Publicist Julie announces the return of Neil Cowley, the pianist who successfully combined what some viewed as quirky standup and self-consciously eccentric jazz trio some two decades ago.She says his reconvened trio have a magnificent new recording, Entity and became one of the fastest selling shows at the 2024 LJF. They tour in spring 2025, an event that sees Cowley “reunited with his ...

Jazz Journal is the oldest English-language magazine dedicated to the coverage of jazz music. Founded by Sinclair Traill in 1948, it has been published from the UK in web-form only since 19th January 2019, following continuous print publication for seven decades. The editor is Mark Gilbert, who was assistant editor of the magazine 1981-1999 and […]

2025年1月11日 · Manington, Dave: Weightless. They say : Dave Manington’s Riff Raff’s new album, Weightless, showcases a decade of collaboration with intricate compositions, dynamic improvisation, and evocative lyrics, all-star line-up.(Lamplight Social Records LSRDL35) Manson, Bevan: Talking to Trees. They say : Bevan Manson’s tribute to the natural world featuring acclaimed vocalist Tierney Sutton and ...

2025年1月11日 · Pablo Tarantino Quartet: Charnia They say : “Pablo Tarantino is a soulful and richly creative new composer/drummer who plays with sensitivity, precision, and depth. His debut album Charnia leads us on a refreshing jazz excursion rich with beautiful melodies, subtle surprises, complex rhythms, and moving improvisations. His fine quartet plays brilliantly together. Do take a listen!” Jana […]

2025年1月17日 · Among the notable events at Ronnie Scott’s January to March are Eliane Elias, Marius Neset, Dave Douglas, Billy Harper, John Scofield and Bill Evans’ Vans Band. This month, 25 January, Ronnie’s also repeats its instrument “amnesty”. First standout this month is The Royal Scammers, in which brothers Paul (g) and Jeremy (d) Stacey lead a […]

2024年12月31日 · JJ writers chose their favourite releases - or jazz experiences - from 2024. As might expected with such a now teeming and mature art as jazz, there’s no consensus, but plenty of enthusiasm. However, as the only title receiving more than one endorsement, Emily Remler: Cookin’ At The Queens - surely a worthy winner - gets the cover spot...

2025年1月7日 · Jeschke, Joel: Time & Place. They say : Joel Jeschke is a highly sought-after drummer in both the jazz and rock scenes in Edmonton, Alberta.Having performed and recorded with countless artists – including rock bands Royal Tusk (MNRK Records) and Whale and the Wolf, as well as with modern jazz artists Aretha Tillotson, the Stephanie Urquhart Quartet, and Brett Hansen – Jeschke now turns his ...

2021年3月13日 · Earlier this month the UK government made an announcement on POST-BREXIT EU TOURING. However, the MU says the announcement does not include important territories like Spain, nor mention crew, drivers, carnets or transport fees. Saxophonist Nubya Garcia is to play at the 2021 HYUNDAI MERCURY PRIZE ceremony on 9 September, which will be carried live on BBC4 TV. Bert Stern’s JAZZ ON A SUMMER ...

2024年11月20日 · Valdes, Chucho: Jazz Nocturno They say : Nothing. (Descarga 637002 LP) Vallon, Colin: Samares They say : The signature-lyricism of Colin Vallon’s compositions and his trio’s understated three-way interaction remain magically intact on “Samares”. Yet, much has evolved in the sound of the Swiss pianist’s group (with bassist Patrice Moret and drummer Julian Sartorius) since 2017’s ...

2024年12月28日 · My parents were addicted to cinema. They did their courting in the one-and-nines, and even after I came along they continued apace. From the age of three I accompanied them, albeit meaninglessly at first, but by age five I was able to retain data – to recognise performers, distinguish the different studios and their rosters. […]