Watford Jazz Junction
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -This was a weekly jazz chat exploring the personal stories and creative junctions of fabulous and funny musical guests. We produced 54 episodes from 2020-2022 that remain available. We continue to produce the Watford Jazz Junction festival that runs across the penultimate weekend of May each year.
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Chatting with fabulous Alice Zawadzki - composer, singer and violinist
March 20, 2022 20:00 - 40 minutes - 53.9 MBThis week we're talking with creative musical supremo Alice Zawadzki - an astonishing singer, violinist and composer. We explore her journey into music via the influences of New Orleans and music colleges, her approach to creativity and reflections on the natural world, and her unbridled and broad appetite for music in all its forms and types. Obviously, there's an extra special quiz, additions to the fantasy house band, and some cracking musical recommendations. Alice's album recommendat...
Chatting with Mark Armstrong - trumpeter & artistic director of NYJO
February 06, 2022 20:00 - 44 minutes - 31 MBThis week we're talking with Mark Armstrong - trumpeter, composer, arranger and artistic director of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra. We discover all sorts from tales, from dusty old trumpet shops in to dodgy student band names, from fabulous young NYJO musicians to awesome players in the world's greatest bands - it's a musical big band treat! Mark's album recommendations included: Cookin' and Relaxin' (double disc) by Miles Davis (1958) on Prestige Coming About by Maria Schneider (1...
Chatting with pianist, composer & collaborator Alex Webb
January 30, 2022 20:00 - 37 minutes - 27.1 MBThis week we're joined by the super talented and very interesting Alex Webb - pianist, composer, arranger and serial collaborator. We chat about his fabulous new album British Standard Time featuring Jo Harrop, Carroll Thompson, Luca Manning and Tony Momrelle, reflect on the jazz scene in the UK in some depth and explore all the motivations behind continuing to write and create. It's a beaut! Alex's album recommendations, include: Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonder (1976) released...
Chatting with Jess Gillam - saxophonist, presenter and all round musical star
January 23, 2022 20:00 - 29 minutes - 41.6 MBThis week we're in conversation with Jess Gillam MBE, presenter of the This Classical Life Podcast as well as being a hugely talented saxophonist and awesome performer. We chat about all sorts including her musical pathways into professional life, her influences, and her reflections on the importance of music for mental wellbeing. Oh, and we discuss the critical issues of Marmite or marmalade, greatest Abba songs, and cope with the jaw dropping revelation of which instrument Jess would dro...
Chatting with harp & bass duo Tara Minton & Ed Babar about their new fabulous album
January 16, 2022 20:00 - 33 minutes - 47.6 MBThis week we're joined by Tara Minton and Ed Babar to find out more about their new album, 'Two for the Road'. We chat about all sorts including Tara's musical journey from Australia to the UK, the influence of early education on Ed, and learn why Lithuania and The Netherlands are go to jazz countries! Their album recommendations include: Blue by Joni Mitchell (1971) released on Reprise The Clown by Charles Mingus (1957) released on Atlantic Music for Large & Small Ensembles by Kenny Wh...
Chatting with Dave O'Higgins about playing sax, finding his niche and recording jazz
January 09, 2022 20:00 - 33 minutes - 48.1 MBWe launch 2022 and Series 9 of the WJJ Podcast in conversation with UK saxophonist Dave O'Higgins. We talk about his journey into music, the influences on route, and the people he's played with and those he continues to create with, having come through the jazz scene of the 1980s playing alongside Mark Nightingale and Gerard Presencer to forming new partnerships today with Rob Luft and leading his own Quartet. Dave's album recommendations include: Go! by Dexter Gordon (1962) released on B...
Chatting with Ayanna Witter-Johnson - cellist, singer & composer
December 26, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes - 45.2 MBWe round off 2021 with a hugely enjoyable conversation with celebrated cellist, singer & composer Ayanna Witter-Johnson. We talk about playing on the big stage, balancing musical interests, and all the many influences that have made Ayanna such an original and in-demand musician. Ayanna's album choices include: Africa to America: The Journey of the Drum by Sounds of Blackness (1994) released on Perspective Innervisions by Stevie Wonder (1973) released on Tamla To Pimp A Butterfly by Ken...
