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Spinifex: Navigating The “Gray Zone”

For almost twenty years, Tobias Klein has built a clear path in modern jazz and improvised music. As the leader of Spinifex, an Amsterdam-based group known for mixing composition...

The Hazelrigg Brothers: Craft and Sonic Integrity.

It’s been some time since I last sat down with the Hazelrigg Brothers, George and Geoff, pianist and bassist respectively and the creative minds behind Hazelrigg Industries....

Interview: Ola Onabulé, An artist in Motion

Editor’s Note: This interview with Ola Onabulé is presented in two parts. You’re about to read part one, with part two coming soon—so keep an eye out for the rest of our...

China Moses: Singing, savouring and defending artistic freedom

At the beginning of the year China Moses announced ‘2025 I am gonna be singing, savoring and defending artistic freedom.’ Here we are a few months later, and as we all know...

The Art of Blending Worlds: A Conversation with Mauro Sigura

When I first sat down with Mauro Sigura, I was struck by his quiet intensity—a musician whose journey has been shaped by both geography and curiosity. Mauro is not just a...

Devon Gates: Water Dancers

Just a year ago, I was enjoying the sights and music of New York, and in the process, got to the wonderful Devon Gates. Devon Gates is a bassist, vocalist and composer from...

In Conversation with Youn Sun Nah

The award-winning singer, songwriter, and performer Youn Sun Nah performed at Union Chapel, London on October 6th as part of the K festival, marking her 30 year career. Performing...

On an Empowering Expedition with Claire Cope

Talking about women in the music industry, a dear friend of mine recently shared with me the concept of having to see a woman in action with certain instruments – usually...

Sylvia Cuenca: Life on the Bandstand

Sylvia Cuenca has built an impressive career sharing the bandstand with some of jazz’s most standout ensembles. Alongside the likes of Joe Henderson and Clark Terry, Cuenca has...

Interview: Daniel Dettwiler – Part 2

We’re excited to present the second instalment of our in-depth conversation with Daniel Dettwiler, a renowned European recording engineer celebrated for his expertise in...

Empirical, The significance of collaboration.

Empirical, formed in 2007, has established itself as one of the UK’s most innovative and forward-thinking jazz ensembles. The band’s core line-up consists of Nathaniel...