Polar Bear's drummer and band leader Seb Rochford came in for a chat in the first half of the show, when he also announced that their new album Same As You has just hit the Top 40. Host Tina Edwards discusses new material and strange recording techniques with Seb, before convincing him to give her a drum lesson live on air - crash bang wallop.
Chicago's hottest band Hypnotic Brass Ensemble entertain in the second half of Jazz Standard, with an appearance from Smoov, Clef and Cid. Following their show at Ronnie Scott's last night, the 'bad boys of jazz' share news about their new sound, which is more hip-hop inspired than ever before, and stories about their recent SXSW performance.
A special jazzy thanks to Jazz Services, Fane Management, London Jazz News, Riot Squad, Ronnie Scott's, Air Management and all of the incredible artists who have appeared on the show over the last year. And lastly, the hugest of thanks goes to you, the listeners. You rock.