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
December 25, 2021 08:52 - 1 minute - 1.97 MBA special reading of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas by Cerys Matthews, exclusively for the Watford Jazz Junction podcast. Hear the whole Holidays Special podcast here: https://rss.com/podcasts/watfordjazzjunction/335358/ Happy Christmas! The reading of ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’ by Ralph Blane & Hugh Martin is licensed from Sony Music Publishing (UK) Ltd, 12 December 2021-12 January 2022. 'Jingle Bells Jazz Christmas' music licensed through AudioJungle.
Chatting with Barney Stevenson, artistic director of the Marsden Jazz Festival
December 19, 2021 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn our penultimate episode of 2021 we chat with Barney Stevenson, who's the artistic director of the Marsden Jazz Festival based in Yorkshire, England. Soon to celebrate 30 years, we chat about how the festival survived lock-down and invented some new online offerings, how their audience has developed over the years, and how they've supported new musicians and promoted new music. Barney's album recommendations include: New Bottle Old Wine by Gil Evans (1958) released on World Pacific Bel...
Holidays Special 2021 with Camilla George, Lotti Newstead, Ben Castle, Jim Newstead & special guests
December 12, 2021 20:00 - 45 minutes - 66.9 MBA festive podcast journey aboard our star-packed Polar Jazz Express as we travel through the snow-capped highlands of Watford to a little place called ‘Jazzmas’. We’re joined by jazzman & sax player to the stars Ben Castle, Tomorrow’s Warrior & all-round sparkling jazz legend Camilla George, super classy classical soprano Lotti Newstead, & shimmering YouTube prog rocker Jim Newstead. We programme the Cab Cabaret Fantasy Stage as presented by the fabulous Ray Gelato, deliver much punning & ...
Chatting with vibes player Anthony Kerr about live performance, wellbeing and all things jazz
December 05, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBIn this week's bumper episode we take the time out to talk with Anthony Kerr, professor of jazz vibraphone at the Royal College of Music, and a long time vibist on the world jazz scene. We explore the importance of mental and physical well-being for musicians, the conditions for a perfect jazz gig, the Belfast, Dublin, New York and London jazz scenes, and take in a full 101 on the evolution of the vibes. It's super interesting! Anthony's album recommendations include: Transition by John C...
Chatting with Ohio-based jazz producers Unc D about remixes, Spotify & the London jazz scene
November 28, 2021 20:00 - 33 minutes - 46.9 MBUnc D (musicians Dante Basista & Danny Svenson) are an Ohio-based remix and production team who've seen a huge growth of interest across the last 18 months in their jazz-heavy tracks, influenced by the London scene. We chat about how UK jazz releases of the last 5 years (especially the work of Kamaal Williams and Brownswood Recordings) are so important to their music, garage-sized jazz production, and how their work has been gathering popularity, particularly on Spotify. There's some tinke...
Chatting with Jagadeesh Ramanujam Mudambi & Madhuri Jagadeesh from Indian fusion band MoonArra
November 21, 2021 20:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBIn our first crossing to India, we have a fabulous conversation with the talented and entertaining musicians behind the Indian world/jazz fusion band, MoonArra. Jagadeesh (guitar) and Madhuri (singer & songwriter) share their outlook of the Bangalore (Bengaluru) music scene, talk about the evolution of the band, and playing festivals the world over. We talk about the power and importance of collaborations, International Jazz Day and critically make a double-addition to our fantasy house-ba...
Chatting with tenor player & singer Ray Gelato about all things entertainment & jazz
November 14, 2021 20:00 - 29 minutes - 42.9 MBAs you'd expect in the company of Ray Gelato, this is an extremely entertaining episode to conclude the current series. We chat about rhythm & blues, finding your chops in the company of great recordings from the past, and understanding what it is to perform and entertain whilst still being yourself. We talk about lots of the great tenor players from history, what it takes to be a Giant in Ray's band, and get a full account of what a truly great night out in Soho looks like! Ray's album c...
