606 Jazz Club, Chelsea, London - Programme for July 2025.
Monday, June 23, 2025
Laura Thorne of the 606 Club has forwarded details of the venue's programme for July 2025. Fully detailed schedule attached.
Laura Thorne writes;
This mail provides information about our live performances from the 1st to the 31st of July. Information about all of these events, along with photos, video clips etc are on the website now for your consumption: https://www.606club.co.uk/events/
The 606 has been around since 1976, making us one of London’s oldest independent venues. We aren’t fancy, but we regularly have customers light up with joy when they walk in for the first time – it’s a proper old school experience, the kind that used to be common but no longer is. (Marketing people have a bad reputation for writing a lot of rubbish, but I have worked at the Club for 12 years and counting and I can say hand on heart this place is special.)
606 CLUB – JULY 2025 GIG GUIDE
Tue 1st 8:00pm DAN REINSTEIN
American-born saxophonist Dan Reinstein first began playing at the old 606 Club when a medical student in the 1980’s. He returned to the US in the early 90s to become one of the world’s leading laser eye surgeons (he’s now Professor Reinstein). But when he returned to London, it was great to hear his fluent, classic hard-bop, muscular sax playing again and the rest, as they say, is history-Dan & his quartet have performed here for the last 20+ years!
“impressive hard-bop saxophonist” Time Out
Wed 2nd 8:00pm SIMON LASKY’S 50TH BIRTHDAY GIG
Multiple Award-winning pianist Simon Lasky, now resident in the USA, juggles a busy career as a composer, NPR jazz host, educationalist and recording artist. Tonight he will be performing music from his recent album ‘For the Dreamers’ alongside some brand new compositions and choice standards with a fabulous band that includes Brandon Allen-sax & Shanti Jayasinha-trumpet. Simon will also be celebrating his 50th Birthday tonight(!) and watch out for his Special Guest, the acclaimed vocalist Jo Harrop (Sun 27th).
“…brilliantly crafted on all levels…with great textural and melodic writing.” BBC Radio 3
Thu 3rd 8:00pm TRISH CLOWES
Described as “one of the most agile and original jugglers of improv and…composition”, Award-winning saxophonist/composer Trish Clowes has proven herself to be an exciting, world-class, musician of real creativity and skill. With numerous critically acclaimed albums as leader to her name Trish is also a highly respected composer, with commissions from the likes of the BBC Concert Orchestra and the London Sinfonietta. Tonight Trish will be performing “a mix of music of my heroes Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, Eddie Harris, John Scofield & Antonio Carlos Jobim alongside some new music that I have written”. Also featuring Chris Montague-guitar.
“Clowes…bristles with uncommon genius” JazzDaGama
Fri 4th 9:00pm QUENTIN COLLINS’ “ITALIAN QUINTET” FT MICHAEL ROSEN
Quentin Collins has an enviable reputation as a lyrical and melodic trumpet player with a powerful sound who these days is best known for his work with the acclaimed Kyle Eastwood Band. Tonight Quentin will be bringing his “Italian Quintet” to the Club featuring US-born but Italian resident Michael Rosen-sax, whose flowing, hard-bop influenced playing has been lauded around Europe. The remaining Italian contingent are Daniele Gorgone-piano and Carlo Bavetta-bass with Mark Taylor-drums. As Quentin says, “expect a programme full of classic jazz sounds rooted firmly in…swinging, straight-ahead hard-bop”.
“Collins…England’s top…trumpet master…breathtaking” HMV Magazine;
“Rosen…monstrous chops restrained by tasteful discipline” Cadence Magazine
Sat 5th 9:00pm ED JONES Ed Jones has established himself as one of the most innovative and sought-after sax players on the scene. His muscular and highly accomplished bop-influenced tenor playing has been featured in a wide variety of settings, most notably with the Jazz crossover groups “Us3” and “Incognito”. But his jazz credentials are just as solid, with work alongside artists such as George Benson, Dianne Reeves & Horace Silver. Tonight Ed will be performing a mix of jazz standards and his own fine originals in a band that is widely considered to be one of the finest of its kind in the UK.
