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CD Review: Nikola Bankov, Everwanted

Nikola Bankov’s 3rd album as a leader, “Everwanted,” presents a compelling fusion of jazz, Nordic synth-pop, and contemporary sonic textures that resist simple...

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Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival announces Online Streaming

This November, the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival offers a fresh dimension for its audience: a digital concert series streaming exclusive performances throughout the month....

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CD Review: Fergus McCreadie, The Shieling

Fergus McCreadie’s album, “The Shieling,” continues his exploration of Scottish folk influences through the prism of modern jazz, presenting a deeply rooted yet...

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Belgrade Jazz Festival 2025 Opens today

The 41st Belgrade Jazz Festival opens today, October 22, setting Serbia’s capital resonating once again with a distinctly international pulse. Under this year’s theme, *On the...

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WOMEX 2025 kicks off tomorrow

WOMEX 2025 kicks off tomorrow in Tampere, Finland, marking a significant return to the city after six years. From October 22 to 26, the Worldwide Music Expo will draw artists,...

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Legendary Strata-East Titles Announced for Physical Release

Mack Avenue Music Group and Strata-East Records have announced a landmark campaign to reissue four influential albums from the Strata-East catalogue, marking a renewed commitment...

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Festival Review: Reykjavik Jazz 2025 Iceland

Being a (jazz) musician in Iceland is a complicated profession. Gigs are few and far between, and outside of Reykjavik, performance opportunities are even more scarce. However,...

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Thomas Morgan Announces First Album as Leader

Bassist Thomas Morgan will release his debut album, “Around You Is a Forest,” on November 7, 2025, via Loveland Music. This recording marks Morgan’s first release as...

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CD Review: Suntou Susso, Jaliya Silokang

Suntou Susso’s album, “Jaliya Silokang: The Path of a Griot,” is a thoughtful continuation of the long-standing Manding tradition, presenting a modern perspective...

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Jazzfest Berlin 2025: Where Will You Run When the World’s on Fire?

With Autumn now upon us, Berlin once again becomes the gathering ground for one of the continent’s most prestigious and forward-looking jazz festivals. Jazzfest Berlin, now...

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Festival Review: Orange Jazz Days 2025

The first edition of Orange Jazz Days took place last weekend, from October 3rd to 5th, at one of the Netherlands best cultural temple’s, the TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht....

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