Tony Allen and Martin Speake
Pioneering drummer Tony Allen shares some of the music that inspires him. Plus UK saxophonist Martin Speake’s International Quartet in session.
Jumoké Fashola presents a session from UK saxophonist Martin Speake’s International Quartet, who recreate the sparkling melodies and inventive solo flights of their latest release, Intention, alongside brand new material. The band features pianist Ethan Iverson (formerly of The Bad Plus), drummer Jeff Williams and bassist Calum Gourlay.
Also in the programme, pioneering drummer Tony Allen shares some of the music that inspires him and reflects on his time creating afrobeat with Fela Kuti and meeting his hero, Art Blakey.
Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin’ Else.
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Martin Speake International Band
Mufti Day
- Live in session for J to Z.
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Obradovic-Tixier Duo
A Reckless Path
- The Boiling Stories Of A Smoking Kettle.
- Naim.
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Kurt Elling & Danilo PΓ©rez
Stays
- Secrets Are The Best Stories.
- Edition.
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Carla Bley, Steve Swallow & Andy Sheppard
Life Goes On
- Life Goes On.
- ECM.
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Thelonious Monk Trio
Honeysuckle Rose
- The Unique Thelonious Monk.
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Martin Speake International Band
Bill Rothwell
- Live in session for J to Z.
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Martin Speake International Band
Joy
- Live in session for J to Z.
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Hazel Scott
A Foggy Day
- Relaxed Piano Moods.
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Tony Allen and Hugh Masekela
We've Landed
- Rejoice.
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Max Roach
Rumble In the Jungle
- M'Boom.
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Fela Kuti
Zombie
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Tunji Oyelana
Ojo
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Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
The Drum Thunder Suite
- Moanin'.
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Martin Speake International Band
Open Heart
- Live in session for J to Z.
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Martin Speake International Band
Mother Nature
- Live in session for J to Z.
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- Sat 29 Feb 2020 17:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 3
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