606 Jazz Club, Chelsea, London - Programme for July 2026, including Jazz on the Lawn at Fulham Palace.
Monday, June 22, 2026
Laura Thorne of the 606 has forwarded details of the venue's full programme for July 2026 plus a preview of some of the events coming up in August.
Laura Thorne writes;
Hello all you connoisseurs of culture and lovers of live music – greetings from the 606 in Chelsea, known for presenting the best jazz, soul, Latin, groove, R&B & blues musicians in the UK bar none.
This mail provides information about our live performances from the 1st to the 31st July 2026 at the Club, as well as information about our signature annual summer event, Jazz on the Lawn at Fulham Palace!
JAZZ ON THE LAWN AT FULHAM PALACE, FRIDAY 17TH AND SATURDAY 18TH: Featuring two exciting nights of music presented at this charming historic site, it’s a delightful way to spend a summer evening.
Friday: The Coalminers
With their dedication to what they to refer to as “Swamp Soul” this brilliant band, with their unique mixture of New Orleans Groove and Funk, bring the rhythm and soul of the deep south (that’s Louisiana, not Brighton…) alive. And with the addition of a 4-piece horn section, this highly impressive ensemble are guaranteed to raise the roof!
Saturday: The 606 Club All Stars
Previewing the 606 Club’s 50th Anniversary later this year, welcome the amazing “606 All Stars”! Featuring three world class vocalists - Natalie Duncan, Jo Harrop, Polly Gibbons - three internationally recognised horn players - Brandon Allen, Alec Harper, Denys Baptiste - and a rhythm section to die for, this promises to be a phenomenal night of jazz to remember.
Additional event information including ticketing links et cetera may be found here: https://www.606club.co.uk/events/fulham-palace-1/
Now on to our July shows at the 606. For more info about these performances including photos, video clips and the rest go to https://www.606club.co.uk/events/
606 CLUB – JULY 2026 GIG GUIDE
Wed 1st 8:00pm MADDIE MARTIN
Maddie Martin is an exciting new voice on the UK jazz scene. Rapidly becoming known for her distinctive, “old soul”, tone and gift for storytelling Maddie brings a strong technical foundation to her approach, along with an affection for a wide range of styles. Her programme is a combination of high energy arrangements of swinging standards, 70’s soul and original compositions and well worth catching. Also featuring Joe Evans-trombone, Columbus Sandor-piano, Guy Dempsey-bass & Kai MacRae-drums.
“Maddie Martin is a star in the making” Claire Martin OBE;
“Maddie Martin is the real thing! An authentic young jazz singer” James McMillan
Thu 2nd 8:00pm DAVID PRESTON/ROBIN MULLARKEY/GARY HUSBAND: T R I O
Tonight we host a unique trio: David Preston-guitar, Robin Mullarkey-bass and Gary Husband-drums. A finalist at the Montreux International Guitar Competition David has been variously described as “Virtuosic”-Guardian and “superb”-Time Out. The versatile Robin Mullarkey includes work with the acclaimed UK broken beat duo Brotherly as well as jazz heavyweights Jacob Collier & Donny McCaslin. The internationally acclaimed drummer/pianist Gary Husband has worked alongside a vast and eclectic range of celebrated musicians, including Chick Corea, Billy Cobham & John McLaughlin. The trio will perform a unique repertoire of originals tailored for the occasion alongside choice interpretations of favourite classics. Amazing gig this one…
“[Preston]…modern invention and creative innovation” Jazz Journal;
“Mullarkey…perfect groove and a bass tone to die for.” No Treble;
“Husband…relentlessly inventive” Jazzwise
Fri 3rd 9:00pm LIANE CARROLL
The first artist ever to win two BBC Jazz Awards in the same year, for Best Vocalist and Best of Jazz, Liane Carroll is a dynamic performer whose amazing talent has been captivating audiences around the world. World-class, her powerful, blues-tinged voice combined with strong piano playing and exciting infectious material, not to mention a wicked sense of humour, make this a truly remarkable gig.