Chatting with MOBO-winning jazz musician and composer Zoe Rahman about jazz education, Jamie Cullum, mentoring and the EFG London Jazz Festival
November 07, 2021 20:00 - 33 minutes - 43.9 MBWe're still celebrating our first year anniversary as part of this fabulously entertaining and giggly conversation with pianist Zoe Rahman. We talk about all her educational stepping stones, influences and people that played a part in crafting her sound from Julian Joseph to Joanne Brackeen. We also talk about her latest award-winning composition working with her local primary school that led to Jamie Cullum donating a grand piano, and with the school set to become the latest jazz venue as...
Chatting with pianist Elliot Galvin in our 1-year anniversary special!
October 31, 2021 20:00 - 43 minutes - 56.4 MBThe WJJ Podcast turns 1-year old this week, and we celebrate in conversation with the hugely talented, funny and thoughtful pianist & composer Elliot Galvin. A long-time member of 2020 Mercury nominated jazz super-group Dinosaur, leader of his own trio and player in many other groups, Elliot talks about his journey into jazz, his relationship with the piano and his approach to composition. It might also be the first (& last!) time we manage to bring Noam Chomsky, Beyonce, David Lynch and H...
Chatting with pianist Greg Foat about the UK jazz scene
October 24, 2021 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this week's episode we talk with pianist Greg Foat about his musical influences, his journey into jazz and his reflections on the current UK jazz scene. We discuss growing up on the Isle of Wight, his extensive record collection and his approach to working with other musicians and creating great collaborations. Plus there's a bonus appearance by our youngest ever guest! Greg's album choices include: Gyroscope by Gordon Beck (1969) released on Morgan Remember of Love by Masuru Imada (...
Chatting with Jo Harrop about singing, the blues, and working with Christian McBride on her new album
October 17, 2021 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBIn this week’s episode we chat with the fabulous singer and songwriter Jo Harrop. We chat about her new album 'The Heart Wants', working with Christian McBride, being feted by Iggy Pop, playing on the London scene, and responding to the joys and pains of life through song-writing. There’s lots of laughs, some deep dives into the healing power of music, an exceptionally complex quiz(o), and some great album recommendations including: Sweet Bitter Love by Aretha Franklin (1967) released on ...
Chatting with pianist and composer Paul Edis about composition, working with others, and his wonderful new album
October 10, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this week’s episode we chat with the very talented pianist, composer and arranger Paul Edis. We chat about his latest album "The Still Point of the Turning World", his creative processes when working within classical and jazz genres, and who he turns to for support as a musician and a creator. There’s of course a very taxing quiz(!), an evolution within our fantasy house band, and some fabulous album recommendations that even made the host’s hairs stand up on his arms, including: Night...
Chatting with singer & composer Irene Serra about her band, her journey and all things jazz
October 03, 2021 19:00 - 32 minutes - 24.6 MBIn this week's episode with chat with Italian-born singer Irene Serra. She shares more about her journey to the UK via Copenhagen and Milan, settling in to jazz life in Hackney, developing her fabulous band ISQ and her creative influences including dance. We discuss her upcoming album, remixing and listening to music and of course there's a quiz, top 3 album choices and a vocal addition to the house band. It's a lovely chat all round! Irene's album recommendations include: Piano and A Mi...
Chatting about spiritualism: contrasting Tool, Sibelius & Brad Mehldau
September 26, 2021 19:00 - 40 minutes - 52.8 MBIn this week's episode, Chris is joined by his lovely siblings Lotti and Jim. Lotti is a concert soprano & music appreciation tutor; Jim is a rock drummer and online music reviewer. We all 3 pick a different album to share and contrast as we reflect on musical spiritualism across the contrasting worlds of classical, rock and jazz music. There's also a very exciting hooter! Our featured albums are: Lateralus by Tool (2001) released on Volcano The 5th Symphony by Jean Sibelius - recommend...
