Mondo Jazz

Second part of this drummer-special, focusing on power drummers and showing the continuity that connects Buddy Rich and ... Read more

As we hunker down amidst a terrifying pandemic what we need is to drum up our positive energy and attitude. So here's a ... Read more

When he passed away Charlie Parker was not even 35 years old. The impact of his genius however has been ever-lasting. Th... Read more

100 years on, the music of Charlie Parker remains relevant and vital. This week we celebrate his foundational contributi... Read more

Second part of our weekly exploration of new releases showcasing new and upcoming gems with a special focus on musical f... Read more

In our weekly exploration of new releases, here are beautiful albums featuring piano trios, adventurous guitarists, Mile... Read more

Rigid categories are not what music should be about. This week we focus on music that some may file under "retro" but is... Read more

Second part of this week's ride through the new releases prairie with music by artists that cover a lot of ground, from ... Read more

This week's exploration of new and upcoming releases and releases features projects inspired by music from Benin and the... Read more

This week Mondo Jazz turns "100 episodes old". So we open with the uplifting "celebration" by South African pianist Bhek... Read more

Mondo Jazz's final stash of new releases of 2019 is the perfect way to end a year that has been generous and full of sur... Read more

This week let's pay homage to the musical legacy of Michael Jackson. It's been 10 years since Michael Jackson passed awa... Read more

Traditions are traditions... For this year's Hanksgiving episode we celebrate the work of a truly original artist, Hank ... Read more

Another remembrance, this week of a musician with a magic touch which has left us too early, Larry Willis, followed by t... Read more

September, what a month! The summer is over... so are the summer festivals. But that's also when record labels start chu... Read more

Accordion players, saxophists, clarinet and trombone players as well as compelling singers are at the heart of this week... Read more

As jazz was born where cultures converged, it's not a surprise that it is the most adaptable form of music. An art form ... Read more

Jazz, the quintessential open door genre,has a capacity to beautifully integrate all kinds of sources. From music from f... Read more

New releases keep coming at an exciting place and Mondo Jazz obliges, sharing tons of exicting new releases, in particul... Read more

Thelonious Monk once said "play what you want and let the public pick up on what you are doing even if it does take them... Read more