ARTIST PROFILE
Aquarium
London based quartet led by the young pianist and composer Sam Leak. Also featuring James Allsopp (reeds), Calum Gourlay (double bass) and Josh Blackmore (drums). Eponymous debut album released on Babel Records in July 2011.
ARTIST REVIEWS
Aquarium
"A highly mature début with the focus very much on the writing. This album shows considerable promise."
3-5 out of 5
JAZZ MANN FEATURES
In praise of the jam session: reflections on Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2012
Guest contributor Mark McKergow, host of the legendary Cheltenham Jazz Festival jam sessions at the Hotel du Vin, writes on the importance of the culture of the jam session.
London Jazz Festival 2011
Ian Mann enjoys five days of fantastic music at the 2011 London Jazz Festival.
