NuDirections

As a mix, Boxes, Memories & Hidden Grooves flows like a journal entry, contemplative in places, ecstatic in others, and filled with the kind of sonic texture you can only get when memory meets music. There's a gentle polarity here, between worldliness and intimacy, structure and space. The mix leans toward jazz fusion, spiritual jazz, and global jazz but it's more about vibe than genre. Think forgotten fusion from Scandinavia, cinematic jazz-rock from Indonesia, soulful beat-led explorations, and the kind of live recordings that put you in the room. Whether you're packing, unpacking, or just taking stock of the music that's shaped you, this hour is designed to move with you. Esential Info Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Supporting Blog for this mix – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/blog-for-boxes-memories-hidden-grooves For all social media links and more, visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Info about me - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Stream in and enjoy the Music I Love Jazz Matters Playlist. Dewa Budjana - Manhattan Temple Scott Kinsey – Rave The Greg Foat Group - Mr Minor (Live) Spirit in the Dark – Switch Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra - Behind the Yashmak - with Dan Berglund, Magnus Öström, Esbjöm Svensson Francisco Pais Lotus Project – Drake-ish Jeremy Warren - Lost Friends (feat Dermel.1.1) Johan Leijonhufvud – Feathers Morgan Guerin - Sharynwood Drive

Welcome along. I know I often say this, but truly — there are some real gems in this selection. From deep cuts to timeless moods, this mix brings together moments that continue to inspire me. On a personal note, I've started gathering new gear for the studio I'll be setting up once I've settled after the move. Things are shifting, in more ways than one. If you're curious about any of the tracks or want to dig a little deeper, you'll find a supporting blog post over on my website. Info Jazz Matters is free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Supporting Blog for this mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/mix For all social media links and more, visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Info about me - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Stream in and enjoy the Music I Love Jazz Matters Playlist Andalucia- -TM DAYDREAMIX Kamasi Washington - Sun Kissed Child Mahavishnu Orchestra - Radio Activity Live (Montreux Jazz Festival 1984) Scrimshire, Nat Birchall, Faye Houston - I Hear You, I See You Terr Lyne Carrington - Respected Destroyer Steve Tibbetts – The Big Wind Anne Paceo - Circles Helge Lien & Knut Hern – Sildrebekken Charenee Wade – Offering Florian Fourlin - EP ‘The Bird's Lament'  Brad Mehldau, Chris Thile - Tom Sawyer

One hour of buoyant Music Without Frontiers that transcends boundaries (physical and mental). Mestizo Sounds presents a new Mix. April 25 features diverse music worldwide, showcasing various styles and influences. Info Jazz Matters is free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com PLAYLIST: 1- Intro - DWAYNE MORGAN 2- Chaser Pt 2 - DR RUBBERFUNK 3- Riff 01 - LANNY GORDIN 4- Il faut manger - MANU CHAO 5- Danger in your eyes - JUDAS ESKENDER TAFARI 6- Think about it - JOHNNY CLARKE 7- Far East - BARRY BROWN 8- Segura A Bronca - LINO CRIZZ & GUETO JAM 9- Love Affair - S JOB MOVEMENT 10- Jo Jolo - PETER KING 11- La Rosa Blanca - HUGO BLANCO 12- King of Funk (Body Rock Version) - CAMPEON & GALLAGAD 13 13- Unconditional - QUANTIC (featuring RATIONALE) 14- By your side - SOFIA KOURTESIS 15- Heaven & Earth - 4TH COMING

This week, I have a playlist for you that stretches across continents and moods, a rich tapestry of sound that celebrates both discovery and the familiar warmth of timeless artistry. I open with a gem from Russia — "Case" by the Ilugdin Trio, a striking piece that caught me completely off guard in the best way. Dmitry Ilugdin and his trio lay down something deeply melodic, harmonically rich, and full of understated elegance. A real find. Next, I tip my hat to one of my all-time favourite voices in jazz, the ever-cool Patricia Barber. Her track "This Town" is a reminder of why she remains a singular force — cerebral, sultry, and effortlessly hip. Further into the mix, you'll find some fresh and fiery ensemble work from Clélya Abraham and company, the hypnotic grooves of Sean Khan with jazz legend Peter King and the luminous Heidi Vogel, and a cinematic journey courtesy of the Espen Berg Trio, joined by the haunting trumpet of Mathias Eick on "Vintermørke." And then there's "Eberhard" — a poignant, sprawling tribute by the late, great Lyle Mays. For those who, like me, hold the Pat Metheny Group close to the heart, this is a moving reminder of Lyle's genius. His musical voice was — and remains — one of the most emotionally intelligent in modern jazz. I close with some adventurous sounds: the genre-bending "El Momento" by Sly5thAve & Roberto Verastegui, the dreamy textures of Rahill's "Futbol," and an experimental nugget from Drift Lab that plays like a sonic science project in the best sense. This playlist is full of surprises, beauty, groove, and soul — the kind of mix that makes you feel like the world's a little more connected through sound. So wherever you're tuning in — just press play and let the music take you. Thanks for listening. Much love, Jazz Matters Essential Info Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Supporting Blog - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-blog-a-global-journey-through-sound-supporting-my-1st-april2025-jazz-mix Social media and more visit my Linkhub -  https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Info about me - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray #OnDemand #FreeToStream https://pod.co/nudirections Playlist: Ilugdin Trio (Dmitry Ilugdin, Victor Shestak, Petr Ivishin) – CasePatricia Barber – This TownClélya Abraham, Samuel F'hima, Tilo Bertholo, Antonin Fresson – M.A. StyleSean Khan, Peter King, Heidi Vogel – AzawalaEspen Berg Trio (feat. Mathias Eick) – VintermørkeSly5thAve & Roberto Verastegui – El MomentoRahill – FutbolLyle Mays – EberhardDrift Lab – Japanese Experiment

Intro I wasn't planning on a second mix this month… but after digging through my collection, I found some absolute gems that I had to share!

Welcome to Jazz Matters. Life is a little hectic right now—I'm in the middle of relocating and selling my home. If all goes to plan, a new home and studio should be ready by June or July. Until then, regular shows won't be possible, but I'll put together the occasional mix when time allows. This session is filled with music rediscovered while packing—a collection of gems that had slipped to the back of my mind. It's been a joy to reconnect with these tracks, and I hope you enjoy this March selection as much as I have. Also don't forget to visit my website, jazzmattersuk.com, where you'll find exclusive content, in-depth blogs and my music player that features the best in Jazz and World Music Info Jazz Matters is free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Blog Supporting this Mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matter-march-2025-jazz-mix For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Info about me - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com #OnDemand #FreeToStream https://pod.co/nudirections Playlist Kyoto Jazz Sextet - Father Forest (Feat Takeo Moriyama) Joy Lapps - Sharifa the Great Helge Lien & Knut Hem – Sildrebekken Emily Francis Trio - Le Tambour Submotion Orchestra - The Hounds Magnus Ostrom – Parachute LCSM - Virtual Signal David Binney – Ambivalence Espen Eriksen Trio, Andy Shepard – 1974 Radio String Quartet - Vienna - Black Market live Heidi Martin – Memphis Pawel Kaczmarczyk Audiofeeling Trio - Teardrop (Massive Attack) Bobby Hutcherson - Inner Glow

In my African Latin Music mix, I will lean heavily on an outstanding musician from this music genre, Pape Fall. He blew my ears apart when I first heard his music and his name resonates deeply within the world of African and Latin music. Pape Fall is a Senegalese musician, singer, and saxophonist, Fall has spent decades crafting a unique blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms with traditional Senegalese melodies with Latin influences. As the founder of the renowned band African Salsa, he has left an indelible mark on the global music scene, carrying the rich musical traditions of his homeland onto international stages. As the founder of African Salsa, he has brought his vibrant sound to audiences worldwide, blending the rich musical traditions of Senegal with Latin influences. A Journey Through Music Born in Dakar in 1947, Fall began his musical career in 1966 with Dakar Rhythm before joining the legendary Star Band in the 1970s. In 1976, he formed African Salsa, a group that quickly gained popularity for its infectious energy and innovative fusion of styles. Their first major international release, Artisanat, showcased Fall's exceptional talent on the saxophone and vocals, earning him recognition as a pioneer of African salsa. Beyond African Salsa, Fall played a key role in other influential groups, including Nder de Dakar and Kassé Star. His career has spanned over 20 albums and extensive tours across Africa, Europe, and the U.S., spreading the rhythms of African salsa to global audiences. The Sound of African Salsa Fall's music is a masterful blend of Senegalese mbalax and Cuban salsa, featuring intricate percussion, dynamic brass sections, and rhythmic complexity. His lyrics, sung in Wolof and French, explore themes of love, culture, and social issues, resonating with fans across generations. A Lasting Legacy With a career spanning nearly six decades, Pape Fall remains a celebrated figure in African music. His contributions continue to inspire musicians and preserve the legacy of African salsa, ensuring its influence endures for years to come.  Info Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Supporting Blog - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-digs-african-latin For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Info about me - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray #OnDemand #FreeToStream https://pod.co/nudirections  Stream in and enjoy the Music I love. Playlist Pape Fall - African Salsa Super Cayor de Dakar - Xamsa Bopp Africando - Yaye Boy (remix) Pape Fall & L'African Salsa - Dakar - Bamako Super Cayor de Dakar - Sopente Pape Fall - Teungeth Pape Fall & L'African Salsa - Boul Topato Super Cayor et Salsa Mbalax - Capitale Mapenda Seck - Binette Pape Fall & L'African Salsa - Soldar-Yi Super Cayor de Dakar - Dego Pape Fall & L'African SalsaDoumou Ndeye Pape Fall - Ke Jaraxam

