Vocalist, composer and multi-instrumentalist Julia Biel is one of Britain’s most versatile musicians. Her distinctive neo mellow sound combines a jazz approach with art-pop sensibilities and has seen her nominated for MOBO […]
In lockdown with… saxophonist Moreira Chonguiça
Mozambican jazz saxophonist, composer, producer, academic and philanthropist, Moreira Chonguiça is celebrated for blazing a trail from his East African roots to the world, notably through having founded the Morejazz Festival in […]
In Lockdown with…. saxophonist Giacomo Smith
Saxophonist and clarinettist Giacomo Smith is a leading light in Kansas Smitty’s House Band, the era-spanning talented musicians based around their eponymous bar in Hackney’s Broadway Market. The group have quickly built […]
Tomorrow’s Warriors: Rethinking the Future (interview with Janine Irons and Gary Crosby)
The impact of the lockdown on freelance musicians has been grave. Opportunities to play, rehearse and record have all but disappeared with only the virtual, digital world an outlet at present. That […]
Markus Strothmann (new release “Emerald”)
Markus Strothmann wears his heart on his sleeve, writes Rob Adams. The Hamburg-based drummer has had a love affair with Ireland since he first visited his mother’s birthplace, Westport in County Mayo […]
Pascal Schumacher (new album “SOL” for release on 5 June 2020)
Vibraphonist Pascal Schumacher’s latest album SOL will be released via Neue Meister today, 5 June 2020. It was recorded last year over several days in residence at the Opderschmelz, the regional cultural […]
Kevin Figes (new album “Changing Times” for release on 12 June)
Multi-instrumentalist, composer and teacher Kevin Figes has been a key figure on Bristol’s eclectic jazz scene since the early 2000s. But this month’s quartet album, Changing Times, unveils new facets of an […]
A look at lockdown: Grand Union Orchestra
The impact of the lockdown on freelance musicians has been grave. Opportunities to play, rehearse and record have all but disappeared with only the virtual, digital world an outlet at present. That […]
In lockdown with… drummer Graham Costello
Drummer Graham Costello’s STRATA emerged from the vibrant Glasgow scene and have developed a distinctive style, blending rock-influenced minimalism with forthright improvisation, through a monthly residency in the city’s musician-friendly Bar Bloc. […]
In lockdown with… vocalist Georgia Mancio
Award-winning jazz vocalist, lyricist and producer Georgia Mancio is one of Europe’s most active performers with an impressive roster of collaborations and output of varied, multi-faceted work. We catch up with her […]
Bruno Heinen Trio (new album “Out of Doors”)
Bruno Heinen’s new album Out of Doors is a successful combination of things normally seen as opposites. It has structure and form but also a great sense of spontaneity and flow. It […]
“Inside Scofield” – Interview with film director Joerg Steineck (Kickstarter campaign opens today 26 May)
“Inside Scofield”, according to the pre-publicity for the film, “is the in-depth portait of the life of the legendary musician, composer and family man John Scofield – and a love letter to […]
In lockdown with… vocalist Sara Serpa
Portuguese vocalist, composer and improviser Sara Serpa has been based in New York since 2008. Voted #1 Rising Star-Female Vocalist by the DownBeat Critics Poll 2019, she is known for her unique, […]
In lockdown with… drummer Douglas Marriner
Drummer Douglas Marriner, originally from London, is based in New York – full biography HERE. His music choices in this lockdown interview are marvellously eclectic and wide-ranging… First album you purchased as […]
In lockdown with… pianist Niels Lan Doky
Danish jazz pianist, composer and producer Niels Lan Doky has recently been described as “one of the most important pianists that European jazz has given us in the last 45 years.” He […]
