At the end of 2020, saxophonist Patrick Cornelius returned to Whirlwind with his new release Way of the Cairns, a release inspired by the surroundings of Maine’s Acadia National Park. The release features long-time collaborators Kristjan Randalu, Michael Janisch and Paul Wiltgen. The album is available to order on 2x
“A superb cohabitation, where alchemy creates perfect cohesion.” Radio REC Out now on 12″ LP 180g Limited Edition Vinyl, CD & DL: here Four tracks now streaming on Spotify’s ‘State of Jazz’ and ‘Jazz X-Press’ Zurich based musician Arthur Hnatek is one of a new breed of players who
Arthur Hnatek‘s music sits on a continuum between acoustic and electronic soundworlds. His compositional style constantly fluctuates between the two, borrowing different elements in a synthesis of sounds that takes the music outside of usual genre descriptions. The first three singles from his debut trio album Static are testament
The latest single from Swiss drummer Arthur Hnatek‘s debut trio release Static is now available to stream on all platforms: here. ‘MIDI Sans Frontieres’ is the third release from the trio, and is available as an instant download with every pre-order of the album. You can find more details about the album
To end a very weird year on a high note for us, big thanks to Echoes Music Magazine and Jazz News Magazine France, who both feature Whirlwind’s 10th anniversary. The publications interview founder Michael Janisch talking all things past, present and the future of the label. Check out both features
Saxophonist Josephine Davies is one of the standout voices on the UK’s creative music scene. A saxophonist and composer, she recently released a third album, How Can We Wake?, with her ensemble Satori. The trio, featuring Davies on saxophone, James Maddren on drums and Dave Whitford on bass, are quietly establishing
Swiss drummer Arthur Hnatek‘s musical style combines broken beat, electronica and traditional trio playing, and is success in merging all three areas has seen him establish himself as a go-to sideman for projects involving Tigran Hamasyan and Erik Truffaz. Static sees him team up with Fabien Iannone and Franceso Geminiani
Veteran drummer Jeff Williams recently released his sixth solo release on Whirlwind Recordings. The album is the latest in a stellar career that has seen him collaborate with players including Lee Konitz, Stan Getz and Dave Liebman. The album is out on 12″ LP 180g Limited Edition Vinyl, CD &
Over a forty year career, drummer Jeff Williams has worked with some of the biggest names in jazz, from Stan Getz to Lee Konitz. Born in Ohio, educated at Berklee and now living in London, his association with Whirlwind as a sideman and a leader stretches right back to
Altoist Rudresh Mahanthappa‘s Hero Trio was one of 2020’s best received jazz albums globally, making many of the end of year ‘Best Of’ charts from the global jazz press. It was also very well received by fans of Whirlwind, selling out on Vinyl. We’re delighted to announce a new second press, in
At the end of 2020, saxophonist Patrick Cornelius returned to Whirlwind with his new release Way of the Cairns, a release inspired by the surroundings of Maine’s Acadia National Park. The release features long-time collaborators Kristjan Randalu, Michael Janisch and Paul Wiltgen. The album is available to order on 2x 
“A superb cohabitation, where alchemy creates perfect cohesion.” Radio REC Out now on 12″ LP 180g Limited Edition Vinyl, CD & DL: here Four tracks now streaming on Spotify’s ‘State of Jazz’ and ‘Jazz X-Press’ Zurich based musician Arthur Hnatek is one of a new breed of players who 
Arthur Hnatek‘s music sits on a continuum between acoustic and electronic soundworlds. His compositional style constantly fluctuates between the two, borrowing different elements in a synthesis of sounds that takes the music outside of usual genre descriptions. The first three singles from his debut trio album Static are testament 
To end a very weird year on a high note for us, big thanks to Echoes Music Magazine and Jazz News Magazine France, who both feature Whirlwind’s 10th anniversary. The publications interview founder Michael Janisch talking all things past, present and the future of the label. Check out both features 
Saxophonist Josephine Davies is one of the standout voices on the UK’s creative music scene. A saxophonist and composer, she recently released a third album, How Can We Wake?, with her ensemble Satori. The trio, featuring Davies on saxophone, James Maddren on drums and Dave Whitford on bass, are quietly establishing 
Veteran drummer Jeff Williams recently released his sixth solo release on Whirlwind Recordings. The album is the latest in a stellar career that has seen him collaborate with players including Lee Konitz, Stan Getz and Dave Liebman. The album is out on 12″ LP 180g Limited Edition Vinyl, CD & 
Over a forty year career, drummer Jeff Williams has worked with some of the biggest names in jazz, from Stan Getz to Lee Konitz. Born in Ohio, educated at Berklee and now living in London, his association with Whirlwind as a sideman and a leader stretches right back to 
Altoist Rudresh Mahanthappa‘s Hero Trio was one of 2020’s best received jazz albums globally, making many of the end of year ‘Best Of’ charts from the global jazz press. It was also very well received by fans of Whirlwind, selling out on Vinyl. We’re delighted to announce a new second press, in