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How well do you know one of the 20th century's finest saxophonists? Test your knowledge with our quiz!
One of the greatest jazz drummers ever, Shelly Manne appeared on countless records and enjoyed a celebrated career as a Hollywood movie musician.
From the 20-year rule to stylistic homage and outright appropriation, nostalgia has always played a part in musical evolution, with even the most forward-thinking music looking to the past for inspiration.
The iconic poster boy for the West Coast cool school, Chet Baker left a profound mark on jazz in his 40-year career, proving you didn’t need to be a Juilliard graduate to...
Being ahead of their time, too offbeat for mass consumption, or through plain old bad luck – some artists became wildly influential without becoming household names.
Everyone from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga has sung from The Great American Songbook – classic songs so familiar they are woven into our cultural fabric.
Revealing his unique vocal style, ‘Chet Baker Sings’ transformed the poster boy of West Coast “cool jazz” into a bona fide pop idol.
During a stellar 50-year career, Coryell became an undisputed great of jazz guitar.
The collection presents his output as a leader for the renowned jazz label Riverside, recorded and released between 1958 and 1959.
This year's event takes place on Friday, 29 November in independent record stores across the US.
From loud, robust voices to delicate and refined ones, vocal gymnasts and smooth balladeers, the 50 best jazz singers ever is a varied and stunning list.
'Almost (Sweet Music)' features on Hozzier's new album, 'Wasteland, Baby!', which was released through Island Records on 1 March.
Belfast legend Van Morrison follows up his triumphant Roll With The Punches with a Versatile new album of jazz standards through Caroline International
How well do you know Chet Baker's music? This quiz will test your knowledge of the influential jazz singer and trumpeter.
How well do you know Chet Baker's music? This quiz will test your knowledge of the influential jazz singer and trumpeter.
