EVENTS & LIVE MUSIC

Over the last decade Mark Kavuma has established himself as a key player in London’s rapidly expanding jazz Scene. As leader, he has released two albums, ‘Kavuma’ (2018), voted among the best albums of the year by Downbeat magazine and The Banger Factory (2019), both released with UK record label Ubuntu Music. Currently Mark is working on setting up ‘The Banger Factory’ record label which is set to launch in the Autumn with their first release: Kavuma and The Banger Factory – Arashi No Ato.

Line up;

MARK KAVUMA trumpet

THEO ERSKINE alto sax

MUSSINGHI B EDWARDS tenor sax

DESCHANELGORDON piano

JACK GARSIDE bass

WILL CLEASBY drums

Mark infuses this indelible musical movement with the energy, attitude  and swagger of a new generation of creators. He has a unique and  distinctive trumpet sound. His lyricism, soulful tone and grace of  technique spread infectious joy and mutual excitement among audiences  and fellow musicians alike. His music is full of energy, vibe, blues and  rhythm. Hints of gospel, soul and spiritual jazz can also be traced  within his compositions. With this groovy music he may just bring jazz  back to the dance floor.

JOSH BRENNAN

https://www.wegottickets.com/event/527869

Ewan Bleach Quintet

Hot jazz from the 1920s and 30s led by one of the UK’s finest young jazz talents.

Full backline, PA & drums / keys / amps. (Individual disposable Mic covers changed every set – singers feel free to bring your own microphone as well. We and the Spice have carefully considered and implemented the safest way for us all to raise the roof and have a rocking night.

The Spice of Life

presents

Dove Jones Blues Jam Party

September 6th, 2021 7-11 PM (doors open 6)

Admission: Pay What You Can Afford Policy

Suggested Contribution: £5

The four musicians all have strong and distinctive Individual voices, but the band sound they make together is warm, playful, intimate, intricate and intense’. Jazz Journal.

Julian Costello Quartet plays venues across London, has toured the UK three times with support from the Arts Council and has toured France, Poland, Germany and Belgium.

“Julian Costello is a sax lyricist, telling his stories of life’s ups and downs with perfect alteration of tone to impart strength, humour and even frailty at times” Sammie Stein Jazz in Europe

They have recorded two albums on the acclaimed label 33jazz the first called Transitions  recorded at The Artesuono Studios in Italy with ECM engineer Stefano Amerio and the second album Connections: Without Borders recorded at the studios of Norwegian Pianist Øystein Sevåg in Norway engineered by Sebastian Ohmert Sonic Impulse Berlin.

https://www.ticketweb.uk/event/a-small-killing-hungry-spice-of-life-tickets/11469845

Canadian Sandra-Mae is a one-off, she’s a delightfully swinging singer as well as a first-class tenor saxophonist.

The Brass Funkeys are an 8-piece London-based Brass Band who draw on the traditions of New Orleans. Formed in 2011, they have played at major festivals including Glastonbury, Wilderness and the North Sea Jazz Festival as well as London venues including The O2 Brooklyn Bowl, Koko Camden, and Ronnie Scott’s. Whether performing a powerful amplified stage show or as a totally mobile marching band, the Brass Funkeys bring together some of the most talented musicians in London in an eclectic live show bursting at the seams with ideas and infectious energy.

After the cancellation of dozens of live dates in 2020, The Brass Funkeys are not taking lockdown lying down, instead embarking on an ambitious project to release four EPs of new material over the course of the year. “Live at Cambridge Junction” features their high-energy stage show while “Crunch” showcases original material continuing their exploration of a new genre: #ThrashBrass. Their latest EP release “Ruin” explores pumping, heavy, brass-led covers from girlband to heavy metal, marking the Brass Funkeys out as a trailblazer in the new generation of UK Brass Bands, while still holding true to the New Orleans sound.

Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IP3CmrLuUV0&list=PLpE32IR1t5BkqiCccEZQtk_CQQuGpF5jE

Meló
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/melo/

Inspired by 90s femme grunge bands like No Doubt and L7, MELÓ’s unique vocals, coupled with her bittersweet contrast between light-hearted indie-alternative instrumentals and darker lyrical content bring a modern twist to the female empowered musicians of the ‘90s.

MELÓ aims to create a space of vulnerability using lyrics that de-stigmatize and discuss issues of mental health and manipulation, to create a space of understanding and acceptance. Taking a male-dominated genre, and shifting the narrative both musically and lyrically to align with these beliefs. With her debut EP ‘Youthless,’ out November 25th she is excited to finally share her current and future releases live with you.

Glorybox
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/glorybox/

Glorybox is a three-piece band playing synth-driven, energising and genre-blending tunes which draw on their love of 90s dance and RnB, with an edge of rock.

They released their first EP, Ripple the Calm, in 2020. Their live sets have a party feel and they are pumped to be back onstage in 2021.

Tar Babies
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/tar-babies/

Garage rock band through and through, emulating the 60s sounds with the modern trash vibe, originating from north London. Strong influences include Parquet Courts, The Grateful Dead, Pixies.

