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A Different Drummer, Pt. 7: Rudy Royston’s Higher Calling
A look at Rudy Royston's resume tells you that the drummer should be more recognized. Royston has racked up credits with Nate Wooley, Jon Irabagon, Tom Harrell, Aruán Ortiz, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Bill Frisell, JD Allen, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Ron Miles...
By Karl Ackermann | Under the RadarMay 18, 2022
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Wines of the Southern Rhone
The Rhone river brings its alpine waters from Switzerland through the southern half of France and dumps out into the Mediterranean by the charming town of Arles. The whole Rhone region is lovely, but if we're talking wine one must distinguish between the north and south.
By Matt Penman | Jazz UncorkedMay 11, 2022
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From George Coleman to Meeco: Ten Overlooked Classics
The only thread running through this installment of Building A Jazz Library is that of unsung quality. No particular artist is spotlighted, nor any particular genre. There are simply ten albums, recorded in the US and Europe between 1953 and 2021, which show jazz off at its finest...
By Chris May | Building a Jazz LibraryMay 10, 2022
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Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2022
A prosperous Eighteenth Century spa town in the Cotswolds, chic Cheltenham is famed for its annual festivals, which now cover everything from horse racing to science. Taking place over six days leading up to the early May bank holiday weekend...
By Peter Jones | Live ReviewMay 9, 2022
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Ilaria Capalbo: In Fearless Pursuit Of Her Muse
After years playing in different bands and drawing widespread praise for her lyricism and rhythmic agility, double bassist Ilaria Capalbo has stepped up to front her own project. The Neapolitan's debut album, Karthago, is a remarkable statement of intent. Inspired by the ancient Mediterranean city of...
By Ian Patterson | InterviewMay 5, 2022