“Liane Carroll…seems in some magical way to be made out of music” The Observer
Sat 4th 9:00pm BINKER GOLDING
Saxophonist Binker Golding has a host of Awards to his name, including two Jazz FM awards, a Parliamentary Jazz Award and a MOBO Award for Best Jazz Act. Perhaps best known for the exciting duo “Binker & Moses” his fluent, creative playing has been heard in a wide variety of musical contexts and his albums have cemented his reputation as an important voice on the UK jazz scene. Tonight he makes a welcome return to the Club to “play some of my favourite jazz standards and traditional blues numbers”. Also featuring Billy Adamson-guitar.
“Golding…considerable depth…fiery, intricate, and engaging” AllAboutJazz
Sun 5th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: CLOSED – PRIVATE EVENT
Sun 5th 8:00pm DANA GILLESPIE & THE LONDON BLUES BAND
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 6th 8:00pm REBECCA HOLLWEG 25TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: “JUNE BABIES”
Much-loved singer-songwriter Rebecca Hollweg has performed extensively, including club dates and festivals in France, Crete, Holland and Germany, as well as in the UK at the likes of the South Bank, Union Chapel and Latitude Festival. Playing live, she is open and unpretentious and as one listener said, ‘it feels like she is reaching out and enfolding you in a warm embrace’. The gig tonight marks the 25th Anniversary of her very first album “June Babies” and fittingly she will be appearing with the original lineup from that record: her husband Andy Hamill-bass, Mike Outram-guitar, Phil Peskett-piano and Tom Gordon-drums. Having now released four critically acclaimed albums Rebecca’s singing and her uplifting, melodic songs have long been celebrated.
“Just a beautiful sound, great vibe…absolutely stunning” BBC Radio 2;
“A singer I love very much” Jamie Cullum; “
A gifted tunesmith” Q Magazine;
“‘Exquisite vocal” Guardian
Tue 7th 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 - Tim Lapthorn-piano, Steve Rose-bass & Mark Mondesir-drums - have performed here for the last 23 years. The repertoire consists of best-loved jazz standards from the 50’s through the 90’s from artists including Miles, Hancock, Silver and more.
“…impressive hard-bop saxophonist” Time Out
Wed 8th 8:00pm CLOSED – PRIVATE EVENT
Thu 9th 8:00pm NYJO – “BIRTH OF THE COOL”
It’s New York, 1949. The new, innovative, music known as bebop has everyone’s attention and a 23-year-old musician fresh from a 4-year stint in the band of one of the key innovators of that style, Charlie Parker, is looking to make a recording. In a decision that would become a hallmark of his career, he chooses to move away from what was expected and look in a completely different direction. The idea is to record music which, although still using the new modern harmonies, is gentler, more composed, thoughtful and swinging. To this end he gathers around him a group of 9 equally likeminded young musicians and composers. Amongst these are: baritone saxophonist/writer/arranger Gerry Mulligan, who was to go on to form the first pianoless quartet with trumpeter/singer Chet Baker; pianist/composer/arranger John Lewis who would go on to find international fame with his chamber jazz group MJQ; 22 year old alto saxophonist Lee Konitz, whose fluid, liquid, sound was to influence a whole generation of alto sax players, most notably Dave Brubecks’s sax player Paul Desmond, who wrote the iconic “Take 5” and Gil Evans, the composer/arranger whose vision, along with Mulligan’s, was the driving force behind the whole project and who himself would later find international recognition with a series of studio albums including “Sketches of Spain”. The whole canon of 12 tunes was recorded over 3 sessions between 1949 and 1950 and after the last session, the band leader moved on to search out other new styles and formats. But because of its unique flavour the music lived on and has been credited with starting what was to become known as the “cool jazz” movement. In 1957 Capitol Records finally brought all the sessions together on one album which, with an acknowledgement to the huge influence the music had exerted, simply called the album “The Birth of The Cool”. Oh, and the name of that young band leader? Miles Davis…Tonight, celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Miles’s birth, the UK’s premier jazz education and performing ensemble for emerging young professional musicians, NYJO (whose former members include Amy Winehouse), debut fresh new arrangements alongside the historic repertoire from those iconic 1949/1950 sessions. With a nonet led by trumpeter Tom Stringer and featuring some of the most talented young musicians in the UK this promises to be a standout gig!
