Our Editor

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Matthew Ruddick

Editor
Author of Funny Valentine, an acclaimed new biography of the jazz trumpet player and singer, Chet Baker.
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Beverley Beirne has a lot of fun on her new album.
Friday, 11 August 2017 23:28

Krakow Jazz Ensemble - Out of Control

Fictional band kick up a free jazz storm.
The music here shows very clearly the pair's interactive style and they make difficult music sound easy with a sense of genuine enjoyment.
 A very interesting and intriguing CD.
Saturday, 13 May 2017 18:49

Tali Atzmon - Talinka

An album to put on when you are in a good mood in the knowledge your mood will still be good at the end.
Thursday, 13 April 2017 04:39

Sidney Bechet - Club du Vieux Colombier

Sidney Bechet recorded at the Club du Vieux Colombia in Paris something of a mixed bag.
Saturday, 25 March 2017 19:40

Dominic Lash Quartet - Extremophile

Lash combines strong compositions and fine improvisation on his new album.
Gig review, and interview too.
Saturday, 04 February 2017 16:37

Lee Konitz - Frescalalto

Lee Konitz makes his debut on Impulse at the age of 89.
Saturday, 17 December 2016 16:42

Gg - Invisible Ink

Limited edition vinyl release, now available for pre-order.
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Our Contributors

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Rob Mallows

London Jazz Meetup owner and fan of ‘plugged in’ jazz.
 
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Simon Cooney

By day a full time Londoner in tv news. By night jazzaholic
 
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Fernando Rose

I love my jazz and I bless the funk. I play percussion for all and sundry and go by @Mr Cool.
 
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Grae Shennan

Laboratory scientist with a love of evolving music that defies boundaries. 
 
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Hilary Robertson

Jazz-obsessed freelance writer and saxist.
 
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Kim Cypher

Saxophonist, vocalist, composer, band leader and radio show presenter. Follows dreams and loves to celebrate great music and musicians.
 
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Fiona Ross

Fiona is the founder of the award winning organisation Women in Jazz Media. She was the guest editor in chief for the 2020 edition of Jazz Quarterly and writes for many publications across the globe.
 
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Wendy Kirkland

Jazz pianist and singer with wide musical tastes spanning latin through fusion to bebop and swing. Cat fanatic.
 
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Elana Shapiro

From Manchester, currently living in Berlin. Lover of jazz, RnB, and soul inspired music.