In the dynamic world of the German jazz scene, one name stands tall – Johannes Enders. This German saxophonist, composer, producer, and educator has carved an impressive...
This year marked a significant departure from our earthly realm as Wayne Shorter bid farewell. Embarking on a boundless voyage through the endless expanse of the universe, he...
Born today, June-30, 1951 in Philadelphia, bassist Stanley Clarke will celebrate his 72nd birthday! Clarke started out playing accordion however quickly changed to violin, then...
Today, May-26, 1926 a music giant was born. Miles Davis, often named „Prince of Darkness“, was an original, lyrical soloist on the trumpet and demanding group leader. He was...
After two years of being unable to meet in person due to Corona, this year it will again be possible for musicians, labels and organizers to meet face to face in Bremen at the...
After almost two years of the corona pandemic, many musicians and organizers hope to finally be able to look forward and plan together again. The first festivals are to take place...
This year jazzahead! celebrates it’s tenth anniversary. Last year the Jazz industry’s largest and most influential international tradeshow and festival was cancelled...
Over the last few years, we have seen several new releases from iconic artists of rediscovered or lost recordings. Resonance Records have brought several amazing recordings to the...
Storyville Records are ready to release four LP’s from the archives, representing four classic artists. Wizard of the harmonica from Sonny Terry displays an extraordinary talent...
Welcome to the Vinyl Corner, a new column by Jazz Vinyl aficionado Jan Fritz. In each edition of the magazine, Jan will present interesting interviews, news and opinion and the...
On Sunday, the 10th of November. The final concert of the Fürstenwalder festival was by the masterful singer and shaman Melanie Bong. By late afternoon, the venue – the...