Fri 10th 9:00pm DAVE LEWIS’ “1UP” FT LIZZIE DEANE
Dave Lewis’s robust and melodic tenor playing has been heard with a notable list of artists including John Martyn, Bryan Ferry, Joan Armatrading, John Mayall, Eric Clapton and The Blockheads. His own band features an impressive array of talent fronted by the fabulous singer Lizzie Deane, who has worked with the likes of Carleen Anderson, Mica Paris and Jocelyn Brown. With a strong emphasis on groove, improvisation and spontaneous melodic interplay, 1UP is one of the tightest, funkiest bands on the scene.
“It’s a real treat…tight chunky grooves and… exciting…funky sax.” Blues and Soul;
“Deane…incredible” Cross Rhythms
Sat 11th 9:00pm ANDREA RINCIARI FT THOMAS GOMEZ
Expat Italian guitarist Andrea Rinciari’s list of influences include the classic trailblazers such as Bud Powell & Charlie Parker, 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 last year he released his latest album “Soho Sessions”. Tonight his Special Guest is leading French alto player Thomas Gomez. They recorded an album together in London and will be performing music from that album as well as material from “Soho Sessions”. Andrea describes the music as “innovative arrangements of jazz classics and hidden gems”.
“Rinciari…his solos are thoughtful and creative” London Jazz News
Sun 12th: 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: ALICE MILBURN
An award-winning vocalist, composer and multi-instrumentalist, Alice Milburn is an exciting new voice on the UK jazz scene. Citing influences from the likes of Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae and Mark Murphy her performances highlight her rich tone, imaginative improvisation and expressive storytelling. A former member of NYJO (9th), she has performed at the likes of Ronnie Scott’s and the Royal Albert Hall. Alice will be joined by her outstanding quartet featuring Saul Hughes-piano, Alice Britton-bass and Josh Thorn-drums performing music from her critically acclaimed debut album, “First Expressions”, a collection of original compositions plus fresh interpretations of jazz standards.
“There’s a throw your head back gleefulness to the Milburn vocal…and…formidable scatting” Marlbank
Sun 12th 8:00pm MIM GREY
Mim Grey is a charismatic singer/songwriter in the Americana/country style. A regular with Acid jazz legends The Brand New Heavies she has co-written tracks with Kylie Minogue and worked with, and received praise from, the likes of Paul McCartney and Tom Jones. Her wonderful, engaging, country-influenced songs are matched by her terrific voice, warm and soulful with an effortless range. With three highly acclaimed albums to her name, the most recent produced by and featuring iconic UK guitarist Robbie McIntosh (Paul McCartney, Norah Jones) and her music topping charts around the globe (including in Nashville), Country Music in Britain said hers is ‘one of the finest voices in the world’. In addition to Mim on guitar and vocals, her band this evening also features, amongst others, the aforementioned Robbie McIntosh and Stephen Darrell Smith-piano (Dire Straits), performing music from Mim’s previous recordings, as well as songs from her (yet to be named!) upcoming album.
“sultry singer-songwriter” Maverick Magazine; “
my favourite singer” Sir Tom Jones;
“the most beautiful voice to come out of the UK in a…long time” Michael Ball
Mon 13th 8:00pm PHIL MULFORD’S THUNDERTHUMBS
Join us to celebrate the great Soul and Funk songs with “Thunderthumbs”, the 10-piece band led by bassist Phil Mulford and inspired by the great US bassist Louis Johnson (Billy Preston, The Brothers Johnson) and the Quincy Jones-produced hits on which he played. The gig features three brilliant singers, Jacqui Hicks & Debbie Bracknell (Shakatak) & Simon Foster (Flying Pickets), a deeply grooving rhythm section and powerhouse horns. For this performance the band will be performing songs from three extraordinary albums, all produced by Quincy: “The Dude”, Quincy Jones, “Off the Wall”, Michael Jackson and “Give Me The Night” George Benson. Epic!
