A New Life Vol. II Independent & Regional Jazz In Great Britain 1968-1988 CD

A New Life: Vol. II continues Jazzman’s deep archival exploration of Britain’s independent and regional jazz scenes between 1968 and 1988. This compilation uncovers rare private‑press recordings, community ensemble sessions, and boundary‑pushing compositions that sat far outside the mainstream. From spiritual jazz and modal explorations to funk‑leaning grooves and avant‑leaning improvisation, the collection highlights the creativity flourishing across the UK’s overlooked jazz communities. Essential listening for collectors of British jazz obscurities.

Track Listing

1. Gerry McClelland – Come, Listen To Me
2. Don Rendell Five – Unicorn
3. Billy Jenkins – Pharoah Sanders
4. Frank Evans – Pipe Of Peace
5. Hotpoints – Put The Wood On The Fire
6. Inner Ear – Dunkelfunk
7. RedBrass – Sunspots
8. Big Sun – I Dream Of
9. Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra – Down In The Hollow
10. Robert Shaw & The Dick Hawdon Quintet – A North Country Lass Tells Her Sorrows
11. Big Baffle – Bikini Atoll
12. Music Explosion – Bending Over Backwards
13. Pat Crumly Sextet – Senufo Chant

Features

• CD compilation curated by Jazzman Records
• Rare and previously hard‑to‑find UK jazz recordings (1968–1988)
• Includes spiritual jazz, modal, funk‑jazz, and regional ensemble works
• Part of the acclaimed A New Life archival series

Information
Label: Jazzman – JMANCD 101
Catalog Number: JMANCD 101
Barcode: N/A
Country: Europe
Released: 2018
Genre: Jazz
Style: Spiritual Jazz / Modal / Jazz‑Funk / Regional UK Jazz
Number of Discs: 1 CD