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Publications covering "Dark Horse" (released 2026)

injazz met Co de Kloet (NL) 26-01-2026

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Thank you Co de Kloet for having our music in your podcast!
injazz is a weekly podcast featuring new music, mainly of artists living in the Netherlands, including special recordings, archives, and new talent, in collaboration with NPO Luister and Omroep Max. Read more here (in Dutch).

English translation of the press release:

MAX launches new jazz podcast injazz with Co de Kloet

Starting Monday, January 5, 2026, you can regularly hear an hour of Dutch jazz and related styles in the new MAX podcast "injazz with Co de Kloet." The podcast offers a broad and colorful palette of jazz music, highlighting young talent, established names, and unique collaborations. The podcast is available for free every Monday via NPO Luister and other podcast platforms.

New and Established Jazz
In the numerous podcasts "injazz with Co de Kloet," listeners will hear music by emerging and established jazz talent, recordings made at festivals large and small, newly released (jazz) CDs, and original productions with (inter)national soloists and orchestras.

Co de Kloet
Presenter Co de Kloet is the driving force behind the podcast. He has been active as a musician, composer, radio presenter, music teacher, and producer since the early 1980s. He says: "The collaboration with Omroep MAX is a fantastic opportunity to bring the rich, diverse Dutch jazz scene to the attention of the widest possible audience. Public broadcasting has always been an important platform for this music, and that's being done once again."

With this podcast, Omroep MAX offers a platform for the extensive Dutch jazz scene. Musical diversity and cultural heritage united in a genre that has put the Netherlands on the international map for decades.

Previously this was also broadcasted on Jazzism:

Hilary Seabrook (UK), 11-12-2025

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UK VIBE (UK), 02-01-2026

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Vinylfan (Germany), January 2026

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English translation:

The musical program of "Dark Horse" is characterized by groovy and funky sounds rooted in the traditional styles of 1960s bebop and 1970s fusion. With their top-notch quartet—comprising James Hurt (Fender Rhodes, piano, clavinet, organ), Gerald Cannon on bass, and Willie Jones III on drums—they present a modern and creative interpretation of contemporary jazz that nevertheless remains deeply grounded in tradition.

The album's eight tracks radiate a vibrant, almost spontaneous energy, with virtuosic solos highlighting the musicians' technical prowess. Particularly impressive is their interpretation of Charlie Parker's "Au Privave," in which the quartet pays wonderful homage to bebop, albeit not at the original tempo. Another highlight is "Kalunga Dance," whose driving Latin groove unfolds with captivating dynamism.

The vinyl version also impresses in terms of sound: The pressing quality is excellent and makes the listening experience perfect.

The Walker's (Japan), January 2026

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English translation

Amsterdam-based saxophonist Susanne Alt releases her 7th studio album. Recorded in New York with the same session members as her previous album Royalty for Real, the music is rooted in natural, groove-oriented compositions.

Performed together with top-class musicians, the album has a warm, immediate live feel. Melodically soulful and rhythmically driven—drawing from funk, Latin, and hip-hop—it strongly appeals to both jazz fans and groove lovers alike.

The album includes “Jazz Biotic,” “Dark Horse”, and the tribute-inspired “Maple Jam.” The title Dark Horse reflects the spirit of revealing unexpected potential and breaking new ground—marking this as a highly anticipated work in Alt’s evolving career.