“Jones has long been one of the great…delights of British Jazz” Jazzwise
Sun 6th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: V9 COLLECTIVE
Under the auspices of bass player/guitarist Andre Gabriel, the 606 has been presenting gospel music on Sunday afternoons for over 20 years! Today’s special guests are MOBO-nominated group V9 Collective. Founded by bass player, songwriter and producer Sam Lynch, they won the Gospel Music Association’s ‘Best Group’ award, describing their music as “a fusion of old school funk and new school soul with sweet Gospel vocals”. Featuring singers Vernetta Lynch, Tula George, Semele Meade and Ruth Waldron, along with Emmanuel Waldron-piano, Courtney Daniel-drums and Andre on guitar this outstanding band will play music from their latest album, “Message in the Music”.
Sun 6th 8:00pm DANA GILLESPIE A five-time winner of Blues Connection and Blueprint Magazine’s “Top British Female Blues Vocalist” award, blues singer Dana Gillespie has now entered their Hall of Fame. Appearing with the London Blues Band featuring Dino Baptiste on piano & vocals, Dana’s music is full of style, character and most of all, heart. Quintessential Blues at its very best.
“…she literally beats the pants off anything done by a British bluesman these last 10 years” Essential Blues
Mon 7th 8:00pm DINO BAPTISTE
Best known here at the Club as the pianist with the iconic Blues singer Dana Gillespie (see Sunday 6th), Dino first started performing as a singer/pianist in the mid 70’s, influenced by the likes of Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis and Louis Prima. A busy and successful musician Dino includes work with the likes of Donald Fagen, Leo Sayer and Jeff Beck and his debut CD “Two Timing Lover” was received with considerable acclaim. It is music from this album plus as Dino puts it “an exclusive selection of old hits from my idols Ray Charles and Nat King Cole” that he will be performing tonight.
“Dino Baptiste…impressive…among the best of the…British blues keyboard players” Blues on Stage
Tue 8th 8:00pm ALBUM LAUNCH: JIM WATSON
Pianist and composer Jim Watson has, over the last 25 years, had a remarkable career in both the jazz and popular music worlds, playing, recording and touring with the likes of Kurt Elling, Katie Melua, Sting and Van Morrison. Sought after for his fluid style, impeccable technique and ability to excel in any musical setting, Jim was also co-producer/arranger on five of Manu Katche’s albums. Jim’s own output has been sparse, but tonight we celebrate the launch of his new album, “Calling You Home”. Mostly accompanied by the superb rhythm section of Adam King-bass and Ian Thomas-drums, along with a few solo piano compositions, the night will feature a mix of Jim’s own material and some favourite standards
. “classy jazz pianist” Time Out;
“Watson…a standout” Guardian
Wed 9th 8:00pm PETER JOHNSTONE’S ORGAN QUARTET FT JOE LOCKE & SPECIAL GUEST: WILL VINSON
A former Young Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year, keyboardist Peter Johnstone was awarded a prestigious Yamaha Scholarship before going on to win the much-coveted Peter Whittingham Jazz Award. This evening he ventures down from Scotland for their only London date to present the Peter Johnstone International Organ Quartet, featuring Joe Locke-vibes, Alyn Cosker-drums and Special Guest: Will Vinson-sax. The Award-winning New York-based world-renowned vibes master Joe Locke’s resume includes work with the likes of saxophonist Grover Washington Jnr, singer Dianne Reeves, pianist Kenny Barron and bassist Ron Carter. Will Vinson (Chris Potter, Kurt Elling) is an International artist whose playing has been described as “incredible power and dramatic sensitivity…characterized by…imposing sound and technique” and Alyn Cosker is one of the most in-demand drummers in the UK. This extraordinary quartet perform Peter’s sophisticated compositions, described as “rhythmically dynamic and full of colour and expression”.
