Jazz Journal included A Breath of Fresh Air in its roundup of new releases sent for review in July and August 2025, singling out Mason's album as its Editor's Pick, a distinction reserved for the release the editorial team considers most worth a reader's attention that cycle.
The pick came ahead of the album's official October 24 release, giving A Breath of Fresh Air an early signal boost from one of the UK's most established jazz publications well before the record reached shelves and streaming platforms.
ABOUT JAZZ JOURNAL
Founded in 1948, Jazz Journal is one of the UK's longest-running jazz publications, covering the genre's history alongside current releases through a mix of reviews, features, and regular new-release roundups like the one that included this pick.
ALSO AVAILABLE
A Breath of Fresh Air is available on vinyl, CD, and as engraved sheet music, with a student discount for enrolled learners. For updates, subscribe to Sean’s mailing list.
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