Few drummers on today’s UK jazz scene combine warmth, detail and drive quite like Sam Jesson. Originally from rural Leicestershire, he grew up playing in church bands and school groups before studying jazz at Birmingham Conservatoire. That grounding gave him both the technical fluency and open-eared curiosity that now define his work. As leader of […]
Will Sach is a dynamic bassist whose presence in the UK jazz scene has become increasingly prominent. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music with first-class honours (2019), he studied under master bassist Dave Holland and laid a strong foundation for his career. Originally from the New York City area, Sach grew up immersed […]
Born in Neath, South Wales, Joe Webb first immersed himself in jazz at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff before relocating to London in 2013 to pursue his professional path. He quickly found his voice in the UK jazz scene, setting himself apart with a style that balances deep respect for […]
David Mrakpor is one half of the powerful Jazztronica duo Blue Lab Beats. He plays Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboards, Vibraphone and Trumpet. He has also graced the stage playing session for Reuben James, Illa J, Sophie Faith, Jerome Thomas, Fireball sessions, The Banger Factory, Brown Penny, Unit 31. His new music is all played/arranged and […]
Multi award-winning saxophonist and composer Nubya Garcia is back with her much anticipated debut album, SOURCE. Her first release on Concord Records, under the iconic Concord Jazz imprint, has been received with wide critical acclaim. Following her album release, the London-based UK jazz player debuted on Tiny Desk (Home) Concert for NPR, coming off the heels of a New York Times profile, a Pitchfork ‘Best New Music’ honor […]
Reuben James’ musical skill is so innate that you can almost see it running through his veins. The virtuoso pianist, singer, songwriter, and record label owner has written for some of the biggest artists in the game, yet he always keeps his process organic and collaborative. Releasing his music on his own record label is […]