Michael Bede Dunlop’s forthcoming album marks a major step forward for the UK-based artist who has been quietly building a reputation for melodic, narrative-driven jazz with a...
The Jazz FM Awards have announced the nominees for their 2026 edition, revealing a line-up that underlines just how broadly jazz, soul and blues are speaking to audiences right...
Eddie Bruce’s new album, For Dreamers and Their Dreams, is the sound of a seasoned vocalist finally stepping fully into the big band spotlight he has long cherished. Drawing on...
Simply Joy is the new album by saxophonist and composer Jasna Jovićević, released on 2 January on 33 Jazz Records. It features an ensemble conceived by Jasna herself:...
Simon Spillett, one of Britain’s most prominent jazz figures and Kim Cypher, one of Britain’s most exciting and exuberant musicians join forces to present ‘Unification‘ in...
Behind the scenes we all have our struggles. Some of us work to find different strategies to cope with these struggles (I hope) and sometimes those strategies work, sometimes they...
One of the most exciting Dutch bands right now is WAAN, a creative partnership between seasoned alto saxophonist Bart Wirtz and keyboard wizard Emiel van Rijthoven. WAAN delivers...
Hailing from South Korea, composer, conductor and pianist Rin Seo encompasses the ever-changing nature of the ensemble jazz scene, through her 14 piece genre-defying Rin Seo...
Ola Onabulé & The Hazelrigg Brothers It's Never Over - New Album out 14 November
It's Never Over is an unique album showcasing Ola Onabulé in a small acoustic setting together with George and Geoff Hazelrigg. The albums seven originals and masterful interpretation of Prince's "Condition of the Heart" reveal a fresh, spontaneous dialogue and profound artistry.
One of the most exciting Dutch bands right now is WAAN, a creative partnership between seasoned alto saxophonist Bart Wirtz and keyboard wizard Emiel van Rijthoven. WAAN delivers a rich blend of electronically propelled grooves,...
“6 Doin’ Jazz” is a captivating 2023 music documentary that delves into the world of jazz through the lens of an extraordinary sextet. Featuring internationally acclaimed...
This coming autumn, German trumpeter Thimo Niesterok gears up to release his third album, “Stepping Forward,” on October 20th, 2023, on the Mons Records label. Niesterok, one...
Released through Anzic Records, Vocalist and composer Nicky Schrire leads Canadian Quartet on ‘Nowhere Girl’, first album in ten years. Born in London and grew up in Cape Town, South...
BMG & The Montreux Jazz Festival recently announced the release of Paco De Lucía: The Montreux Years. Released on the 24th of February this year, the latest instalment in the...
Jazz vocalist Paul Jost has been making waves lately on the New York scene performing at many of the cities best known venues. Known as a consummate storyteller, Paul is highly regarded for...
This weeks featured video presents the title track from vocalist Sara Gazarek’s latest EP “Vanity”. Following her successful release “Thirsty Ghost” in 2019...
Zurich Jazz Orchestra Neat Little Songs featuring: Thomas Gansch
The ZJO’s latest album, "Neat Little Songs", featuring compositions by Thomas Gansch
arranged by Ed Partyka.
Eddie Bruce’s new album, For Dreamers and Their Dreams, is the sound of a seasoned vocalist finally stepping fully into the big band spotlight he has long cherished. Drawing on...
Simply Joy is the new album by saxophonist and composer Jasna Jovićević, released on 2 January on 33 Jazz Records. It features an ensemble conceived by Jasna herself:...
Donny McCaslin’s “Lullaby for the Lost,” released on September 26, 2025, via Edition Records, is a striking continuation of his adventurous trajectory in contemporary jazz...
The Tampere Jazz Happening in Finland´s third largest city celebrated a brilliant 44th edition with a very colourful programme. Some things were different this year in Tampere at...
Listening to Ginman Blachman Dahl’s “Play Ballads” feels like entering a space where time stretches and melody breathes. The Danish trio, pianist Carsten Dahl,...
Jakob Dreyer’s “Roots and Things” stands as a measured advance in his progression as a bassist and bandleader, presenting a coherent and immersive set of original...
Nikola Bankov’s 3rd album as a leader, “Everwanted,” presents a compelling fusion of jazz, Nordic synth-pop, and contemporary sonic textures that resist simple...
Fergus McCreadie’s album, “The Shieling,” continues his exploration of Scottish folk influences through the prism of modern jazz, presenting a deeply rooted yet...
Being a (jazz) musician in Iceland is a complicated profession. Gigs are few and far between, and outside of Reykjavik, performance opportunities are even more scarce. However,...
Mons Records
Founded in 1991, Mons records is one of the most innovative German jazz labels with an extensive catalogue of more than spanning the full gamut of the jazz genre and featuring many of the most iconic musicians of the era. Find out more at the Mons Records website.