As part of our deep dive into one of the most important bands in UK jazz history, writer Ian Mann takes a look at 8 iconic British jazz artists recorded by

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12.12.2024

Understanding AABA Song Form - a Jazz Essential - Jazzfuel

The AABA song form is a cornerstone of jazz and popular music. In this guide we'll learn about its structure, history, and use in famous standards...

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03.12.2024

The Loose Tubes Legacy - Jazzfuel

Formed in the 1980s, Loose Tubes were one of the most influential jazz ensembles to come out of the UK. British journalist Ian Mann picks up the story...

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22.11.2024

There's No Business Like Show Business - Jazzfuel

Sonny Rollins' rendition of There's No Business Like Show Business is a lively, virtuosic interpretation of the Irving Berlin classic, showcasing the

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29.10.2024

Insider Guide: 15 Of The Best New York Jazz Clubs in 2024

We polled more than SIXTY musicians on the New York jazz scene to pull together this rundown of the best NYC Jazz clubs and venues for 2024.

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13.10.2024

11 Must-Hear Jazz Covers of Michael Jackson songs - Jazzfuel

As the undisputed "King of Pop," Michael Jackson's songs might seem an unlikely source of inspiration for jazz musicians. Yet, beneath the surface of his

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05.10.2024

10 Iconic Clifford Brown Songs - Jazzfuel

Trumpeter Clifford Brown, affectionately known as "Brownie," was one of the brightest talents in jazz before his life was tragically cut short at just 25.

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03.10.2024

10 Iconic June Christy Songs - Jazzfuel

There is a strong case for elevating June Christy into the very top echelon of iconic jazz singers alongside Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Ella Fitzgerald.

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02.10.2024

The Story of Blossom Dearie in 10 Gorgeous Songs - Jazzfuel

With her light and airy vocals, delicate piano style and famous wit on stage, it's no wonder that Blossom Dearie was a club favourite - not to mention

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29.08.2024

Limited Edition Jazz Prints - Jazzfuel

New York's JazzFest Gallery have shared a super collection of limited edition prints, which are inspired by some of the greatest artists and album covers of

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31.07.2024

What's So Funny, Charlie Parker?! - Jazzfuel

Charlie Parker laughing at Coleman Hawkin's attempt at miming in 1950 is the best video we've seen in a LONG time!

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30.07.2024

Promoters Trust Promoters - Jazzfuel

Just when you think you've found the perfect place for a holiday, you discover that one review which warns about dirty bed-sheets and the mouse which lives in

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12.07.2024

Gig Pitching in the Sunshine - Jazzfuel

If, like most jazz musicians, 'gigging and touring more' is near the top of your wishlist, this article looks at one specific angle of improving your pitching

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29.06.2024

Lead Magnets for Music Teachers: 101 - Jazzfuel

In this short guide, we're going to look at how offering a simple free resource - aka a "lead magnet" - has the ability to turbo-charge your success in finding enthusiastic music students to teach...

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11.06.2024

FAQ: Should You Include Side-Musicians in Your Gig Pitching Emails? - Jazzfuel

Assuming you're reaching out to a promoter who you are not yet connected to, the goal with a pitching email is to help them understand the music and the project as quickly as possible. In

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11.06.2024

First you imitate, then you innovate.. - Jazzfuel

Alongside all the great music, Miles Davis also gave us a fair few quotes, including this one - which is surprisingly useful when it comes to booking gigs... "First you imitate, then you innovate" It

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06.06.2024

Iconic Lost Sessions In Jazz - Jazzfuel

Lost - or simply 'put away and forgotten' - there have been a wealth of jazz albums unearthed in recent years. For many jazz fans, the idea that the best musicians in jazz history are

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08.05.2024

Interview with Jarek Kowal of Jazz Jantar Festival - Jazzfuel

One of the longest-running and famous European jazz festivals, Jazz Jantar in the Polish city of Gdansk is kicking off this week with a line up that includes Nils Petter Molvær, Nu Jazz and David

