hyper.object – inter.independence (Phonogram Unit, 2022) Jose Lencastre – Common Ground (Phonogram Unit, 2022) By Stuart Broomer Phonogram Unit is a Lisbon musicians’ label that over the past two years has released a series of often brilliant recordings, notable for their thoughtful conception, recording quality and design as well as frequently excellent musical results. The … Read more
Looking for something new to listen to? Get acquainted with these tracks from some lesser-known bands that came out in May thanks to our monthly Underground Roundup! Check out our cumulative playlists below featuring this month’s edition, as well as all the previous months as well. Advertisement. Scroll to continue reading. You can also check … Read more
Médéric Collignon and the Gianni Gebbia Magnetic Trio – Ommagio a Sidney Bechet (Sicilia Jazz Festival 2022. Review by AJ Dehany) Ommagio a Sidney Bechet at Sicilia Jazz. Phone snap by AJ Dehany You won’t forget your first encounter with the mischief and mania of Médéric Collignon – the wildman of the cornet, flugelhorn and … Read more
One of Finland’s greatest metal exports, Espoo’s Children of Bodom created a musical legacy that was built upon an instantly recognisable sound and a relentless touring ethic. Formed under the name Inearthed in 1993 by the then-teenaged Alexi Laiho (lead vocals and lead guitar) and drummer Jaska Raatikainen, Children of Bodom released ten full lengths … Read more
County Durham-born pianist/composer Paul Edis is best known for his work as Musical Director and co-songwriter for Jo Harrop – they are originally from the same town, Chester-Le-Street; Paul Edis is now based in London. 19 July sees the debut of a new sextet. They will give the premiere of a new suite of pieces … Read more
In the latest of LJN’s series where musicians consider idols, or formative influences, Liam Noble writes about composer and multi-reedist Henry Threadgill, winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2016 and an NEA Jazz Master in 2021. Liam writes: Henry Threadgill in London in 2011. Photo credit: Edu Hawkins I have a bit of … Read more
Among the many physical, spiritual, and institutional losses related to the still-ongoing pandemic is that of Los Angeles’ renowned Playboy Jazz Festival (PJF) at the iconic Hollywood Bowl. For four decades, it had a rich history of outstanding, groundbreaking, and sometimes legendary performances, featuring many of the top names and legends of jazz and jazz-related … Read more
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in November 2017. Consequence set out to take a look at what exactly makes a film soundtrack great, something that seemed much easier on paper than in execution. We found plenty of soundtracks that excelled by using subtle songs in the periphery of pivotal scenes, and we also … Read more
Monheim Triennale (Monheim-am-Rhein. 22-26 June 2022. Festival Round-Up by Tony Dudley-Evans) Brass ensemble in Entwurf einer Rheinlandschaft at the Monheim Triennale. Photo © Niclas Weber The Monheim Triennale is a festival in Monheim-am-Rhein, an attractive small town by the Rhine, roughly half-way between Cologne and Düsseldorf. The festival has the support of the town’s go-ahead … Read more
We take a look at how Olamide’s feature has influenced different artists’ break-outs, directly or indirectly, citing the power that a co-sign from the king of the streets holds. Olamide Top 11 Olamide Features in the Nigeria Music Scene The name Olamide is of great significance to the Nigerian music industry. It is a name … Read more