Roy Ayers: 10/09/1940 - 04/03/2025
- Friday, March 7, 2025
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Kevin Le Gendre salutes the iconic vibes master and composer, best known for his anthem ‘Everybody Loves The Sunshine’, who has died aged 84
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Nominees announced for 2025 Jazz FM Awards
- Thursday, March 6, 2025
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The prestigious awards return with a wide range of nominees reflecting the strength and depth of the UK and international jazz scene
Herbie Hancock three-nighter, Peyroux, Tigran and Mehldau all announced for Serious Summer Series
- Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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Things are hotting up for this year’s Serious Summer Series at London’s Barbican and Cadogan Hall venues with dates taking place from June until July with a star packed line-up of keyboard kings and...
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Maria Schneider and Oslo Jazz Ensemble dazzle with Data Lords
A rare performance of the composer’s hugely acclaimed work received a fulsome UK premiere at the...
Elliot Galvin, Georgia Cécile and Sultan Stevenson standout at Belfast’s Brilliant Corners Festival
There was a wealth of UK jazz talent present for this edition of this Northern Ireland jazz summit
Royal Academy of Music Jazz Orchestra celebrate the life and music of Kenny Wheeler
New jazz talent and Brit jazz legends came together to salute the life and music of the legendary...
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Review - Sterling Ray2 Intro StingRay Bass
If you’re curious about the StingRay aesthetic and love that sound (as championed by the likes of...
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