Series’ Set 7:
Matchbox Bluesmaster Series (Set 7: MSESET7 – 6 CDs – Album Review by Chris Parker) Disc 1: Lonnie Johnson Vol. 2 1927–32 Disc 2: The Famous Hokum Boys 1930–31 Disc 3: Songsters […]
Alabaster DePlume – ‘GOLD’
Alabaster DePlume – GOLD (International Anthem– IARC0050. Review by Graham Spry) When the album To Cy & Lee: Instrumentals Vol. 1 was released in early 2020 on Chicago-based International Anthem label, by […]
Paul Dunmall Quintet – ‘Yes Tomorrow’ / Richard Scott – ‘Everything Is All At Once’
Paul Dunmall Quintet – Yes Tomorrow Richard Scott – Everything Is All At Once (Discus Music 133CD and 134CD. Album reviews by Tony Dudley-Evans) Discus Music, the Sheffield-based label run by Martin […]
Manel Fortià Trio – ‘Despertar’
Manel Fortià Trio – Despertar (Microscopi. Album review by Jon Turney) The rich-toned bassist Manel Fortià, originally from Barcelona is the leader here but the recording features a trio of strong personalities […]
Reuben James – ‘Tunnel Vision Mixtape’
Reuben James – Tunnel Vision Mixtape (Digital EP – review by Mark McKergow) This much-anticipated release from Birmingham-born keyboardist, vocalist and producer Reuben James is a treat, filled with warm vibes and […]
Seonaid Aitken Ensemble – ‘Chasing Sakura’
Seonaid Aitken Ensemble – Chasing Sakura (Self-released. SMA03. Review by Fiona Mactaggart) If a blast of spring sunshine is what you’re looking for, here it is. Glasgow-based violinist and vocalist Seonaid Aitken […]
Ronan Perrett Trio – ‘Who Owns the Sky?’
Ronan Perrett Trio – Who Owns the Sky? (Fresh Sound New Talent – FSNT 634. CD review by Graham Spry) Cornish-born and London-based alto saxophonist Ronan Perrett has been an active member […]
Bill Bruford – ‘Making A Song And Dance: A Complete Career Collection’
Bill Bruford – Making A Song And Dance: A Complete Career Collection (BMG 5053875290. 6-CD Set. Album review by John Bungey) “Listening back to old efforts is a bit like looking back […]
Germana Stella La Sorsa- ‘Vapour’
Germana Stella La Sorsa- Vapour (33 Jazz. Digital Only. Album review by Alison Bentley) The first thing you notice about this album is Germana Stella La Sorsa’s beautiful voice; next you focus […]
Charles Mingus – ‘Mingus Three’ (rec. 1957, expanded reissue)
Charles Mingus – Mingus Three (expanded reissue) (Rhino 603497841035 – album review by Mark McKergow) Friday 22 April 2022 marks the centenary of the birth of Charles Mingus, double bassist, composer, pianist, band leader, activist […]
