We’re thrilled to release the highly anticipated debut album from UK jazz veteran Mussinghi Brian Edwards. “This has to be the most personal release on Banger Factory Records for me thus far as Mussinghi, affectionately known as ‘The Songbird’ or ‘Papa B’ is one of my biggest musical mentors and inspirations.” – Mark Kavuma

From his early inspirations in ska to becoming an influential, beloved, and original presence in UK jazz, his existence for many has been deeply felt for over 40 years of music.

Beloved by peers and audiences alike, Mussinghi has performed with a diverse array of influential ensembles, including The Jazz Warriors, Jazz Jamaica, Aswad, Orphy Robinson, Rico Rodriguez, African Connection, Ernest Ranglin, Ruff Cut Band, Misty in Roots, Finlay Quayle, Julian Joseph Big Band, Wayne Batchelor Quartet, Salif Keita and Les Ambassadeurs, Alan Weekes Quintet, Mark Kavuma and The Banger Factory.

This new album, recorded at Theo Erskine’s studio features all original compositions and an incredible line up featuring in demand New York drummer Jason Brown, Mussinghi’s brother Trevor Edwards (trombone), Mark Kavuma (trumpet), Artie Zaitz (Hammond C3 Organ), and Marcina Arnold (vocals).

“I am very honoured and happy to have been given this opportunity to record and release some of my compositions on Banger Factory Records. Big love to all the cats and kittens who have contributed to the recording and production” – Mussinghi