“Jacqui Hicks is…one of the most soulful singers in Britain” MU Magazine;
“Take Stevie Wonder, Joe Cocker, that dude from The Commitments…roll them up into one and you get something resembling the virtuosity that Simon Foster shows” RARB.org
Tue 14th 8:00pm DAVID GORDON TRIO
Described by the Independent as “a richly gifted player with a sparkling style and boundless imagination”, pianist David Gordon is one of the few professional musicians who are equally established in both the jazz and classical worlds. Along with Oli Hayhurst-bass and Tom Hooper-drums the Trio’s recording ‘Alexander Scriabin’s Ragtime Band’ was named MOJO’s “Jazz CD of the Year” and subsequent projects were received with similar warmth & enthusiasm. In 2025 they released their first live album, ‘In C’ (all tunes in the key of C!) and tonight their first set will be taken from that record, while the second set will be their tribute to the composers Fauré and J.S. Bach as well as some originals, but not in the key in C! A world class talent with a playful sense of humour, David’s performances are both intriguing and fun.
“daring…bold improvisation and deep musical connection” Jazz Journal;”
He doesn’t play many notes, but the notes that he does play are almost the selection of a genius” Jazz FM;
“one of our most brilliant pianists” London Jazz News
Wed 15th 8:00pm GUILLE HILL ACOUSTIC BAND
Since moving to London from Uruguay in 1997 Guille Hill (pronounced Gee-jay) has established himself as a first call guitarist across the musical spectrum (Tom Jones, Jennifer Lopez). Tonight Guille will be bringing his acoustic band to the Club, which he describes as “bringing a fresh and innovative approach to Latin instrumental music, with groovy rhythms and contemporary harmonies rooted back in South America but extensively developed in the UK over the years”. Uruguay is a melting pot of Brazilian, Hispano American, European and African cultures and all these elements are always present in Guille’s original compositions. Joining him will be some of the finest Latin players in the UK, Steve Lodder (Paul McCartney)-piano/keyboards, Nando DeMarco-bass & Andres Ticino-percussion.
“Guillermo Hill…excellent” AllAboutJazz
Thu 16th 8:00pm TIM WHITEHEAD
Saxophonist Tim Whitehead is renowned throughout the UK, Europe and USA. A remarkable performer and composer, in the 70’s he toured with Ian Carr’s “Nucleus”, winning the Young Jazz Musician of the Year Award on the way. In the 80’s he was a member of the groundbreaking band Loose Tubes and in the 90’s he made several critically acclaimed albums, winning The Andrew Milne Award for Jazz, as well as the BBC Music Magazine Jazz Album of the Year. In 2009 he was the first ever musician to be made Artist in Residence at Tate Britain, resulting in a highly acclaimed album “Colour Beginnings” and a short-listing for the British Composer of the Year Award. The gig this evening will feature material from his ongoing “Personal Standards” project (an innovative take on popular songs) that will include new arrangements written for this gig which, following on from “Mk1” and “Mk2”, he has entitled “New Personal Standards - Mk 3!”. Also featured will be David Gordon-piano, Dave Whitford-bass and Tom Hooper-drums.
“The finest tenor player in Britain today’’ Jazz Review;
“Whitehead’s music is marked by a sense of grace and economy” The Times;
“one of the most creative, exciting and passionate saxophonists in Europe” A Rough Guide;
“It’s…the absolute conviction of his playing that is so impressive.” Observer;
“Gordon…one of our most brilliant pianists” London Jazz News
Fri 17th 9:00pm BRUCE ADAMS/ART THEMEN
Bruce Adams has been a stalwart of the UK jazz scene for almost 50 years and is widely regarded as one of the finest mainstream cornet/trumpet players in Europe. For this show he’ll be joined by the iconic saxophonist, Art Themen. An exciting, playful and inventive saxophonist described by The Observer as “One of the tiny handful of undeniably perfect jazz musicians”, Art has been a leading light of the British jazz scene for over 50 years. A terrific, swinging jazz gig from two masters.
“Adams…there is as much delicacy as power in his playing” Guardian;
“Themen, a veteran master now, in such eloquent form” Jazzwise
Sat 18th 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. Also a composer, arranger, Grammy-nominated recording artist and educator, Greg’s 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…his 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 19th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: KAW REGIS – WARMING UP FOR THE FINAL!
