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

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 ...

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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 ...

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 campaigning charity’s report for 2025 has highlighted the ongoing crisis among Britain’s grassroots music venues with ...

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 ...

The Big Apple brought the jazz heat in early January with an abundance of stellar performances across the city ...

Flea, best known as the bassist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, will release his first full-length solo album, Honora, on 27 ...