News — Jazz

This list is in no particular order though the Shabaka album particularly suited the year for me. Special musical mention to the Master Musicians of Joujouka who in 2024 more than satisfied the 35+ years wait for me to experience them live, which I finally did in June - they were utterly overwhelming in all the best ways. Footnote: only just got my hands on the Throbbing Gristle “TG Berlin Box Set” (Mute) which on first listen sounds immense and may well have made this list in time. SHABAKA - PERCEIVE ITS BEAUTY, ACKNOWLEDGE ITS GRACE Genre: Spiritual JazzLabel: Impulse! RecordsWE HAVE THIS!...

And here comes Huw, who's been with us for some time now, serving delicious hot drinks and snacks as well as imparting great music recommendations in the Swansea shop. His enthusiasm and knowledge across genres is hard-matched and we appreciate everything he's done this year (I'm sure you all do too!) And here are shout outs to the releases that only just missed out being in the ten, and are worth your time: Jon Hopkins Ritual [Electronica]; English Teacher This Could Be Texas [Indie]; Kelly Finnigan A Lover Was Born [Soul]; Common Suits Cinema 3000 [Soul/Funk/Electronic]; Jessica Pratt Here In...

Huw has been with us a good while now, serving up delicious coffee and snacks in our Swansea location - regulars will be familiar with his naturally warm and welcoming disposition. His love and knowledge of music not only introduces customers to new music but always does with us too! Here's what made Huw's top ten releases of 2023! 10. THE IRONSIDES - CHANGING LIGHT Genre: Instrumental Soul On the fantastic Colemine label, an instrumental journey into funk and soul. The Ironsides are definitely one band to watch out for in the coming years. Favourite track: The Web. 9. SAY SHE SHE -...

Jordan is the latest face to grace the Tangled Parrot line-up, making sure customers in Swansea are fed, caffeinated and share the love of music. Jordan's enthusiasm probably tops everyone else's - his genuine excitement with music is infectious. Here are his top ten releases of 2023, in no particular order. OBLIQUE OCCASIONS - 危険な心痛 lp Genre: Instrumental Hip-Hop / Electronica Sit back and enjoy a splendid journey of chill, jazzy beats created by Oblique Occasions. True to his name, he keeps it delightfully oblique. DJ K - PANICO NO SUBMUNDOGenre: Experimental Electronica / Hip-Hop Emerging from the savage depths of...