In our jazz quest to entertain and inform we like to shed light on some less well-known pianists who we think are worth exploring. Joe Albany is one ...
Wednesday, May 19, 20212-5q-1- S1E1-Steve Rubie
In the first of our new interview stream we talk to Steve Rubie who has run the 606 club for many decades. We asked him about1. The history of the cl...
Thursday, April 15, 20212-5m-1-S1E8-Tuba or not Tuba?
Normal service is resumed after the April fools gag that was Des Luton.In this episode Nick and Simon discuss the use of the tuba in jazz, from its ro...
Thursday, April 1, 20212-5m-1-07-Who was Des Luton?
In this episode Nick and Simon discuss the obscure British pianist Des Luton [1924-1987?]. Known for an incredible left-hand technique, Des has since ...
Monday, March 15, 20212-5m-1-S1E6-Did Charlie Parker Play the Bebop Scale?
In this episode Nick and Simon consider the subject of bebop scales. Did Charlie Parker use them? What are they and what do they sound like?
Monday, March 1, 20212-5-1-S1E5-The Best Jazz Club in the World?
In this episode Nick and Simon discuss the legendary Village Vanguard Jazz Club in New York.
Monday, February 15, 20212-5-1-S1E4- Is Three Minutes Long Enough?
In this episode Nick and Simon discuss how the available recording media at various times have affected jazz.
Monday, February 1, 20212-5m-1-S1E3-Are Block Chords for Blockheads?
Nick and Simon briefly explore the pianistic technique of playing block chords, find out what block chords are, who used them and how they work.
Thursday, January 14, 20212-5m-1- S1E2 - Mel Powell
Nick and Simon discuss the pianist Mel Powell who had an illustrious career in jazz and modern classical music. He played with some of the top jazz p...
Friday, January 1, 20212-5-1 S1Ep1 What the French Horn?
WTFH?What the French Horn?Nick and Simon discuss the use of the French Horn in JazzTake a look at our Facebook page
Wednesday, December 16, 20202-5-1 Two pianists, Five Christmas tunes, One podcast.
In this bonus Christmas edition Nick and Simon discuss five Christmas tunes favoured by jazz musicians.The Christmas SongHave Yourself a Merry Little ...
Monday, June 1, 20202-5-1-S1E5-Sonny Clark Ballad Style & Legacy
In the season finale Nick and Simon discuss Sonny Clark's ballad playing style as sideman and soloist, playing musical excerpts and discussing his pla...
