2025

28 Jul

Album Reviews

Daniel Rorke

124

4 min read

Album Review: Organ Freeman - Busywork

Charlie Moon: Guitar & VoiceDarragh Hennessy: OrganDominic Mullan: DrumsMichael Buckley: Tenor Saxophone A residency is a great thing for a jazz ensemble. In fact, I would go so far as to say tha... read more..

Tales from the far Side 24.07.25 Another magic ride on the Jazz Train

28 Jul

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

59

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Tales from the far Side 24.07.25 Another magic ride on the Jazz Train

On this edition I’d like to invite you for another colourful and exciting ride on the Jazz Train into the magic wonderland of Jazz. So please hop on board for some great music by Julian Cannonball Add... read more..

25 Jul

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

113

2 min read

Episode 07 – Keith Copeland Trio 1996-2004 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

This episode pays tribute to legendary American drummer Keith Copeland (1946–2015), whose collaboration with Tommy Halferty and Ronan Guilfoyle marked one of the most memorable chapters in Irish jazz.... read more..

Applications open for a residency opportunity for musicians who are autistic/people with autism from Music Network and Ionad Cultúrtha in Baile Mhúirne, Cork

24 Jul

Jazz News

Red Keane

161

4 min read

Applications open for a residency opportunity for musicians who are autistic/people with autism from Music Network and Ionad Cultúrtha in Baile Mhúirne, Cork

Music Network and Ionad Cultúrtha wish to provide a significant development opportunity specifically for a professional musician who is autistic/a person with autism and who has a strong track record ... read more..

Tales from the far Side 17.07.25 Sligo Jazz 2025 is on its way

21 Jul

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

145

<1min

Tales from the far Side 17.07.25 Sligo Jazz 2025 is on its way

Another glimpse at the 2025 Sligo Summer School and Jazz Festival, a beacon and Summer Highlight of Jazz in Ireland, check out www.sligojazz.ie, some of its artists featured on this week's show with m... read more..

Episode 06 – Khanda + KCP – Five Cities 2001-2003

11 Jul

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

96

<1min

Episode 06 – Khanda + KCP – Five Cities 2001-2003 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

This episode explores Khanda, an ambitious intercultural project led by bassist/composer Ronan Guilfoyle. It brought Tommy Halferty and leading Irish musicians together with India’s Karnataka College ... read more..

Episode 05 – Halferty / Lavergne Trio 1985 and Ogham

27 Jun

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

238

<1min

Episode 05 – Halferty / Lavergne Trio 1985 and Ogham – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

This episode explores the origins of one of Tommy Halferty’s most enduring collaborations—the Halferty/Lavergne Trio. Tommy recalls the serendipitous meeting with Jean-Philippe and Christophe Lavergne... read more..

23 Jun

The Hot Box

Donald Helme

381

2 min read

The Hot Box #141 – A Gershwin Celebration

In this slightly different edition of The Hot Box, Donald Helme takes a detour through the timeless melodies of one of jazz's most enduring composers: George Gershwin. Inspired by the brand new releas... read more..

Tales from the far Side 19.06.25 First glimpse at Sligo Jazz 2025

23 Jun

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

249

<1min

Tales from the far Side 19.06.25 First glimpse at Sligo Jazz 2025

On this edition I have a first glimpse at this year's Sligo Summer School and Jazz Festival celebrating its 20th Anniversary with another line-up second to none, music by Rufus Reid, Melissa Aldana, F... read more..

Sligo Jazz Festival 2025: Celebrating 20 Years of Jazz, Community & Creativity

19 Jun

Jazz News

Red Keane

552

7 min read

Sligo Jazz Festival 2025: Celebrating 20 Years of Jazz, Community & Creativity

Jazz is the teacher. That’s the message running through this year’s Sligo Jazz Festival, which returns from 22–27 July 2025, marking its 20th anniversary with a week-long celebration of boundary-break... read more..

Tales from the far Side 12.0.625 Vibraphone Magic-Icons and Innovators

16 Jun

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

249

<1min

Tales from the far Side 12.0.625 Vibraphone Magic-Icons and Innovators

On this addition I explore the magic sound of the Vibraphone in Jazz with music from some of the Icons and some of the modern voices on this instrument, with music by Gary Burton, Bobby Hutcherson, St... read more..

Episode 04 – Lee Konitz, Halferty - 1984 + Playing in Portugal

13 Jun

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

227

<1min

Episode 04 – Lee Konitz, Halferty - 1984 + Playing in Portugal – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

In 1984, Tommy Halferty was invited to perform with renowned American saxophonist Lee Konitz during his visit to Ireland. Their collaboration, though rooted in contrasting styles, proved transformativ... read more..

Louis Stewart’s I Thought About You: A Landmark Recording Reborn

12 Jun

Jazz News

Red Keane

690

4 min read

Louis Stewart’s I Thought About You: A Landmark Recording Reborn

Release Date: May 29, 2025 Livia Records | Remixed, Remastered, and Extended Edition with 16-page Booklet and Photos “In my book he's one of the world's great jazz guitarists.” – Ronnie Scott Lo... read more..

Tales from the far Side 05.06.25 Let some Jazz into your heart-The Song is you

09 Jun

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

303

<1min

Tales from the far Side 05.06.25 Let some Jazz into your heart-The Song is you

On this edition I explore some magic Jazz standard about the power and spirit of a song, from "I feel a Song coming on" to "letting it into your heart", the soundtrack delivered by Emmet Cohen, Housto... read more..

