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Hedvig Mollestad Weejuns - Bitches Blues
17th Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
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 2026by Maddy Allison
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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Liberetto V: Echomyr
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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Mike Westbrook (1936-2026)
15th Apr 2026
The pioneering British jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader whose genre-defying work reshaped the landscape of European jazz has died at the age of ninety.
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Judith Berkson - Thee They Thy
10th Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
Experimental, free and yet refined, the vocalist puts her own spin on the jazz trio and embraces the world of the avant-garde.
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Kevin Figes on Wallpaper Music III
10th Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
The multi-instrumentalist discusses the latest instalment in his Wallpaper Music series, and the creative process behind his compositions.
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New Release Round-Up - 10th April 2026
10th Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
Highlights this week include the bold, instinctive energy of Force of Nature by Swedish Grammis winner Sara Aldén and the genre-blurring soundworld of People in Orbit in Viewpoint.
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Stacey Kent - A Time For Love
3rd Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
The vocalist makes a sparkling return, her latest album filled with charm aplenty and infused with her signature warmth.
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New Release Round-Up - 3rd April 2026
3rd Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
American drummer Gregory Hutchinson celebrates the centenary of Miles Davis, trumpeter D!ma Loginov blends jazz with Kazakh folk music, and guitarist Biréli Lagrène reimagines a Weather Report classic.
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Alice Coltrane
1st Apr 2026by Dan Spirrett
A foray into the life and journey of Alice Coltrane’s devotion to music and spirituality, producing intense and transcendent albums including Journey in Satchidananda and Universal Consciousness.
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Jazzwise Editor Choices - April 2026
1st Apr 2026by Maddy Allison
Presenting all the latest picks from the Jazzwise editors for the month of April, including the one and only reissue of Miles Davis: The Complete Live at the Plugged Nickel 1965…
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Jasper Høiby - Conversations of Hope
27th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
The bassist releases his third album alongside his 3Elements trio members Naíma Acuña on drums and Xavi Torres on piano.
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New Release Round-Up - 27th March 2026
27th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
Highlights this week include the striking duet interplay of Miroslav Vitouš and Michel Portal on Mountain Call, alongside the expansive, high-impact ensemble writing of Simon Hanes’ GARGANTUA.
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Mountain Call
Miroslav Vitouš (doublebass), Michel Portal (clarinet, bassclarinet), Jack DeJohnette (drum), Bob Mintzer (clarinet, bassclarinet), Esperanza Spalding (vocalist), Gary Campbell (sopranosaxophone, tenorsaxophone), Gérald Cleaver (drum), Czech National Symphony Orchestra
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Sarah L King on The Light Ahead
26th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
The vocalist and composer discusses the optimistic feel of her latest album, as well as her nuanced approach to genre...
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Immanuel Wilkins Quartet: Live at the Village Vanguard Vol. 1
20th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
The young saxophonist releases the first volume of three to come this year, with recordings taken from his live performances at New York’s Village Vanguard.
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New Release Round-Up - 20th March 2026
20th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
This week presents the latest from ECM pianist Marilyn Crispell and bassist Anders Jormin, the collaborative originals from bassist Jon Henriksson, and the dynamic sounds from drummer Steve White.
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Ben Wendel - BaRcoDe
13th Mar 2026by Dan Spirrett
Visionary saxophonist and composer Ben Wendel unveils BaRcoDe, a new electroacoustic project for saxophone and four mallet players. Developed through residencies at The Jazz Gallery, the album interlaces intricate composition, chamber textures and electronics into a cohesive and immersive sound world.
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New Release Round-Up - 13th March 2026
13th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
The fusion band Soft Machine make a bold return this week, alongside Mark Turner on ECM, and Peter Somuah on ACT Music.
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Douglas J. Cuomo: a raft, the sky, the wild sea - feat. Joe Lovano
12th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
In a Presto Music vinyl exclusive, the jazz saxophonist stars as the soloist in a new concerto written by Douglas J. Cuomo, exploring feelings of belonging and the traversing of unpredictable landscapes.
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Shai Maestro on The Guesthouse
9th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
The pianist discusses his latest album, influences, and his journey of exploring the complex world of production...
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The Guethouse
Shai Maestro (musician, piano, accompanist, keyboard), Ofri Nehemya (musician, drums), Gadi Lehavi (musician, keyboard), Jorge Roeder (musician, bass), Philip Dizack (musician, trumpet), Immanuel Wilkins (musician, saxophone), Fernando Brox (musician, flute), MARO (accompanist), Maro (musician, voice), Nitzan Bar (musician, guitar), Michael Mayo (musician, voice, accompanist), Jake Sherman (musician, hammond organ), Tal Mashiach (musician, guitar), Alon Lotringer (musician, voice, accompanist)
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Omer Klein on The Poetics
7th Mar 2026by Maddy Allison
Upon the release of his latest album involving a larger ensemble, the pianist joins us to discuss how Brazilian music has inspired him, the concept of compassion in his music, and the challenges of the digital age.