Word on new releases from Rachael & Vilray, Greg Foat, Joe Herbert and what is Eurojazz?

This week's episode reflects on a glimpse of this year's Sligo Jazz Festival plus word on a tremendous live return from Iain Ballamy and his Anglo Hungarian quartet.

We were blown away by a new album from Matt Benson this week.

Increased traffic here on marlbank - do vote in the Parliamentary Jazz Awards plus Dino Saluzzi and Paul Dunlea in this week's top recommendations.

Highlights on marlbank recently. Includes a focus on guest bloggers bassist Dave Redmond and saxophonist Tom Barford this week.

Vocals highlight of the week - discover Sinne Eeg and Jacob Christoffersen’s live in Japan album, Shikiori.

Joshua Redman continues that prodigious strength

This week's marlbank podcast focuses on some strong new jazz releases and a for the ages song beyond genre.

Thoughts on Jarrett, Basie, Van Morrison, Spotify and more

A 10 minute look back at a strong week of releases plus ideas on top Eurojazz this year.