One Jazz in collaboration with Jazz FM are delighted to announce I AM WARRIOR – a co-production with Tomorrow’s Warriors – a new series that will introduce listeners to some of the most exciting young emerging artists in the genre.
Over six episodes, vocalist Ni Maxine, saxophonist David Kayode and trumpeter Shanise Hall will share their personal connections to jazz legends, highlight classic tracks that have influenced their own work and explore contemporary jazz trends.
The third show by David Kayode is currently playing on One Jazz and, along with the first two episodes from Nia Maxine and Shanise Hall, is available to hear on our Listen Again pages.
Jez Nelson, co-founder of One Jazz, said: ‘Tomorrow’s Warriors is unquestionably one of the most important organisations in the story of UK jazz. It’s amazing to look at the wealth of young musicians that have passed through their doors over decades. One Jazz was built to provide a platform for artists to express their passion for the music. We’re proud to have I Am Warrior joining our roster of quality jazz shows from diverse voices around the world. Ni, Shanise and David are just the kind of young voices we want to hear from and develop to be part of One Jazz’s future.’
Nick Pitts, Content Director at Jazz FM and Magic Classical, said: ‘When we sat down with the team from One Jazz about this exciting and innovative project and the opportunities around it, we thought it would be a great opportunity to highlight what sits at the centre of jazz – collaboration. And there’s no one better to collaborate with than Tomorrow’s Warriors who have proven time and time again to be ground breakers and tastemakers in the UK jazz scene’
Dr Gary Crosby OBE, Tomorrow’s Warriors Co-founder and Artistic Director said, ‘We are delighted to collaborate with our good friends and colleagues at Jazz FM and One Jazz. Over 33 years, Tomorrow’s Warriors has supported thousands of musicians to build sustainable careers, with more artists wanting to build multi-faceted careers in broadcasting and presenting. Our collaboration is a fantastic development opportunity for Ni, David and Shanise, three Warrior emerging artists with an exciting future ahead. Listeners will be able to enjoy the musical journeys, influences and inspirations of the next jazz generation.’