Chatting with singer Esther Bennett about the London jazz scene, Duncan Lamont and women in jazz
September 19, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 24.7 MBThis week the singer and composer Esther Bennett talks with us about her journey through jazz in the UK across the last 30+ years. She shares stories about her musical evolution in Birmingham and then onto the scene in 1980's London. She talks passionately about her musical relationship with the late Duncan Lamont, and some of the hurdles she's faced as a woman in jazz. There are lots of funny and poignant moments, a daft quiz, and some wonderful album recommendations, including: Swingin'...
Chatting with pianist Chris Ingham, about Dudley Moore, Hoagy Carmichael, MOJO and more
September 12, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 27.2 MBThis week's guest in pianist, writer and all round music-man, Chris Ingham. We chat about his writing gigs with MOJO and interviewing Paul Simon, researching the songbooks of Hoagy Carmichael and Gil Evans, and of course, his October 2021 gig in Watford shining a light on the jazz of the brilliant Dudley Moore. We also find time to explore the influence of Prefab Sprout, the genius of Benny Green and the struggles of being 'musically dyslexic'. Chris's album recommendations include: A Ja...
Chatting with singer & composer Rouhangeze about her upcoming album and her influences
September 05, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 27.3 MBChris is joined by Mauritian singer and composer Rouhangeze for a fascinating conversation about her musical path from an Indian Ocean island to Europe. We chat about her creative partnerships with Tomasz Bura and Linley Marthe and her 5-year journey to write, record and produce her new upcoming album 'evasio'. We explore the spiritual dimensions of her music and still find time to consider Chris Potter's piano skills, Moogs and fish curry! Rouhangeze's album recommendations include: I T...
Chatting with pianist and composer Fergus McCreadie about his musical path & the influence of the natural world
August 28, 2021 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.9 MBSeries 6 kicks off chatting with the acclaimed and hugely talented pianist and composer Fergus McCreadie. We chat about the ever-potent influence of the natural world and his musical journeys around creating his 2 highly successful albums. Plus there's a very special Scottish-themed quiz, and a review of our ever challenging fantasy house-band! Album recommendations include: The Vienna Concert by Keith Jarrett (1991) released on ECM 80/81 by Pat Metheny (1980) released on ECM The Gloam...
Chatting with Shri, one of the world's most spiritual and compelling musicians
July 11, 2021 19:00 - 39 minutes - 29.1 MBIn our series 5 finale, we're joined by composer, producer and uncategorisable musician Shri Sriram. We chat about the value placed on music by society. We chat about bridging the music of India and the rest of the world. We chat about drum n bass, "jazz", classical music, jamming, not being able to read Western music, the inspiration of the Himalayas and so much more. He also shares one of the most amazing jazz stories we've ever heard as 19-year old Shri finds himself sitting down with A...
Comparing the worlds of jazz & classical music with soprano Charlotte Newstead
July 04, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, Chris is joined by soprano singer Charlotte Newstead for a ranging discussion around improvisation and performance. Comparing and contrasting the experiences of the classical world and the jazz world they explore the influence of JS Bach and Charlie Parker, tackle the risks of musical freedom & musical exactness, and generally have a good giggle! Find out more about Charlotte at www.charlottenewstead.co.uk Support You can help support the podcast and keep us ad free. Esp...
Chatting with trumpeter, singer & bandleader Georgina Jackson about big bands, leading bands and women in jazz
June 27, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 22.5 MBGeorgina Jackson joins us for a very energised chat about jazz life in Watford and on the high seas! There's chat about flugel horns, making it in a big band, combining trumpeting and singing, leading your own band and ultimately enjoying what you do. There's another tremendous top ten quiz challenge, fantasy house band review (sorry James Morrison - it was her, not me!) and insights into her career and influences. Georgina's Top 3 Album recommendations include: It Might As Well Be Swing...