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The new programme by Mestizo Sounds focuses on folk music, mainly sixties and seventies. The idea for this programme is due to the new feature film “A Complete Unknown” about Bob Dylan's early days until he abandons the folk structures. The Folk scene was the catalyst for the most brilliant composers in the music revolution of the sixties. I hope the listener appreciates the selected music and agrees that Folk Music Matters! Soon, a new programme featuring more contemporary folk music will follow. Info  Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com #OnDemand #FreeToStream https://pod.co/nudirections PLAYLIST 1- Ligh Flight - PENTANGLE (Great Britain) 2- April Rain - KAREN BETH (United States) 3- På Tredje Dagen Uppståndna - TURID (Sweden) 4- Who Knows Where the Time goes - Sandy Denny & The Strawbs (Great Britain) 5- The Dolphins - FRED NEIL (United States) 6- Something on your mind - KAREN DALTON (United States) 7- What are you going to do about me? - RICHIE HAVENS (United States) 8- Way before the times - HOYT AXTON (United States) 9- Northern Sky - NICK DRAKE (Great Britain) 10- La Canción- SILVIO RODRIGUEZ (Cuba) 11- Hummingbird - DAVY GRAHAM 12- Scarborough Fair - MARTIN CARTHY (Great Britain) 13- The Circle Game - JONI MITCHELL (United States) 14- Viola Fora de Moda - EDU LOBO (Brazil) 15- God Loves a Drunk - NORMA WATERSON (Great Britain) 16- Raggle Taggle Gypsy (Tabhair Dom Do Lamh) - PLANXTY (Ireland) 17- Seven Curses - BOB DYLAN (United States) 18- Love Will Tears Apart - JUNE TABOR & OYSTERBAND (Great Britain)

Hi all – sorry I'm a bit late this month. I've been caught up in a whirlwind of change lately. I've decided to sell my home and relocate, and let me tell you, the nightmare has already begun! First, I need to get my place ready to sell, and then comes the daunting task of packing up my music and belongings, all while trying to find a new home. It's a lot, but I'm pushing through. On the bright side, a close friend of mine who's a builder has generously offered to help create and fit out my new studio once I move. So, there's some fun to look forward to amidst the chaos! Until I'm settled into my new space and studio, I'll be putting out mixes instead of full shows. This mix, for example, came together as I started sorting through my music collection in preparation for packing. And let me tell you, I stumbled on some absolutely beautiful gems that I'm excited for you to hear. I'm also experimenting with making the mixes closer to 2 hours long instead of the usual 1 hour. Depending on your feedback, I might keep them around this length going forward. Thanks for sticking with me through this transition. I hope you enjoy the mix, and I'll keep you updated as things progress.   Info Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com A blog supporting this Mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/a-sonic-journey-through-modern-jazz-a-playlist-exploration For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Info about me - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray #OnDemand #FreeToStream https://pod.co/nudirections  Please enjoy the music I love Jazz Matters    Playlist Dan Berglund, Magnus Öström, Esbjörn Svensson, Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra - Seven Days of Falling GoGo Penguin - Initiate (Live) Paolo Fresu & Omar Sosa - La Llamada Rare Silk – Storm Kenny Garrett - It's Time to Come Home Morgan Guerin - With A Piece of Mind Pt.1 & Pt.2 Takuya Kuroda – Thirteen Shatter Hands – Exhausted Rescue Squad Daniel Freedman – Codex Emil Brandqvist Trio - The Clouds Are Clearing Pat Metheny - Come and See

In this episode, I will embark on a vibrant musical journey through the soul-stirring rhythms, grooves, and melodies of Brazil. From the samba-infused funk of Banda Black Rio's “Expresso Madureira” to the hypnotic pulse of Airto's “Tombo in 7/4,” this playlist celebrates the rich fusion of jazz, samba, and bossa nova that has captivated listeners around the world. I will dive into the magnetic voices of Sandra de Sá and Miriam Makeba, groove to the playful swing of Trio Mocotó, and lose ourselves in the cinematic elegance of Lalo Schifrin's “Bossa Nova em Nova York.” Experience the cosmic allure of Flora Purim alongside the timeless brilliance of Jorge Ben and Toquinho's "Carolina Carol Bela." Every track tells a story steeped in Brazilian culture, resilience, and joy. So sit back, stream in, and let Jazz Matters take you on a soulful adventure as we explore some of Brazil's rich musical tapestry. This is Jazz Matters: Digs Brazil – where music truly matters. Please Enjoy the Music I Love Essential Info Link to my blog supporting this mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/exploring-brazil-s-sonic-tapestry Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections My Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Feel free to reach out to me using the contact form on my website. jazzmattersuk.com and I'll respond no matter where you are. Jazz Matters Playlist Airto - Andei (l Walked) Banda Black Rio - Expresso Madureira Miriam Makeba - Xica da Silva Sandra De Så - Trem da Central Trio Mocoto - Swinga Sambaby Os Brazoes - Volks-Volkswagen Blue Rosa Maria - Deixa Nao Deixa Tenorio Jr. - Nebulosa Lalo Schifrin - Bossa Nova Em Nova York Jorge Ben, Toquinho - Carolina Carol Bela Flora Purim - Moon Dreams Dom Um Romao - Escravos de Jo Deodato – Skyscrapers Zé Roberto - Lotus 72D Salinas - Tenha Fé, Pois Amanhä um Lindo Dia Vai Nascer Airto - Tombo in 7/4 Sandra De Så - Olhos Coloridos

 My Moments of 2024 is a selection of songs that have created special musical marks. 3 groups of artists have a very significant input this year. Fontaines DC, Kutiman and Ezra Collective have been my favourite artists for 2024. I have not only included music from this current year as it is not the music made in one specific year the only one we pay attention and my criteria for this compilation of great tunes is what music has stopped me in my tracks and made an impact on me as a listener. Moments 2024 is definitely not background music. The final song is an astonishing cover of the 1970s hit "Why Can't We Live Together" with a beautiful chorus of female singers chanting No More Wars, No More Wars. It makes a suitable final to a year of human tragedies inflicted through conflict finishes. You can say louder but never so beautifully stated. I hope the listener to Mestizo Sounds appreciate and enjoy Moments 2024. Essential Information Playlist: 1- Sunny - FONTAINES DC 2- Canoe - KUTIMAN 3- I will always try - GURU NILE and JOE YORKE 4- I'd rather go blind - THE FRIGHTNRS 5- Segla - ORCHESTRE POLY-RYTHMO DE COTONOU 6- Hear me cry - EZRA COLLECTIVE 7- Street is calling - EZRA COLLECTIVE (featuring MANIFEST and MOONCHILD SONELLY) 8- Better way to live - KNEECAP (featuring GRIAN CHATTEN) 9- Sundowner - FONTAINES DC 10- La mamá - REYNA TROPICAL 11- Miralas - MARUJA LIMON (APELIKA remix) 12- Breathe the love - KUTIMAN 13- God gave me feet for dancing - EZRA COLLECTIVE (featuring YAZMIN LAZEY) 14- My everything - KUTIMAN (featuring DEKEL) 15- Favourite - FONTAINES DC 16- Superkilen - SVANENBORG KARDYB 17- Give - CONOR CURLEY (FONTAINES DC remix) 18- Why can't we live together - BUKKY LEO & BLACK EGYPT (SAO BENITEZ BV Dub)

Welcome to the Jazz Matters Oregon Special! In this episode, I delve deep into one of music's most captivating genres, showcasing the enchanting soundscapes of the iconic jazz and world music ensemble, Oregon. You might find their unique sound a bit different from the usual, but what you're about to experience is, without a doubt, some of the most exquisite music ever created. For over five decades, Oregon has masterfully blended jazz, classical, and world music, crafting a sound that is distinctly their own. From the soothing echoes of "Icarus" to the evocative tones of "Beneath an Evening Sky," Oregon's music invites you into a realm of boundless creativity and emotion. Join me as I celebrate the incredible talents of Ralph Towner, Paul McCandless, Glen Moore, and Mark Walker. Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Oregon for the first time, this special episode promises to be an unforgettable sonic adventure Essential info Link to my blog supporting this mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/exploring-the-boundaries-of-jazz-a-deep-dive-into-the-music-of-oregon Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections My Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Feel free to reach out to me using the contact form on my website. jazzmattersuk.com and I'll respond no matter where you are. Enjoy the Music I Love Jazz Matters Playlist Green and Golden The Water is Wide As She sleeps Beneath an Evening Sky Take Heart Spanish Stairs Hop-To-It 1000 Kilometers Duende Bibo Babo Creeper Dolomiti Dance Yellow Bell

Exploring the Boundaries of Modern Jazz: A Journey Through 17 Tracks of Innovation Welcome to my selected playlist,  a journey through the jazz universe's boundless creativity and emotional depth. This playlist is full of musical gems, each with its unique brilliance, and uncovering its rich traditions while glimpsing the future possibilities of the genre. Join me to unpack these selections, celebrating the artistry that makes them essential listening for seasoned jazz aficionados and curious newcomers alike. Let's dive in and discover what makes these pieces resonate so profoundly. Enjoy the Music I Love Jazz Matters  Helpful Info Link to my blog supporting this Podcast – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-november-show  Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com  Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections  My Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray  All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub  Feel free to reach out to me using the contact form on my website. jazzmattersuk.com and I'll respond no matter where you are. Playlist Snarky Puppy - Fuel City Bill Laurance, The Untold Orchestra - The Good Things – Live Marc Mac Presents Visioneers – Heather Espen Eriksen Trio & Andy Sheppard – Anthem Geoffrey Keezer – Tomorrow Johnathan Blake - Homeward Bound (For Ana Grace) Khan Jamal - The Known Unknown Terri Lyne Carrington, Ravi Coltrane, Elena Pinderhughes - Respected Destroyer Nduduzo Makhathini – Unonkanyamba Zach Brock - The Last Song Miles Davis, David Sanborn - Portia [1986] Held By Trees - In the Trees Butcher Brown - Sticky July Florian Hoefner Group – Elements Sam Newsome – When You See the Light Art Hirahara - Zero Hour Peter Erskine Trio To Love Again

A Sonic Journey through Japanese Jazz! Just last week, I realized it's been way too long since I shared a mix that dives into the rich, eclectic world of Japanese jazz. So here we are with my latest playlist, Jazz Matters Digs Japan, featuring an irresistible selection of tracks that capture the spirit and energy of Japan's jazz scene. This collection is packed with music I love, spanning everything from cool grooves and fusion beats to the boundary-pushing experimental sounds that make Japan's jazz unique. Whether you're a long-time jazz aficionado or new to the scene, this mix is designed to transport you straight to the bustling jazz clubs and hidden vinyl bars of Tokyo, where each artist brings their own flavour to the genre. Here's what's playing on my mix – Do dig in and vibe out:  Essential Info Link to my blog supporting this mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-digs-japan Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections My Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Please feel free to reach out to me using the contact form on my website. jazzmattersuk.com and I'll respond no matter where you are. Enjoy the Music I Love Playlist Anchor - Live ver – toconoma JABBERLOOP – continuum H ZETTRIO - Dancing in the mood Gecko&Tokage Parade - clockwork Keiko Matsui - Steps On The Globe Calmera - ver. 2.0 PRIMITIVE ART ORCHESTRA - Blue Mist BimBomBam Orchestra - From the cradle Gecko&Tokage Parade - Nica's Dream Hiroshi Suzuki – Kuro To Shire SLEEP WALKER - Brotherhood - Marc Marc Dirty Jazz Remix Hatsukoi no Akuma -Dance With The Devil Masayoshi Takanaka - AN INSATIABLE HIGH Nautilus - Virtual Insanity

