Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Soho, London - Programme June - August 2026.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Ronnie Scott's has announced its full programme until the end of August 2026. Full listings attached.

We have received the following press release;

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club | June - August 2026 | The Blackbyrds, Mica Paris, Kenny Barron, Carmen Lundy, Butcher Brown, Cory Wong, Kiefer

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club
June 2026 – August 2026

Details of upcoming concerts at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club can be found below.

Highlights over the coming months include queen of UK soul Mica Paris; renowned 70s jazz-funk band The Blackbyrds; NYC punk-chic, discodelic band Say She She; fourteen-time GRAMMY nominated US pianist Kenny Barron; 2026 NEA Jazz Master Carmen Lundy; six-time GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin; US jazz hip hop collective Butcher Brown; star guitarist, composer, and producer Cory Wong; Grammy-winning producer and pianist Kiefer; Emmy Award-winning saxophonist Braxton Cook; Blue Note trumpeter Brandon Woody; Chicago-based multi-instrumentalist Isaiah Collier; genre-blending drummer, rapper, and producer Kassa Overall; and a new all-star group featuring Cuban piano master Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Chris Potter, bassist Larry Grenadier, and drummer Eric Harland.

Looking further ahead, the club will be welcoming Marisha Wallace, Christian McBride, Curtis Stigers and much more.

Further details for all upcoming shows available from http://www.ronniescotts.co.uk.

June 2026

Tuesday 16th June 2026
5.30pm (£35-50)
Stefan Mahendra
Soul and R&B vocalist and pianist Stefan Mahendra brings his headline UK tour to Ronnie Scott’s, celebrating the release of his new EP Home Sweet Home. Born to a Sri Lankan father and German mother, Stefan Mahendra’s has long been influenced by jazz, soul and R&B, immersing himself in the music of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway and D’Angelo from a young age.

Wednesday 17th June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Lakecia Benjamin: We Dream
Alto saxophonist and bandleader Lakecia Benjamin is one of contemporary jazz’s most captivating performers. A six-time GRAMMY nominee, she has won an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Jazz Album, and recognition as Alto Saxophonist of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association. Her music blends jazz, funk, R&B and hip-hop influences, and her live performances are renowned for their intense improvisation.

Wednesday 17th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Jamie Murray
Drummer Jamie Murray has played with the likes of Gary Husband, Tim Lefebvre, Donny McCaslin, and most recently David Binney. A forward-thinking and conceptual player with a solid groove style, he also has an open-minded approach to free experimentation.

Thursday 18th June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£50)
Jahari Stampley Soul Family Trio
Jahari Stampley, a rising Chicago pianist and official Yamaha artist, will be returning to Ronnie Scott’s to present his eagerly awaited sophomore album What A Time. Winner of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition in 2023, Jahari’s debut album, Still Listening, debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes charts, and last year, he was nominated for a Grammy for his work on Keyon Harrold’s Foreverland.

Thursday 18th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with ShezAr x The Soul Sirens
ShezAr x The Soul Sirens bring an electrifying late-night live experience to Ronnie Scott’s, blending soul, jazz, house, R&B and gospel-rooted harmonies. Fronted by acclaimed vocalist, vocal arranger and creative director ShezAr - also known as ‘The Duchess of Soul’ - the show promises rich vocal textures, live improvisation, storytelling and high-energy musical moments. Having performed and collaborated with artists including Coldplay, Wizkid, Pete Tong, Jess Glynne, Wretch 32, GHETTS, Emeli Sandé and Sam Smith, ShezAr has built a reputation for commanding live performances and vocal excellence.

Friday 19th – Sunday 21st June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£90-£150)
Cory Wong
Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer, and producer Cory Wong is celebrated for his explosive live energy, razor-sharp funk grooves, and boundary-pushing collaborations across genres. Known for blending jazz, funk, pop, and soul, Wong first rose to international prominence through his work with Vulfpeck, where his rhythmic guitar playing and magnetic stage presence helped define the band’s sound and live aesthetic. He’s since collaborated with Jon Batiste, Bruce Hornsby, Chromeo, Billy Strings, Victor Wooten and more.

Friday 19th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic hosted by Chiminyo
Chiminyo - London drummer, percussionist and electronic producer - delivers explosive, fully improvised sets fusing jazz‑infused grooves with the futuristic edge of electronic production. A core member of Maisha and Cykada, he’s collaborated with Gary Bartz, Nubya Garcia and Shabaka Hutchings.