“Exhilarating music - breathtaking, exciting and life-affirming.” UK Jazz News;
“Locke, with his ability to play cool and funky, heady and relaxed, is…the pre-eminent vibraphonist in jazz” Times;
“Vinson, with his restless yet elegant phrasing, maintains his allegiance to the lyrical mainstream” Jazzwise
Thu 10th 8:00pm ANDREA RINCIARI FT ALEX GARNETT
Expat Italian guitarist Andrea Rinciari’s list of influences include the classic innovators such as Bud Powell, Charlie Parker, and Clifford Brown, but tempered with a more contemporary approach, which gives his fluent and creative playing an interesting and exciting feel. He has performed at many of the major jazz venues in London, Paris and Italy and in May this year he released his latest album “Soho Sessions” featuring the brilliant saxophonist Alex Garnett. Tonight he will be performing, alongside Alex, much of the music from that album, which he describes as “innovative arrangements of jazz classics and hidden gems”.
“Rinciari…his solos are thoughtful and creative” London Jazz News;
“Alex Garnett…one of Britain’s most accomplished post-bop musicians” AllAboutJazz
Fri 11th 9:00pm HANS KOLLER QUARTET FT TONY KOFI “PLAY MONK”
A well-established pianist/composer Hans Koller is a highly respected musician on the UK jazz scene. With over 16 critically acclaimed albums his sparkling cv includes work with a host of high-profile international musicians, including the likes of Bill Frisell, Steve Swallow, Bob Brookmeyer, Mike Gibbs and Kenny Wheeler. Tonight Hans joins forces with the multiple Award-winning saxophonist Tony Kofi (World Saxophone Quartet, The Jazz Warriors, Gary Cosby’s Nu Troop) to perform music celebrating the great US pianist/composer Thelonious Monk. Along with these two master musicians, the bassist/composer/arranger Calum Gourlay, widely considered to be one of the leading bass players of his generation, and the amazing young drummer Noah Ojumu will complete this superb quartet.
“Koller…an artist steeped in tradition but with a distinct voice of his own” New York City Jazz Record;
“Kofi…a great musician” The Arts Desk
Sat 12th 9:00pm KAREN SHARP A prominent figure on the UK Jazz scene the multi-Award-winning Karen Sharp is universally admired for her melodic, accessible, distinctive sax playing. With six albums to her name she has won the British Jazz Award for best tenor sax on numerous occasions and has twice been a nominee in the Rising Star category of the US Downbeat Critics Poll. For this gig Karen will be appearing with her augmented trio (so a quartet, biggest trio in the World!) featuring Colin Oxley-guitar, Simon Thorpe-bass and honorary trio member Josh Morrison-drums. This is straight ahead jazz of the finest calibre.
“a session of impeccable performances of elegant compositions” Jazz Journal;
“they don’t come much better than this” Guardian
Sun 13th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: PRIVATE EVENT
Sun 13th 8:00pm WAYNE HERNANDEZ
Wayne Hernandez is one of those fantastic singers who has been using his considerable talents to make others sound good. He includes work with Tina Turner, Kool and the Gang and Gorillaz and more recently the Kingdom Choir, who took the world by storm performing at the wedding of Harry and Meghan. He describes his music as “…a living fusion of music styles from the Black music scene”. A brilliant set of powerful groove music from an impressive band of hand-picked musicians that defines the word “soul”.
“...it was clear that Wayne had a very special talent, his voice, it was simply breathtaking” Livemusic.fm
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Mon 14th 8:00pm THUNDERTHUMBS
Join us to celebrate the great Soul and Funk songs from the likes of George Benson and Michael Jackson with “Thunderthumbs”, the 10-piece band led by bassist Phil Mulford. Inspired by the great US bassist Louis Johnson’s work the set runs from Louis’ time with Billy Preston in 1972 through to his own band The Brothers Johnson and the Quincy Jones hits on which he played. The gig features 3 brilliant singers, Jacqui Hicks (Shakatak), Gina Foster (Swing Out Sister) & Simon Foster (Flying Pickets), a deeply grooving rhythm section and powerhouse horns. The music tonight will feature a tribute to the late, great, Quincy Jones and if you like 606 regulars All Fired Up you’ll love this!
