Here’s a mixed selection of single tracks I have failed to mention in the past months, some have been played on the radioshows as well. First is a trio rendition of Sergio Mendez’ classic Mas Que Nada by the European Jazz Trio. Highly expressive silky piano work there. The second track is an afrobeat piece [...]

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In this not so new-but one of the most highly acclaimed albums of this summer so far, Jimi plays the sweet surprise factor as always. I don’t know if it’s because of his broad friend circle of Finnish jazz musicians or the fact that he enjoys dressing like Zeki Müren, or simply because he’s a [...]

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Finnish jazz trumpetist, Jukka Eskola, also known for his work in nu-jazz bands like Nuspirit Helsinki, The Five Corners Quintet and the bizarroelectro Jimi Tenor Group, has released his second album Hub Up, tribute to Freddie Hubbard one of the most prominent jazz trumpetists ever from my favourite Jazz band “The Jazz Messengers” led by [...]

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“Tales of Robert Dickson” is the latest solo album, from Teemu Viinikainen, the talented Jazz guitarist and band leader from Helsinki jazz scene, who’s playing list includes Finland Trio and U-Street Allstars. He’s the winner of many awards, including the Sony Jazz Award on 2004 (which is won by Jukka Eskola on 2005 another [...]

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