Saturday 20th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Kaidi Akinnibi
South London-based singer, saxophonist, guitarist, and composer Kaidi Akinnibi effortlessly weaves post-rock, jazz, indie, folk, and electronic styles together. With a mission to release seven albums in a single year, including debut album Like in Dreams, Kaidi’s expressive saxophone and emotive songwriting have made him a sought-after collaborator. Kaidi’s has worked with post-punk disruptors Black Midi, Afrobeat icon Wizkid, boundary-pushing jazz leaders DoomCannon and Blue Lab Beats, and soul sensation Celeste on her chart-topping album Not Your Muse.

Monday 22nd – Wednesday 24th June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£50-£70)
Monty Alexander
Grammy-nominated pianist Monty Alexander celebrates more than 50 years performing at Ronnie’s! Sixty years after leaving Kingston, Jamaica, Alexander’s love for both Jamaica and America resonates in his joyous mix of timeless swinging grooves, endless melodies, sophisticated voicings, and a romantic spirit. With more than 75 recordings to his name, Alexander was named the fifth greatest jazz pianist ever in The Fifty Greatest Jazz Piano Players of All Time. Jamaica has since honoured him for his outstanding contribution to jazz and the promotion of Jamaican music.

Monday 22nd June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£10)
Late Late Show Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Jam
Hosted by trumpeter and raconteur, Andy Davies, expect a high‑energy night of burning bebop from the greats - Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Charlie Parker and more - performed by a rotating house band of top British jazz stars. A breeding ground for rising talent and a late‑night playground for London’s jazz elite, the jam has welcomed surprise drop‑ins from global stars like Esperanza sSpalding, Jon Batiste and Christian Scott.

Wednesday 24th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Nikki Yeoh’s Nucleus Sessions with Niklas Lukassen
Nikki Yeoh’s presents Niklas Lukassan and his ECHO project. With ECHO, renowned bass player and composer Niklas Lukassen showcases his passion for lyrics and songwriting along with improvisation. Each piece inhabits a unique character, moving across a spectrum of emotions, navigating self-reflection against extrospection. ECHO features Immy Churchill on vocals, Jonny Mansfield on vibraphone, Jon Scott on drums and Niklas Lukassen on a unique hybrid instrument, the bass cello.

Thursday 25th June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£50)
Saha Gnawa
Saha Gnawa make their Ronnie Scott’s debut, reimagining the Moroccan Gnawa tradition through New York’s contemporary jazz scene. Gnawa music, or “Sufi blues”, is revered throughout Morocco, often in ceremonial contexts built around trance and repetition. Gnawa combines devotional chant, cyclical rhythms, call-and-response vocals and the deep pulse of the guembri (three-stringed bass lute) with metal qraqeb castanets. Co-leaders Maâlem Hassan Ben Jaafer, a hereditary master of the gnawa tradition from Fes and leader of the Grammy-nominated group Innov Gnawa, and drummer/composer Daniel Freedman (David Byrne, Angelique Kidjo), bring together Gnawa musicians with a New York-derived jazz rhythm section.

Thursday 25th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Amique
Self-styled sacred soul with teeth, perfume and prophecy from Liverpool singer and songwriter AMIQUE, making his Late Late Show debut. AMIQUE’s sound is rooted in soul, R&B and jazz but never sitting still in any one genre, drawing on themes of spirituality, love, sex and loneliness.

Friday 26th – Saturday 27th June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£60)
Steve Smith & Vital Information
Former drummer for Journey, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and one of Modern Drummer Readers Poll’s Top 25 Drummers of All Time, Steve Smith has been touring and recording with Vital Information since 1983. The group’s latest incarnation features virtuoso keyboardist and Guggenheim Fellow Manuel Valera, and Grammy-nominated Cuban electric bassist Janek Gwizdala.

Friday 26th – Saturday 27th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Tanhai Collective
6-piece UK New Jazz band Tanhai Collective draw from 70s soul jazz, post-rock and UK dance music to build their unique high-energy sound.

Sunday 28th June 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£20-£30)
James Hudson Sings The Great American Songbook
With a passion for The Great American Songbook James Hudson epitomises the 21st century crooner, his signature blend of velvet vocals showcased in his two critically acclaimed albums TOMORROW and MOONRAY. James’ style draws from the likes of Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan and Nat King Cole, who have all inspired him to establish his own voice and unique style.

