ARTIST PROFILE
Nathaniel Smith Quartet
Quartet led by New York based drummer and composer Nathaniel Smith. Also featuring saxophinist Jon Irabagon, guitarist Jostein Gulbrandsen and bassist Mark Anderson. Eponymous debut album released on the Fresh Sound New Talent imprint in 2010.
ARTIST REVIEWS
Nathaniel Smith Quartet
"There's a quiet confidence about this record plus a high degree of musical sophistication.This album isn't one that shouts its presence but it speaks with intelligence and eloquence. "
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.
