Let’s deal with the obvious question first. At around €6,500, the Nu-Vista Vinyl S is not a phono stage most readers of this column will buy on a whim, and Musical...
Vinyl Corner has always been about the records — the reissues, the rediscoveries, the pressing quality debates that keep our inbox busy. But readers keep asking the same...
A Light Goes Out in Groningen — Remembering Sem van Gelder It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Samuel “Sem” van Gelder, who died...
I have been listening to Sonny Rollins for most of my life, but it is only now, in the wake of his death on May 25, 2026, that the full weight of his presence feels measurable....
In the Winter 2026 edition of the Jazz In Europe Magazine, with Rudy Van Gelder prominently featured, I wanted to spotlight four of my favorite albums where his engineering...
In 2025, the European jazz vinyl market remains a vibrant and rapidly expanding segment within the broader resurgence of vinyl records. Data from market research reports estimate...
Welcome to another instalment of “The Vinyl Corner.” This month, we’re exploring the fascinating process of cutting masters for vinyl LPs—a crucial step in creating the...
The city of Bremen is gearing up to host the 19th edition of jazzahead!, one of the most significant international gatherings for the jazz industry. Taking place from April 23 to...
Producer Zev Feldman is well-known in the jazz world for his expertise in unearthing previously unreleased recordings from iconic musicians in jazz history. A prime example is the...
Neither absolute space nor absolute time exists however, space and time are interconnected rather than independent entities. This continuum mirrors well-executed music; they...
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...
