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Mark Egan: Cross currents
From Gil Evans to the Pat Metheny Group to hundreds of other big names in music, the New England bassist’s career is truly exceptional, and for that reason we were happy to interview him at length while waiting to see him again in Italy
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John Surman: Words Unspoken
"Words Unspoken" is the title of John Surman's new album, which comes six years after his last one. Now it's up to its creator to tell us how and why.
Ethan Iverson: Technically Acceptable
In recent years, the pianist from Wisconsin has skillfully placed himself at the center of cultural debate, and not just in the jazz world. In addition to composing, playing and recording, he has also proven to be an interesting music critic, often with very unconventional ideas
Vijay Iyer: Compassion
The award-winning pianist and composer is back with a new album recorded with his trio. It's a seemingly "normal" work, but one that grows with each listen, revealing itself to be of great substance
Amaro Freitas Y’Y
With his new album, the Brazilian pianist takes a decisive step towards reuniting the roots of black music. An exceptional work that undoubtedly deserves to be the cover of this issue and therefore our cover story
Ilaria Pilar Patassini: a prism of light and color
The multifaceted singer, a character of great intensity, is releasing her sixth album: just as it appears from our interview, which fearlessly touches on subjects that are usually better glossed over
Fabio Zeppetella: Jazz Masters
The new album by the guitarist from Terracina, recorded for Jando with old friends such as Fabrizio Sferra, Ares Tavolazzi and Dado Moroni, pays tribute to some giants of the past in a completely original way
Ron Carter: music comes before anything else
It is always an honour, but also a pleasure, to talk to a true monument like the great double bassist, to whom we return after seven years to dedicate our cover
Tania Giannouli: Solo
The Greek pianist is one of the most significant voices to emerge in recent years. A deeply gifted musician, she spoke with us about her creative journey and artistic vision.
Joshua Redman: Where Are We?
For his Blue Note debut, the popular saxophonist presents a new group that brings together old (Aaron Parks, Brian Blade) and new (Joe Sanders, Gabrielle Cavassa) collaborators to produce a work of sure originality, not least because of the unpredictable inclusion of vocals. Let's listen to him