Welcome to my November Jazz Mix, everyone. After a few difficult months following the passing of my father, I found myself distanced from music. Losing that spark, that musical "mojo," was something I didn't expect, but thanks to the incredible support and messages from all of you, I've rediscovered my connection to the music I love. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping me through a challenging time. I'm kicking off this mix with Remy La Boeuf's "Minnesota, WI." I know I've played it before, but it's a piece that resonates deeply with me – a perfect opener that sets the tone with its melodic richness and rhythmic energy. As I presented this playlist, I found myself returning to Oregon's "Creeper," which, once again, reminded me just how unique and influential Oregon's work has been in jazz fusion. It inspired me to start planning a special feature on Oregon, which I hope to release before Christmas. Keep an eye out for it! In the meantime, I've also got a blog accompanying this mix, where you'll find insights on each track and some reflections on the journey that brought this set together. You can check it out on my website, and I'd love to hear your thoughts. So, settle in, relax, and let's enjoy this mix together. Thanks for listening, and I hope this brings as much joy to you as it did for me while putting it together. Essential Info Link to my blog supporting this mix - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/november-jazz-mix-a-journey-through-loss-renewal-and-rediscovery Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections My Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-jazz-matters/introducing-ray All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Feel free to reach out through the contact form on my website. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com and I'll respond no matter where you are.

 HER is a new show by Mestizo Sounds, featuring an eclectic music compilation that captures the essence of modern times from a diverse female perspective. Essential Info Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Email - jazzmattersuk@gmail.com PLAYLIST 1- Cranes in the sky - SOLANGE (American) 2- This time around - JESSICA PRATT (American) 3- Saga - HURRAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF (Puerto Rican-American) 4- Co-star - AMAARAE (GHANAIAN-AMERICAN) 5- Lo siento - REYNA TROPICAL (Mexican-American) 6- N.Y.C.A.W - GWENNO (Cornish/Welsh-British) 7- Wandering mind - CAOILFHIONN ROSE (Irish/English/British) 8- Mohabbat - AROOJ AFTAB (Pakistani-American) 9- Doesn't matter - MESKEREEM MEES (Ethiopian-Belgian) 10- Daylight matters - CATE LE BON (Welsh-British) 11- Uma história de Ifá - VIRGINIA RODRIGUES (Brazilian) 12- No fun/party - KARA JACKSON (American) 13- In your head - NILÜFER YANIA (Turkish-Barbadian-Irish-British) 14- Sete - FATOUMATA DIAWARA (Malian)

For as long as I can remember, I've been captivated by the rich interplay between West African Latin music and its counterparts in the Americas, particularly in Cuba. This cross-pollination of styles and rhythms—where ancestral African traditions collided with and transformed the vibrant sounds of Latin America—has produced some of the world's most thrilling and soulful music. In this medley, I'll take you on a musical journey that blurs the borders between continents. I'll kick things off with a track steeped in the rhythms of African Latin music and bring it full circle with a powerful Cuban piece, the birthplace of so much of this genre's evolution. The challenge? You'll have to guess which side of the Atlantic each selection hails from. By blending the lines between continents, these tracks will reveal how deeply connected the musical DNA of Africa and the Latin world truly is. Let the music speak, and let it surprise you. Please enjoy the music I love Essential Info Link to my blog supporting this show - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/cameroon-to-cuba Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections My Info - https://www.raysinfo.org All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Email - jazzmattersuk@gmail.com Playlist Pape Fall - African Salsa Mama Badema Sissoko – Safiatou Chocolate - Ritmo De Mi Son Balla Tounkara - Le monde est fou Tam Tam 2000 - Me vuelvo Guajiro Ernest Chico Alvarez – Val'Carretero Gnonnas Pedro - Yiri Yiri Boum Laba Sosseh - Son Soneate Manu Dibango - Bessoka Version courte Sonlokos - Rumba Con Sabor a Melao Tshala Muana - Lekela Muadi Monte Adentro - Igualito Que Tu Le Sahel – Jammo Alune Wade, Harold L6pez-Nussa – Aminata Buena Vista Social Club - Chan Chan

21-24 – Jazz Matters October 2024 Show Welcome to Jazz Matters, where I invite you to celebrate the music that means the world to me. This month's show is deeply personal, as it is dedicated to the memory of my father. I've been quiet since early June, as my father had been battling illness, and sadly, I lost him recently. This month's show is a tribute to him—a man whose life was also immersed in music. Although his taste gravitated towards country and classical, somehow, we always connected over the timeless sounds of Steely Dan. In his honour, I've included two of his favourite tracks, one from Can't Buy a Thrill and the other from Aja, albums that were very close to his heart. My father wasn't just a music lover, both my grandfather and my father were the greatest influences, shaping the way I experience and appreciate music. So, it feels only right to open today's show with a piece I believe they would have appreciated: Vincent Peirani's "This is New Shit." As I find my way back into the rhythm of things, I'm excited to explore new creative projects and ideas, including a new audiophile platform I've been working on. Though recent events have delayed its launch until December, I'll be sharing updates as I move forward. Thank you for checking out Jazz Matters, and here's to the man who always had music in his soul, my father. My podcast playlist is an ever-evolving exploration of sound, rhythm, and emotion. This month's playlist is a blend of jazz virtuosity, genre-defying fusion, and contemporary innovation, featuring some of the most forward-thinking musicians on the scene today. Essential Info Link to my blog on this show - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-october-2024-showcase Explore my Website and dive into Blogs, interviews Content, Music, Videos and Images - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections My Info - https://www.raysinfo.org All social media links and more – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Email - jazzmattersuk@gmail.com Playlist Vincent Peirani – This is New Shit Yussef Dayas, Venna, Charlie Stacey - Black Classical Music Chelsea Carmichael - Bone and Soil Evgeny Pobozhiy Orchestra – Stream Raquel Martins - Fragile Eyes Jeremy Pelt - No A.I Steely Dan – ‘Aja' – Aja Steely Dan – Kings Cal Tjader, João Donato, Chuck Rainey, Bobby Rodriguez,Ray Barreto, Takuya Kuroda - Dead End Dance Isaiah Collier & the Chosen Few - Perspective (Peace And Love) Kiefer Trio featuring Luke Titus & Pera Krstajic – Montara Kahil El'Zabar's Ethnic Heritage Ensemble - Return of the Lost Tribe Alison Crockett - Like Rain Nir Felder – Revival  Andy Milne and Unison - No Matter What Jeremy Ledbetter Trio – Flight Raquel Martins - Fragile Eyes Daniel Casimir – Balance Billy Cobham & George Adams Featured By The Johannes Faber Quintet

Welcome to another edition of Mestizo Sounds! My new program is called "Trash," named in tribute to the New York Dolls. The music I've selected reflects the urgency of rock and roll and the punk attitude. There are some well-known groups and some obscure bands. This show really rocks! PLAYLIST 1- Pablo Picasso - MODERN LOVERS (USA) 2- Bone Machine - PIXIES (USA) 3- Ride on Rebecka ride on - SINNERS (SWEDEN) 4- Trash - NEW YORK DOLLS (USA) 5- Birth school work death - GODFATHERS (UK) 6- Can't stop me - LOVED ONES (USA) 7- Secret agent man - DEVO (USA) 8- Another letter - WIRE (UK) 9- Euthanasie - OLIVENSTEINS (FRANCE) 10- Hand of law - RADIO BIRDMAN (AUSTRALIA) 11- Wild Thing - SENATOR EVERETT McKinley - artist name of comedian Bill Minkin to release a single in 1967 giving an impression of a senator of the same name (USA) 12- Turn your head around - TOTAL REJECTIONS (UK) 13- Down on my knees - WILMER X (SWEDEN) 14- Touchy touchy baby - JEFF DAHL (USA) 16- Is this love kills - BOBBY RAMONE (anonymous band recording Bob Marley covers in the Ramones style (FRANCE) 17- There but for the grace of God - GORIES (USA) 18- Archienemigo - DAWHOLENCHILADA (SPAIN) 19- Betty vs the NYPD - JON SPENCER BLUES BAND (USA) 20- Where did she come from - HARD-ONS (AUSTRALIA) 21- Where were you - MEKONS (UK) 22- Waiting for the D Train - YOKO ONO PLASTIC ONO BAND (JAPAN/USA) 23- Oooh baby - ASIE PAYTON & GO GITTAS CAMP (contains a sample of ASIE PAYTON's “I love you”- (USA) 24- Esp - HOODED FANG (CANADA)

Welcome to the first in the series, where I will take you to explore Africa's unbelievable talent which I call the Troubadours of Africa. The world of jazz has always been a vibrant tapestry woven with diverse threads from various musical traditions. One of the most enriching and captivating influences has been African music. Jazz Matters' latest series, “The Troubadours of Africa,” celebrates the extraordinary contributions of African artists to the global jazz scene. In Part 1 of this series, with my playlist, I delve into the profound impact and rich legacy of some of Africa's most iconic musicians, whose works have resonated worldwide. Enjoy the music I love. Essential info. Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream -https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/music-player-1 For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com A Blog supporting this Medley https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/the-troubadours-of-africa-part-1 A Blog looking at the cross-pollination of Cuban and African music https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/troubadours-of-afrika Playlist Issa Bagayogo – Timbuktu Richard Bona - Bisso Baba (Always together) Pape Fall - Doumou Ndeye Amadou & Mariam – Coulibaly Habib Koité – Namania Ismaél Lö - Jammu Africa The Very Best - Hear Me Ali Farka Touré – Savane Papa Noel and Papi Oviedo – Juliana Ethan Tomas - I AM AN AFRICAN Nduduzo Makhathini - Water Spirits (Izinkonjana) Diabel Cissokho - Dembo Fatoumata Diawara – Sowa Abdullah Ibrahim - Dollar Brand - Whoza Mtwana Amadou & Mariam, Santigold - Dougou Badia (feat. Santigold) Fatoumata Diawara – Sowa 

