29/01/12 - Writing and Recording Like Mad!
I've worked with some great people (Joe Stilgoe and Lili Reinisch to name a couple), and I think the different collaborations come across in the work. I can't post any just yet, but don't worry - I'll be making the usual song and dance about it as soon as I can!
I'm working - I promise!
06/11/11 - Great review of my recent gig in Taunton
I love it when (good) reviews come in! Click here to read Phil Hill's review of my recent gig in Taunton.
If you're local and you missed it, don't panic! I'm playing in Taunton on December 4th - go to the Dates page for more information.
18/10/11 - Hardcastle 6 is No. 1 on the US Smooth Jazz Chart
I woke up this morning to the news that Hardcastle 6, my third album with Paul Hardcastle, is No. 1 in the US Smooth Jazz chart.
Not only is it my third album with Paul, it's also my third No. 1. What great news for a gloomy Tuesday in October!
If you've not heard the album yet, click here to go to Amazon, and try before you buy.
I've been asked to appear on a Star-Studded Radio Show!
I've been asked to appear on Anne Diamond's BBC Radio Berkshire show on Monday 26th September!
The live broadcast will be a 'Musical Brunch' held at Laurie Holloway (MD Parkinson/Strictly Come Dancing)'s house, and will feature Wendy Craig, Rolf Harris and Sir Michael Parkinson. I think I'll be singing a couple of Laurie's arrangements, and maybe talking about what it's like to work with Laurie, but honestly, I'm not sure what I'll be doing! It should make for interesting radio!
To listen from 10am on Monday 26th September, click on this link, click 'Listen Live' and enjoy! If you miss it, don't worry - I'll post a link to the iPlayer afterwards.
Hardcastle 6 Enters the Billboard Jazz Chart at No. 4
Hardcastle 6 has entered the Billboard Jazz Albums chart at Number four -not bad for its debut week!
The album has already received some great reviews from the people who matter most - the people who actually buy it! Go to www.amazon.com to read the reviews and to buy a copy. Help us get the album to number one!
This is Becki's highest chart position EVER on Billboard, so we're very pleased here at beckibiggins.com!
The +Ve reviewed in June edition of Jazzwise Magazine - (28/06/10)
The first official review of Becki's new album, 'The +Ve' has been published by Jazzwise Magazine. In June's edition of the magazine, the album is given a glowing review by Peter Quinn. Particular highlights include a comparison to Melody Gardot's (original) version of 'Who Will Comfort Me?' and a description of her vocal sound. Go to the Reviews page to read more!
Subscribers of the magazine may also have seen a familiar face in the adverts section - it seems that Becki is the 'poster girl' of the Marlborough Jazz Festival!
Becki's Second Independent Album, The +Ve, Out Now!
In what is certainly the most exciting news this year, we're thrilled to tell you that Beck's second independently produced album, The +Ve ("The Positive"), is out now. Recorded in November, and featuring the Laurie Holloway trio and Malcolm Edmonstone, this album is a must-have for any Team BB supporters!
The limited edition CD features 12 tracks, including jazz standards beautifully arranged by Becki, Laurie Holloway and Malcolm Edmonstone. The album's very individual and eyecatching artwork is by Darren Nelson, and the disc is packaged in an environmentally-friendly Digipak case.
Click here to listen to clips of the new tracks and to buy your copy today!