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Gilles Peterson's moving tribute to DJ Chris Hill

Broadcaster Gilles Peterson pays a moving tribute to the profound influence of DJ Chris Hill, whose soundtracks defined the 1970s rare groove scene and inspired a teenage Peterson's musical journey.

Discover the authentic music of New Orleans

An immersive travel guide to the living music scene of New Orleans. Explore the city's legendary jazz haunts, vibrant Cajun dance halls, and the very spots where American music history is made every night.

Brazilian Jazz Legend Hermeto Pascoal Dies at 88

The music world mourns the loss of Hermeto Pascoal, the eccentric and profoundly influential Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist known as 'O Bruxo' (The Sorcerer), who has died aged 88.

Helen Mirren: 'I was underestimated for my looks'

Screen legend Dame Helen Mirren opens up about overcoming early career prejudice due to her striking beauty, sharing how she turned underestimation into her greatest strength in a candid new interview.

Florida's Oyster Collapse Silences a Jazz Tradition

The catastrophic decline of Florida's oyster population is not just an ecological disaster; it's unravelling the cultural fabric of Apalachicola, silencing a unique jazz heritage born on its shores for generations.

Funeral director kept baby's body in living room for years

A funeral director in Hull has been struck off after an investigation revealed he kept a baby's body in his living room for two years and stored a bouncer in a coffin. Read the shocking details of the misconduct hearing.

Police officer's Nazi salute and shooting sparks investigation

A Victoria Police officer is under investigation after allegedly performing a Nazi salute and firing a rifle in a residential street in Porepunkah. The off-duty constable's shocking actions, captured on video, have prompted an urgent probe by Professional

Trading Standards Officers Barred from London Court

Officials from Somerset Council were refused entry to Inner London Crown Court to present crucial evidence in a major fraud case, raising serious concerns about public safety and legal procedures.

Thylane Blondeau denies cosmetic surgery rumours

French model and 'most beautiful girl in the world' Thylane Blondeau breaks her silence on persistent cosmetic procedure rumours, insisting her looks are completely natural in a fiery new interview.

Chloe Ferry Leads Celeb Cosmetic Surgery Reversal Trend

Geordie Shore's Chloe Ferry joins a growing movement of celebrities opting to dissolve or remove cosmetic enhancements, sparking a major shift in beauty standards. Discover why the 'reverse surgery' trend is taking the UK by storm.

Laufey: Redefining Jazz for a New Generation

Exclusive interview with Grammy-winner Laufey on her meteoric rise, conquering the charts with modern jazz, and her highly anticipated new album 'A Matter of Time'.

Kate Moss's Water Brand Declared 'Unsafe to Drink'

Supermodel Kate Moss's premium Voss Water faces a major crisis after health inspectors find its UK supply 'unsafe to drink'. Exclusive details on the contamination and the brand's response.

Rabiot's mother slams Marseille over 'double standards'

Veronique Rabiot, mother and agent of Juventus star Adrien Rabiot, has launched a scathing attack on Olympique de Marseille, accusing the French club of hypocrisy in their pursuit of Manchester United's Mason Greenwood while hesitating on her son.

Laufey's London Jazz-Pop Triumph: Concert Review

Icelandic-Chinese sensation Laufey delivers a breathtaking performance in London, blending jazz classics with modern pop sensibilities and proving her status as a genre-defining artist.

Laufey's 'Bewitched': A Modern Jazz Masterpiece

Rising jazz star Laufey unveils her highly anticipated new album, 'Bewitched', a masterful collaboration with Taylor Swift's producer Aaron Dessner that adds a modern, poignant edge to classic bebop.

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