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...
Recently, I had the chance to listen to some pre-release tracks from SADA’s upcoming album “Echoes of Maqam”, and I was immediately fascinated by the band’s unique blend...
2025 is a milestone for Zurich Jazz Orchestra (ZJO), their 30th anniversary. Having followed the band over many years, this milestone presents the perfect opportunity to take an...
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...
Few episodes in jazz history are as loaded with irony and as emblematic of Cold War cultural conflict as the Jazz Ambassadors tours. In the late 1950s and 1960s, at the dawn of...
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...
Featured Image by Maurits van Hout “Behind The Lens” was one of our most beloved and best-read series, celebrating the artistry of jazz photography through insightful...
From October 3rd to 5th, 2025, Orange Jazz Days inaugurates a new model for jazz festivals in the Netherlands, embedding its entire line-up in Dutch jazz: past, present, and...