Radio 2 Jazz Artist of The Year
2005 Winner - Jamie Cullum 2006 Winner - Jools Holland
WINNER - Curtis Stigers
Vocalist, saxophonist and guitarist Stigers forsook his pop career to return his first love of jazz, though blues, country and rock filter through into his sophisticated but emotionally compelling performances.
Madeleine Peyroux
Often compared to Billie Holiday, Madeleine Peyroux has spent the last eleven years perfecting her blend of jazz, roots music and folk, most notably on the million selling "Careless Love".
Allen Toussaint
One of the most influential figures in American R'n'B, Allen Toussaint has penned, produced or played on hits for the likes of Otis Redding, The Neville Brothers and The Meters. Most recently he's collaborated with Elvis Costello.
