{"title":"Xhosa Cole","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"654\"\u003eXhosa Cole is one of the most exciting new voices in British jazz — a tenor saxophonist whose tone channels the spirit of Coltrane while remaining unmistakably modern. Winner of the 2018 BBC Young Jazz Musician award, his debut \u003cem data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eK(no)w Them, K(no)w Us\u003c\/em\u003e showcases a fearless blend of tradition, improvisation and social consciousness. Explore our \u003cem data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eXhosa Cole\u003c\/em\u003e vinyl collection, featuring debut recordings and collaborations that capture the next wave of UK jazz.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"xhosa-cole-quartet-know-them-know-us-2021-stoney-lane-records-uk-vinyl-lp","title":"Xhosa Cole Quartet – Know Them, Know Us (2021 Stoney Lane Records UK Vinyl LP)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eReleased in \u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e2021\u003c\/strong\u003e on \u003cstrong data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eStoney Lane Records\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eKnow Them, Know Us\u003c\/em\u003e is the debut from \u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eXhosa Cole\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most striking new voices in \u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eUK jazz\u003c\/strong\u003e. The album plays like both a tribute and a statement, tracing a line from the language of hard bop into the conversation of modern British improvisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eCole’s tenor tone is full and fiery, steeped in Coltrane’s spirituality and the energy of London’s current scene. Backed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eJames Owston\u003c\/strong\u003e on double bass and \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eJames Bashford\u003c\/strong\u003e on drums, the quartet moves with instinct and warmth, stretching tradition without losing touch. Guest appearances from \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eSoweto Kinch\u003c\/strong\u003e on alto sax, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eReuben James\u003c\/strong\u003e on piano and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eJay Phelps\u003c\/strong\u003e on trumpet bring extra colour and depth, each adding their own shade to Cole’s generous leadership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eThe set list draws from jazz history while pushing forward. \u003cem data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eZoltan\u003c\/em\u003e opens with bold rhythmic phrasing, \u003cem data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eBlues Connotation\u003c\/em\u003e digs deep into post-bop swing, and \u003cem data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eOn a Misty Night\u003c\/em\u003e finds the group flowing in lyrical unison. The record closes with \u003cem data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eWhat’s New\u003c\/em\u003e, a quiet moment that shows Cole’s sensitivity and command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eThis album captures the pulse of a scene coming into its own. \u003cem data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eKnow Them, Know Us\u003c\/em\u003e stands as both homage and renewal, a confident first statement from a tenor player reshaping the sound of contemporary British jazz.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoney Lane Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42553519210555,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3203\/3339\/files\/a3797695044_10.jpg?v=1761307130"}],"url":"https:\/\/lushliferecords.com.au\/collections\/xhosa-cole.oembed","provider":"Lush Life Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}