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Album Review: Michael Echaniz, Seven Shades of Violet.

Few debut albums carry the weight of life experiences quite like Michael Echaniz’s “Seven Shades of Violet,” released on September 8, 2023, via Ridgeway Records....

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Erik Truffaz Awarded Swiss Grand Award for Music 2023

Swiss trumpeter Erik Truffaz has been honored with the Swiss Grand Award for Music 2023. Presented by the Federal Office of Culture, this prestigious award recognizes...

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Johannes Enders: A Musical Odyssey Unveiled on Tour

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...

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Album Preview: Mária Reháková’s “TOPOĽANA,”

Mária Reháková, the Slovak-born flautist, singer, and composer, is poised to unveil her debut album, “TOPOĽANA,” accompanied by her London-based sextet. This...

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Sanne Sanne unveils Mountain Child at the Bimhuis, Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s Bimhuis is set to host an extraordinary evening on Thursday, September 14, as the debut album, “Mountain Child,” by Sanne Sanne, comes to life on...

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Geoffrey Keezer joins SNJO on tour

Grammy-winning pianist-composer Geoffrey Keezer joins the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra on a three-date Scottish tour from 29th September to 1st October, with concerts in...

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EZ To the World: Where they’re meant to be

The energy in the room was eclectic. No, I wasn’t present myself in the physical sense; I was one of the million people tuning in virtually to witness a historic win for jazz...

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Gig review: Zoe Rahman, ‘Colour of Sound’ Album Launch at Kings Place

Surrounded by her friends, family, and fellow musicians, Zoe Rahman took to the Hall One stage, beaming with appreciation and a true love for her craft. Looking out into the...

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John McLaughlin: A Jazz and Rock Icon Unveiled in New Book

In the realm of British jazz and rock, few figures loom as large and influential as the electrifying guitarist, composer, and bandleader John McLaughlin. With a career spanning...

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Soaring Higher Than Ever Before – Lakecia Benjamin on “Phoenix”

Lakecia Benjamin’s fourth studio album “Phoenix” was released in January, 2023 on Whirlwind Recordings. This one is the most ambitious yet with special guests (the late)...

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Andreas Ulvo’s “Lost in Space”: An Odyssey Beyond Bounds

Norwegian pianist Andreas Ulvo’s latest album released at the end of September this year and titled “Lost in Space,” stands as a testament to creativity and...

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