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Book Review; Playing The Band-The Musical Life of Jon Hiseman by Martyn Hanson

If you're a fan of any phase of Hiseman's career this book has much to offer and for its comprehensiveness alone is highly recommended.

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Book Review; The Penguin Jazz Guide by Brian Morton & Richard Cook

The latest edition of the celebrated Jazz Guide sees a significant change in format.

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London Jazz Festival 2010

Ian Mann reports on events at the 2010 London Jazz Festival.

Rune Grammofon celebrate their 100th release with a special compilation album.

Tim Owen looks at the Norwegian independent's special compilation "Twenty Centuries Of Stony Sleep". He also examines the latest release by the label's flagship group, Supersilent.

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The enduring legacy of the Incredible String Band

Tim Owen looks at three recently re-issued classics from cult favourites Incredible String Band and examines their long term musical legacy.

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Luxembourg Comes To London

Jazz musicians from Luxembourg will be playing a series of concerts in London during the autumn of 2010. Ian Mann takes a look at the bands involved and listens to their latest albums.

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Jazz Mann News

Kings Place, London - Programme for April 2026.

Friday, February 13, 2026

Kings Place has announced its programme for April 2026 including some performances that are likely to be of interest to jazz listeners. Press release attached.

Mark Wade - new album and UK live dates, March 2026.

Friday, February 13, 2026

American bassist, composer & educator Mark Wade will release his new trio album "New Stages" on 27th March 2026 and will play a short series of UK live dates during March. Press release attached.

Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival 2026 -  second wave of artists announced.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival has announced the 2nd round of acts for this year's event. Artists include Jordan Rakei, Soul II Soul, Cymande, Don West, Sampa The Great, Craig Charles, Goldie.

Jazz Gigs & Events

Exhibition ; The Jazz Photography of William Ellis at The Capstone Theatre Foyer, Liverpool.

Tuesday, February 03, 2026 - Wednesday, April 15, 2026

MILES at Southwark Playhouse, Borough, London.

Wednesday, February 04, 2026 - Saturday, March 07, 2026

Kings Place Jazz Orchestra and Claire Martin OBE, ‘Love in Full Swing’  at Hall One, Kings Place, London.

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Georgia Furlong & Dave Cottle Trio ’ Valentines Special’ at Langland’s Brasserie, Swansea.

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Josh Lamdin and Louis Alberry at Weirdshire, The Jam Factory, Hereford.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026