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Ben Wilcock
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Ben Wilcock is a New Zealand pianist and composer. After years of working as a session musician Ben dedicated his musical output to jazz. Forming Thick Records NZ with John Rae in 2014, he released ‘Sneaky Weasel’.
Since then he has released five albums as a leader. The lastest release is Splendid Isolation, a 14 song collaboration of original material with John Rae.
With his 2021 release ‘The River Tethys’, Wilcock broke away from conventionality through an eclectic mix of harmonic centres and brave improvisation The album is based on the characters and worlds from the sci-fi novel series 'Hyperion Cantos' by Dan Simmons. Each track on ‘The River Tethys’ is based on different unique worlds explored by protagonists within the sci-novel.
March of the Octopus
By Ben Wilcock
Label: Thick Records NZ
Released: 2025
Track listing: What's in a name; March of the Octopus; Suzy; Llueve en la Primavera; Song for Eddie; PSFJ;
Disruption; The Fox; Kei te pehea koe
Leading New Zealand Jazz Musicians Launch New Quintet Album
Ben Wilcock and John Rae, long-time collaborators and co-founders of Thick Records NZ, bring their shared vision to life on this recording, captured at Auckland’s legendary Roundhead Studios. They are joined by close musical companions Patrick Bleakley and Roger Manins, both internationally regarded voices in jazz, along with emerging guitarist Theo Thompson, whose fresh sound expands ...
New Zealand Jazz Icon Releases Album With Swiss Pianist
Despite 50 years age difference, Kim Paterson and Alex Ventling grew a bond through their common appreciation towards improvising and the jazz tradition. On regular visits to Kim’s house in Red Beach, Auckland, the two would listen to records, discuss music, philosophise, and play together. These visits first began 10 years ago and formed a lasting ...
Splendid Isolation
By John Rae
Label: Thick Records NZ
Released: 2024
Track listing: Intro; Apple Road; From Here To There; Say It With A Smile; Tak A Minute; The Expanse; Try Tone; Splendid Isolation;
Archie'S Rumble; Yes; Position Normal; Esperar; Always Alone; Brainiac; Daddy What Did You Do In The War.
New Zealand Duo Release Splendid Isolation
Award winning composers and musicians John Rae and Ben Wilcock have produced a stunning fourteen song collaboration of unique original material. Joined by the celebrated New Zealand bassist Patrick Bleakley, the album has been described as—beguiling—(PBS, The Modernist). Featuring guest artists Scottish guitarist Kevin Murray the Tunesmith, former Black Seeds Irish based saxophonist Jabin Ward and ...
A Focus On The Work Of Allison Burik And Some New Releases
by Bob Osborne
On this show we focus on the work of Allison Burik. Also recent releases from Brûlez les Meubles, Biagio Coppa & Intrepid Trio, June Yun, John Rae and Ben Wilcock, Cecil Taylor, Joseph Daley, Jorge Cariglino, and Blue Moods. Playlist Show Intro 00:00 Allison Burik “Fragment 94" from Realm (Self Released) 00:54 Bellbird “Bluff" ...
The River Tethys
By Ben Wilcock
Label: Thick Records NZ
Released: 2021
Track listing: Sol Draconi Septum; La Rosita; Grooving High; First Gate; The Butterfly; T'ien Shan; Aenea; The Stinger;
Chicthatuk; The Secret Life of Music; Star Eyes
New releases and a focus on Caroline Davis
by Bob Osborne
On this episode of the show you'll hear new releases from Ben Wilcock, Jake Baxendale and Jasmine Lovell-Smith, William Parker as a leader, and, Francisco Mela featuring Matthew Shipp and William Parker as a sideman. There's also a deep dive into Chicago jazz in 2015 with a focus on alto saxophonist Caroline Davis and various bands ...
Goodnight T.V.
By Ben Wilcock
Label: Thick Records NZ
Released: 2020
Track listing: Here comes Trouble, Time Was, Eronel, African ripples, Autumn in New York, The Secret life of Music,
Faded Resolution, One More Round, Misty, Dancers in Love, Lush Life, Besame Mucho, Slow Burn, The
nearness Of You, I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter, Goodnight T.V.
