Guardian Music — Vortex, LondonDouble bass player Holland and saxophonist Parker brought drama and richness to an inspiring set that showcased improvisation at its bestThose who condemn freely improvised music – for what they see as its variations on themes of... more info

The Quietus — Richard Dawson and Evan Parker for July festival more info

Destination Out — “Who would have thought a series of soprano saxophone duets would be so compelling?” So begins one rave review of this classic summit meeting between three of jazz’s finest improvisers. The performances on Three Blokes find Lol Coxhill, Evan... more info

Destination Out — Evan Parker has done as much to advance the language of the saxophone as his namesake Charlie. This is one of his essential releases and a great introduction to his innovations. It’s a solo album comprised of short tracks and… Continue reading ... more info

Destination Out — London Air Lift features one of saxophonist Evan Parker’s most stirring and sympathetic quartets – including guitar, bass, and drums. It showcases Parker’s links to the jazz tradition while carving out new sonic territory. These eight tracks ... more info

Destination Out — To ring in 2013, we present a pair of superlative Schlippenbach Quartet albums. Three Nails Left features the classic line-up of Evan Parker, Alexander von Schlippenbach, Peter Kowald, and Paul Lovens, captured live in 1974 (side 1) and 1975 (side 2)... more info

Guardian Music — (Maya)The Glasgow Improvisers' Orchestra is celebrating its 10th birthday, with gigs at Glasgow's CCA running until 1 December. That rare beast, an all-improv group with coherence, the GIO have often invited leading improviser-composers to give the o... more info

Guardian Music — Baloji | Tinariwen | Glasgow Improvisers Orchestra Festival | Wolfgang Rihm | Django Bates' Beloved | Purity RingBaloji, LondonSkeletons dancing in the street, car surfing, a baptism, boxing, and a shop called "No Comment". In 2010, without record co... more info

Guardian Music — (Palmetto)In this set from New York's Village Vanguard, the great US pianist Fred Hersch is accompanied by the superb bassist John Hébert and drummer Eric McPherson. Hersch's ostensibly conservative approach is rooted in song-based jazz-piano conven... more info

Guardian Music — Azealia Banks, ManchesterSomething of a rough diamond when she first appeared, Azealia Banks is an artist in the process of being buffed to a high sheen. Writer of a head-turning C-bomb-dropping single, 212, Banks immediately found herself a magnet f... more info