“Hicks…a singer of warmth, poise and intelligence” Yorkshire Post;
“Take Stevie Wonder, Joe Cocker, that dude from The Commitments, Michael McDonald…and roll them up into one and you get something resembling the virtuosity that Simon Foster shows” RARB.org
Tue 15th 8:00pm WILL CLEASBY’s “FOUR CARD MOLLY”
Although relatively new to the scene the exciting and versatile drummer Will Cleasby’s subtle but powerful playing has been heard with a wide variety of high profile artists, including work alongside the likes of acclaimed US trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, Grammy award winner Kurt Elling and the multi Award-winning Jamie Cullum on an impressive cv. Tonight Will brings to the Club his latest project, a tribute to the great US drummer Elvin Jones (the band name is based on an Elvin tune “3 Card Molly”). Featuring Riley Stone-Lonergan-sax, Will Barry-piano & Will Sach-bass Will describes the programme as “playing some lesser-known tunes from Elvin’s solo albums from the 60s-80s, highlighting his writing and that of the members of those groups”. Terrific music from some serious players!
“…great drumming by Will Cleasby” Guardian
Wed 16th 8:00pm SIMON MULLIGAN
Although many jazz musicians are also trained classical musicians, it is unusual for an artist to manage successful ongoing careers in both fields. US-based pianist Simon Mulligan is certainly one. As a concert pianist, he includes appearances at the likes of Carnegie, Wigmore, and Royal Albert Halls and his jazz bona fides are equally as strong, with composing credentials for both TV and film and almost 20 recordings covering both the classical and jazz repertoire (and watch out for his recently released trio album recorded in New York). Also featured tonight will be the searing sax of Frank Walden.
“Pianist Simon Mulligan plays up a storm” Dallas Morning News;
“gifted…pianist” The Times;
“Frank Walden…was stunning!” Cafesaxophone
Thu 17th 8:00pm ANT LAW/ALEX HITCHCOCK: ‘SAME MOON IN THE SAME WORLD’
Acclaimed as composers as well as instrumentalists, sharing multiple awards and albums as leaders between them, saxophonist Alex Hitchcock and guitarist Ant Law have created a startlingly vivid soundworld in their latest trailblazing project. Ant has shown himself to possess not just a virtuosic capability on the guitar, but also an inquisitive, multi-faceted musical sensibility that has brought him international attention. Saxophonist Alex Hitchcock’s fluent and melodic style has already made a significant impression with performances at the likes of Love Supreme and Royal Albert Hall and his burgeoning international reputation was confirmed by a major prize at Umbria Jazz Festival.
“If you’re after a new jazz guitarist with fresh ideas, Ant is the one to check out” Guitar Techniques Magazine;
“Hitchcock…a sax virtuoso” Jazzwise
Fri 18th 9:00pm ERROL LINTON
Born and raised in Brixton, singer and harmonica player Errol Linton got his first break 30 years ago when heard by a BBC producer busking and has been steadily building his reputation as a world-class blues talent ever since. He was nominated for ‘Best Blues Act’ in the 2019 Jazz FM Awards, featured alongside Big Bill Broonzy in BBC 2’s ‘Two Generations of the Blues’ and championed by radio presenters John Peel, Robert Elms, Paul Jones, & Cerys Matthews. Accompanied by his quintet this is home grown blues at its best.
“The finest blues and reggae harmonica player in Europe” BBC Radio 3;
“harmonica wizard” The Observer
Sat 19th 9:00pm 606 CLUB SPECIAL: NORMA WINSTONE/KIT DOWNES
The recipient of more than 10 different Awards singer/lyricist Norma Winstone MBE is widely considered to be one of the finest modern jazz singers the UK has produced. It was in the late 1970’s, when she joined pianist John Taylor and trumpeter Kenny Wheeler to form the trio Azimuth, described by The Times as “one of the most imaginatively conceived and delicately balanced of all contemporary…jazz groups“ that she established herself as an international artist. With well over 30 albums to her name since then she has cemented her place as one of the great European jazz singers. Also a very fine lyricist, she has written for the likes of Ralph Towner, Egberto Gismonti, Ivan Lins and Steve Swallow (‘Ladies in Mercedes‘). Kit Downes is a BBC Jazz Award-winning, Mercury Music Award-nominated artist who has toured the world playing piano and organ with the likes of Bill Frisell, ‘Empirical‘ & Andrew Cyrille. He has twice been awarded 1st place in Downbeat’s Critics Poll Rising Star for Organ and Keyboard and his albums have been released to much critical acclaim. Norma and Kit will this evening be performing material from their recently recorded ECM album “Outpost of Dreams”, where Norma brings her poetic sensibilities to new pieces by Kit as well as compositions by Carla Bley, Ralph Towner and John Taylor.