Chatting with acclaimed jazz singer Luca Manning about the jazz scenes in London & Scotland and being your true self
June 20, 2021 19:00 - 32 minutes - 24.3 MBLuca Manning is this week's special guest. A Glaswegian born singer of growing renown we talk about his journey into jazz via soul, singing with NYJO, developing his style with Fergus McCreadie, playing at Ronnie Scott's and finding his feet on the UK jazz scene. He also fearlessly faces our inaugural Glasgow's Miles Better & Stars of Scottish Jazz Hot Question Frenzy Quiz Special and introduces a writing element to the house band. Luca's album recommendations include: grae by Moses Sumn...
Chatting with the owner of London's 606 Jazz Club Steve Rubie about the London jazz scene, Ronnie Scott, and programming live jazz
June 13, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this very entertaining episode, Chris in joined by Steve Rubie, owner of the 606 Club in London. As a programmer, a promoter, musician and one-time chef, Steve looks back across a 40-year career running Chelsea's most famous club. He talks about mentoring Ronnie Scott gave him in the early days and reflects on loads of wonderful musicians who've played at his club over the years. He also bravely takes on our culinary-jazz quiz, picking dishes to please the palettes of some of the world'...
Chatting with Jasdeep Singh Degun about playing the sitar, Indian classical music and jazz collaborations
June 06, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 29.8 MBChris chats with sitar supremo and composer Jasdeep Singh Degun about all his musical junctions across Indian classical music, classical music, rock and, of course, jazz. Jasdeep talks about the complexities of collaboration, the heritage of the sitar and its place in the Indian classical music canon, the role of philosophy in his musical approach, and explains more about his current compositions. We also undertake our inaugural 'Ravi or Not Hear I Strum' mega quiz challenge. Of course. H...
In conversation with Jasdeep Singh Degun
June 06, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 29.8 MBChris chats with sitar supremo and composer Jasdeep Singh Degun about all his musical junctions across Indian classical music, classical music, rock and, of course, jazz. Jasdeep talks about the complexities of collaboration, the heritage of the sitar and its place in the Indian classical music canon, the role of philosophy in his musical approach, and explains more about his current compositions. We also undertake our inaugural 'Ravi or Not Hear I Strum' mega quiz challenge. Of course. ...
In conversation with Adrian Cox
May 30, 2021 19:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBChris chats with virtuoso jazz clarinetist Adrian Cox about all his many jazz and musical junctions. Adrian talks about his early influences including the Pasadena Roof Orchestra through to his admiration of Edmond Hall. We also undertake our inaugural live clarinet Q&A! Adrian is full of energy and great tales of jazz derring-do, the rights & wrongs of Spotify and why we should all be listening to trumpeter Tom Harold. His album recommendations include: Jazz at Vespers by George Lewis (...
Chatting with one of Europe's leading jazz clarinet players Adrian Cox about life on the road, Bad Manners and jazz in New York
May 30, 2021 19:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBChris chats with virtuoso jazz clarinetist Adrian Cox about all his many jazz and musical junctions. Adrian talks about his early influences including the Pasadena Roof Orchestra through to his admiration of Edmond Hall. We also undertake our inaugural live clarinet Q&A! Adrian is full of energy and great tales of jazz derring-do, the rights & wrongs of Spotify and why we should all be listening to trumpeter Tom Harold. His album recommendations include: Jazz at Vespers by George Lewis (...
Chatting with double bass and electric bass player John Pope about jazz, Newcastle, and free improvisation
May 23, 2021 19:00 - 43 minutes - 34.7 MBChris is joined by free jazz improviser and bass player, John Pope. We chat about John's influences from Ornette Coleman to the natural world, from Rage Against the Machine to The Blues Brothers. We get the inside track on the Newcastle and northern jazz scene and play an astonishing round of our new 'Bass Deluxe Fretted Finger Bamboozling Brain Buster' quiz challenge. John edits our ever fantastic house-band and selects his top 3 albums of all time: Mingus at Antibes by Charles Mingus (1...
