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Aleph Aguiar on Sugar on my Blackbeans
16th Feb 2026
The guitarist discusses how his musical influences shape his latest album, the compositional process, and navigating the balance between tradition and innovation.
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Aleph Aguiar (guitar)
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Bram De Looze, Felix Henkelhausen, Eric McPherson - Vice Versa II - Rebounce
13th Feb 2026
The Belgian pianist presents the second instalment of his trio project, exploring a flexible approach to rhythm and the sonic world of the avant-garde.
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New Release Round-Up - 13th February 2026
13th Feb 2026
Our new releases bring all the dynamic energy this week: from energetic gypsy and 60s inspired Latin jazz, to the expansive sound of smooth orchestral big band.
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Nils Landgren on Love Of My Life
12th Feb 2026
The trombonist and vocalist celebrates turning seventy with the release of his new album, joining us to share the details of the long journey of its creation, as well as reflecting upon his legacy within the industry.
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Mary Lou Williams
8th Feb 2026
Mary Lou Williams was a musician whose career spanned across jazz; encompassing Ragtime, Blues, Boogie-Woogie, Swing, Bebop, Free Jazz, with side ventures into Gospel and Third Stream music. Devoted to the music and community, she dedicated herself to supporting struggling musicians and educating younger generations about jazz’s deep roots in African American history.
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Jesper Thorn - Stille
6th Feb 2026
The double bassist presents his second album with April Records, a collection of originals that serve as a tranquil reprieve from the daily noise of the outside world.
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New Release Round-Up - 6th February 2026
6th Feb 2026
Legendary bassist Ron Carter joins Ricky Dillard in a new Blue Note release this week, and a new reissue puts avant-garde ambient composer William Basinski in the spotlight.
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Richie Beirach (1947-2026)
4th Feb 2026
The innovative American jazz pianist and composer has died at the age of 78.
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Jazz at the Grammys 2026
2nd Feb 2026
After an exhilarating awards ceremony yesterday, the results are in for the 2026 Grammy jazz winners!
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Samara Joy (vocalist), Jason Charos (trumpet, flugelhorn, recordingarranger), David Mason (altosaxophone, flute, recordingarranger), Kendric McCallister (tenorsaxophone, recordingarranger), Donavan Austin (trombone, recordingarranger), Conor Rohrer (piano), Felix Moseholm (bass), Evan Sherman (drumkit, recordingarranger)
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Jazzwise Editor Choices - February 2026
1st Feb 2026
New month, new Jazzwise round-up! The editors at the jazz magazine recommend their best picks for February.
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Gareth Lockrane, Mark Nightingale, Ross Stanley, Mike Outram, Nadim Teimoori, Graeme Blevins, Steve Fishwick, Tom Walsh, Pat Levett, Henry Collins, Ian Thomas, Trevor Mires, Sam Mayne, Mike Chillingworth, Tom Smith (saxophone), Olli Martin
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Julia Hülsmann Octet – While I Was Away
30th Jan 2026
ECM strikes again this January, this time hailing the return of the German pianist with her new octet.
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New Release Round-Up - 30th January 2026
30th Jan 2026
As we come to the end of January, this week’s round up includes some of the first releases of the year from Blue Note, Edition Records and Whirlwind Recordings, as well as an unreleased Lester Young album.
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Miles Davis Box Set Reissues - The Complete Plugged Nickel Live 1965
29th Jan 2026
Celebrating the jazz legend's centenary, Legacy Recordings finally releases their reissue of the iconic 1965 performances at Chicago's Plugged Nickel Café.
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Ralph Towner (1940-2026)
28th Jan 2026
The pioneering American guitarist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist whose distinctive acoustic voice helped redefine modern jazz and world music, has died at 85.
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Julian Lage - Scenes From Above
23rd Jan 2026
Scenes from Above demonstrates Julian Lage’s expansive range as a performer and writer, bringing a new quartet to the table, each with their own unique voice that excels on the bandleaders’ fifth Blue Note release.
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Asaf Harris on I Thought I Was Ready
23rd Jan 2026
The multi-instrumentalist shares how one Paul McCartney concert ignited the spark for his music career, and how his latest album incorporates a blend of musical languages to create his own unique sound.
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New Release Round-Up - 23rd January 2026
23rd Jan 2026
This week brings grooves from Bangs & Talbot in their Acid Jazz release Smokin’ Aces; the blend of folk, songwriting, and jazz in Lucy Mellenfield’s Tell The Water She Will Listen; and the latest Björn Meyer in ECM album,Convergence.
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Craig Taborn – Dream Archives
16th Jan 2026
In ECM’s first release of 2026, the 2025 MacArthur Fellow and pianist delivers his trio debut, and explores the limitless possibilities of avant-garde jazz.
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New Release Round-Up - 16th January 2026
16th Jan 2026
Guitars are the order of the day: the new releases are headlined this week by guitarists Gil Livni and Paul Ricci, and they're accompanied by new quartet albums and vocal compilations.
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Ian Shaw on Stephensong
10th Jan 2026
The illustrious jazz vocalist joins us to discuss all things Stephen Sondheim, and how the composer's genius comes across just as strongly in the jazz club as it does on the stage.