 I've selected a mix of Afro music from various genres for my new musical podcast, which I've named Afrodisis. Isis was the Goddess of Magic, so the enchanting rhythms of Afro music create an uncontrollable formula for getting you to dance and have a great time. Enjoy! website - www.jazzmattersuk.com PLAYLIST: 1- She was the one - FANIA ALL STARS 2- Paul's happy - MONTANA (PHILLY SOUND WORKS) 3- Y que tu quieres que te den - ADALBERTO ALVAREZ Y SU SON 4- Roots suite (Ajomora/ Going back to my roots) - ODYSSEY (sample drums from Paul's happy-MONTANA) 5- Kalimbo - AFRICANISM ALL STARS 6-Moments in Soul - JT & BIG FAMILY 7- Sou Negrao - RAPPING HOOD 8- Atrvesar - JAZZ JUICE 9- Africa - THE LIGHT OF SABA 10- (Somebody got) Soul Soul Soul - THE WILD MAGNOLIAS 11- Guitarra - (bonus faixas from the album BRAZILIAN BREAK & BEATS) 12- Death of the revolution - QUANTIC presenta FLOWERING INFERNO 13- Chatty chatty Mouth - SUGAR MINOTT

 The Sounds of Colombia is a selection of music made in Colombia. My focus is on the Afro Sounds and Tropical rhythms. Cumbia is a native style created in Colombia that has had a broad impact in Latin American countries and also in Europe with musicians such as Will Holland (Quantic), Richard Blair "Sidestepper", Manu Chao, Joan Garriga (Dusminguet and Trova Kungfu bands) or Sargent Garcia. We will listen to some of the legends of Colombian music like Toto La Momposina, Fruko y sus Tesos, Joe Arroyo or Andres Landero. The show also includes the current wave of great musicians. Among these are Los Aterciopelados, Bomba Estereo, Ondatropica, La Chiva Gantiva, ChicQuibTown, Mojarra Eléctrica or Pernett & The Caribbean Ravers. Colombia has never stopped producing new genres of syncopated styles and many excellent bands and musicians. Info website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections PLAYLIST: 1- La Preñá - OSUNLADE (Yoruba Soul Mix) 2- Pacífico - AFROSOUND 3- Abran Paso - ELKIN & NELSON 4- The Caribbean Raver - PERNETT & THE CARIBBEAN RAVERS 5- La Primavera - MICHI SARMIENTO Y SUS BRAVOS 6- Lambada de Oceanica, África y América - LOS PIRAÑAS 7- Cumbia en do menor - LITO BARRIENTOS Y SU ORQUESTA 8- Esclavo moderno - MANUEL ÁLVAREZ Y SUS DANGERS 9- Milé (hombre borracho) - TOTO LA MOMPOSINA 10- Pal' Bailador - JOE ARROYO 11- Mambo loco - ANIBAL VELASQUEZ Y SU CONJUNTO 12- Logos - SIDESTEPPER 13- Las Mellas - Andres Landero 14- La jungla - FLACO FLOW & MELANINA 15- Somos Pacificos - CHOCQUIBTOWN 16- Calle 19 - MOJARRA ELÉCTRICA 17- La Zenaida - ARMANDO HERNÁNDEZ Y SU CONJUNTO 18- Salsa No Ma - FRUKO Y SUS TESOS 19- Las caleñas son como las flores - LATIN BROTHERS 20- Bolero falaz - LOS ATERCIOPELADOS 21- Atole (remix) - BOMBA ESTEREO 22- Suena - ONDATROPICA 23- Para arriba - LA CHIVA GANTIVA 24- El malemute - LA MAMBANEGRA 25- Real - LA ETNNIA 26- Lluvia con Nieve - ASILO 38 27- La pluma - BLOQUE DE BUSQUEDA 28- Tongala (el sapo) - SON PALENQUE 29- El abanico - WGANDA KENYA

Welcome to "Jazz Matters", your monthly passport to the world of jazz. This month's Show is my personal nod to International Jazz Day. Here, I celebrate the genre's magnificent diversity, a dazzling tapestry woven from the threads of countless cultures and eras. Forget the dusty stereotype of jazz confined to smoky clubs. This vibrant music form pulsates with a global heartbeat. Prepare to be surprised! This month, I will be venturing beyond borders, exploring the fiery rhythms and the spirit of jazz. It'll ignite your senses with the electrifying energy of fusion and the smooth grooves of nu-jazz. But that's just the first leg of our journey! Here's the exciting part: I've meticulously curated a selection of hidden gems discovered on my jazz odyssey. These musical treasures await you to unearth, each adding a unique colour to our global jazz portrait. But the adventure doesn't end there! my website is your one-stop shop for everything jazz. Listen to music on demand with my built-in player, delve into insightful blog posts, lose yourself in captivating music videos, and get up close and personal with the artists shaping the future of jazz through exclusive interviews. Still not satisfied? My Linkhub is your ultimate jazz companion. It connects you to all my social media channels, keeping you in the loop on all things jazz. Plus, I'm building a treasure trove of "good stuff" – additional content you won't want to miss. So, join me on "Jazz Matters." and embark on a jazz adventure, celebrating the boundless spirit of jazz together. Have a specific region, era, or artist you're curious about? Send me an email – I love tailoring future shows to your interests! After all, "Jazz Matters" fosters a thriving community where the love of jazz knows no bounds.   Essential Info Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com A blog supporting this Show - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-show-may-2024 Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections For all social media links and more visit my Linkhub. https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com   Enjoy the music I love Playlist Amancio D'Silva - A Street In Bombay Kahil ElZahr - Ritual trio - Tribute to Malachi Favors The Lloyd Mcneil Quartet – ASHA Nik Bärtsch's RONIN RHYTHM CLAN - Modul 22 Leon Thomas - Shape Your Mind To Die Les McCann, Eddie Harris - Compared to What - Live at Montreux Fergus McCreadie - Stony Gate Remy Le Boeuf's Assembly of Shadows - Stop and Go Brian Blade Fellowship Variations of a Bloodline Kamaal Williams – Stings Build An Ark - Precious, Priceless The Swing Prophets – Kalahari Kelan Phil Cohran & Legacy – White Nile Lonnie Liston Smith & the Cosmic Echoes - Sais (Egypt) Harry Beckett - Rings Within Rings

World music has a special place in my musical heart and was started by the ground breaking UK group Osibisa in the early 70s with the single music for a Gong Gong, where they created a new genre of music that originated from the early 20th century, Highlife music that is characterised by jazzy horns, multiple guitars and an up-tempo, synth-driven sound. Then came along the song that launched Osibisa, ‘Sunshine Day, the band set my musical ears, heart and soul alight when they Combined disparate sounds from Africa, America, the Caribbean, Osibisa broke traditional genre boundaries to emerge as the ultimate African band for me. This was the start of my appreciation and love for world music, after hearing Osibisa I found a record store that specialized in Reggae/Ska and African music, with guidance from the owner and some of the customers, that started my wonderful journey along the musical yellow brick road of world music. Please enjoy the music I love Ray. Essential Info Website - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Blogs – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs Jazz Matters Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections Jazz Matters Info – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/introducing-ray Email - jazzmatters@gmail.com Playlist Tony Allen, Res, Ray Lema, Baaba Maal, Positive Black Soul, Archie Shepp - No Agreement - (Full Version) Adekunle Gold, Seun Kuti - Mr. Foolish (feat. Seun Kuti.1) Karn Jaile - return from exile Femi Kuti - Victim of Life White Label Bokoor Band - Onukpa Shawarpo Chico César – Mama Africa The Kutimangoes – Money is The Curse George Darko - Medo Menuanom 12 inch Version Feqadu Amde – Asmarina Salif Keita Ntoman – Africando Dido, Youssou N'Dour - 7 Seconds - Live at Live 8, Palais de Versailles, Jowee Omicil - Mande Lolo JISR - Musaka

Periodically, I release an assortment of music I've dubbed "Forgotten Treasures." This ongoing project sprang to life amidst the digitization of my music collection. As I digitised my music collection from cassette tape, reel to reel and CD, I stumble upon a trove of music that had long evaded my ears, having been tucked away awaiting rediscovery, music that has been buried beneath the layers of time lay a wealth of musical gems that had slipped from my regular rotation. ‘'Forgotten Treasures" was born, a celebration of the overlooked and neglected tunes that once graced my ears. The playlist is in no particular order, genre, style or time, just as I stumble on the musical gems, I say to myself ‘'I've really missed you''. Please enjoy the music I love Ray   Essential Info website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Blogs - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Music Santana - Eternal Caravan of Reincarnation Patricia Barber You & The Night & The Music Miles Davis - All Blues Courtney Pine - Children Of The Ghetto John Handy - Hard Work Philippe Saisse - La Vie Nitin Sawney - Broken Skin Pat Metheny Group Follow Me https://www.patmetheny.com/features/imaginary/tracks.htm Terry Callier - Lazarus Man from the album Timepiece https://www.theguardian.com/music/2012/oct/30/terry-callier Charles Earland, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Henderson – Leaving this planet

 After two months of inactivity, I am happy to present another new programme for NuDirections. The program under the name Rise Above aims to help people overcome the sadness and devastation caused by a world in conflict. Never underestimate the healing power of music. I have included some of my favourite tunes I regularly spin at Big Hands, the coolest bar in Manchester, as well as some discoveries like the talented Jon Lucien. I highly recommend listening to his song "Would You Believe in Me" - he may not be a current singer, but he is truly amazing. Good music is timeless and always worth discovering. Another discovery is the vibrant dancehall tune of More Justice and Truth by Virgin Island's reggae star Pressure Busspipe. Another novelty I found recently, is the great tune of Say Truth by Fred Fisher Atalobhor. Inside my DJ boxes, I get my most regular artist's music played in my sets. There you will find Manu Chao, Joe Bataan, Dreadzone, Mo-Horizons, Zulu 9.30, International Velvet and Planet Hemp. Of course, Hip hop artist and producer from Dallas Oneofus with the great track and theme of the programme. Last but not least, Jah is forever is beautiful melody of lovers Rock by Swish Reggae producer Elijah Solomon and and Jamaican singer Glen Washington. My selection is a bunch of exciting tunes for empowering our minds and souls to Rise Above. Playlist 1- Baby Shiva - International Velvet (featuring Mustafa Akbar and Roots of See-I) 2- More Justice and truth - Pressure 3- Say the truth - Fred Fisher Atalobhor and his Ogiza Dance Band 4- Would you believe in me - Jon Lucien 5- Muchacho ordinario - Joe Bataan 6- Me provoca te ver - Manu Chao & Chalart 58 7- Mountain - Dreadzone 8- Frisson - Mukta 9- Southern Fried Funky Lovesong - Mo'Horizons 10- Era - Zulu 9.30 11- A culpa é de Quem - Planet Hemp 12- Rise Above - One of Us (featuring Flotation and Molecular) 13 Jah is forever - Elijah (featuring Glen Washington)

