The Blue Notes' fiery kwela-flavoured jazz lit up the British scene. But its upbeat vibe commingled with sadness about separation from family, friends and roots back in South Africa. Becoming refugees ...
The trombonist’s collection features bebop music recorded across sessions between 1953 and 1955.
When the world around him is buzzing with the chaos of guest list requests, soundchecks, and learning an umpteen number of songs old and new, revered pianist Robert Glasper knows he can always find ...
This label’s 86-year run has been one of the most storied in jazz — and it’s still going. Hear tracks by Wayne Shorter, Sonny Rollins, Robert Glasper and more from the Blue Note catalog.