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Tales from the far Side 04.09.25 Louis Moholo-Moholo Remembered

08 Sep

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 04.09.25 Louis Moholo-Moholo Remembered

On this edition I pay tribute to the innovative and progressive drummer Louis Moholo-Moholo, one of the leading voices of South African Jazz, an extraordinary timekeeper who spread the message and mag... read more..

03 Sep

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

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Episode 10 – Halferty, Redmond, Brady 2010 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

In 2010, Tommy Halferty began a new chapter with drummer Kevin Brady and bassist Dave Redmond—two of Ireland’s most sought-after rhythm players. Their flexibility and deep musical understanding gave T... read more..

01 Sep

In The Groove

Red Keane

1043

2 min read

In The Groove: Episode #7 – Dave Redmond

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.  We visited Dave Redmond at his place a few weeks... read more..

Tales from the far Side 28.08.25 The Joy of Six-The Sextet in Jazz

01 Sep

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

837

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Tales from the far Side 28.08.25 The Joy of Six-The Sextet in Jazz

On this edition I dive deep down into the magic of the JAZZ SEXTET and feature some of the groundbreaking, innovative and lesser known Sextet formats in the history of Jazz and you can hear the Oscar ... read more..

A Milestone Moment: The First Irish Group to Headline the London Jazz Festival Main Stage

26 Aug

Jazz News

Red Keane

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A Milestone Moment: The First Irish Group to Headline the London Jazz Festival Main Stage

This November 19, 2025, marks a groundbreaking moment in Ireland-UK cultural exchange. At the Queen Elizabeth Hall, the EFG London Jazz Festival 2025 will feature the Unreal Cities setting of T.S. Eli... read more..

25 Aug

A Part of the Continuum

Red Keane

1130

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Episode 09 – Tommy Halferty Invites Norma Winstone 1993 – Tommy Halferty, A Part of the Continuum Documentary Series 2025

This episode highlights Tommy Halferty’s long-standing musical friendship with renowned ECM vocalist Norma Winstone. The pair first met while teaching at Newpark Music School in the early 1990s, durin... read more..

Tales from the far Side 21.08.25 Jazz City Hamburg-A musical visit

25 Aug

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

875

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Tales from the far Side 21.08.25 Jazz City Hamburg-A musical visit

On this edition I feature the JAZZ activities and vibrations of the colourful Port City of Hamburg including an interview with Hanns-Christian Gerth from JAZZ BUERO HAMBURG, an initiative that is supp... read more..

21 Aug

The Hot Box

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2 min read

The Hot Box #143 - Jazz in Ireland

Donald Helme takes the lid off the Hot Box once again, and this time he’s digging deep into a special file marked “Jazz in Ireland”. Reaching back across the decades, Donald unearths vintage recording... read more..

Limerick Jazz Festival 2025 Brings World-Class Music to the City

19 Aug

Jazz News

Red Keane

1181

2 min read

Limerick Jazz Festival 2025 Brings World-Class Music to the City

The countdown is on for one of Ireland’s most vibrant music gatherings as the Limerick Jazz Festival returns from Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28th September 2025. Now in its fourteenth year, the festival... read more..

Tales from the far Side 14.08.25 Irish Jazz-In the spirit of Louis Stewart

18 Aug

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

895

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Tales from the far Side 14.08.25 Irish Jazz-In the spirit of Louis Stewart

On this edition I explore Jazz created on this island and I feature one of its iconic and pioneering figures the late great guitarist Louis Stewart, some of his groundbreaking work remastered and rere... read more..

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

14 Aug

Jazz News

Red Keane

991

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

915

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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

938

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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

999

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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

901

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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

1710

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

948

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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

1239

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

1557

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

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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

1048

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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

1103

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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

1175

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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

2167

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

1020

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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

1097

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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

1841

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

1013

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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..

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