Although my playlist is not strictly Brazilian, I have opened my selection with Michel Camilo In the realm of music, there are few artists as versatile and captivating as Michel Camilo. Renowned for his mastery of multiple genres including Jazz, Classical, Popular, and World music, Camilo stands out not only as a virtuosic pianist but also as a composer whose compositions are infused with the vibrant rhythms of the Caribbean and the sophisticated harmonies of jazz. Amongst the playlist are giants and future giants of the Brazilian/Latin music world. For more detailed information, please go to my website a see the blog supporting this Brazilian music selection. My passion for Jazz encompasses a rich spectrum, spanning World Music, Fusion, NuJazz, timeless Blue Note classics, and an array of musical gems discovered on my journey. I invite you to join me in a monthly showcase, where I will unveil special features and thoughtfully curated selections from this expansive musical tapestry. Additionally, Please stay locked to my podcast platforms for supported specials and selections throughout the month enhancing the musical experience Also visit my website for my music player, blogs, music videos, interviews and much more not forgetting my own Linkhub for all social media links and other good stuff. For more information about this rich playlist and informative blogs dedicated to my Podcasts please visit - Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Social media links and more visit my Linkhub. www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Jazz Matters Info - www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Enjoy the music I love Ray

Welcome to the March 2024 edition of Jazz Matters! I've curated a playlist brimming with diversity and intrigue, aiming to captivate your musical senses. One artist that's truly a personal discovery for me is Laurie Anderson. Her work, especially "Born, Never Asked," left me spellbound upon my first listen. It's a remarkable piece that compelled me to explore more of her captivating repertoire. Be sure to visit her website (https://laurieanderson.com/about/) and delve deeper into her mesmerizing soundscapes. Essential Info Website - www.jazzmattersuk.com Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections Blogs - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs Jazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about email - jazzmattersuk@mail.com Playlist Lucien Johnson - Ancient Relics Laurie Anderson - Born, Never Asked Olli Ahvelahti - Paint It Blue Kamasi Washington – Prologue Néstor Ålvarez - Original Gravity (Parts 1 & 2) Matthew Halsall - Bright Sparkling Light Between - Brain Wave Amanda Whiting ft. Peach – Intertwined The Lloyd McNeil Quartet – Asha Brian Jackson - Mami Wata

This is the second in a series of music selections inspired by the music from Black Jazz Records. The founders were Gene Russell and Dick Schory who created the record label around 1969 and released albums from 1971 to 1975, promoting the talents of young African American jazz musicians and singers With the turn of the turn-of-the-seventies and the emergence of revolutionary developments from Electric Miles, Pharoah Sanders, Alice Coltrane and  John Coltrane, the funky mutations of soul and jazz, Black Jazz Records took full advantage of all the possibilities that lay ahead for jazz. Black Jazz Records was the first black-owned jazz label in 50 years and they achieved the kind of music status that most '70s and '80s indie record labels could barely dream of.  Later DJs Gilles Peterson and Theo Parrish, made mixes and a compilation album focusing on the Black Jazz label. Through the music, you will hear in my first mix I hope to give you a flavour of what they brought to the jazz world, and how much the music from Black Jazz Records means to me from their short existence. A further note – in 1971, the first Black Jazz Record album released was Gene Russell's New Direction, which inspired the birth of NuDirections. Although the label only lasted a little over five years Black Jazz Records carved its place in the history of jazz. Info For more information about this rich playlist and an informative blog dedicated to my Black Jazz Records music selection please visit: https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogs/jazz-matters-digs-black-jazz-records-selection-2Blogs - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/blogswebsite - www.raysroom.orgemail - jazzmattersuk@mail.comMusic Player - https://pod.co/nudirectionsJazz Matters Info - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/about Please enjoy the music I love from different times and different places. Ray Playlist Artist - Track – (Album) The Awakening - Kera's Dance (Hear, Sense and Feel) Gene Russell - Get Down Kellee Patterson - Maiden Voyage Doug Carn – Moon Child Message From the Tribe - Space Odyssey Message From the Tribe - Beneficent Rudolph Johnson - The Highest Pleasure Walter Bishop Jr. - Soul Village Doug Carn – Acknowledgment Chester Thompson - Power House Calvin Kets - Aunt Lovey

Mestizo Sounds presenta el libro Les Mamarraches. Entrevistamos a su autora, Amaia Santana. El libro que recoge el relevo de La conjura de los Necios de John Kennedy Toole para entrar en el nuevo milenio. Cuando las personas explotadas laboralmente y Pobres Diablos de este mundo se rebelan contra las mamarrachadas de sus jefes, influencers y déspotas de poca monta. Mestizo Sounds presents the book Les Mamarraches. We interviewed its author, Amaia Santana. The book that takes up the baton of John Kennedy Toole's A Confederacy of Dunces to enter the new millennium. When the exploited people and Poor Devils of this world rebel against the nonsense of their bosses, influencers and small-time despots. Website – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com Linkhub – https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/linkhub Music Player - https://www.jazzmattersuk.com/music-play Playlist 1- Sunny Afternoon – THE KINKS 2- Mathilda – SCOTT WALKER 3- I Ain't Miracle Worker – THE BROGUES 4- Underdog – SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE 5- Molino al Viento – LOS MUSTANG 6- Something Inside Me – FLEETWOOD MAC 7- Gloria: In Excelsis Deo – PATTI SMITH

I would like to announce some changes to my shows and mixes starting this month. The updated aim is to enhance your listening experience and provide additional resources for those who crave deeper engagement with the music. Streamlined Track Information: While I'll continue to provide essential details about the tracks played, I'm introducing a new approach for in-depth information. Dedicated blog posts on my website will offer comprehensive write-ups, complete with rich descriptions, photos, and insights for each track. My mixes are also evolving. As my musical journey continues, I'm changing to selections that resonate with my musical taste. You'll hear a running order announcement at the beginning of each mix, with further exploration available on the blog posts. Shows and Selection blogs will be linked directly in the playlist for your convenience. I hope you embrace this fresh approach! Let's embark on this exciting new chapter together. Essential info Music is free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections A blog supporting this Show - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs/jazz-matters-february-2024 Website - Dive into my content, Blogs, Music Videos and Interviews - https://www.raysroom.org  For all social media links and more visit my own connect hub. https://www.raysroom.org/ndfm-connecthub Jazz Matters Info - https://www.raysroom.org/jazz-matters Email - jazzmatters@mail.com Enjoy the music I love Ray Playlist Artist - Track - (Album) Detroit Experiment - Space Odyssey Chip Wickham - Stratopheric Tall bird – cheerish Melodiesinfonie – Enjoy Your Life Lakecia Benjamin - New Mornings (Phoenix) Kahil El'Zabar Ethnic Heritage Ensemble Dwight Trible David Ornette Cherry – Harvest Time (Harvest Time) Espen Eriksen Trio and Andy Sheppard - mystery track Camilla George – Ukponp Jasmine Myra – 1000 Miles The Jakob Manz Project – Prospering Danny Keane - Afro Cello - Super Full Moon Rework William Eaton Ensemble - Keyenta Crossing Joe Chambers - Dance Kobina (Dance Kobina) Huw Marc Bennett – Y Gwydd Isobella Burnham – In Power Malcolm Jiyane Tree-O – Moshe Latrama – Sitaare Latrama, La Já - Sedah Manu Katché - Keep On Trippin' (Touchstone For Manu) ECM Quantic - The 5th Exotic - The 5th Exotic The Brecker Brothers - African Skies (Out Of The Loop) Ghjazz Collective - Nana fre me (Nana fre me)

 CRAIC AGUS CEOL is an Irish expression meaning live music and having fun. I hope this tribute to Irish music brings you the excitement and good times that live Irish music brings about. Ireland is a medium-sized island of over 7 million people. Despite that, its worldwide cultural influence in literature and music has outweighed its size. Like islands such as Cuba, Jamaica and Great Britain, its musical contribution has been extraordinary. These four islands are important musical Meccas. Mestizo Sounds has already made programmes on the music of Cuba, Jamaica's paramount record label Studio One or about the Mods youth musical movement in Great Britain. Now, this show wants to present some of the Irish great talents. You will listen to traditional and modern music and a blend of both. Craic Agus Cell is in the memory of Shane McGowan and Sinead O'Connor. Info website - www.raysroom.org email - ndfm@mail.com Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections Check out our coming content platform - 2BJazz - for Blogs - Interviews - Music Videos - Images - Albums https://www.raysroom.org/2bjazz-1 Playlist 1- Spanish Lady - SHANE MACGOWAN & THE POPES 2- Cliffs of Dooneen - CHRISTY MOORE 3- Gloria - U2 4- My lonely sad eyes - THEM 5- Hidden love/Sheila Coyles - FOUR MEN & A DOG 6- Calling card - RORY GALLAGUER 7- Ode ti a black man - PHIL LYNNOT 8- My perfect cousin - THE UNDERTONES 9- Sweet thing - VAN MORRISON 10- The sick bed of Cuchulainn - THE POGUES 11- Alternative Ulster - STIFF LITTLE FINGERS 12- Call me - IMELDA MAY 13- Fire on Babylon - SINÉAD O'CONNOR 14- Echoes in Rain - ENYA 15- Molly Malone - THE DUBLINERS 16- Year's grave - THE CRANBERRIES 17- In ár gCroithe go deo - FONTAINES DC 18- Lord Abore and Mary Flynn - LANKUM 19- Fisherman's blues - WATERBOYS 20- The boys are back in town - THIN LIZZY 21- The man who built America - HORSLIPS 22- Haunted - SHANE MACGOWAN & THE POPES 23- Lullaby for the dead - THE CHIEFTAINS featuring MAYA BRENNAN 24- Farewell to Ireland - THE DUBLINERS

