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Callum Au on Sing Seven Seas
25th May 2026
The internationally renowned arranger celebrates his upcoming release prior to the launch at Kings Place, and shares all the details behind the project that involves over eighty musicians.
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Joe Webb - Neath Beat
22nd May 2026
The exceptionally talented pianist makes a return with his latest album, reflecting on the sounds of his hometown, Neath, and his contemporary stride piano sound.
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New Release Round-Up - 22nd May 2026
22nd May 2026
Large jazz ensembles and reinterpretations of the jazz greats are the order of the day this week, as our new releases embrace that big band sound.
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Nate Smith
21st May 2026
Nate Smith is a multi-Grammy-winning drummer, composer and producer celebrated for a genre-fluid style that seamlessly bridges jazz, R&B, hip-hop and pop. His standing was further cemented at the 68th Grammy Awards in 2026, where he achieved a double victory – most notably winning Best Alternative Jazz Album for the analogue-driven masterpiece, LIVE-ACTION.
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Nate Smith (drums, musician, keyboard), Josh Johnson (musician, saxophone), Sebastian White (designer), Marquis Hill (trumpet, musician), JSWISS (musician), Lalah Hathaway (chanting, musician, voice, vocal_arranger), Michael League (musician, bass), Lionel Loueke (musician, voice), säje (musician, voice), Amanda Taylor (vocal_arranger), Sara Gazarek (vocal_arranger), Erin Bentlage (vocal_arranger), Johnaye Kendrick (vocal_arranger), Kiefer, CARRTOONS, Ben Williams (bass, musician), Jeannette Jang (musician, violin), Anna Bishop (musician, violin), Kimberly Ryan (musician, viola), Peter Greydanus (musician, cello), Charlie Hunter (musician, guitar), DJ Harrison (keyboard), Jermaine Holmes (musician, voice), DJAY HARISSON (musician, rhodes)
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The Sidewinder – Lee Morgan
20th May 2026
Lee Morgan's 1963 masterpiece, The Sidewinder, revitalised Blue Note Records with its infectious title track. Blending hard bop with soul-jazz and boogaloo rhythms, it remains a definitive, high-energy jazz classic.
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Jasmine Myra - Where Light Settles
15th May 2026
Meditative, cinematic, and folk-infused, the UK saxophonist presents her third album showcasing luscious arrangements that feature strings, harp and vibraphone.
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New Release Round-Up - 15th May 2026
15th May 2026
This week sees a reissue of Tomasz Stanko’s Balladyna on ECM, as well as a harmonica and guitar collaboration in Unfiltered, and the narrative world of author Haruki Murakami brought to life in music in Between Here and Nowhere.
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William Basinski’s The Disintegration Loops
11th May 2026
Originally an archival project, The Disintegration Loops transforms the sound of old tapes decaying in real time into a moving meditation on loss, impermanence, and the aftermath of September 11.
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Chris Potter - Alive With Ghosts Today
8th May 2026
The saxophonist traces the enigmatic narrative of abolitionist John Brown in his latest album, exploring a nuanced soundworld firmly rooted in America.
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New Release Round-Up - 8th May 2026
8th May 2026
Pianist Sharon Minemoto reflects on her family history, capturing Japanese experiences through WWII and beyond, guitarist Eric Escanes brings the ambience in Slo-fi, and a new unreleased Art Blakey recording is sure to be an essential for the record shelf.
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Gabrielle Cavassa - Diavola
1st May 2026
The vocalist makes her debut on the prestigious Blue Note label, blending captivating originals alongside carefully crafted arrangements.
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Jazzwise Editor Choices - May 2026
1st May 2026
May brings a fresh Jazzwise round-up, with the editors spotlighting their essential picks for the month…
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New Release Round-Up - 1st May 2026
1st May 2026
From Gustaf Ljunggren’s atmospheric minimalism and Lars Jansson and Erik Söderlind’s lyrical interplay, to Kazuki Yamanaka’s spiritual explorations, this week brings the best of new jazz releases.
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The Oscar Peterson Trio - At Baker's Keyboard Lounge
30th Apr 2026
Celebrate International Jazz Day this year with the recently released album from the Oscar Peterson Trio, and the uncovered recordings from Baker's Keyboard Lounge!
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Elina Duni & Rob Luft - Reaching for the Moon
24th Apr 2026
Vocalist Elina Duni and guitarist Rob Luft embark on a new duo project. Building on the quartet albums Lost Ships and A Time to Remember, they continue their cross-genre journey in a more intimate duo setting.
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New Release Round-Up - 24th April 2026
24th Apr 2026
Composer and conductor Miho Hazama returns with a bang in her big band album Frames, whilst pianist Joe Lyssarides keeps things lyrical and intimate in Late on Earth.
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Eddie Gripper on Americana
23rd Apr 2026
The pianist shares the incredible inspiration behind his latest album, and the influences of adventure, nature, and enduring friendship.
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Eddie Gripper (piano)
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Jazz FM Awards 2026: Winners
17th Apr 2026
Presenting the winners from this year's Jazz FM Awards, recognising the best of today's talent in jazz, soul and blues!
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Hedvig Mollestad Weejuns - Bitches Blues
17th Apr 2026
The guitarist, famously known for her ‘Jazz Sabbath’ sound, returns with her Weejuns trio, channelling a classic fusion sound alongside intricate and ambitious interplay.
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New Release Round-Up - 17th April 2026
17th Apr 2026
From an archived Oscar Peterson gem, to the Nordic sounds of Lis Wessberg and the Ethio-jazz sounds of Abate Berihun, this week’s releases are sure to have something for everyone.
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Lars Danielsson with Magnus Öström, Gregory Privat & John Parricelli, Lars Danielsson (cello, double bass, electric guitar, piano), Magnus Öström (drums, percussion), Gregory Privat (piano), John Parricelli (6-string acoustic guitar), Arve Henriksen (trumpet), Magnus Lindgren (flute, alto flute), Carolina Grinne (horn)
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