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Imperfect Bread: Imperfect Bread

Read "Imperfect Bread" reviewed by Neil Duggan


Imperfect Bread were formed in 2021 and, combining the traditions of British singer-songwriters with Dutch free jazz, they have created an unusual sonic landscape. After spending time honing their sound, performing throughout the Netherlands and winning awards, they have in 2024 released their debut album. This features nine tracks with music and lyrics written by British drummer Rod Oughton. Oughton formed the band whilst he was studying in Amsterdam. He has previously recorded with his London-based octet OK ...

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OK Aurora: Only In Autumn

Read "Only In Autumn" reviewed by Chris May


Rod Oughton is a young London drummer with considerable technical proficiency, and a composer and bandleader of promise. With his octet OK Aurora, which prominently features singer Alina Miroshnichenko, Oughton aims to bridge the gap between jazz and what might rather patronizingly be called intelligent pop. Only In Autumn is the band's second release, following the self-produced EP Baby Zeza (2019). The intelligent pop part of Oughton's equation lies primarily in the lyrics, just under half of ...


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