Andrew Read – Jazz in Europe

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CD Review: Fergus McCreadie, The Shieling

Fergus McCreadie’s album, “The Shieling,” continues his exploration of Scottish folk influences through the prism of modern jazz, presenting a deeply rooted yet...

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Legendary Strata-East Titles Announced for Physical Release

Mack Avenue Music Group and Strata-East Records have announced a landmark campaign to reissue four influential albums from the Strata-East catalogue, marking a renewed commitment...

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CD Review: Suntou Susso, Jaliya Silokang

Suntou Susso’s album, “Jaliya Silokang: The Path of a Griot,” is a thoughtful continuation of the long-standing Manding tradition, presenting a modern perspective...

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Festival Review: Orange Jazz Days 2025

The first edition of Orange Jazz Days took place last weekend, from October 3rd to 5th, at one of the Netherlands best cultural temple’s, the TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht....

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Beyond Atmos: Why AuroMasters Opens New Doors for Jazz and Indie Labels.

The launch of the AuroMasters platform on September 30, 2025, is a watershed moment for immersive music streaming—one that could reshape how listeners, labels, and artists...

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CD Review: Théo Girard, La Rivière Coulera Sans Effort

French bassist and composer Théo Girard’s project Mobke represents a transatlantic quartet assembled with a clear artistic purpose: to create music rooted in the deep jazz...

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CD Review: Zack Lober, So We Could Live

Zack Lober’s new album, “So We Could Live,” offers a clear example of how a chord-less quartet can function with both flexibility and clarity, focusing on interplay,...

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CD Review, Emma Rawicz, Inkyra

Emma Rawicz’s journey from her early performances, including a striking appearance at the Red Sea Jazz Festival, to her latest album, “Inkyra”, demonstrates a clear...

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Marike van Dijk, Expanding Boundaries with the Nu-Art Orchestra

Dutch saxophonist, composer and bandleader Marike van Dijk, has steadily carved out a distinctive voice on the European jazz scene. Known for her adventurous spirit and commitment...

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Ineza, on identity, loss, and carving her own path

I first saw Ineza perform live at Jazzahead a few years ago, and her voice and presence made a strong impression. Since then, she has been building a quiet but steady profile...

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SADA: Pioneering a Fresh Jazz-Rock Dialogue.

With the current jazz scene full of global fusion exchanges, German band SADA is breathing new life into the concept by crafting an original fusion where jazz-rock meets the...

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