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Author of Funny Valentine, an acclaimed new biography of the jazz trumpet player and singer, Chet Baker.
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An essential exploration of the work of the King of The Savoy, drummer and bandleader Chick Webb.

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A ground breaking collection of interviews and articles with over two dozen inspirational black jazz journalists.

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Friday, 13 January 2023 17:22

Tomasz Stanko: Desperado, An Autobiography

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A fascinating exploration into the mind of Tomasz Stanko.

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A book that should be on the curriculum of every school across the world.

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Personal insights into the life of Danish free jazz saxophonist John Tchicai.

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The inspirational story of Barbara Thompson, in her own words.

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Saturday, 22 September 2018 15:37

This Is Hip, The Life of Mark Murphy - Peter Jones

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Engaging biography of innovative US jazz singer, Mark Murphy.

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Friday, 25 August 2017 16:01

All That's Jazz - Sammy Stein

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Kind Of Jazz contributor, Sammy Stein, explores the passion that goes into jazz music.

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