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Don Rendell/Ian Carr Quintet: Warm Up: The Complete Live at the Highwayman 1965 – review
This rare live recording captures all that was best about the old jazz pub circuit, with a great band on top form
Dave Gelly
18, Feb, 2023 @4:00 PM
Enrico Pieranunzi Trio and Orchestra: Blues & Bach: The Music of John Lewis – review
In its best moments, the Italian pianist’s tribute to the American classical-jazz pioneer is breathtaking
Dave Gelly
04, Feb, 2023 @4:00 PM
Paul Clarvis, Liam Noble, Cathy Jordan: Freight Train review – quite a ride
Irish folk singer Cathy Jordan, with Clarvis and Noble on percussion and piano, works her magic on songs ranging from Duke Ellington to Mose Allison
Dave Gelly
21, Jan, 2023 @4:00 PM
Houston Person: Reminiscing at Rudy’s review – a melody masterclass
The saxophonist and his top band eschew improvisation in favour of faithful renditions of classic tunes, from Cole Porter to Paul Anka
Dave Gelly
07, Jan, 2023 @4:00 PM
Ben Crosland: Songs of Solace and Reflection review – a spontaneous lockdown reverie
In contemplative mood, the bassist showcases the rich talents of five fellow musicians – and his first writing for strings
Dave Gelly
03, Dec, 2022 @4:00 PM
Emmet Cohen: Uptown in Orbit review – phenomenal technique anchored in the past
The dazzling pianist and his fine band prove themselves masters of several styles on this album of classics and originals
Dave Gelly
19, Nov, 2022 @4:00 PM
National Youth Jazz Orchestra: She Said review – vibrant homage to female jazz composers old and new
The ensemble’s programme aimed at remixing the genre’s gender balance has resulted in an ambitious and arresting LP
Dave Gelly
05, Nov, 2022 @4:00 PM
Richard Galliano New York Tango Trio: Cully 2022 review – one enchanted accordion evening
Galliano shows masterly technique on his instrument, with virtuosic backing on this live recording
Dave Gelly
22, Oct, 2022 @3:00 PM
Nicki Leighton-Thomas One: Good Scandal review – more Fran Landesman gems
The British singer, who captures Landesman’s lyrics so well, is joined by composer Simon Wallace and Dave O’Higgins on sax
Dave Gelly
08, Oct, 2022 @3:00 PM
Miles Davis: That’s What Happened 1982-1985: The Bootleg Series Vol 7 review – more discarded gems
Outtakes from the trumpeter’s Star People, Decoy and You’re Under Arrest albums, plus a live gig from 1983, continue Sony’s meticulous series
Dave Gelly
24, Sep, 2022 @3:00 PM
Wollesen Ferm: Heart in Hand review – full of unexpected charm
American session drummer Kenny Wollesen and sax player Ned Ferm join forces on a record infused with Scandinavian cool and folk notes
Dave Gelly
10, Sep, 2022 @3:00 PM
Tom Harrell: Oak Tree review – a trumpet player with all the time in the world
Harrell’s sometimes complex compositions exude leisurely warmth
Dave Gelly
27, Aug, 2022 @3:00 PM
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