Welcome to the Funkinsoul show with me JB on NuDirections FM. This month's show is about protest and uprising. From Billie Holiday's heart-rending Strange Fruit released in 1939 to recent tracks shouting out police brutality, this show goes deep. I hope you enjoy the music. Tracklist 1. Kendrick Lamar - blood 2. Akua Naru - The block 3. Anderson Paak - lockdown 4. Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, 9th Wonder and Kamasi Washington - Freeze tag 5. HER - I can't breathe 6, John Legend and The Roots - hang on in there 7. Common fest Stevie Wonder - Black America again 8. Gil Scott Heron - the revolution will not be televised 9. Marvin Gaye - what's going on 10. Billy Paul - am I black enough for you 11. Marc Mac - revolutionary action 12. J Period feat Dead Prez, Sa-roc and Maimouna Yourself - Soldiers 13. Kendrick Lamar - alright 1 4. KRS One - sound of da police 15. M.I.A - paper planes 16. Public Enemy - fight the power 17. Sa-roc feat David Banner - the who 18. Tiggs da Author - enough 19. Linton Kwesi Johnson - five nights of bleeding 20. Bob Marley and the Wailers - slave driver 21. Max Romeo - no peace  

 Playlist: 1- Talk about love - PIC AND BILL 2- Both ends against the middle - JACKE MOORE 3- I've just gotta tell somebody - GLORYA LYNNE 4- What's with this loneliness - CHUCK JACKSON 5- Has it happened to you yet? - THE FALCONS 6- Color him father - THE WINSTONS 7- Pick up the pieces - THE TEMPEST (THE ROYALS) 8- Soul captives - WAILERS 9- Rudi's in love - LOS BRAVOS 10- I hate hate - RAZZY 11- Girl from the mountain - GUETTO BROTHERS 12- Talk to me - SUNNY AND THE SUNLINERS 13- Kulala - MIRIAM MAKEBA 14- Esta én canção - TIM MAIA 15- The limit of a man - STONE FOUNDATION (featuring LAVILLE) 16- Without a heart - SHARON JONES & THE DAP-KINGS 17 - I'd rather go bling - ETTA JAMES 18- Do right woman, do right man - ARETHA FRANKLIN 19- It's over - COUNTRY SOUL REVIEW (featuring GEORGE SOULE) 20- Woman's got soul - THE IMPRESSIONS 21- Candy - THE ASTORS 22- You've been gone too long- ANNE SEXTON 23- I am the black gold of the sun - ROTARY CONNECTION

Playlist COEO - Cabrio Mango Juan Mejia - Sazon (Mijangos Afroflamenco Remix) G. Zamora - Trajin Jon Mavek feat. E.L.F. - Riva Del Mare Parte Uno Daniel Carrasco, DJ Cocodil - La Parker Damir Pushkar - La Casa Faze Action - Zeke Manyika - Mangwana  Joeski, Xiomara, Adrian ViaFara - A La Vida feat. Xiomara Inaky Garcia, Jerry Davila, Mimi Barber - Cada Vez Doug Gomez, Manybeat - Mar Caribe Dany Cohiba - Chica Colombiana Inaky Garcia, Manybeat - Cumbancha HallexM, QVLN - Periodico de Ayer instagram: andino_music facebook: andinoofficial  SoundCloud: andinoofficial  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16LhNmqU4ks&t=2394s

 Looking back at 2023 at the music that went under my radar, or I should have played and that I have played. I just can't believe some of the music that has been put out in 2023, there have been so many times my breath has been taken away by what I have listened to and where it has taken me. So this show is just not a round up of 2023, it's what I have listened to during the year be it old or be it new. Info website - www.raysroom.org email - raysroom@mail.com Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections 2BJazz – Content - Blogs - Interviews - Music Videos - Images - Albums https://www.raysroom.org/2bjazz-1 My Info - https://www.raysroom.org/introducing-ray Please enjoy the music I love from different times and different places. MCR Playlist Artist - Track - (Album) DoomCannon Lex Amor – Time feat (Lex Amor) Thiago Espirito Santo Bruno Cardozo Cuca Teixeira Josué Lopez - The Guardian (Open Roads) The Circling Sun – Jewel (The Circling Sun.1) Antônio Neves Marcos Esguleba – A Pegada Agora E Essa Kamaal Williams – Dogtown Joshua Moshe – Levels Kahil ElZahr - Ritual trio – AFRICANOS-LATINOS Jas Kayser, Ava Joseph, Giacomo Smith – Darness in The Light ( Darkness in The Light.1) Ezra Collective - Samuel L Riddim (Samuel L Riddim) Isobella Burnham – In Power Ambala, Laid Back – Walk With The Dreamers Danny Keane – Afro Cello – Super Full Moon Rework Brian Blade - Live By The Sword Tristan Banks, Paul Booth, John Crawford and, Davide Mantovani - Dust Devil Aja Monet - Why My Love Leon Phal - Balanced Action Surprise Chef - Pash Rash Antônio Neves Marcos Esguleba – A Pegada Agora E Essa Janek Gwizdala – Night Watch Me'shell NdegeOchllo – God Shiva Rymden - The Norwegian Radio Orchestra - Free as a Bird Matthew Halsall - An Ever Changing View ( An Ever Changing View) Gratts featuring Nathan Haines & Mr. Beale – Sun Circles – Original Version Isaiah J Thompson The Soul Messenger (The Power of the Spirit)

Antonio Forcione is an artist in every sense of the word, hailed as one of the most charismatic, unconventional guitarists at large in the musical world today. With a host of international awards under his belt, this eclectic composer never ceases to stun his audience on stage, leading him to be referred to as the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the acoustic guitar”. His solo performances never fail to bring the house down, let alone when he is performing in duo, as a trio, or with his quartet of international musicians. He breaks the mould of most conventional guitar sounds, be it in the field of jazz, Spanish, African, Brazilian or improvised music, with ferocious virtuosity, passion and humour. He has shared the stage and recorded with some of the world's most accomplished musicians including Charlie Haden, Angelique Kidjo, Trilok Gurtu, Larry Coryell, Diego el Cigala and many more (see list below) as well as supporting giants such as Phil Collins, Bobby McFerrin, Zucchero and Van Morrison amongst others. For more Info - Antonio Forcione Blog - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs/antonio-forcione Info website - www.raysroom.org Rays info - www.raysinfo.org email - raysroom@mail.com Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections 2BJazz - Content - Blogs - Interviews - Music Videos - Images - Albums https://www.raysroom.org/2bjazz-1 Antonio Forcione Blog - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs/antonio-forcione Antonio Forcione Website - https://www.antonioforcione.com/ Please enjoy the music I love from different times and different places. MCR Playlist Artist - Track - (Album) Antonio Forcione - Heartbeat (Live) Antonio Forcione Quartet – Attempo (Live) - (Antonio Forcione Quartet) In Concert) AKA Trio – Joy – (Joy) Antonio Forcione & Sabina Sciubba – Why can't we live together - (Meet Me In London) Antonio Forcione – Maurizo's Party - (Ghetto Paradise) Benito Madonia Rossana Casale Antonio Forcione – Com un BamBino - (Vento Del Sud) Sarah Jane Morris Antonio Forcione – Take Me Home – Live (Take Me Home) Antonio Forcione – Song for Zimbabwa - (Sketches Of Africa) Antonio Forcione, Neil Stacey – Birdland - (Talking Hands) Sarah Jane Morris Antonio Forcione – Message in a Bottle – (Compared to What) Antonio Forcione – Night Passage - (Ghetto Paradise) Antonio Forcione - Indian Cafe - (Ghetto Paradise) Antonio Forcione - Tears of Joy – (Tears of Joy) Antonio Forcione – I heard it through the Grapevine – (Live) Antonio Forcione – Africa - (Sketches Of Africa) Antonio Forcione – Alhambra – (Touch Wood) Antonio Forcione – Landmark – (Tears of Joy)

This month's show is all about Fela Kuti. In three sections I take you through some of my favourite Fela Kuti tracks, music from his sons Seun and Femi and some tunes inspired by the great man himself. Essential Info Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Explore our Website - https://www.raysroom.org Dive into Blogs, interviews and content, Music, Videos, Images, and Albums to listen to and purchase And more: 2BJazz - https://2bjazz.com All social media links and more - https://www.raysroom.org/ndfm-link-tree Email - ndfm@mail.com Enjoy the Music we Love NDFM Tracklist 1. Shakara/Lady pt 1 - Red Hot Org and Cheikh Lo 2. Highlife time - Fela Kuti 3. Elbe Mi O (carry me) - Fela Kuti 4. Shuffering and Schmiling - Fela Kuti 5. Upside Down - Fela Kuti 6. Jeun Ko Ku (chop and quench) - Fela Kuti 7. African Soldier - Seun Kuti 8. Bad Man Lighter (ft Black Thought) - Seun Kuti 9. Na Oil - Seun Kuti 10. Gimme my not back - Seun Kuti 11. Truth Don Die - Femi Kuti 12. Privatisation - Femi Kuti 13. Evil People - Femi Kuti 14. Kalakuta Show - Fela Kuti, Mix Master Mike and Red Hot Org 15. Water Get No Enemy - Fela Kuti 16. Let's Start - Ty 17. Grown Man Sport - Pete Rock and Inl 18. Colonial Mentality - Fela Kuti 19. Smithsonian Institute of Rhyme - Blackalicious ft Lateef 20. Whatcha Gonna Do - Missy Elliott and Timbaland 21. So Be It - Red Hot Org

 Welcome to a slightly delayed November Jazz Matters! My super duper new computer hit a monster snag with a hard disk crash, all programs and loads of info disappeared. Thankfully, all of my music is stored externally, but my playlist and show notes took a dive. So, it's all about the music and less chat this time. I'm thrilled about the jazz lineup this month—it's solid from beginning to end. And speaking of special occasions, a big shout-out to the incredible Joni Mitchell, whose birthday was on November 7th. I'm tipping my hat and wrapping up the show with two fantastic pieces from Joni. Enjoy! Essential Info Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Explore our Website - https://www.raysroom.org Dive into Blogs, interviews and content, Music, Videos, Images, and Albums to listen to and purchase And more: 2BJazz - https://2bjazz.com More info @ blogs - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs Rays Info - https://www.raysinfo.org All social media links and more - https://www.raysroom.org/ndfm-connecthub Email - raysroom@mail.com Enjoy the Music I Love Playlist David Dufft Quartet – Pulse Matthew Halsall – An Ever Changing View Kathryn Moses - Music In My Heart Billy Valentine The Universal Truth – The Creator Has A Master Plan Espen Eriksen Trio with Andy Shepard - as good as it gets Cleo Sol – Reason Micheal Davis-Hip-Bone Big Band - Hossaland corto.alto – Bye – Bad With Names everwave Coflo Hailey Niswanger – Temporary Exposition Dhafer Youssef Herbie Hancock Ambrose Akinmusire Nguyên Lê Dave Holland Adriano Dos Santos Tenorio Vinnie Colaiuta – Flying Dervish Janek Gwizdala – Night Watch Greg Foat Eero Koivistoinen – The Sandpiper Greg Foat Gigi Masin – Viento Calido Kofi Flexxx Anthony Joseph – By Now (Accused of Magic) Nicola Conte Zara McFarlane – Life Forces – noja Robert Glasper – Maiden Voyage + Everything in It's Right Place Nicola Conte Bridgette Amofah – Dance of Love and Peace – Part 1 Atlantis Jazz Ensemble – Enlightenment Andy Sheppard - Learning to Wave Lezlie Harrison – Fly Like An Eagle Joni Mitchell How Do You Stop Joni Mitchell Harlem in Havana

