The Jazz Podcast

Rob talks to Rebecca about her career so far, the projects she's involved in and some of the places she's lived. We also chat about other musicians who have crossed our paths and Rebecca's newest project, Altas. We get the very exciting chance to preview some new music from the upcoming album. Despite what Rob may think, this is episode 72.

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Joy joins the show for a chat with Rob. We talk about the piano, improvisation, her influences, her plans for the future as well as her love of the Pittsburgh Steelers. We also check out some of the tracks from her debut album, released November 2017, Life on Land.

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Alice joins the show to talk music, hobbies and the adversity of climbing to the top of the jazz tree. TJP episode 70 is a big showcase for one of London's newest jazz stars.

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Helena joins us to chat about her life and times, her brand new album, and her alternative career choices if it couldn't be the saxophone. TJP episode 69.

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In the second of our series of hopefully helpful guides, Raph Clarkson joins Rob to discuss rent paying tactics and some of the many options for making a career as a freelance musician.

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Pete Churchill tells us about the history of London Vocal Project. He reveals what inspired the ensemble, what keeps it ticking, as well the amazing projects they've worked on in the decade they've been singing.

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Trombonist Raph Clarkson joins the show to discuss ideas on how to release your debut album. We use our own experiences as a guide to see if we can demystify the process. If you've ever wondered how its done, look no further!

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Manchester based saxophonist Andy Scott joins Rob and Dan to preview this years Manchester Jazz Festival. Andy brings some much needed actual knowledge to the show. We also get to hear some amazing music which hasn't been released yet, from both Fabled and Beats and Pieces, you heard it here first (we think..!) The festival runs throughout the city from 20th to 28th July.

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Today we're celebrating the release of The Velvet Rage. Pete joins us to share with us the very personal journey behind the making of the album, as well as his influences behind the music. The Velvet Rage grabs you and takes you to places of profound power and extraordinary beauty.

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