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bio: From his debut in 1986 Russ Dewbury has become one of the most influential and, highly respected figures on the international dance music scene. Brighton based Dewbury is one of the top DJs on the circuit and has developed a substantial reputation as live music promoter, record compiler,broadcaster, composer/ producer and all - round musicologist.
One of the original UK jazz DJs, Russ opened the Brighton Jazz Rooms in 1987. Stronger than ever in 2006, the Jazz Rooms has become one of the most successful sessions in club history. a legendary affair that all should attend (Straight No Chaser Magazine). From this base Russ has performed at all of the top clubs worldwide and enjoys a hectic touring schedule.
As an acknowledged champion of live music Russ Dewbury is best known as promoter of the renowned "Brighton Jazz Bop", an essential date in the live music calender. Established in 1988 the Jazz Bop features exclusive live appearances from a whos who of artists. Combining international cult musicians together with the scenes best new acts,these shows regularly attract audiences of up to 2000.
The sessions have featured Art Blakey/Jazz Messengers ,Pharoah Sanders,Spearhead, Terry Callier, Jon Lucien, Jamiroquai, The Roots, Herbaliser, Marlena Shaw and many others. Other Jazz Bop projects have taken the show to London, Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, Berlin, Zurich and other European cities. Dewbury launched the Jazz Bop concept in Australia in 2004 with a Nationwide Tour featuring the Quantic Soul Orchestra and Alice Russell which recieved rave reviews and a 3 page article in International music magazine Straight No Chaser. A second tour featuring the Quantic Soul Orchestra, Alice Russell, The Bamboos and DJ Mad Mats played to full houses accross Australia in November 2005. A third tour featuring US based Breakestra is set for November 2006
Russ has played a key role in the independent record industry. Originally signed to BGP Records as A+R chief he was instrumental in the rediscovery of artists including Jean Jacques Perrey and Terry Callier who he subsequently managed for a period. He has since developed a reputation for quality compilation releases spanning the dance arena. These include the hugely successful "Africa Funk" and "Club Africa" series for Strut Records and the "Freedom Time" and "Jazz Bizniz" projects for Counterpoint Records.
2003 was an exciting year for Russ, realising a life long ambition with the release of his first ever album of original compositions. Together with Producer Ben Mitchell the pair created a contempary classic blending cutting edge studio techniques with live performace to create an intriguing mixture of Cosmic Soul, Jazz Disco and Universal Blues. Mitchell and Dewbury's first LP "Rapping with the Gods" on Mumo Records recieved much critical acclaim and airplay all over the world and work begins soon on the follow up.The pair have also remixed Terry Callier,Roy Budd and Hipnosis for various labels. Mr Bongo recods will be releasing a collection of original tunes and remixes entitled "Beyond the Rains" in February 2007.
In his role as a Broadcaster Russ has created the critically acclaimed "Nu Jazz Spectrum" radio concept which enjoys a cult international audience and can currently be found on Brightons Juice 107.2 and on the Internet through www.totallyradio.com He also features on various National stations including BBC Radio 1,Jazz Fm,and BBC London Live.
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