“The esteemed vocalist and prolific pianist weave their sounds together in…exquisite songs and extraordinary empathy” Guardian;
“It is a joy to hear how the duo mix the traditional and contemporary in their own distinctive voices” Jazz Views
Sun 20th 1:30pm: SUNDAY LUNCH: KAW REGIS
After establishing himself in his native Brazil, multi-instrumentalist/singer/composer Kaw Regis reached new heights upon moving to the UK. Kaw’s first musical love is Brazilian MPB & bossa nova and for this 606 show he will be joined by some of London’s finest Latin jazz musicians, including Sam Watts-piano and Jansen Santana- percussion. Featuring songs from different eras and regions of Brazil, as well as some original material, this promises to be a memorable afternoon of great music from those who really know how to play it!
Sun 20th 8:00pm JOHN CERVANTES FT CRISTINA GATTI
John Cervantes is an Award-winning fluent and creative jazz pianist, composer, and arranger with strong roots in the swinging jazz tradition. He has appeared at the biggest jazz festivals in the country, including Cheltenham, Love Supreme, Glasgow, and EFG London and is a regular presence in the UK’s leading venues. Cristina Gatti is a captivating jazz vocalist whose timeless voice evokes the spirits of legends like Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald. Cristina gained international acclaim as a pivotal member of the original lineup of the iconic US band Postmodern Jukebox, touring globally with the group. Now based in London, she brings a fresh yet classic approach to jazz standards, weaving contemporary threads through her elegant, captivating, performances. Together, Cristina and John deliver vibrant interpretations of jazz standards, honouring the genre’s rich history while infusing each show with a modern flair.
“Gatti…voluptuous jazz tones” The Soul House;
“[Cervantes] plays beautifully and lyrically” London Jazz News
Mon 21st 8:00pm JONNY LIEBECK
Mixing 20th century-influenced jazz & fusion with electronic dance music, keyboardist & bandleader Jonny Liebeck has crafted a sound that captures the moment. He’s performed at the likes of the Purcell Room & Royal Albert Hall as well as playing alongside Cuban Jazz legend Omar Puente & Soul legend Mica Paris. With several recordings already to his name Jonny has just released his new EP “Influences” featuring new compositions performed by his Quintet. Joining Jonny on the stand are four outstanding musicians who have played with Questlove, Mark Ronson, Jamie Cullum, Grace Jones & more and are acclaimed in their own right: Donovan Haffner-sax, Tom Mason-bass, Owen Snider-guitar & Andrew McLean-drums.
There is almost certainly no other musician on the London music scene … who has found such instinctively musical ways to combine jazz and electronic dance music. It is almost as if he is creating a new art form.” UK Jazz News
Tue 22nd 8:00pm TARA MINTON
Australian jazz harpist and vocalist Tara Minton (Bjork, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars) has become one of the leading figures in UK contemporary harp circles. Tonight Tara brings to the Club her suite “The Devil Invites You To Dance”, inspired by her trip to México. This work blends contemporary jazz and Latin American music traditions, with the music, language and mythology of these traditions all delicately woven into the tapestry of the band’s contemporary sound. Miguel Gorodi-trumpet, John Williamson-bass and Dave Ingamells-drums combine with Tara’s harp to provide a rich palette from which to explore the depths (and heights) of the compositions.