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19.04.2024

9 Reasons Club & Festival Promoters Ignore Your Emails - Jazzfuel

As I've already mentioned when I wrote about things I wish I'd known before about booking gigs, one of the big realisations is that "no reply" from a promoter does not mean "not interested" or

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29.03.2024

The San Quentin Prison Jazz Band - Jazzfuel

Perhaps one of the most underrated alto saxophonists in jazz history, Frank Morgan was best known not for a specific album or project, but for the years spent in the notorious San Quentin prison, where

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25.03.2024

Brothers in Jazz - It's a Family Affair - Jazzfuel

It's often fascinating to discover how the greatest jazz musicians of all time grew from young, budding students to idols of the style. As if there were ever any doubt, the role their upbringing played

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25.03.2024

Iconic Jazz Posters - A Collectors Guide - Jazzfuel

From 14 year-old budding jazz musician to 30-something father-of-two, one thing has remained consistent: jazz posters on my bedroom wall. These days they tend to be surrounded by a nice frame rather than tape, but

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25.03.2024

Jazz Puns - Countdown To The Best Album Titles - Jazzfuel

I was about to start by writing "I like jazz puns as much as the next person" but that's not true; I like them a lot more! So for no other reason than personal entertainment

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21.03.2024

Meher Baba: The Indian Mystic Who Inspired a Jazz Smash Hit - Jazzfuel

Meher Baba story about the inspiration for the song Don't Worry Be Happy

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21.03.2024

The Pork Pie Hat That Defined 1930s Jazz - Jazzfuel

There aren't many opportunities to compare a 1930s jazz musician with Madonna, David Bowie or Kanye West but, decades before social media and the modern era of 'celebrity', jazz musicians were at the forefront of

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13.03.2024

10 Really Good Jazz Waltz Songs (Ranked) - Jazzfuel

Since the beginnings of jazz, rhythm - and how great musicians play around with it - has been an important part of the music. Whilst most famous jazz songs are in the standard 4/4 time,

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09.03.2024

10 Best Art Pepper Songs of All Time - Jazzfuel

At first glance, the story of Art Pepper, who passed away at the age of 56, might echo the familiar narrative of a 'victim of the jazz life'. Yet, a closer look reveals a tale

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09.03.2024

Ella Fitzgerald Songs - 10 Hits by The Queen of Jazz - Jazzfuel

It takes a special type of musician to take a 19th Century nursery rhyme and turn it into one of the hippest, swinging songs of the era. That's exactly what the legendary jazz singer Ella

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09.03.2024

How To Play Drums (The Ultimate Beginners Guide!) - Jazzfuel

Want to learn how to play drums? Whether you’re staring at your first drum kit or are simply looking for some guidance on how to start, we've enlisted the help of award-winning British drummer &

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27.02.2024

10 Explosive Cannonball Adderley Songs

Cannonball Adderley with brother Nat Adderley playing live

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27.02.2024

Watermelon Man - The Complete Guide To Herbie Hancock's Masterpiece - Jazzfuel

Written by pianist Herbie Hancock, ‘Watermelon Man’ is one of the great ear-worms of jazz. But whilst many know it for its appearance on legendary jazz fusion album Head Hunters in the 1970s, it actually

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17.02.2024

From Miles to MTV - Iconic Herbie Hancock Songs - Jazzfuel

Perhaps best known by jazz fans for his Blue Note albums and work with Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock's albums over the last 60 years defy classification and have seen him win legions of listeners who

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17.02.2024

10 Genius Thelonious Monk Songs - Jazzfuel

Thelonious Sphere Monk is undoubtedly one of the most influential composers in jazz, alongside Duke Ellington and Charles Mingus. Many of his pieces have become jazz standards, but his route to get there was anything

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17.02.2024

The Aeolian Mode - Have You Mastered The Natural Minor Scale? - Jazzfuel

With its sombre and pensive mood, the Aeolian mode - also known as the natural minor or aeolian scale - is not just something your music teacher wants you to learn, but a distinctive minor