Before football takes centre stage, join us for a special lunchtime celebration of Brazilian music with multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer, and producer Kaw Regis. After establishing himself in his native Brazil, Kaw reached new heights on moving to the UK and this afternoon he brings his musical loves, Brazilian MPB, Bossa Nova & Jazz to the Club. Expect a memorable afternoon featuring an eclectic repertoire of Brazilian classics, jazz influences, songs from different eras and regions and original compositions alongside his brilliant Brazilian band: Felippe Oliveira-bass, Raphael Delfino-drums and Anselmo Netto-percussion. Whether you’re a football fan or simply a lover of great music, this is the perfect (Brazilian!) way to start your World Cup Final day!
Sun 19th 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
**World Cup Final** We are considering showing the Final on our large (75”) TV screen. If we do then the first set will begin at 7:00pm, we will then show the match, and Wayne will perform his second set after it finishes. If England reach the final, the last set could go on for a while! Please check the Club for details nearer the time. Thanks.
Mon 20th 8:00pm MATT SKEAPING’S “VITAL ORGANS” FT. JENNY HOWE
The core trio of The Vital Organs is Steve Ashworth-organ, Easel Kandola-McNicholas-guitar and Matt Skeaping-drums and tonight their Special Guest is vocalist Jenny Howe. Since their inception the band’s range has expanded from just jazz to include groove tunes from the 1960’s to the present, as well as their own originals. Drummer Matt has performed around the world, including several years living and working in the US. Both guitarist Easel and organist Steve trained at the prestigious Guildhall School and bring a wealth of experience gained in a wide variety of settings to this appealing and entertaining project. A highly impressive singer Jenny includes work with the BBC Big Band & Shakatak as well as numerous film & TV sessions. And watch out for the special guests who may just drop by!
“Skeaping…very impressed by his playing, which was crisp, accurate and swinging, sensitive when required and basically ‘on the money’ at all times”. The Jazz Mann
Tue 21st 8:00pm FRANCIS TULIP FT. MEJEDI OWUSU
Winner of Birmingham Conservatoire’s Jazz Performance Prize, guitarist Frances Tulip is making a major impression with his technical prowess and creative spark and includes work with a number of high-profile musicians, including Paul Booth, Xhosa Cole and Byron Wallen. The influence of contemporary guitarists such as Kurt Rosenwinkel, Mike Moreno and Lage Lund lend an additional dimension to his already fluent and inventive approach. Francis’s Special Guest tonight will be the upcoming young UK trumpeter Mejedi Owusu. Currently on a scholarship to New York’s famed Julliard School, Mejedi has made quite an impression, appearing with the likes of vocalist Kurt Elling and being invited to perform on pianist Emmet Cohen’s NY-based webcast “Emmet’s Place” which boasts over 1 million viewers!
“Tulip…remarkably fluent contemporary player” Bebop Spoken Here;
“Prodigious guitar skills” Emuli Jazz Blog;
“Owusu’s…scalding trumpet…allowed us to feel what it must have been like to be ringside at Birdland in the early 50s” thebluemoment.com
Wed 22nd 8:00pm SIMON MULLIGAN
Although many jazz musicians are also trained classical musicians, it is unusual for an artist to manage successful careers in both. UK-born US-based pianist Simon Mulligan is certainly one. A recipient of the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal Academy of Music, as a concert pianist he includes appearances at the likes of Carnegie, Wigmore, and Royal Albert Halls. Collaborations include performances and recordings with Yehudi Menuhin, Joshua Bell and Sting plus a long association with composer Michael Kamen. And his jazz bona fides are equally as strong, with almost 20 recordings covering both the classical and jazz repertoire to his name. Also featuring 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 23rd 8:00pm BRYAN CORBETT’s INSTRUMENTAL GROOVE UNIT
An experienced and highly regarded trumpet player the Award-winning Bryan Corbett includes work with the likes of Us3, The Brand New Heavies, Mica Paris and Jocelyn Brown on an impressive cv. A featured soloist with the BBC Concert Orchestra he was chosen ‘Jerwood Rising Star’ at Cheltenham International Festival. Tonight Bryan is bringing to the Club his latest project, “Instrumental Groove Unit”, which showcases his thoughtful, beautifully melodic, flowing trumpet playing and which he describes as “An original project full of hip grooves, beautiful melodies, unique musicianship, interplay and virtuosity, with emphasis on the ‘pocket’ of groove and freedom of improvisation”. Also featuring Luke Harris (The Brand New Heavies)-drums, Paul Deats-keys & Wayne Matthews-bass.