In conversation with John Pope
May 23, 2021 19:00 - 43 minutes - 34.7 MBChris is joined by free jazz improviser and bass player, John Pope. We chat about John's influences from Ornette Coleman to the natural world, from Rage Against the Machine to The Blues Brothers. We get the inside track on the Newcastle and northern jazz scene and play an astonishing round of our new 'Bass Deluxe Fretted Finger Bamboozling Brain Buster' quiz challenge. John edits our ever fantastic house-band and selects his top 3 albums of all time: Mingus at Antibes by Charles Mingus (1...
Chatting with YouTube music reviewer and drummer Jim Newstead about bands & their audiences
May 17, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week Chris is joined once again by his brother Jim Newstead. It all gets quite deep(!) as we get embroiled around the edges of chaos theory, lose our way around Talking Heads and think more about the relationship of the composer and the musician with their audience. As always there's plenty of jazz talk and discovery of new musical junctions. Check out Jim Newstead on YouTube. Support You can help support the podcast and keep us ad free. Especially useful if you’d like to support t...
Chatting with Grammy winner Tim Garland about playing saxophone with Chick Corea, his career and his new recording studio
May 10, 2021 02:00 - 44 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this bumper episode we chat with the legendary saxophonist & composer Tim Garland. Grammy-winning and feted for his huge musical range, Tim has been a significant figure in world-wide jazz for many years. We talk about his albums, his 2 decades of working with the late great Chick Corea, what it was like starting off his career playing alongside Ronnie Scott, and what his junctions have been in developing his own sounds and approach to jazz and music. It's a rich and fascinating insigh...
In conversation with Tim Garland
May 10, 2021 02:00 - 44 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this bumper episode we chat with the legendary saxophonist & composer Tim Garland. Grammy-winning and feted for his huge musical range, Tim has been a significant figure in world-wide jazz for many years. We talk about his albums, his 2 decades of working with the late great Chick Corea, what it was like starting off his career playing alongside Ronnie Scott, and what his junctions have been in developing his own sounds and approach to jazz and music. It's a rich and fascinating insigh...
Chatting with tenor saxophonist Denys Baptiste about St Lucia, UK jazz, and learning the bass clarinet
May 03, 2021 06:47 - 35 minutes - 30.2 MBWe continue season 4 with a hugely enjoyable chat in conversation with saxophonist Denys Baptiste. A giant of the London jazz scene, Denys's sound is instantly recognised, along with his fantastic back catalogue of stellar albums. We chat about musical progress and coming out of lockdown, saxes and bass clarinets, and his many junctions and influences. Plus(!), Denys boldly takes on our brand new St Lucia quiz mega challenge! If you don't know the delights of green figs and salt fish liste...
In conversation with Denys Baptiste
May 03, 2021 06:47 - 35 minutes - 30.2 MBWe continue season 4 with a hugely enjoyable chat in conversation with saxophonist Denys Baptiste. A giant of the London jazz scene, Denys's sound is instantly recognised, along with his fantastic back catalogue of stellar albums. We chat about musical progress and coming out of lockdown, saxes and bass clarinets, and his many junctions and influences. Plus(!), Denys boldly takes on our brand new St Lucia quiz mega challenge! If you don't know the delights of green figs and salt fish liste...
In conversation with Anne Frankenstein
April 25, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 26.4 MBWe start season 4 chatting with the very funny, talented and knowledgeable Anne Frankenstein. Anne is a familiar voice on Jazz FM and a very popular live DJ, playing around London, the UK and worldwide. We chat about the pressures and joys of presenting jazz to the world, tackle our exciting new '10 questions in 2 minutes' super feature(!), and as always discuss some fabulous music. Anne's album recommendations include: Piano Solo: Melodies Africaines, Volume 2 by Manu Dibango (1984) on ...
Chatting with Jazz FM presenter Anne Frankenstein about life as a jazz DJ and performing across the world
April 25, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 26.4 MBWe start season 4 chatting with the very funny, talented and knowledgeable Anne Frankenstein. Anne is a familiar voice on Jazz FM and a very popular live DJ, playing around London, the UK and worldwide. We chat about the pressures and joys of presenting jazz to the world, tackle our exciting new '10 questions in 2 minutes' super feature(!), and as always discuss some fabulous music. Anne's album recommendations include: Piano Solo: Melodies Africaines, Volume 2 by Manu Dibango (1984) on ...