Salaryman
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/salaryman/

SALARYMAN are an indie/folk five-piece based in Hackney, East London. Led by songwriter Kieran Keohane (vocals, guitar), the band emerged from lockdown with a sound spanning folk, pop and shoegaze, taking inspiration from Sam Fender, Kurt Vile and The War on Drugs among others. Carrie Linney (vocals, keys), Sean Guy (bass), Jan Trafas (drums) and Ollie Clark (strings, brass) complete the lineup.

The band came together in June 2021 to record three singles at BUFFALO STUDIOS, LIMEHOUSE, which are due for release in 2022.

May Roze
https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/may-roze/

May Roze is a London based singer-songwriter-producer, born and raised in Switzerland.

Influenced by names such as Björk, Kate Bush, Enya, as well as musicals, May performed in musical plays since the age of 6 until the age of 14 to finally find her love in developing her own sound and identity.

Since the start of her journey on stage at just 3 years old and throughout the years, she has taken part in numerous projects bringing her to some of the most notorious studios to taking part of the semi-finals of the swiss Eurovision.

Since 2015, her releases have been featured in blogs, magazines, played on multiple radios and playlists all over Europe.

May is at the moment working on her first EP.

MINIMUM AGE: Strictly 18+ (I.D may be required)

STUDENT DEALS: Music students (ACM, BIMM and ICMP) receive Early Bird Ticket price on the door. Valid student photo ID required and entry is subject to capacity

NICKY LIBERO

https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/nicky-libero/

A young rising artist from south east England , coming with a new fusion of UK hip hop, jazz , soul and rock to create a unique style detailing his trials and tribulations.

After finding his passion from music at 15, he studied music from then onwards , since then has been played on kiss fm, and performed at venues such as the o2 Islington , the rocksteady and many other venues round london.

After making his first mixtape and now , Venturing out from the sticks into the city to make his debut in the music industry , at 20 years old , he is ready to get performing again post corona and use this opportunity to reunite the people

Yorke

https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/yorke/

Yorke is a new producer/artist from Oxford, England. His main influences include the likes of Flying Lotus, Childish Gambino and Lapalux as his music ranges from ambient indie jams like “The Storm” to upbeat dancefloor fillers like “Chips.

He has recently released his debut EP named Peur Eternus (in mythology this means a child-god who is forever young) after working for almost 2 years on the project. You cannot understate the artistic vision in this project through the sound choices, and also considering the diverse styles of music that is found in this tape. This shows that Yorke is extremely well-rounded musically and is desperate to showcase his talent to the underground rap world.

Sophomooreik

https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/sophomooreik/

Sophomooreik, a 23 year old artist from NW London combines elements of trap and electronic music with alternative hip-hop and released his first EP, EASYAS…[growing up] in October 2019, showcasing “staggering, rapid fire delivery. As with his debut, Sophomooreik’s second offering EASYAS…[self indulgence] EP released in Oct 2021, firmly demonstrated his ability as a shrewd and perceptive storyteller, using his own experiences and those of people around him, to construct a semi- fictional, semi- autobiographical yet always authentic narrative, that develops over each track. Now ready to release his debut Mixtape ‘OMS’ in Nov 2021.

BrandosLife

https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/brandoslife/

BrandosLife is a twenty-year-old rising singer-songwriter, producer and performer from North-West London, United Kingdom. Brando’s goal is simply to make music that moves people, from exploring personal experiences to music that gets you off your feet. Through his ‘can’t get this out of your head’ melodies and pop like lyricism he truly knows how to connect to his audience; ripping off the band-aid and speaking what words cannot articulate. With a strong R&B background, Brando’s music is his own unique replication of the reminiscent 90s with a modern infusion. Dabbling into a variety of genres you’re never set on what you’re going to get from him.

Olina

https://hotvox.co.uk/artist/olina/

My name is Olina and I am a London-based singer/songwriter from Greece. As a true introvert I write songs to prevent bottling it up and I add a lot of metaphors to cover it up when it gets too personal.

I am studying Forensic Science, I love painting and plants. My biggest influences are Phoebe Bridgers and Keaton Henson and my music blends folk, pop, singer/songwriter.

Currently I’m recording my second EP releasing late 2021. Until then you can listen to my first EP “For E.” and follow me on instagram @olina_music for more original music and updates.

If you want to get in your feels, have a good cry, relax or even be put to sleep I’d love to have you on board!

MINIMUM AGE: Strictly 18+ (I.D may be required)

STUDENT DEALS: Music students (ACM, BIMM and ICMP) receive Early Bird Ticket price on the door. Valid student photo ID required and entry is subject to capacity

The aim of the evening is to celebrate the birthday of the Scottish and International poet Robert Burns in the manner of the Country Soul. There will be live music from our very special guests Black*Scarr, The Band From County Hell, FollowTheCrows, Louise Loft & Michael Dunnigan. There will be poetry readings (audience participation is essential) and general fun all round. A traditional ‘Burns Night’ meal of haggis, neeps & tatties with a glass of claret or alternative will be included in the ticket price (both vegetarian and meat options available)

Please can you contact us via Facebook or at countrysoul@btinternet.com to let us know your meal choice at time of booking.