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Matthew Ruddick

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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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A fascinating study showing how jazz and death have intertwined over the years.

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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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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.