The term ‘Cool Jazz’ may have been primarily introduced by journalists and record labels in 1950s America, but there’s no doubting that some of the greatest jazz musicians in history can be associated with this style. Often using detailed written arrangements and even some elements from classical music, the Cool school of jazz would go …
For this article, we’ve rounded up more than 30 of the most famous jazz drummers of all time for you to discover, along with some recommended albums and videos to check out. From the early pioneers such as Max Roach and Art Blakey, through to modern jazz drum greats like Jeff “Tain” Watts and Brian …
Widely seen as synonymous with groups like Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers, Horace Silver & Hank Mobley, Hard Bop rose to prominence in 1950’s America and is a style of jazz which took elements of its predecessor – bebop – and added influences such as blues, soul and gospel music. New York Herald Tribune …
Kalaha + Hilal Kaya with Aarhus Jazz Orchestra ‘Deva’ (April Records) Vocalist Hilal Kaya tells (sings) a story about long gone love and the sadness it brings. Supported by the sound of Kalaha and the big band Aarhus Jazz Orchestra which plays up to the tragedy. ’Deva’ is the second single from Kalaha’s upcoming album …