There is something about the long form. It constantly reminds you that the length of most jazz compositions is an artificial construct, arising from its history and the evolution of music technology. It is also still a relatively rare beast, [...]
The Horsebridge Arts Centre is rapidly establishing itself as an exciting jazz venue in North Kent, bringing top artists to its fine performance space to further enhance its vibrant arts programme. Its monthly ‘Jazz at the Horsebridge’ series, in collaboration [...]
Tristan Banks, drummer and bandleader, cooks up a lovely Brazilian feijoada at his award-winning club The Verdict. The dish itself combines the comfort of beans and rice with the piquancy of pork loin and smoked sausage in a sauce you [...]
Halfway through this excellent show at The Lighthouse, drummer and composer Tristan Banks takes time out to regale the audience with a tale about the baião Brazilian beat he’d just played on “Cidade Alta”, one of many standout tracks on [...]
Herbie Hancock once opined that the spirit of jazz was the spirit of openness. The Herne Bay Jazz Festival organisers, including its musical director, vocalist Kai Hoffman, have tapped into that feeling perfectly. It’s a non-profit festival and most of [...]