Welcome to another episode of Music4takingOff. This is a special mix for NDFM recorded live @bananamamasgn Enjoy the music we love For more more Show, Specials & Mixes: https://pod.co/nudirections Andino Music: facebook.com/andinoofficial Instagram.com/andino_music soundcloud.com/andinoofficial Playlist Amana Melome - Caterpillar (Atjazz Remix) If I Had a Band - DJ Fudge Aldo Vanucci - Get a Hold on This (The Allergies Remix) De la Muerte - Our Culture Dj Rodriguez - Vibes & Tribes (Tito Valdez Remix) G Rillo - Da Force Nikos & Lamech - Jubilee Funk Sicania Soul - Starlite (Danny Krivit Re Edit) Papik - Staying for Good (Guido Nemola Classic) M2 - Peninsula (Sicaria Soul Reconstruction) The Sepia - Last Tango in Paris Felipe Acero - Vitto Vaneltty - Time Out Axwell - Nobody Else (A Trak Extended Remix) Drumkraft - Reflection Keys Reel People feat Vanessa Freeman - The Light Polix - Get It (Nocturnal Dub) Alex Molinari - Get Down Boggie Belladona - Black Jazz Enoki - Let You Know T.U.R.F. - Sweet Desires Magnus - All I Want is You Jorn Johansen - Afloat Junior Sanchez - Keep On Reaching (Dub) Schegg - Lives In My House Jerico - Follow Me Kohib - So Good (Reggie Gots Beats Remix) Caveman - Just 4 U (Joey Chicago Remix) Karina Nistal - Like In Paradise (Funk Dub Edit) K69 - Dont Stop The Music Tables 86 - Keep It Cazanacli - Jack & Rhodes Aspen Bizarre Disco - Love Will Fix It Rain People feat Marcus Begg - Trippin on Love The Elastic Band - Sunny Don Carlos - Take me Higher (Yukihiro Fukotomi Instrumental) Andradez - Take Toke Acraze - Funky Town Jimmy Ross - S.O.S. of Love

 Trivial is my new monthly mix for NDFM - November 2023. Music cannot change the world, so they say. Sure, it can alter our way of thinking and, thus, it may improve our human existence. With a little help from my friends, I have used quotes of wisdom by celebrated writers, poets, scientists and musicians interluding with music. Something trivial means ordinary, superficial and not relevant. Our order of relative importance of matters is in many ways dictated by our way of living. But what if we got it wrong?  Mestizo Sounds is Music Without Frontiers. You will find information on the quotes included in the mix at https://mestizosounds.wordpress.com/2023/11/04/trivial/ PLAYLIST 1- Wow and Flutter - STEREOLAB 2- Adiza Claire - LE SUPER BORGOU DE PARAKOU 3- Manhattan - ENRIQUE MORENTE & LAGARTIJA NICK (featuring ESTRELLA MORENTE) 4- Delirium - EUPHORIA 5- Moondog Monologue - MOONDOG 6- Bindi - MUKTA (MATTHIEU BALLET Remix) 7- Between the Past - WOODS 8- Shifting tides - 2TALL 9- Shelter from the Ash - SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE 10-Satt Att Se - DUNGEN 11- I Wonder - SCOTT SESKIND 12- Your Love is Mine - HOLLY GOLIGHTLY 13- Confidence - TOM LEACH 14- Elionora - MIGUEL DURAN 15- Dalena - ANTONIO CARLOS E JUCAFI 16- The World Needs Changin' - HANK JACOBS & DON MALONE

I first discovered Trilok Gurtu's music around 25 to 30 years ago when it was playing in a record store. It was like my soul instantly connected with his music, and I've been following his work ever since. About a decade later, I had the incredible opportunity to back up Trilok in a performance. Let me tell you, he left me completely awestruck. During the sound check, he did something mind-blowing – he used his left hand and left foot on a standard drum set while simultaneously using his right hand and foot to create a completely different rhythm on an Indian percussion setup. "Wow" is the only word that can capture what I witnessed and heard; it was truly breathtaking, and it left my brain and heart wanting more. Later, I had the pleasure of meeting Trilok in person. I can confidently say that he's not only an extraordinary musician but also a genuinely nice person to chat with. Trilok Gurtu's musical journey began in Bombay, India, where he was born into a musical family. He started playing at a very young age and later travelled to Europe, where he joined the Don Cherry quartet and went on to tour worldwide with groups like Oregon, collaborating with jazz and world music greats. Over the years, he evolved as a musician and performer, blending modern jazz and rock with elements of Indian rhythms and singing into his compositions. His stage presence and humorous presentations added a unique aspect to his performances. Essential Info Music free to stream - https://pod.co/nudirections Explore our Website - https://www.raysroom.org Dive into Blogs, interviews and content, Music, Videos, Images, and Albums to listen to and purchase And more at 2BJazz - https://2bjazz.com I've turned this special project into a blog post to include all the extra information. Check it out by clicking the link - https://www.raysroom.org/blogs/trilok-gurtu Rays Info - https://www.raysinfo.org All social media links and more - https://www.raysroom.org/ndfm-link-tree Email - raysroom@mail.com Enjoy the Music I Love Ray Ray Playlist Trilok Gutu – Shobharock Trilok Gutu - Have We Lost Our Dream Trilok Gutu – Believe Trilok Gutu - Seven Notes to Heaven Trilok Gutu – Vak Trilok Gurtu Maya Trilok Gutu - African Fantasy Trilok Gurtu Jhulelal Trilok Gurtu – 21 Spices Trilok Gutu - Big Brother Trilok Gutu - Crazy Saints Trilok Gutu - Josef Erich Trilok Gutu - The Other Tune Trilok Gurtu Simon Phillips NDR Big band - Beaucoup Useful links Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trilok_Gurtu Trilok's website - https://www.trilokgurtu.com/ Trilok's Biography - https://www.trilokgurtu.com/biography.html Recommended Album - Twenty Years Of Talking Tabla – Excellent definitive album of Trilok's music https://www.discogs.com/release/5189868-Trilok-Gurtu-Twenty-Years-Of-Talking-Tabla-The-Definitive- YouTube Trilok Gutu & Joe Zawinul (2 Masters) live recorded at the North Sea Jazz Festival 1994 – Highly recommended - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQWKbUC57_8

 This month's show is all about the live music that I have seen over the summer. From local gigs, festivals and gigs in New York, This is the sounds of my summer. Info Website - www.raysroom.org Music Player - https://pod.co/nudirections Tracklist 1. Magic in Threes - Rancho Relaxo 2. Jimetta Rose and the Voices of Creation - Let the Sunshine in 3. Children of Zeus - Still Standing 4. Children of Zeus - No love song 5. Erykah Badu – Appietree 6. Erykah Badu - Didn't cha know 7. Carrtoons - Be there for you 8. Gabriels - Love and hate in a different time 9. Gabriels - One and only 10. Brian Jackson - Little Orphan Boy 11. Brian Jackson and Gil Scott Heron - It's your world 12. Fred Wesley - Pass the peas 13. Fred Wesley - Blow your head 14. Black Star – Definition 15. Black Star – Respiration 16. KRS One - Can't wake up 17. KRS One - Sound of da police 18. The Jungle Brothers - Straight out the jungle 19. The Jungle Brothers - Doing are own dang 20. Heroes of Limb – T.R.O.Y 21. Sergio Mendes - Mas Que Nada 22. Sergio Mendes – Magalenha 23. Ezra Collective - Victory dance 24. Ezra Collective - Chapter 7 feat Ty 25. Jazz Spastics - Cognitive Fusion

This programme is a small sample of the great music from North Africa. My selection includes traditional and modern music. The exotic sounds of North African music and its hypnotic rhythms have attracted some famous Western rock musicians. Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones in 1968 found trance music in Morocco with The Master Musicians of Jajouka so powerful that he recorded a live album presented to the world as Brian Jones Presents the Pipes of Pan at Joujouka. In my selection, there is a piece of the Master Musicians of Jajouka. This time was recorded by the British producer Talvin Singh in 2000. Their style of music is of Sufi tradition and it has a trance quality. Same with the Gnawa music from Sahara. Mahmoud Guinia was a celebrated star of this genre. From the desert too is Tinariwen (Algeria/Mali), the Tuareg band with extraordinary links to the blues music. From Argel is the superstar of Rai music Khaled. France is a country that has an important music community of the Algerian diaspora such as Gnawa Diffusion and the recently deceased Rachid Taha. Another extraordinary band from Morocco that you can listen to is Aisha Kandisha's Jarring Effects, one of the most avant-garde North African bands. They used technology and modern Western sounds for the purpose of their indigenous music, not the other way around to adapt to Western music by smothering their productions. Underher is AKA for Khaled Bess, a Tunisian/Canadian successful electronic producer. His productions are very representative of electronic music with melancholic tone. I don't usually repeat music I have played in previous shows or mixes. One of the exceptions is the very catchy and feeling-good song Ayonha by Libyan (and resident in Egypt) songwriter of Arabic Pop Hamid El Shaeri. Natacha Atlas is part of the North African diaspora (British/Egyptian). She is a prominent figure in the British World music scene. Amine Bouhafa is also part of the North African music diaspora. He is Tunisian but residing in France. Bouhafa is one of the most successful young film music composers who won a prestigious international award with the soundtrack of Timbuktu. I hope this selection whets your appetite to learn about this fascinating music. Playlist Introduction music Castles made of sand by JIMI HENDRIX Info NDFM Website - info – pics – Content - Music Videos – NDFM's own Music Player Please go to - https://www.nudirectionsfm.com/ 1- Salam - YOUCEF 2- El Mouka - AISHA KANDISHA'S JARRING EFFECTS 3- Njoom al level - AHMED FAKROUN 4- Zabou - AMINE BOUHAFA 5- Imidiwanim - TINARIWEN 6- Glibi - BAB L'BLUZ 7- Shaba kouria - MAHMOUD GUINIA 8- Sidi Habibi - ABDELKADER SANDOUM 9- Diaspora - NATACHA ATLAS 10- Strained are we - UNDERHER (KOA Remix) 11- Ayonha - HAMID EL SHAERI 12- Aicha - KHALED 13- Raï Derli - DJAM & FAM 14- Ida - RACHID TAHA 15- Baba El Gnawi - GNAWA DIFFUSION 16- Trance Dance - HAMI BAROUDI (DJ KRUSH Mix) 1 17- Searching for the passion - THE MASTER MUSICIANS OF JAJOUKA (featuring BACHIT ATTAR)

