A persistent breeze dispersed any accumulating haze, but the Truman Brewery courtyard nonetheless stank of cigarettes. Even in the early afternoon, a line stretched from the outdoor bar and towers of identically branded beer cups dotted picnic tables like wasp [...]
I cannot remember any living songwriting collaborators who have brought me more pleasure than Georgia Mancio (lyrics) and Alan Broadbent (composer). It was a bright, Spring day in Stapleford, and one could bask in the rich, varied music. Working on [...]
The following is an interview between jazz journalist Morgan Enos and Israel-born, New York-based guitarist/composer Gilad Hekselman. His new album with bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Marcus Gilmore, Downhill From Here, was released 25 April via La Reserve Records. Links [...]
Bremen’s annual trade fair + conference + showcase festival (all rolled into one) has the vibe of a vast and friendly family gathering. A lot of effort goes in to making that vibe, that buzz, that energy – both from [...]
UK Saxophonist Dan Forshaw is renowned for captivating performances and dynamic stage presence. His global career spans big bands, jazz quartets, and collaborations with cathedral choirs, thrilling audiences worldwide. A sought-after educator, Dan teaches saxophone at the University of Cambridge [...]
A real curiosity, this. Mack Avenue’s first fruit of releases from their rights to the Strata-East catalogue includes the above-named 1974 New York studio date by the estimable Monk sideman-saxophonist Charlie Rouse (note he’s called Charles here). He’s playing with [...]
