Different Noises

World of Jazz 740

On this edition there is a selection of the best in new recordings together with two outstanding albums from the recent re-release of the Strata East catalogue. Featuring music from:  Michael Dease, Brandon Woody, Wallace Vazquez & Von Schultz, Phil Bancroft, John Sturino, SAROST, Charles Tolliver, Stanley Cowell, Glenn Dickson & Bob Familiar, Diego Rivera, Manoeuvres Sentimentales, and Claudio Scolari Project.

Different Noises 91

To constantly uncover new and exciting music is a great blessing. When that music crashes through existing barriers and explores new areas that blessing becomes a benediction. On this show you will find new things, familiar things, and tangents which bring art and music together in an exciting way. A melting pot of ideas and innovation. Featuring Barbiana Complex, Neon Crabs, Occult Character, Moff Skellington, Cracked Hands, The Go-Betweens, Smoked Salmon, The Royal Dave Graney Show, Neon Kittens, Dubmatix, Danny Short, Dual Dialect, Duo AYA, Hypercube, Coaslescent Quartet, Divide and Dissolve, Beauty In Chaos, Crossword Smiles, Dylan Ryan, l’Oumigmag, Medd & Shaw, Miles Davis, Van Morrison

World of Jazz 739

A comprehensive look at new releases from the USA and Europe is topped and tailed with older recordings re-issued or released for the first time. New associations between established musicians deliver exciting listening experiences whilst new players on the scene demonstrate Jazz is alive and growing. There is music from:  Charles Rouse, Myra Melford, Mary Halvorson, Unity Quartet, Arve Henriksen, Shai Maestro, David Murray, Tomasso Perazzo, Igmar Thomas, Nic Ferron, GPS, Tuomo Uusitalo Trio, Sultan Stevenson, Samuel Hallkvist, Shelley YoelinFinn Weist, Axel Filip, Doug Wyatt, Orojoro, Michael Sarian, Ashley Jackson, Morton Haxholm, The Counterfictionals, and, Tubby Hayes

Different Noises 90

The return of Tortoise after a nine year gap and a pile of new releases from Half Edge Records dominate the show.  Featuring music from : Tortoise, STAGGS, Occult Character, Neon Crabs, 2 Lost Souls, The Go-Betweens, Scenius, The Junta, Cracked Hands, The Dave Graney Show, Tulipomania, Replaced By Robots, Audiogust, Evidence Of A Struggle, Smoked Salmon, Mark Corrin,  Perpacity, Georgio Valentino, Claude9, Ezra, Steve Von Till, Jonathan Matis, George Christian, Vox Rea, The Bablers and Humanotone

World of Jazz 738

The most fascinating and enduring aspect of jazz, and other improvised music, is its’ capacity to surprise the listener. This week a diverse collection of pieces that deliver different and ground breaking new sounds. At the centre Ingrid Laubrock’s unique new album which is meets this specification and more. And to close a classic album from Pharoah Sanders from the recent re-release of the Strata East back catalogue.

Different Noises 89

This show kicks off with seven of the artists who will be playing at the Stephen Doyle Tribute event at The Peer Hat, Manchester on 17th May (ticket link). The rest of the show is mostly new releases with a few old favourites included for balance.
Full playlist at my Substack 
 

World of Jazz 737

Trombonists kick off a show packed with new releases which are followed by a focus on the work of Yells At Eels on Ayler Records and more from the massive set of releases from Leo Records featuring Ivo Perelman.
Additional music from Reggie Watkins, Altin Sencalar, Ronan Guilfoyle Los Angeles Improvisation Ensemble, Steve Knight,  Peter Smith, Eva Novoa, Pitch, Rhythm and Conciousness, and , Albare.  

Different Noises 88

As 2025 proceeds new and exciting music emerges. Also a few familiar faces re-appear with fresh material. There is a mixed bag on this one spanning the musical ether between straight ahead rock music and contemporary composition with a few alternative alleyways to get lost in on the way. Featuring music from Tropical Fuck Storm, Severed Heads, Golem Mecanique, Blues Against Youth, Slamdinistas, Nelson Sobral, Melvins, Nicole Saphos Band, The Phillip Glass Ensemble, Iggor Cavalera / Shane Embury,  The Dave Graney Show, Smoked Salmon, Cracked Hands, The Go-Betweens, Igor Santos, Jack Van Zandt, Isotope 217, Moff Skellington, and Man 

World of Jazz 736

The importance of Rudy Van Gelder’s studio in New Jersey on the world of jazz cannot be understated. Some of the most important music in the history of the music was recorded there. New recordings from the famous studio are featured on this show. My examination of the work of Ivo Perelman on Leo Records continues. In addition brand new releases from across the jazz spectrum including some music from Tony Coe recorded in 1979 which has been unearthed by the wonderful Jazz in Britain label.

Different Noises 87

A mix of old, re-released, and new. Jazz, prog, rock, noise and more with bands/artists from around the world. It closes with a slice of classic prog from 1971.
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