 Welcome along to my African extended mix, my first after our long summer break, in this mix, you will hear a spread of Jazz from the continent of Africa. As I was carried away preparing for this mix, what started as around a one-hour mix grew into a two-hour mix. The music I select for you will be unlike anything else you'll hardly hear elsewhere, my playlists are always uncompromising, bold and sometimes challenging, often changing in tempo and style to avoid getting stuck into the same groove. Bringing together music I think the world needs to hear and mainstream music channels so often overlook. Info website - www.raysroom.org cardpage - www.raysinfo.org email - raysroom@mail.com Please enjoy the music I love. Balance Playlist The Brother Moves On – Umthandazo – Wamagenge Yonela Mnana – Leagan Ayanda Sikade – Mdantsane Amadou & Mariam – Magossa Zoe Modiga – Inganekwane Thandiswa – Ndiyahamba AfroCubism – Al Vaiven da Mi Carreta Dollar Brand. Archie Shepp – Barefoot Boy From Queens Town Issa Bagayogo – Timbuktu Kyle Shepherd Claude Cozens - A1 Leagan Starchild JustHlo - Ill Be There The Brother Moves On – Ta Tom Les Freres Coulibaly – Boroto Manu Dibango – Wakafrika Moses Taiwa Molelekwa – Dance to Africa Ndabo Zulu. Umgidi Ensemble – Abansundu Nabamhlophe Philip Tabane and Malombo – NgwanaO Ya Lela Shane Cooper. MABUTA – Joburg Poem Sibongile Khumalo – Umhome Siya Makuzeni Sextet – Brazen Dream Baaba Maal – African Woman

Balance in Thinkin' about Ivan Conti 16 August 1946 - 17th April 2023 (age 76) Ivan Conti (aka Mamao) was regarded as one of the greatest drummers on earth. A true rhythmic innovator, Starting his music career as a session drummer with Odeon Records, Ivan collaborated with artists such as Gal Costa, Roberto Carlos and Jorge Ben Ivan gained standing as one of the founding members of Azymuth and is Brazil's answer to Tony Allen, Steve Gadd, Ginger Baker or Trilok Gurtu, Azymuth is a Brazilian jazz-funk group formed in 1973. The original lineup was a trio composed of José Roberto Bertrami, Alex Malheiros, and Ivan Conti, they gained international recognition in the 1970s and signed with Milestone Records in 1979, where they recorded a number of albums. I first saw Ivan in Manchester some 20 years ago when Azymuth came to town, Azymuth was not really on my radar but I was taken by a friend of mine, well, as the concert started I was an instant convert, amazing. Ivan Conti also explored solo ventures and electronic dance music collaborations throughout his career. Known for his unique drumming style blending jazz-funk with Brazilian rhythms, contributing to Azymuth's distinctive sound. Ivan's career has spanned far beyond half a century's worth of recordings with the likes of Milton Nascimento, Eumir Deodato, Marcos Valle, Hyldon, Gal Costa and Jorge Ben. More recently Mamao recorded an album with hip-hop giant Madlib under the AKA ‘Jackson Conti'.  Info website - www.raysroom.org cardpage - www.raysinfo.org email - raysroom@mail.com Please enjoy the music I love. Ray. Playlist Mamond. Ivan Conti - Preguicman Ivan Conti, grassmass, Stephan Feitsma, Andre Bruni, - Mexe Azymuth – Linha do Horizonte Mamond, Ivan Conti – O Surdo Ron Trent, Ivan Conti, Lars Bartkuhn, – Cool Water Azymuth – Jazz Carnival Azymuth – In My Treehouse Marcos Valle – Mentira (Chega De Mentira) Azamuth - Starchasers – 4 hero Remix Azymuth – Dear Limmertz Azymuth – Tudo Que Voce Podia Ser Azymuth – Villa Mariana – De Tarde Jackson Conti – Sao Paulo Nights

 Welcome to the first Jazz Matters show, the response to my Jazz Matters mixes was overwhelming, so I've decided to make it into a monthly show. Jazz is the music that has a special place in my musical heart and this monthly show will lean heavily into Jazz with occasional musical excursions into other genres. The music I select for you will be unlike anything else you'll hardly hear elsewhere, my playlists are always uncompromising, bold and sometimes challenging, often changing in tempo and style to avoid getting stuck into the same groove. Bringing together the music I think the world needs to hear and that mainstream music channels so often overlook. Please feel free to contact me with any comments or suggestions. Info Website - www.raysroom.org My info - www.raysinfo.org email - raysroom@mail.com Please enjoy the music I love. Playlist Rymden & The Norwegian Radio Orchestra – Fee as A Bird Léon Phal – Fuck Yeah Jaco Pastorius - John and Mary Tristan Banks, Paul Booth, John Crawford and, Davide Mantovani - Dust Devil Magnus Ostrom - Safe and Sound Isaiah J. Thompson, Julian Lee, Philip Norris, TJ Reddick, – The Soul Messenger. Don Cherry - Universal Mother Chroma – Afterwards. Jean-Luc Ponty – Ye Ke Ye Ke Yarni, Rachel Shirley, Ben Marks, Jonoa, - Transitions RA-RE – Hidden Treasures Simon Mavin – Good Hair Day Danny Keane – Afro Cello – Super Full Moon Rework Terri Lyne Carrington, Ravi Coltrane, Elena Pinderhughes - Respected Destroyer John Beltran - As The Sun Alfa Mist – Variables Duncan Eagles – Elden Yellowjackets Onyx Manor Ashley Henry - Cranes in the Sky. Yussef Dayes Venna Charlie Stacey - Black Classical Music feat Venna & Charlie Stacey Links Rymden - https://www.rymden-music.com/home Leon Phal - https://leonphal.com/en/home/

This new programme is about the influence of Ralph Hutter and Florian Schneider, the leaders of the German band KRAFTWERK, in modern Pop music and other different trends. Probably, the most influential band in the history of pop music, especially since the ninety-eighties The playlist is a journey of modern music covering from the German underground scene where Kraftwerk started to the electronic music greatest artists as Aphex Twin through their Japanese counterparts of Yellow Magic Orchestra, the Disco music of Giorgio Moroder, the techno-pop of the Human League, the electro-punk of Suicide and D.A.F. the post-punk sound of Manchester Factory record band A Certain Ratio, their influence in the Hip hop pioneer Africa Bambaataa, the Dub, ambience and world music creators of Bill Laswell and Jah Wobble and the House music pioneers of Derrick May (founder of the Detroit Techno music) and the NY DJs of Masters at Work. Kraftwerk music was the seed of many forms of modern music — the band who saw the Future and showed us the way. PLAYLIST 1- The Robots - KRAFTWERK 2- Filmmuzik - E.M.A.K. 3- Love action - HUMAN LEAGUE 4- Misery Train - SUICIDE 5- Der Mussolinie - D.A.F. 6- Chase - GIORGIO MORODER (Midnight Express film soundtrack) 7- Planet Rock - AFRICA BAMBAATAA & SOULSONIC FORCE 8- Computer power - JAMIE JUPITOR 9- Computer games - FRANK CORNILIUS 10 - Vortex - AVIADOR DRO Y SUS OBREROS ESPECIALIZADOS 11- Dino - HARMONIA 12- Lucinda - A CERTAIN RATIO 13- The Ha Dance - MASTERS AT WORK (KEN/LOU mixx) 14- Tour de France - KRAFTWERK (remix ETAPE 2) 15- Alsema Dub - JAH WOBBLE & BILL LASWELL 16- Insomnia - YELLOW MAGIC ORCHESTRA 17- We are the music makers - APHEX TWIN 18- Strings of life - DERRICK MAY

This is a Mix recorded live during one of my sets in Saigon. It's a selection of House and Groovy tracks that I love playing loud and want to share it with you. Have fun and enjoy the music we love Info NDFM Website - info – pics – Content - Music Videos – NDFM's Music Player Please go to - https://www.nudirectionsfm.com/ Andino Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andinoofficial Andino Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andino_music/ Rick Marshall -  Afro Boogie Elisa Elisa - Coco Caribe Two Step - Ah Mad Wave Funkybeat - Express Yourself Mochakk - Concrete Jungle  Alaia - Breathing Nick(Italy), Samuele Mogavero, Monica Venturella - What's The Use Aluna & TSHA - Killing Me  Everybody Get Up (Jazz-N-Groove Nu Disco Vocal) Adrien Calvet - Lounge Club Sugar Hill - 4 Me Corcra - Summer Grooves  Black Loops - Suki

 The "Long Way Home" mix tries to capture the real or imaginary journey for safety and security in the face of menace. PLAYLIST 1- As the world turns out - JESSICA PRATT 2- Caught low - ROLLING BLACKOUTS COASTAL FEVER 3- Porth la - GWENNO 4- Vento Bravo - EDU LOBO 5- Vidiconia I - BIBIO 6- Saans Lo - AROOJ AFTAB 7- Anything could happen - THE CLEAN 8- Rhododendron - HURRAY FOR THE RIF RAF 9- It's my time - THE MYNAH BIRDS 10- Chains - WILLIAM S. FISCHER 11- Gloom Steez - RAS G 12- Java Bass - SHUT UP AND DANCE featuring THE RAGGA TWINS 13- Saadi Belwali Jani - GNAWA IMPUSE (JAN RASE remix) 13- Bloody Border - MANU CHAO & CHALART58 14- Exit everything - ROWLAND S HOWARD