“Bewitching” Jazzwise;
“There is a palpable joy in her harp-playing and…singing” UK Jazz News
Wed 23rd 8:00pm DAVE ITAL’S LATE, LATE BIRTHDAY GIG!
Dave Ital has a reputation as a guitarist of the highest calibre, performing with the likes of Chaka Khan, Tom Jones, Nile Rodgers and Beyoncé. Here at the Club his powerful yet sophisticated playing can be heard alongside the likes of Imaani, Mary Pearce and Michelle John, making for a magnetic live set. Traditionally Dave always celebrates his birthday here at the Club (a bit late this year!) with his fantastic fusion band, tonight featuring special guest vocalists Jaelee Small & Frank Burke, performing a lively mix of jazz, funk, soul, Latin and especially groove.
“Dave Ital…is excellent…taking…an astonishing musical voyage with a great guitar solo” MS Times;
“Cool guitar-led funk, jazz and soul band” Time Out
Thu 24th 8:00pm SAMARA FT. CAROLINA LELIS
Tonight we present an evening celebrating the joyous, rhythms of classic Brazilian MPB with the outstanding Brazilian band “Samara”. Featuring the brilliant Brazilian vocalist Carolina Lelis alongside the powerful piano of Neil Angilley and the swinging flute of our “Gov’nor” Steve Rubie, the band take you on a road trip around Brazil, with music from the South, the North, the North East and beyond. Hear the stories behind some of Brazil’s classic songs and join the band as they perform an infectious blend of Brazilian Samba, Baião, jazz & Latin while everyone has a great time!
“Cracking Latin-jazz quintet…explores…[Brazilian]…classics in great rhythmic style” Time Out
Fri 25th 9:00pm BEVERLEY SKEETE Beverley Skeete’s career in the music industry is the stuff that dreams are made of. A first call singer for numerous high-profile artists including Robbie Williams, Tina Turner and Elton John she was also a pivotal member of ex-Rolling Stones’ bassist Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings. Her talent and versatility have put her in a class that few can equal. And watch out for her Special Guest vocalist, Kevin Leo.
“Skeete…came into her own with a perfectly paced version of James Brown’s ‘It’s a Man’s Man’s World’” London Jazz News
Sat 26th 9:00pm GREG ABATE A US-based musician of international standing, saxophonist Greg Abate is considered to be amongst the finest jazz players of his generation. Including work with the likes of Ray Charles and the Artie Shaw Orchestra he has established himself over the last 30 years as an international soloist of skill and creativity. Greg is also a composer, arranger, a Grammy-nominated recording artist and educator. His fluent and muscular playing is best described as “post hard bop”, encompassing a classic approach to the material in the style of Charlie Parker and Phil Woods.
“Abate…work [has] a feeling of constant invention and creativity.” Chicago Tribune; “
a unique voice” Metro, San Jose;
“One of the most exciting players around today” The Jazz Messenger
Sun 27th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: GREG DAVIS TRIO WITH SPECIAL GUEST VANESSA ROSE
An engagingly melodic saxophone player in the classic mainstream style, Greg Davis led the band ‘Henry’s Pencil’ which held the attendance record at the famous 100 Club in Oxford Street for some time. A stalwart of the French Riviera (that’s Greg’s description, not ours!) he also performed at the Cannes Film Festival for over a decade. Today Greg will be appearing with Paul Eldridge-piano, Julian Bury-bass and their Special Guest vocalist Vanessa Rose, “performing some of the marvellous known and lesser-known jazz standards”.
“Paul Eldridge…accomplished piano” Time Out
Sun 27th 8:00pm JO HARROP
An Award-winning vocalist, recording artist and songwriter, Jo Harrop has established herself as one of the leading jazz singers on the UK scene. Inspired by the classic jazz singers she possesses a wonderfully clear, controlled and expressive voice that has led to 4 highly regarded albums, including Album of the Year (2023 Parliamentary Jazz Awards) and an invitation to tour with US jazz star Gregory Porter. A real jazz artist and song stylist whose influences are steeped in jazz, blues and soul she is known as having an intimate, velvet, smoky, bluesy tone which, it has been said, is able to ‘melt even the chilliest of hearts’. With multiple plaudits for her work both in the UK and now also in the US, Jo’s star is very much in the ascendency. Also featured this evening will be Paul Edis-piano, Mirko Scarcia-bass, Peter Adam Hill-drums & Special Guest: Artie Zaitz-guitar.
