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Raffy Bushman on New Life
15th Jun 2026
The pianist joins us to discuss his latest album, reflecting on a period of personal change that has included a new relationship and the arrival of his first child.
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Raffy Bushman
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John Beasley on Invisible Piano
12th Jun 2026
With a career that has taken him from performing alongside Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard to collaborating on the cinematic projects of Thomas Newman, the pianist gives the details on his brand new album, inspired by art at the Staatsgalerie Museum.
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Grigory Sokolov: The Salzburg Recital 2008
Grigory Sokolov (piano)
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Slo-Mo Neon Luminate Hoverings - Mary Halvorson & Ambrose Akinmusire
12th Jun 2026
Two of the most pioneering improvisers of avant-garde jazz unite for the first time, releasing an album that builds on their shared approach to experimental improvisation.
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New Release Round-Up - 12th June 2026
12th Jun 2026
This week, jazz powerhouse Lakecia Benjamin returns with her latest project filled with A-list collaborations, and Jeff Goldblum expands on his Still Blooming soundworld with a new 'late night' instalment.
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Lakecia Benjamin on We Dream
10th Jun 2026
The vibrant and dynamic saxophonist joins us to share her insights on her latest genre-defying album, We Dream.
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Poppy Ackroyd - Liminal
5th Jun 2026
Minimalist, cinematic, and classically-infused, Ackroyd returns with her violin/piano combo in her latest album Liminal.
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Poppy Ackroyd (piano & violin)
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New Release Round-Up - 5th June 2026
5th Jun 2026
This week Anthony Joseph embraces all things Afrofuturist, the Shadowlands trio explore Irish traditions, and saxophonist Trish Clowes crafts an album centred around the Thames Path.
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Jazzwise Editor Choices - June 2026
2nd Jun 2026
Midway through 2026, and the Jazzwise Editor Choices are still highlighting the best of the year so far!
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Avishai Cohen - Eternal Child
29th May 2026
The bassist presents his most ‘jazz’ album to date, and one that also serves a tribute to his mentor, Chick Corea.
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New Release Round-Up - 29th May 2026
29th May 2026
For the final round-up of the month, Joe Lovano presents his latest ensemble project and a Miles Davis reissue explores the iconic cinematic soundtrack Ascenseur pour l'échafaud.
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Sonny Rollins (1930-2026)
27th May 2026
Sonny Rollins, one of the defining tenor saxophonists of modern jazz, has died aged 95. Across seven decades, his powerful sound, melodic invention and restless self-questioning made him a central figure in bebop and beyond.
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Miles Davis at 100
26th May 2026
Today marks what would have been the legendary trumpeter's 100th birthday. In celebration, we spoke to admirers of Miles about why he's still a huge influence today...
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Callum Au on Sing Seven Seas
25th May 2026
The internationally renowned arranger celebrates his upcoming release prior to the launch at Kings Place, and shares all the details behind the project that involves over eighty musicians.
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Joe Webb - Neath Beat
22nd May 2026
The exceptionally talented pianist makes a return with his latest album, reflecting on the sounds of his hometown, Neath, and his contemporary stride piano sound.
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New Release Round-Up - 22nd May 2026
22nd May 2026
Large jazz ensembles and reinterpretations of the jazz greats are the order of the day this week, as our new releases embrace that big band sound.
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Nate Smith
21st May 2026
Nate Smith is a multi-Grammy-winning drummer, composer and producer celebrated for a genre-fluid style that seamlessly bridges jazz, R&B, hip-hop and pop. His standing was further cemented at the 68th Grammy Awards in 2026, where he achieved a double victory – most notably winning Best Alternative Jazz Album for the analogue-driven masterpiece, LIVE-ACTION.
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Nate Smith (drums, musician, keyboard), Josh Johnson (musician, saxophone), Sebastian White (designer), Marquis Hill (trumpet, musician), JSWISS (musician), Lalah Hathaway (chanting, musician, voice, vocal_arranger), Michael League (musician, bass), Lionel Loueke (musician, voice), säje (musician, voice), Amanda Taylor (vocal_arranger), Sara Gazarek (vocal_arranger), Erin Bentlage (vocal_arranger), Johnaye Kendrick (vocal_arranger), Kiefer, CARRTOONS, Ben Williams (bass, musician), Jeannette Jang (musician, violin), Anna Bishop (musician, violin), Kimberly Ryan (musician, viola), Peter Greydanus (musician, cello), Charlie Hunter (musician, guitar), DJ Harrison (keyboard), Jermaine Holmes (musician, voice), DJAY HARISSON (musician, rhodes)
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The Sidewinder – Lee Morgan
20th May 2026
Lee Morgan's 1963 masterpiece, The Sidewinder, revitalised Blue Note Records with its infectious title track. Blending hard bop with soul-jazz and boogaloo rhythms, it remains a definitive, high-energy jazz classic.
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Jasmine Myra - Where Light Settles
15th May 2026
Meditative, cinematic, and folk-infused, the UK saxophonist presents her third album showcasing luscious arrangements that feature strings, harp and vibraphone.
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New Release Round-Up - 15th May 2026
15th May 2026
This week sees a reissue of Tomasz Stanko’s Balladyna on ECM, as well as a harmonica and guitar collaboration in Unfiltered, and the narrative world of author Haruki Murakami brought to life in music in Between Here and Nowhere.
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William Basinski’s The Disintegration Loops
11th May 2026
Originally an archival project, The Disintegration Loops transforms the sound of old tapes decaying in real time into a moving meditation on loss, impermanence, and the aftermath of September 11.
