Guitarist Carl Orr is about to head back to his native Australia after almost three decades based in London. The 606 Club will host a Farewell Gig on 22 August, where Orr will be alongside what he describes as his [...]
Detroit-born violinist Regina Carter defies categorisation, bringing her masterful skills to every genre, sound and project she takes on. Recipient of many awards, including the MacArthur “genius” award and a Doris Duke Artist Award, she is hailed for her endless [...]
David Lewis, the host of the ‘Straight Ahead’ radio show on Solar Radio – also available as a podcast – is interviewed by Laura G Thorne (*). UKJazz News: You host a radio programme on Solar Radio called ‘Straight-Ahead’. How [...]
In this, the fourth and final year-end list, UKJazz News’ friends – musicians, writers and promoters – look into 2018 and share their hopes and dreams. You can add your own wishes in the comments section. Contributions compiled by Peter [...]
In the second of UKJazz News’ four year-end lists from a wide range of jazz people, musicians, writers, promoters name their favourite live moments of the year. You can add your own nominations in the comments section. Contributions have been [...]