Tales from the far Side 29.05.25 Jazz Trumpet innovators and elders

02 Jun

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

536

<1min

Tales from the far Side 29.05.25 Jazz Trumpet innovators and elders

On this week's edition I feature some of the movers and shakers of modern progressive Jazz trumpet with music by Woody Shaw, Eddie Henderson, Jon Faddis, Bill Dixon, Lester Bowie and Dave Douglas ... read more..

28 May

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

614

<1min

Episode 03 – Jazz on The Terrace Featuring George Mraz 1984 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

Episode 03 dives into a concert organised by Allen Smith, the creator of Jazz on the Terrace, known for bringing high-calibre names to perform in Ireland such as George Coleman, Tommy Flanagan, and mo... read more..

Tales from the far Side 22.05.25 Jazz Straight ahead into you heart

26 May

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

403

<1min

Tales from the far Side 22.05.25 Jazz Straight ahead into you heart

On this edition you can hear a selection of "straight ahead and straight up and down Jazz", Jazz straight for your ears, heart and mind. So get up and groove along to the music of Hank Mobley, the QO... read more..

Orlando Molina Announces Debut Album Autorretrato en Tres Colores

19 May

Jazz News

Red Keane

1139

3 min read

Orlando Molina Announces Debut Album Autorretrato en Tres Colores – A Sonic Memoir of Migration, Resilience, and Triumph Release Date: May 23, 2025

Composer and guitarist Orlando Molina steps into the spotlight with the release of his debut album Autorretrato en Tres Colores (Self-Portrait in Three Colours) on May 23, 2025 — a sweeping, seven-tra... read more..

Tales from the far Side 15.05.25 Moods of Mambo in Jazz

19 May

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

467

<1min

Tales from the far Side 15.05.25 Moods of Mambo in Jazz

On this edition I celebrate and explore the magic on Mambo Rhythms within Jazz from its early steps into our modern time, the soundtrack created by the Mingus Big Band, Perez Prado, Tito Puente, Count... read more..

14 May

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

528

<1min

Episode 02 – Halferty, Guilfoyle, Wadham 1979-1984 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

In this episode, Tommy Halferty reflects on the pivotal years of his trio with bassist Ronan Guilfoyle and drummer John Wadham (1936–2003). He delves into Wadham’s profound influence—not just as a ban... read more..

13 May

The Hot Box

Donald Helme

1117

2 min read

The Hot Box #140 – I Thought About You

This edition of The Hot Box features a major re-issue, a remixed and remastered release of Louis Stewart’s quartet album with John Taylor, Sam Jones and Billy Higgins from Livia Records. Originally r... read more..

Tales from the far Side 08.05.25 On a clear Day-you can see forever Jazz for a bright Day

12 May

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

678

<1min

Tales from the far Side 08.05.25 On a clear Day-you can see forever Jazz for a bright Day

On this edition I continue to celebrate the bright days of May and I've selected another selection of great, colourful and varied Jazz with music by Iioro Rantala, Verneri Pohjola, Illinois Jacquet, C... read more..

Tales from the far Side 01.05.25 May Songs-a Jazz Celebration of the month of May

05 May

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

676

<1min

Tales from the far Side 01.05.25 May Songs-a Jazz Celebration of the month of May

On this edition I celebrate the arrival of the month of May, hoping for a bright and sunny one and welcoming it with music by Andy Sheppard, Bill Charlap, Carol Sloane, Michael Buckley's Ebb and Flow,... read more..

30 Apr

In The Groove

Red Keane

714

3 min read

In The Groove: Episode #5 – Kevin Brady

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring you closer to the artists shaping the vibrant Irish jazz scene. A couple of weeks ago, we had the pleasure of ch... read more..

Tales from the far Side 24.04.25 A Celebration and Exploration of Jazz

28 Apr

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

590

<1min

Tales from the far Side 24.04.25 A Celebration and Exploration of Jazz

On this edition I take you on a stroll into some magnificent trumpet playing rooted and based in Northern Europe, creating a soundtrack of a special kind with music by Hildegunn Oeiseth, Anders Be read more..

23 Apr

In The Groove

Red Keane

861

<1min

In The Groove: Episode #4 – Izumi Kimura

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring you closer to the artists shaping the vibrant Irish jazz scene. A few weeks ago, we had the opportunity to sit d... read more..

Album Review: Tom Caraher - Ninety Degrees

22 Apr

Album Reviews

Daniel Rorke

1801

3 min read

Album Review: Tom Caraher - Ninety Degrees

Tom Caraher - Tenor Saxophone Paul Dunlea - Trombone Darragh O'Kelly - Fender Rhodes Barry Donohue - Electric Bass Shane O'Donovan - Drums Saxophonist Tom Caraher should be counted with note amon... read more..

Tales from the far Side 17.04.25 Bebop Piano Pioneers

21 Apr

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

513

<1min

Tales from the far Side 17.04.25 Bebop Piano Pioneers

On this edition I explore the music of some of the biggest movers and shakers of Bebop Piano and I dig out music by Art Tatum, Bud Powell, Hampton Hawes, Sonny Clark, Barry Harris, Hank Jones, Tom read more..

17 Apr

The Hot Box

Donald Helme

1041

2 min read

The Hot Box #139 - New Material

This edition has both a tilt towards new material and a tilt towards jazz guitar, with material from the French guitarist Romain Pilon’s new album Open Roads, and from the archive, tracks from Tommy H... read more..

Tales from the far Side 10.04.25 Preview Bray Jazz Festival 2025

14 Apr

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

773

<1min

Tales from the far Side 10.04.25 Preview Bray Jazz Festival 2025

On this edition I have a closer look at some of the appearing artists of the 2025 Bray Jazz Festival, which is going from strength to strength. And this year you can see Vijay Iyer, Nduzu Makhathi read more..