‘Time’ is a journey of discovery, not only in Jess Gillam’s mastery of her instrument but also in re-worked compositions.

‘Birdsong’ is a respectful and classy homage to Charlie Parker and the music which has influenced Champian Fulton since she was small.

Dinosaur’s ‘To the Earth’ creates a range of moods and themes, while also stepping back to past influences and forward into new territory.

A new venture from Chris Montague, Warmer Than Blood brings the composer and guitarist together pianist Kit Downes and electric-bassist Ruth Goller.

There is a dreamlike quality to the sound which Erodoto Project creates on the forthcoming ‘Mythos – Metamorphosis,’ and a sensuality.

The Hot Club of Philadelphia’s ‘Gypsy-Americana’ is joyful, very listenable and well worth the five-year wait for fans.

‘Witch ‘n’ Monk’ transcends definition, cheerfully sitting on the outer reaches of contemporary music, jazz-punk and experimental music.

‘Another Kind of Soul’, Tony Kofi’s terrific tribute to Julian ‘Cannonball’ Adderley, has a wonderful ambience – and a slight poignancy.

A mix of contoured creations, Julie Campiche’s ‘Onkalo’ is one of those albums which improves listen by listen.

Murmullo features five young and very talented musicians whose surety and confidence in what they do is growing.