2025

Katharine Timoney Set to Release New EP in September, Live Show in Dublin This October

14 Aug

Jazz News

Red Keane

921

2 min read

Katharine Timoney Set to Release New EP in September, Live Show in Dublin This October

Exciting news for jazz-soul fans! Katharine Timoney—hailed as ‘One To Watch’ by BBC Introducing, Jazz FM UK, and Belfast Live—has a new EP titled All This Time, scheduled for release September 15, 202... read more..

Tales from the far Side 07.08.25 Tales from the far Side Remembering Russell Malone

11 Aug

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

857

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Tales from the far Side 07.08.25 Tales from the far Side Remembering Russell Malone

On this edition I remember the impeccable Jazz Guitar virtuoso Russell Malone who sadly died last year in August 2024 at the age of only 60 but his music thankfully will lives on and will touch the he... read more..

08 Aug

In The Groove

Red Keane

849

<1min

In The Groove: Episode #6 – John Keogh

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. In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting... read more..

08 Aug

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

917

<1min

Episode 08 – IN TWO Tommy Halferty and Mike Nielsen 1997 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

This episode explores IN TWO, the acclaimed 1997 acoustic duet album by Tommy Halferty and guitarist Mike Nielsen, released by Improvised Music Company. Setting aside electric guitars, the duo blende... read more..

08 Aug

The Hot Box

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2 min read

The Hot Box #142 - Ryan Truesdell and Gil Evans

Welcome to the 142nd edition of The Hot Box with Donald Helme. This episode is a real treat, dedicated entirely to the music of the legendary Gil Evans. We’re marking the release of what may be the fi... read more..

Tales from the far Side 31.07.25 A Jazz Journey - Travelling through the Magic

04 Aug

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

815

<1min

Tales from the far Side 31.07.25 A Jazz Journey - Travelling through the Magic

On this edition I take you on another exciting and colourful journey into the magic of Jazz with all sorts of "Journeys" in our mind and hearts with music by Keith Jarrett's European Quartet with Jan ... read more..

28 Jul

Album Reviews

Daniel Rorke

1510

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

901

<1min

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

1153

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

1430

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

1112

<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

963

<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

1017

<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

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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

1122

<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

2025

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

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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

1008

<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

1742

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

955

<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

1205

<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..

29 May

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

92

<1min

I THOUGHT ABOUT YOU

I THOUGHT ABOUT YOU is a major re-issue, a remixed and remastered release of Louis Stewart’s quartet album with John Taylor, Sam Jones and Billy Higgins. I THOUGHT ABOUT YOU was recorded when Louis wa... read more..

28 May

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

1510

<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

1022

<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..

23 May

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

217

2 min read

Autorretrato en Tres Colores

"Autorretrato en Tres Colores" (Self-Portrait in Three Colours) is a deeply personal exploration of migration, resilience, and reinvention. Blending Contemporary Jazz with South American folk traditio read more..

19 May

Jazz News

Red Keane

2543

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

853

<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

1542

<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..

14 May

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

177

<1min

No Expectations

Journey through Nils’ unique upbringing, rooted in the north-west of Ireland’s mystic landscapes and joyous fellowship, while also exploring the sense of unity and introspection present in Denmark and... read more..

13 May

The Hot Box

2262

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..

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