“I’d heard a lot of good things about IGU and…the band didn’t disappoint. Corbett’s trumpet soloing…was…fluent, his tone warm and rounded” The Jazz Mann
Fri 24th 9:00pm SAMARA FT. LIGIA CABRAL
Tonight we present an evening celebrating the joyous, rhythmic, delights of classic Brazilian MPB with the 606 Club’s outstanding Brazilian band “Samara”. Featuring the brilliant Brazilian vocalist Ligia Cabral 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
Sat 25th 9:00pm RACHEL SUTTON w. SPECIAL GUEST: PAUL BOOTH
With a rich tone and sense of swing that is both exciting and moving, Rachel performs her own arrangements of classics from The American Songbook, together with her original compositions which have been hailed as “a revelation” by Jazz Views. Her album “A Million Conversations” was received with considerable acclaim and she released her highly-anticipated second record, ‘Realms’ earlier this year (“inspiring, beautiful, and completely engaging” Medium.com). Tonight, Rachel will be singing songs from both albums, together with a hand-picked selection of favourite standards alongside her rhythm section featuring Roland Perrin (Dudu Pakwana, Brotherhood of Breath)-piano and the superb saxophonist Paul Booth, her Special Guest. Paul has toured the world as the featured sax player with the “Riverdance” show, worked with the likes of Eric Clapton and Matt Bianco and is currently a member of the Steve Winwood Band.
“immaculate vocals and bursting-with-life stage presence…a must see” Cabaret Scenes;
“a sublime live talent” Close Up Culture;
“Paul Booth…a delight.” Daily Telegraph
Sun 26th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: PASTICHE RECORDS SHOWCASE
Join us for an intimate afternoon showcase celebrating four exceptional artists all preparing to release new music on singer-songwriter Sarah Gillespie’s label, Pastiche Records. Also featuring Joel Barford-drums and Chris Montague-guitar, plus some very special guests, including the incredible Beat Poet Bronzie and Paul Silva-sax. E J Seal: After fronting London bands The Daffs and Mash before life took her in another direction E J is now returning with her debut solo album: bold, original, unapologetic, distinctive and full of heart. Carrie Hamilton: An established jazz singer, flautist and songwriter, Carrie Hamilton has collaborating with the likes of the BBC Big Band, Claire Martin, Clare Teal and Cleo Laine. Christelle Désiré: Blending soul, jazz, gospel and R&B, Christelle Désiré writes songs shaped by the effortless charm of her Paris banlieue upbringing and her Martinican heritage. APRILLO is a singer-songwriter whose sound is textured, spacious, emotionally rich and quietly magnetic. Honest, fresh and beautifully understated music. Be among the first to hear the next wave of releases from Pastiche Records — live, up close and in an intimate showcase setting.
Sun 26th 8:00pm NATALIE DUNCAN
Singer/songwriter/pianist Natalie Duncan came to wider attention following her appearance on the BBC programme “Goldie’s Band by Royal Appointment”, with the Guardian declaring “An incandescent star is born”. Shortly thereafter she featured on “Later with Jools Holland” and released “Free”, which received a five-star review. Most recently she has been a featured singer with groundbreaking jazz/groove outfit Incognito. Tonight she will be celebrating some of the greatest singer/songwriter/pianists of all time, including Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Nina Simone alongside a mix of her own music and some of the songs that have inspired her.”
She…has developed her own soulfully compelling style as well as a voice whose honeyed, silky caresses are to die for” MOJO
Mon 27th 8:00pm BRUMING BAND
The BruMing band celebrates two contrasting heroes of American music: chamber jazz composer Dave Brubeck and the titanic force of nature that was Charles Mingus. Both of these iconic bandleaders put out groundbreaking albums in 1959, ‘Time Out’ and ‘Ah Um’, respectively and it is from these recordings that The BruMing Band draw their material. Featuring David Gordon-piano, Jake McMurchie (Get The Blessing)-saxes, Sandy Burnett-bass and Paul Cavaciuti-drums expect inventive quartet reworkings of the likes of “Moanin’”, “Better Get Hit In Your Soul”, “It’s a Raggy Waltz”, “Take Five” and much more!
