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CD Review: Dirk Schilgen, Out Into New

Recorded in August 2021 at Kleine Audiowelt studio, Sandhausen, Germany, “Out Into New” is the latest offering, released through Mons Records, from drummer Dirk Schilgen who...

The day the Queen met Duke

In October 1958, Duke Ellington performed at the Leeds Music Festival, sharing the billing with other stars of the jazz world such as Humphrey Littleton, Cleo Laine and Johnny...

CD Review: Tobias Hoffmann Jazz Orchestra, Conspiracy

What happens when your ambitious musical plans outstrip the line-up of the band that you put together for the first album? Recruit a new selection of musicians and create a Big...

CD Review: Cécile McLorin Salvant, Ghost Song

Every once in a while, an artist comes along who challenges the norm, be that because of their musicianship or singing ability. In the case of Cécile Mclorin Salvant, it is...