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Introducing the single In A Dream, publicist Rebecca tells us that its creator Rosie Frater-Taylor is “one of the most electrifying forces in contemporary British jazz”. She adds that “with her album Featherweight landing widespread critical acclaim, the multi-faceted singer, songwriter and musician releases a bold addition with Featherweight – Deluxe”.
New releases Dec ’24 - Jan ’25, F-H - Jazz Journal
1 day ago · Fujii, Satoko, Natsuki Tamura and Ramón López: Yama Kawa Umi. They say : Trumpeter Natsuki Tamura and pianist Satoko Fujii are joined by drummer Ramon Lopez for the trio’s second album.(Not Two) Galvin, Elliot: The Ruin. They say : New album from one of London’s most lauded pianists – mem of Shabaka Hutching’s band and Dinosaur.His first record for Gearbox Records and his first solo ...
New releases Dec ’24 - Jan ’25, A-B - Jazz Journal
3 days ago · Akinmusire, Ambrose: Honey From A Winter Stone. They say : Nothing.(Nonesuch 0075597905984) Albero, Marina: A Nomad of Sound. They say : Stylistically, A Nomad of Sound wanders as freely as its creator, delivering contemplative pieces for jazz quintet, a hard-driving Latin number, and a New Orleans style funeral march on which Albero’s fiery keytar excursions conduct a full brass band.
New releases Dec ’24 - Jan ’25, I-L - Jazz Journal
1 day ago · 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 ...
New releases Dec ’24 - Jan ’25, C-E - Jazz Journal
3 days ago · Collin, Romain: Dust. They say : Obsessed with conveying a story through a single note, French New York-based pianist Romain draws on his love of song and the warmth and intimacy of the upright piano to create a cohesive and calming solo piano album, balancing beauty and expression.(Edition Records) Coo: Spiccilegia. They say : Spiccilegia is Coo’s first release and, strengthened by a ...
Critics' favourites, 2024 - Jazz Journal
Dec 31, 2024 · 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...
About Jazz Journal - Jazz Journal
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 […]
JJ 10/64: The birth of the BBC’s Jazz 625 - Jazz Journal
Oct 23, 2024 · In addition he has a wish to build a programme around such expatriate Americans as Don Byas, Bill Coleman and Kenny Clarke, and by way of something entirely fresh, Henebury has the novel idea for a new kind of magazine programme – a kind of visual Jazz Scene, using live performers, critics and others.
Ellington meets Twelfth Night in new musical - Jazz Journal
Dec 23, 2024 · Play On! is a new musical, touring England since September and finishing end of February, that features Ashton Moore as musical director and musicians Shane Forbes, Chris Hyde-Harrison, Kaz Hamilton and Alex Polack playing 20 Ellington songs including Mood Indigo, Take The ‘A’ Train, Don’t Get Around Much Anymore, It Don’t Mean A Thing and […]
Raye: Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 2024 - Jazz Journal
Oct 7, 2024 · As the guitar twangs, the audience are transported to a world of sunshine with the bouncy and funk-themed Worth It., which, much like the studio version, proves to be a carefree and lighthearted tune.Raye had to include this single as it is the epitome of an upbeat jazz number [well, 70s soul – Ed.], with a melody that doubles as an earworm.