“McMurchie…a very, very good saxophonist. Very original, very passionate… a very sexy sound” Radio 3
Tue 28th 8:00pm ED BENTLEY’S AFRO-JAZZ EXPRESS
Ghanaian musician Ed Bentley has been resident in the UK since the early 70’s, carving an illustrious career on the international jazz scene as a fine pianist and organist. With 8 albums and regular work with high-profile artists (Percy Sledge, Hugh Masekela) to his name and a fan base that includes Sir Paul McCartney his trademark, swinging, organ-led music is the real deal. Tonight he brings to the Club his latest project “Afro-Jazz Express” performing music he describes as “Afro Cross Rhythms with Jazz improvisations & Blues influences”. Also featuring Dave Priseman-trumpet, Sam Dunn-guitar & Richard Bailey-drums.
“[Bentley] is a player’s player, meaty rather than flashy… he doesn’t need to bluff” Evening Standard;
“Highly Recommended, best gig in town” Guardian
Wed 29th 8:00pm **EP LAUNCH** DULCIE MAY MORENO
Influenced by the likes of Nina Simone, Billie Holiday & Sarah Vaughan singer Dulcie May Moreno is emerging as a versatile jazz artist with range and poise, appearing on a regular basis around the UK for the last ten years. Tonight she returns to the Club with her sextet featuring Steve Fishwick-trumpet, whose fluent, melodic playing has been heard with a who’s who of jazz greats, including Anita O’Day & Cedar Walton. Along with Stephen Bridgland-guitar, Frances Knight-keys, Jerome Davies-bass and Matt Home-drums Dulcie will be performing new songs from her forthcoming EP, including her new lyrics for Oliver Nelson’s “Stolen Moments” and her own arrangement of “No Moon At All” as well as her jazz and Latin-inspired originals!
“A pinnacle in UK jazz singing… a class act” Bebop Spoken Here;
“…with compositional maturity and lyrical sensitivity - Dulcie is one of the UK’s most compelling emerging vocalists” Blues and Soul Magazine
Thu 30th 8:00pm R-J GILBERT
This is an exciting new band led by one of the UK’s most promising young saxophonists, R-J Gilbert. R-J first made a name for himself with the iconic UK-based US-born drummer the late Doug Sides (Johnny Griffin, Abbey Lincoln) before more recently being featured with the band of award-winning UK drummer Clark Tracey. He includes performances in both the UK and China on a rapidly expanding cv. Tonight, along with Marcus Coates-piano, Macy Wright-bass & Kefan Hu-drums the band will perform their own spin on classic standards as well as a selection of original compositions by both R-J and members of the band. Expect an evening of high quality straight-ahead, swinging bebop and beyond.
“…an excellent performance from…very talented and impressively mature musicians” The Jazz Mann
Fri 31st 9:00pm VINCE DUNN & THE MEDICINE BAND
A highly experienced live and session drummer with a stunning array of credits to his name, Vince Dunn has worked with some of the biggest names in pop, jazz and soul, including Pharrell Williams, Courtney Pine & Madonna! Also in demand as an educator, running his own clinics as well as teaching at prestigious music institutions such as the Brit School, his enthusiasm, dedication and skill have propelled him to the very top of his field. Tonight Vince is bringing his Medicine Band back to the Club, featuring an eclectic mix of jazz, groove, Latin and soul featuring Chris Neill (Denmark Street Big Band)-keys, Carlton Romillie (Ruby Turner)-sax, Michael Searl (Aaron Liddard, Andy Watts)-bass and Lauren Dalrymple-vocals, a fabulous jazz scat singer. Great stuff.
“Soulful Jazz and Jazzy Soul at its best!” Derrick McKenzie, Jamiroquai
Coming up in August – for the diaries, more information to follow:
Sun 2nd: Pete Churchill
Fri 14th: Lex Cameron’s Pre-Birthday gig
Mon 17th: Around About Dusk
Wed 19th: Ray Beadle
Wed 26th: Becky Alice
606 Club
90 Lots Road
Chelsea
London
SW10 0QD
020 7352 5953