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Pharoah Sanders, 'Karma'
27th Dec 2021
The saxophonist's 1969 album distilled much of the knowledge gained from his time playing with John Coltrane, furthering the sounds of avant-garde jazz to spiritual new territories.
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Karma
Pharoah Sanders
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Non-Jazz Favourites from 2021
23rd Dec 2021
Josh and Matt look back over 2021 and pick out some of their favourite releases from outside their normal jazz wheelhouse.
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Johnathan Blake, 'Homeward Bound'
17th Dec 2021
The American drummer debuts his new 'Pentad' quintet, featuring young rising stars Joel Ross and Immanuel Wilkins, on a set of inspired originals.
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Homeward Bound
Johnathan Blake
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Jazz New Release Round-Up - 16th December 2021
16th Dec 2021
Our pick of the latest jazz releases includes new music from John Zorn, archival releases from Ornette Coleman and Archie Shepp, and John Coltrane interpreted by saxophonist Dave Liebman.
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Jazz Recordings of the Year - Winners 2021
10th Dec 2021
After much deliberation, we are thrilled to reveal our top five Jazz Recordings of the Year.
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Bill Charlap Trio, 'Street of Dreams'
10th Dec 2021
Bill Charlap and his long-standing trio swing their way through a selection of American Songbook tunes, including charts from Duke Ellington, Dave Brubeck, and Kenny Burrell. Unmissable for fans of straight-ahead piano trio jazz.
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Jazz New Release Round-Up - 9th December 2021
9th Dec 2021
Our picks for the latest jazz releases include new music from Hedvig Mollestad, and archival live recordings from Bud Powell and Oscar Peterson.
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Tokyo Glow: Japanese City Pop Selected by DJ Notoya
7th Dec 2021
Explore the sounds of 1980s Japanese 'city pop', a style that combined the sounds of soft rock, jazz and R&B, on this new compilation from We Want Sounds.
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Makaya McCraven, 'Deciphering the Message'
3rd Dec 2021
Drummer and bandleader Makaya McCraven creatively samples recordings from Blue Note's vast catalogue, combining recordings by Horace Silver, Wayne Shorter and more with contributions from contemporary artists.
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Jazzy Christmas Favourites From Presto Music
2nd Dec 2021
Some of our favourite Christmas jazz recordings, old and new. Including new releases and reissues by Norah Jones, Michael Bublé and Till Brönner, as well as classics from Vince Guaraldi, Frank Sinatra, and the Count Basie Orchestra.
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The Jazz Chart - November 2021
1st Dec 2021
Our 25 best-selling titles across all formats for November, including new entries from the Bill Charlap Trio, Graham Collier, and Mark Kavuma.
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Great Gifts for Jazz Readers
30th Nov 2021
We've collected some of the best jazz-related reads on our website, from a photobook of dusty Blue Note portraits, to the life and times of one of jazz music's most well-known guitar players, to deep dives into classic albums.
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Mark Kavuma & The Banger Factory, 'Arashi No Ato (After the Storm)'
26th Nov 2021
The London-based trumpeter's Banger Factory imprint bridges the gap between the generations in the city's jazz scene, flagging both the band and Kavuma himself as ones to watch. Essential listening for lovers of classic bebop-styled jazz.
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Arashi No Ato (After the Storm)
Mark Kavuma & The Banger Factory
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Buy lots and make a difference
25th Nov 2021
For four days we will be donating 5% of all the revenue we receive to three charities whose aims are closely aligned with our own: the Chineke! Foundation, National Youth Choirs of Great Britain and Gabrieli Consort & Players.
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Jazz Vinyl Round-Up - November 2021
25th Nov 2021
The latest new and upcoming jazz vinyl releases from Blue Note, Groove Replica, 20th Century Masterworks and more...
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Eivind Aarset on classic rock influences and 'Phantasmagoria'
23rd Nov 2021
We spoke to the Norwegian guitarist about his latest album Phantasmagoria, or A Different Kind of Journey, his early rock influences and how he keeps himself inspired.
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Jazzwise Editor's Choices - December 2021/January 2022
22nd Nov 2021
Jazzwise Editor's Choices for December include Chick Corea's Akoustic Band, a Village Vanguard set from Christian McBride, and Graham Collier's previously unreleased British Conversations.
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Petter Eldh, 'Projekt Drums Vol. 1'
19th Nov 2021
The Swedish-born, Berlin-residing bass player indulges in his love of hip-hop, funk, and beats on a drums-focussed project featuring an all-star cast of percussionists.
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Projekt Drums Vol. 1
Petter Eldh
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Jazz Recordings of the Year - Finalists 2021
18th Nov 2021
We have the much-enjoyable task of going back through our favourite releases of 2021 - and there were plenty to choose from! Before we announce our top 5 albums of the year, have a read through our 25 finalists, and 10 favourite reissues...
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Jazz New Release Round-Up - 18th November 2021
18th Nov 2021
Our picks for the latest jazz releases include Charlie Parker tunes from the SWR Big Band, genre-defying ensemble Eskina's newest record, and Makaya McCraven's reworkings of classic Blue Note recordings.
