“Energetic, unapologetic hybrid of funk, fusion and irrepressible swing” - AllAboutJazz London-based organ trio Wild Card have been described as “fearless, because this feverish ensemble isn't afraid to bring on the funk, the bop, the pop, the swing or Afro-Blue when they want to” (Mike Jurkovic on AllAboutJazz.com). Formed in 2011 by French guitarist Clement […]
New project combining modern jazz, Scandinavian improvised music, Eastern European folk and contemporary classical Polish guitarist Jakub Klimiuk, now based in London, made his first appearance on the British jazz scene at the EFG London Jazz Festival in 2022, performing music from his quintet’s EP “Reluctance”. He has performed in jazz clubs across the UK […]
Electro-acoustic fusion trio brings the harp into the 21st century Chube is a young fusion band based in Cardiff led by Ben Creighton Griffiths (Electric Harp/Keys) with Ashley John Long (Basses) and Jon Bradford-Jones (Drums). They draw their inspiration from a wide variety of artists and genres, writing electro acoustic music that pushes the boundaries […]
An unapologetically different slant on the guitar trio format King Heron are a guitar trio sprung from Bristol’s modern jazz scene, bringing together lyrical expression, hard-edged basslines and clanging rock to form their own distinct blend of progressive beats and fluttering soundscapes. Jacob Houghton’s perpetually melodic guitar phrases glide around Cerith Evans’ stoic low-end rumble […]
Improvisation, hip grooves, beautiful melodies, unique musicianship, interplay and virtuosity Having returned to playing from serious health issues and major surgery, renowned Birmingham-based trumpeter and flugelhorn player Bryan Corbett is back doing what he does best! His Instrumental Groove Unit is an original project full of improvisation, hip grooves, beautiful melodies, unique musicianship, interplay and […]
Hot Latin vibes from top UK horn section in a 7-piece lineup TRYPL was formed by three exceptional horn players who have worked together on numerous recordings and performances and share a love of Latin-jazz. The band name is derived from the founding members names - trombonist Trevor Mires (Jamiroquai, Incognito, David Sanborn, Alicia Keys), […]
A fiery 5-piece combining jazz, Afro-beat and Latin rhythms from an incredible young drummer This event is the first in our "Up!Beat" series, celebrating drummer-led bands and focusing our minds, in an increasingly divisive and polarising world, on the positive things we have in common that unite us all. Jas Kayser played on my first […]
The next generation making their mark on the jazz continuum Impossible Conversations are five lads from Birmingham making their mark on the contemporary jazz world. Each of these young musicians bring their unique musical background and a combined love of jazz to create a sound that is both familiar, fresh and truly special with every […]
Jazz and hip-hop infused consciousness from an astoundingly creative drummer and her trio Unfortunately we have had to postpone Romarna's Chaos Trio until later in the year. Instead, we have one of Romarna's students and Tomorrow's Warriors Frontline drummer Miranda Radford with her quartet, performing on Thursday 27th February. Romarna Campbell is an irrepressible force […]
Tomorrow’s Warriors Frontline drummer with her quartet featuring the stars of tomorrow This event replaces the previously published Romarna Campbell's Chaos Trio, which we have unfortunately had to postpone until later in the year. Miranda Radford is a 19-year-old drummer who is most definitely ‘up and coming’ on the London jazz scene. She has studied […]
Western jazz blended with Ghanaian and Nigerian dance styles, embracing a musical culture dating back centuries Lekan Babalola is a two-time Grammy Award-winning musician, film director, and conceptual artist with over 40 years in the arts. Awarded his first Grammy in 2006 for performances on the late Ali Farka Toure’s album ‘In the Heart of the […]
One of the most exciting and accomplished jazz guitarists in Europe today Rob Luft is undeniably one of the most exciting jazz guitarists in Europe of his generation. Hailing from London, this award-winning virtuoso has garnered comparisons to legends such as John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola, Paco De Lucia, and Kurt Rosenwinkel. Rob is a […]
