2025

27 Feb

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

111

2 min read

EBB and FLOW

EBB and FLOW is the new and entirely original project from the Dublin saxophonist and his wonderful trio of: Greg Felton (piano), Barry Donohue (bass) and Shane O’Donovan (drums). Its nine titles are ... read more..

25 Feb

Festivals

Red Keane

5677

2 min read

Kildare Jazz Festival

The Kildare Jazz Festival is a vibrant annual celebration of jazz, showcasing an exciting mix of local, national, and international musicians at the Riverbank Arts Centre in Newbridge, County Kildare.... read more..

SPONDANCE: Jim Doherty’s Iconic Octet Album Re-Issued with a Special Concert in Dublin

24 Feb

Jazz News

Red Keane

2766

3 min read

SPONDANCE: Jim Doherty’s Iconic Octet Album Re-Issued with a Special Concert in Dublin

Livia Records proudly announces the re-issue of SPONDANCE, Jim Doherty’s 1986 jazz suite featuring an all-star lineup, including legendary Irish guitarist Louis Stewart. This long-awaited re-release w... read more..

Tales from the far Side 20.02.25 Bass-Guitar Duets in Jazz

24 Feb

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

965

<1min

Tales from the far Side 20.02.25 Bass-Guitar Duets in Jazz

On this edition I feature some of the exciting Jazz Guitar and Stringbass Duets, a selection of classic and modern interplays with music by Joe Pass+Niels Henning Oerstedt-Pedersen, Jim Hall + Ro read more..

18 Feb

The Hot Box

2380

2 min read

The Hot Box #134 - Roy Haynes

The Hot Box 134 is devoted to the memory of the great drummer Roy Haynes. Haynes died, at the age of 99 in November last year, secure in his place as one of the greatest drummers of all time. His care... read more..

Michael Buckley’s Ebb and Flow – A Landmark Contemporary Release from Livia Records

17 Feb

Jazz News

Red Keane

4355

3 min read

Michael Buckley’s Ebb and Flow – A Landmark Contemporary Release from Livia Records

Livia Records proudly presents Ebb and Flow, is proud to announce the release of 'Ebb and Flow,' the latest album from renowned Dublin saxophonist Michael Buckley. This marks the label’s first contemp... read more..

Tales from the far Side 13.02.25 Obituaries 2024

17 Feb

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

967

<1min

Tales from the far Side 13.02.25 Obituaries 2024

On this edition I pay tribute to some of Jazz who sadly left us in 2024, featuring some of the unfortunately too long list, whose music will thankfully live on for generations to com, saying goodb read more..

Open Call for Emerging Artist/Group Performance - Kildare Jazz Festival 2025

12 Feb

Jazz News

Red Keane

2980

2 min read

Open Call for Emerging Artist/Group Performance - Kildare Jazz Festival 2025

Are you an emerging jazz artist or group ready to take the stage? This is your chance to shine at one of Ireland’s most exciting jazz events! Kildare Jazz Festival is inviting fresh, talented voices i... read more..

12 Feb

In The Groove

Red Keane

2810

<1min

In the Groove: Episode #2 – Michael Buckley

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..

12 Feb

In The Groove

Red Keane

3372

2 min read

In The Groove: Episode #1 - Phil Robson

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. Just before Christmas, we had the pleasure of sp... read more..

09 Feb

Uncategorised

Red Keane

2144

<1min

Jazz Shop - Coming Soon

Discover the sounds of Irish jazz! The Jazz Shop will be an ever-growing resource featuring as many Irish jazz albums as we can find. Whether you're looking for classic recordings or the latest releas... read more..

Tales from the far Side 06.02.25 Stormy Weather Jazz

03 Feb

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

1245

<1min

Tales from the far Side 06.02.25 Stormy Weather Jazz

On this edition I try to blow the "Stormy Weather Blues" away with some "Gale Force Jazz" Giving you a good blast of magic Jazz to stand all those storms drifting over Ireland. Music by Charles Mi read more..

29 Jan

The Hot Box

1893

2 min read

The Hot Box #135 - Some New Stuff

Welcome to the first Hot Box of 2025. Regular listeners will know that we had a rush of obituary-type shows at the back end of last year, but we start 2025 with some new material as well as a quick no... read more..

28 Jan

Website Terms & Policies

Red Keane

1901

2 min read

Accessibility Statement Jazz Ireland

At Jazz Ireland, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities or preferences. To enhance accessibility, we have implemented various features ... read more..

Tales from the far Side 23.01.25 Reviews and Previous

27 Jan

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

671

<1min

Tales from the far Side 23.01.25 Reviews and Previous

On this edition I start into the new year 2025 with a review of some of my favorite albums and an ode to a new beginning with some January related Jazz. Music by Jon Irabagon, Kenny Barron, Neil C read more..

Tales from the far Side 16.01.25 The Best of Westport Jazz 2024

20 Jan

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

811

<1min

Tales from the far Side 16.01.25 The Best of Westport Jazz 2024

On this edition I look back at the activities of Westport Jazz, our small but devoted non-profit initiative which has brought an impressive variety of artists into the Westport Jazz Club during th read more..

Introducing Jazz Ireland’s New Video Series: In the Groove

15 Jan

Jazz News

Red Keane

2285

3 min read

Introducing Jazz Ireland’s New Video Series: In the Groove

At Jazz Ireland, we’ve always been passionate about connecting people with the vibrant and ever-evolving Irish jazz scene. Today, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new video series, In ... read more..

Album Review: Blast From The Past - David Redmond - Roots

10 Jan

Album Reviews

Daniel Rorke

3405

4 min read

Album Review: Blast From The Past - David Redmond - Roots

Personnel: David Redmond (b), Jason Rigby (ts), Bill Carrothers (p), Kevin Brady (d) Recorded in Munich, Germany, 2012 Ah 2012… it was a very good year… at least for blue-blooded girls of independent... read more..

10 Jan

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

142

2 min read

Patchwork

Acclaimed as Ireland's "rising star" of jazz by The Irish Times, Charlie Moon stands out as a singular voice in the realms of cool jazz, blues, and soul jazz. Hailed by the BBC as “A very gifted young... read more..

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