“A rare mix of delicacy and boldness. Sheer perfection” The Guardian;
“Harrop…effortless and natural” All About Jazz
Mon 28th 8:00pm “INSTRA_MENTALS” FT. YOLANDA CHARLES & NICK LINNIK
Tonight we are featuring bassist Yolanda Charles MBE and guitarist Nick Linnik’s latest funk/fusion project, Instra_Mentals. A world class player Yolanda’s bass lines have been the “heartbeat” for a host of high-profile artists, including the likes of Hans Zimmer, BB King, Mick Jagger, Paul Weller, Squeeze, Robbie Williams, Dave Stewart, Queen, Eric Clapton…not to mention innumerable studio recordings, film soundtracks, TV shows and stadium tours. Nick Linnik is fast making a name as a highly musical and gifted musician as well as a skilled arranger and songwriter. Joining them will be Hamish Balfour on keyboards and Richard Spaven on drums to, as Yolanda puts it “dive solidly into the world of Jazz Fusion”! Sounds fun…
“Charles…is a player of phenomenal ability, whether that means laying down a funk groove or anchoring a rock pocket” Guitar World
Tue 29th 8:00pm MARK CHERRIE/DOMINIC GRANT
Tonight sees the return of Mark Cherrie and Dominic Grant with a new quartet inspired by their Caribbean roots. With one foot in his father, Cy’s, Caribbean heritage Dominic’s talent for the guitar became evident at an early age and his journey in music led him to working with some of the finest artists in the world, including Courtney Pine & Ronnie Laws. A highly regarded performer on Steel Pan, Mark Cherrie is a vastly experienced musician (he is also an accomplished keyboard player) who has developed a unique voice on an instrument that is still a rarity in jazz. Mark himself is also steeped in the Steel Pan tradition: his father, the bass/steel pan player Ralph Cherrie, was one of the founders of the Notting Hill Carnival. Joining Dominic and Mark this evening will be Mao Yamada (Dom Pipkin, Cameron Pierre, Nick Meier)-bass and Jose Joyette (Sister Sledge, Billy Ocean, Amy Winehouse, Omar)-drums.
“Cherrie…[there] is no doubt about his mastery of the steel pan” Guardian; “
a magician…Grant brought some astonishingly creative sounds out of his guitar” UK Jazz News
Wed 30th 8:00pm DOM PIPKIN’S ALL STAR NEW ORLEANS TRIO
Influenced by the likes of Dr John and Professor Longhair, pianist/singer Dom Pipkin is widely regarded as one of Europe’s finest New Orleans rhythm and blues artists. Delivering the most authentic and compelling take on a highly infectious blend of blues, gospel, street and jazz that is uniquely New Orleans, he has a stellar list of international festivals, radio and TV appearances to his name with fans ranging from Hugh Laurie to Jamie Cullum. This promises to be a night of powerful, high-energy music.
“One of the world’s greatest exponents of New Orleans piano” Blues in Britain
Thu 31st 8:00pm JOHN ETHERIDGE’S BLUE SPIRITS ORGAN TRIO
An iconic figure on the UK jazz scene, John Etheridge first came to prominence in the mid 70’s with the classic fusion band “Soft Machine” (a band with whom he is still featured) while also touring with the celebrated swing jazz violinist Stéphane Grappelli. A master guitarist he includes work with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Tony Williams, Yehudi Menuhin, Pat Metheny and John Williams on a hugely impressive CV. Tonight John leads his wonderful “Blue Spirits” Organ trio, featuring Pete Whittaker-organ & Nic France-drums.
“One of the best guitarists in the world” Pat Metheny
For additional information about our upcoming performances please go to https://www.606club.co.uk/events/.
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