In conversation with James Morrison
April 18, 2021 14:42 - 32 minutes - 26.6 MBThe hugely talented and funny James Morrison joins us for our Season 3 finale. A musical polymath and multi instrumentalist, James is well known to many from opening the 2000 Olympic Games, playing in the world's finest venues and hosting Top Gear Australia. This hugely enjoyable conversation ranges from what is was like playing alongside Dizzy Gillespie to being a jazz nut in a fast car. We also ask the really important questions including what is the definite jazz ride and why he has yet...
Chatting with Australian jazz trumpet legend James Morrison about playing with Dizzy Gillespie, The Olympics, Top Gear and much more
April 18, 2021 14:42 - 32 minutes - 26.6 MBThe hugely talented and funny James Morrison joins us for our Season 3 finale. A musical polymath and multi instrumentalist, James is well known to many from opening the 2000 Olympic Games, playing in the world's finest venues and hosting Top Gear Australia. This hugely enjoyable conversation ranges from what is was like playing alongside Dizzy Gillespie to being a jazz nut in a fast car. We also ask the really important questions including what is the definite jazz ride and why he has yet...
In conversation with Daniel Casimir
April 11, 2021 23:10 - 27 minutes - 22.7 MBThis week Chris is joined by the wonderful Daniel Casimir: bassist, composer, producer and all round lovely person. There's a reason every one wants him in their band! We chat about his journey, his latest compositions (watch out for the new album later in 2021) and working with the current cream of the crop across the London jazz scene. He plays a blinder in adding a surprise musician to our ever dreamy house band, and doubles down on Wayne Shorter album recommendations: The Soothsayer ...
Chatting with the UK's most in demand bass player, Daniel Casimir, about composition and the London jazz scene
April 11, 2021 23:10 - 27 minutes - 22.7 MBThis week Chris is joined by the wonderful Daniel Casimir: bassist, composer, producer and all round lovely person. There's a reason every one wants him in their band! We chat about his journey, his latest compositions (watch out for the new album later in 2021) and working with the current cream of the crop across the London jazz scene. He plays a blinder in adding a surprise musician to our ever dreamy house band, and doubles down on Wayne Shorter album recommendations: The Soothsayer b...
Chatting about music genres (classical, rock and jazz) with soprano Charlotte Newstead & rock drummer Jim Newstead
April 01, 2021 23:00 - 32 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this genre-busting mid-season special, Chris is joined by his charming siblings: YouTube reviewer & musician Jim Newstead and classical soprano Charlotte Newstead. They discuss the importance and relevance of musical genres, get to grips with the evolution of Western modern music, and compare and contrast opinions across their own specialist styles of rock, classical and jazz. There's all sorts in this rather enjoyable musical natter! More about Jim More about Charlotte Support You ...
In conversation with Charlotte Newstead and Jim Newstead
April 01, 2021 23:00 - 32 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this genre-busting mid-season special, Chris is joined by his charming siblings: YouTube reviewer & musician Jim Newstead and classical soprano Charlotte Newstead. They discuss the importance and relevance of musical genres, get to grips with the evolution of Western modern music, and compare and contrast opinions across their own specialist styles of rock, classical and jazz. There's all sorts in this rather enjoyable musical natter! More about Jim. More about Charlotte. Presenter: ...
Chatting with guitarist & singer Jelly Cleaver about punk and jazz, song writing & politics
March 28, 2021 23:00 - 29 minutes - 22 MBIn this fantastic episode, singer-songwriter and guitarist Jelly Cleaver talks about jazz and her musical junctions. A rising star on the London-scene, Jelly plays & writes with pared-back precision and beauty. We chat about her route into music, social activism and DIY punk (of course!). Jelly's album choices include: Lady Sings the Blues by Billie Holiday (1956) on Verve Crescent by John Coltrane (1964) released on Impulse! Live at Sin-E by Jeff Buckley (1993) released on Columbia Su...