Bitter-sweet

Bryan Ferry And His Orchestra

His recent excursions into the roots of jazz have seen Ferry reinterpret his old standards as free-wheeling jazz instrumentals.

This might sound self-indulgent but the former Roxy Music leader is at his most forward-thinking when he’s looking back. Inspired by his work on the soundtrack of the Sky Atlantic/ Netflix series Babylon Berlin, Ferry embarks on a comprehensive reinterpretation of his catalogue via the lens of jazz.

Bitter-sweet sees

Ferry in his element, and it’s a joy to hear.

our verdict 7/10