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06.02.2024

12 Groundbreaking John Coltrane Songs - Jazzfuel

John Coltrane is one of the most revered and influential jazz saxophone players in history. Known for his both technical virtuosity and deeply spiritual musical journey, he smashed the boundaries of jazz more than once

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06.02.2024

Iconic Chet Baker Songs - The Master Jazz Interpreter - Jazzfuel

Whilst many of the most famous musicians in jazz are known for their compositional offerings to the world, Chet Baker was a little different. As one of the most impressive song interpreters of all time,

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04.02.2024

10 Charlie Parker Songs Which Showcase A Saxophone Genius

Despite passing away in 1955 before reaching his 35th birthday, alto saxophonist Charlie ‘Yardbird’ Parker is largely credited with shaping the sound of jazz as we know it today. Almost as well known for his

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22.01.2024

Louis Armstrong Songs - Jazzfuel

Louis Armstrong playing a song

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Don't play the butter notes, Herbie! - Jazzfuel

The 10 Worst Christmas Songs of All Time! - Jazzfuel

Iconic British Jazz Albums: Loose Tubes on The Loose! - Jazzfuel

Understanding AABA Song Form - a Jazz Essential - Jazzfuel

The Loose Tubes Legacy - Jazzfuel

There's No Business Like Show Business - Jazzfuel

Insider Guide: 15 Of The Best New York Jazz Clubs in 2024

11 Must-Hear Jazz Covers of Michael Jackson songs - Jazzfuel

10 Iconic Clifford Brown Songs - Jazzfuel

10 Iconic June Christy Songs - Jazzfuel

The Story of Blossom Dearie in 10 Gorgeous Songs - Jazzfuel

Limited Edition Jazz Prints - Jazzfuel

What's So Funny, Charlie Parker?! - Jazzfuel

Promoters Trust Promoters - Jazzfuel

Gig Pitching in the Sunshine - Jazzfuel

Lead Magnets for Music Teachers: 101 - Jazzfuel

FAQ: Should You Include Side-Musicians in Your Gig Pitching Emails? - Jazzfuel

First you imitate, then you innovate.. - Jazzfuel

Iconic Lost Sessions In Jazz - Jazzfuel

Interview with Jarek Kowal of Jazz Jantar Festival - Jazzfuel

9 Reasons Club & Festival Promoters Ignore Your Emails - Jazzfuel

The San Quentin Prison Jazz Band - Jazzfuel

Brothers in Jazz - It's a Family Affair - Jazzfuel

Iconic Jazz Posters - A Collectors Guide - Jazzfuel

Jazz Puns - Countdown To The Best Album Titles - Jazzfuel

Meher Baba: The Indian Mystic Who Inspired a Jazz Smash Hit - Jazzfuel

The Pork Pie Hat That Defined 1930s Jazz - Jazzfuel

10 Really Good Jazz Waltz Songs (Ranked) - Jazzfuel

10 Best Art Pepper Songs of All Time - Jazzfuel

Ella Fitzgerald Songs - 10 Hits by The Queen of Jazz - Jazzfuel

How To Play Drums (The Ultimate Beginners Guide!) - Jazzfuel

10 Explosive Cannonball Adderley Songs

Watermelon Man - The Complete Guide To Herbie Hancock's Masterpiece - Jazzfuel

From Miles to MTV - Iconic Herbie Hancock Songs - Jazzfuel

10 Genius Thelonious Monk Songs - Jazzfuel

The Aeolian Mode - Have You Mastered The Natural Minor Scale? - Jazzfuel

12 Groundbreaking John Coltrane Songs - Jazzfuel

Iconic Chet Baker Songs - The Master Jazz Interpreter - Jazzfuel

10 Charlie Parker Songs Which Showcase A Saxophone Genius

Louis Armstrong Songs - Jazzfuel

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