Holly Cole – Dark Moon

Holly Cole – Dark Moon

Canadian singer Holly Cole hast just released her 13th album, called “Dark Moon”. And she continues her unique streak of mysterious and oblique soundscapes with her signature raspy voice. Holly works with her longtime collaborators Aaron Davis (piano, Rhodes), George Koller (bass), and Davidé DiRenzo (drums) plus guests Kevin Breit (guitar), Michael Davidson (vibes), Howard…

Kevin & Jorge in Cologne

Kevin & Jorge in Cologne

We’re slowly but surely getting back to normal after a bout of flu-like symptoms knocked us out this past weekend. Unfortunately, our visit to Cologne’s Stadtgarten had to be cancelled. Pianist Kevin Hays and vibraphonist Jorge Rossy made a stop there to present material from their five-paw reviewed album “The Wait”. Thanks to our friend…

8th Transition Festival in Utrecht

8th Transition Festival in Utrecht

This year’s Transition Festival, the festival showcasing the latest developments in the international jazz scene, bringing forward-thinking and inspirational artists to the stage, will take place again at TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht on March 15th. The line-up for the 8th edition has just been announced and we are looking forward to reporting on this exciting event…

World Music Showcase Open for Applications

World Music Showcase Open for Applications

The World Music Showcase, the international showcase for emerging artists in world music, has called for applications until February 16th. The International World Music Showcase will take place in Sofia, Bulgaria, on July 3rd and 4th. Each accepted application will be evaluated by a 5-member international jury. 12 participants will be selected to participate in the showcase…