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Nils Landgren on Love Of My Life
12th Feb 2026by Maddy Allison
The trombonist and vocalist celebrates turning seventy with the release of his new album, joining us to share the details of the long journey of its creation, as well as reflecting upon his legacy within the industry.
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Asaf Harris on I Thought I Was Ready
23rd Jan 2026by Maddy Allison
The multi-instrumentalist shares how one Paul McCartney concert ignited the spark for his music career, and how his latest album incorporates a blend of musical languages to create his own unique sound.
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Ian Shaw on Stephensong
10th Jan 2026by Maddy Allison
The illustrious jazz vocalist joins us to discuss all things Stephen Sondheim, and how the composer's genius comes across just as strongly in the jazz club as it does on the stage.
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Robin Phillips on Return To The Source
29th Dec 2025by Maddy Allison
Discussing his album Return From The Source, the singer and pianist explores how a US road trip was the spark that saw him return to songwriting.
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Steve Lodder on 2 Sorts Of 3
17th Dec 2025by Maddy Allison
The jazz pianist discusses his latest project, combining two trios (plugged and unplugged) into one album.
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Sebastian Rochford on Finding Ways
10th Nov 2025by Maddy Allison
Released after a period of reflection, the drummer discusses his brand new album that embraces a dynamic guitar sound and draws on the source of familial inspiration.
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Jesse Harris on If You Believed In Me
28th Oct 2025by Maddy Allison
The composer discusses his latest album, his enduring passion for songwriting, and partnerships that have shaped a remarkable career in music.
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Howl Quartet on Night Song
23rd Oct 2025by Maddy Allison
Ensemble members Harry Brunt, Dan Smith, Pete Komor and Matt Parkinson come together to discuss the origins of their group the Howl Quartet, as well as the creation and sound of their latest album Night Song.
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Francisco Correa on Songs from Beyond
17th Oct 2025by Maddy Allison
The guitarist explores the crossover between jazz standards and the sounds of classical guitar in his latest album that honours the legacy of John W Duarte.
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Anmol Mohara on Across the Sea
9th Oct 2025by Maddy Allison
The percussionist shares the inspiration behind his debut, and how his homeland Nepal has shaped his musical sound.
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Nate Smith on Live-Action
27th Sep 2025by Maddy Allison
The GRAMMY-nominated musician gives a glimpse into his latest album Live-Action.
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Craig Ogden on Tango at Tetbury, Dancing with Piazzolla and Latin Connections
25th Sep 2025by Matthew Ash
Ahead of opening the 2025 Tetbury Music Festival with the London Tango Quintet, and the release of a new Aquarelle Guitar Quartet album in October, Craig Ogden chatted with Matthew Ash about the breadth of his musical passions, the joys of chamber music and his choice of strings, giving insight into an instrument that is all too often unfairly viewed as sitting at the periphery of classical music.
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Carl Gorham on Extraordinary Journey
25th Sep 2025by Maddy Allison
The great-nephew of Sir George Shearing joins me to discuss the works of the great jazz legend, and his plans to bring the music to listeners of today with the help of his ensemble, Shear Brass.
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Brigitte Beraha on Teasing Reflections
16th Sep 2025by Maddy Allison
The vocalist and composer discusses the roots of her unique sound, the creation of the ensemble Lucid Dreamers, and how their creativity continues to evolve in Teasing Reflections.
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Nils Petter Molvær on KHMER Live in Bergen
10th Sep 2025by Maddy Allison
The trumpeter and composer discusses his latest project, bringing new life into the music of his past.
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Bremer/McCoy on Kosmos
5th Sep 2025by Maddy Allison
One year on from their latest release, duo from Copenhagen Jonathan Bremer and Morten McCoy share how the album still resonates with listeners now during their first European tour.
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Olivia Cuttill on ...And Writing And Singing And Tunes To Be Swingin'
29th Aug 2025by Maddy Allison
The young trumpeter discusses her new album, musical inspirations, and why Leeds is a beacon for UK jazz.
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Joe Farnsworth on The Big Room
23rd Jul 2025by Maddy Allison
The US drummer joins us to discuss his latest album, as well as the lessons he's learned from his collaborations with the jazz greats across the years.
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Jim Watson on Calling You Home
4th Jul 2025by Maddy Allison
The talented pianist joins me to discuss his incredible career and returning to his roots in his solo album, Calling You Home.
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Kasper Rietkerk & Darius Brubeck on The Happy Worrier
20th Jun 2025by Maddy Allison
Both the talented saxophonist Kasper Rietkerk and the legendary Darius Brubeck join Presto to discuss the Brubeck Living Legacy Prize and the upcoming release of Rietkerk’s album The Happy Worrier.