Episodes
In part one of a two-part special, we hear all about the life and career of Duncan Lamont, from two people who knew him so well; his Son, Duncan Lamont Jnr, and singer, Esther Bennett.
Published 08/26/19
In Episode 16, we hear all about the First Lady of UK Jazz, Claire Martin OBE. Claire talks us through the beginnings of her 30 year career in music and shares some of her hopes and plans for the future. We also hear some fabulous music from her new album, Believin' It.
Published 08/12/19
In 2019, Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club turns 60. We speak to Nick Lewis (Head of Music & Promotions) and James Pearson (House Pianist & Musical Director) about the club past, present and future and find out how they will all be celebrating that incredible milestone.
Published 07/29/19
We take a look at the life and career of drummer, percussionist and record label owner, Trevor Taylor. An exponent of free music and modern jazz, Trevor is a firm believer in the artistic qualities of jazz and music in general.
Published 07/15/19
John Dale talks all about the National Jazz Archive, situated just outside London, UK. We hear where it all started, what it has to offer and some of the exciting things in the pipeline for the future.
Published 07/01/19
In this episode, we explore the incredible career of Ray Gelato. The seasoned vocalist and tenor saxophonist is credited with being one of the major players in the mainstream revival of swing music and has been headlining the jazz scene for the last three decades.
Published 06/17/19
Hear the story of vocalist and tenor saxophonist, Camille Thurman, with music from her album, “Waiting For The Sunrise”.
Published 06/03/19
In Episode 10, we hear all about award winning vocalist and lyricist Georgia Mancio and her forthcoming album with Kate Williams, 'Finding Home'.
Published 05/20/19
We find out more about the lady behind the Jazzigator Twitter feed and the co-owner of Jazz Bites Radio.
Published 05/06/19
Hear the story of the Kansas Smitty’s House Band from the front-man himself, Giacomo Smith.
Published 04/22/19
With a career spanning more than 30 years, Snowboy has established himself as one of the premier percussionists, both in the worlds of Jazz and Pop. We take a look how a boy from Essex went on to be one of the biggest names in Latin Jazz.
Published 04/08/19
We tell the story of Jazz journalist, author and critic, Sammy Stein, on what brought her to Jazz, the people who have been an inspiration to her and her forthcoming book, "Women In Jazz".
Published 03/25/19
Hot off the back of the launch of his new album, 'An UnRuly Manifesto', James Brandon Lewis talks about his inspirations growing up, his music and what he hopes people take away from his work.
Published 03/11/19
In this episode, we talk to Digby Fairweather about his new venture, The Jazz Centre UK.
Published 02/25/19
We take a look at the career of Jazz Clarinettist, Adrian Cox, and hear all about ‘Profoundly Blue’, his celebration of the work of Edmond Hall.
Published 02/11/19
Mark Wade is a superb Bass player from New York. Leader of the Mark Wade Trio, he has twice been placed in the Downbeat Magazine's Readers Poll and has a 2018 album, Moving Day.
Published 01/28/19
In this episode, we look at Pixie & The Gypsies. From their early beginnings to their chart-topping, debut album "Honey Trap", we hear it all from the band themselves.
Published 01/18/19