Sunday 28th June 2026
6.30pm (£35-£50)
W3 Funk Sessions
W3 was originally conceived amidst London’s vibrant jam nights, evolving into an innovative force in the world of funk. W3 is a collective of some of the finest musicians in the UK, fusing commanding riffs, dynamic sounds, and lively energy. Their boldness harks back to an era when the power of music was acknowledged and celebrated, a power that crosses generational barriers and remains relevant, regardless of the changing times.

Monday 29th June 2026
5.30pm (£35-£55)
De’Sean Jones & Blaque Dynamite x Urban Art Orchestra
Grammy-winning powerhouse drummer Blaque Dynamite (Mike Mitchell) joins visionary conductor and three-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist De’Sean Jones, leading Detroit’s genre-defying Urban Art Orchestra, for a bold, high-energy musical explosion.

Monday 29th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£10)
Late Late Show Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Jam
Hosted by trumpeter and raconteur, Andy Davies, expect a high‑energy night of burning bebop from the greats - Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Charlie Parker and more - performed by a rotating house band of top British jazz stars. A breeding ground for rising talent and a late‑night playground for London’s jazz elite, the jam has welcomed surprise drop‑ins from global stars like Esperanza Spalding, Jon Batiste and Christian Scott.

Tuesday 30th June 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£55)
Nicole Zuraitis Quartet
GRAMMY-winning jazz singer-songwriter, pianist and arranger, Nicole Zuraitis has released five albums as a leader. Her sixth album, How Love Begins, co-produced Christian McBride, won the GRAMMY for Best Jazz Vocal Album, and she has received GRAMMY nominations for her arrangement of Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ in 2019, and her latest release, Nicole Zuraitis & Friends: Live at Vic’s Las Vegas, in 2026.

July 2026

Thursday 2nd July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£50)
Kiefer
Kiefer is a pianist and producer at the forefront of Los Angeles’ independent music scene, seamlessly bridging jazz, hip hop, R&B and electronic music. A Grammy-winning producer for Anderson .Paak and Drake, Kiefer has built a reputation for combining deep jazz musicianship with hard-hitting, self-crafted beats.

Friday 3rd July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£55)
Anaïs Reno
New York-based singer and composer Anaïs Reno has a deep love for jazz and countless awards and accolades to her name. Anaïs’s debut album, celebrating the music of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn with the Emmet Cohen Trio, was released in 2021 and received international critical acclaim, climbing to number 6 on the jazz chart. Her latest record Lady of the Lavender Mist, released in May 2025, continues to grow her reputation as one of the world’s top young interpreters of the Great American Songbook.

Friday 3rd July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Future Movers
Future Movers, directed by award-winning saxophonist Phil Meadows, are an ever-evolving ensemble featuring the UK’s finest breakthrough jazz musicians. They play a mix of jazz, hip-hop, Afrobeat, funk and soul, drawing influence from Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, Maceo Parker and more.

Saturday 4th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Pride at Ronnie’s with Jamie Safir
Bringing Soho’s Pride Street Party right into 47 Frith Street, do not miss this unforgettable one-off celebration of all things LGBTQ+ in jazz, soul, funk and R&B featuring special guest vocalists alongside a hot-house rhythm section lead by the charismatic virtuoso extraordinaire, Jamie Safir - “one of the biggest talents in British Jazz Piano” (The Guardian).

Saturday 4th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Queertet celebrating Pride in London
Queertet brings together a collection of London’s finest LGBTQI+ musicians to celebrate everything queer about the world of jazz music. Headed by award-winning young saxophonist Tom Smith, Queertet features original material and the music of celebrated LGBTQI+ musicians and composers throughout history, such as Billy Strayhorn, Ma Rainey, Cole Porter and Gary Burton.

Sunday 5th July 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£20-£30)
Pete Long & Steve Fishwick Quintet Play the Music of Horace Silver
From timeless standards to enduring crowd favourites like Song for My Father, Horace Silver’s music remains as vital and infectious today as ever. This show is a whistle-stop journey through the remarkable output of Horace Silver. The line-up features trumpeter Steve Fishwick, one of the UK’s leading exponents of his instrument, alongside alto saxophonist Pete Long, leader of the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra. On piano is Sam Watts, a Brazilian music specialist equally at home in soul-jazz settings and collaborations with artists including Jean Toussaint, Jason Miles and Jason Marsalis. The rhythm section is completed by bassist Andy Cleyndert and drummer Sebastiaan de Krom, widely regarded as one of the grooviest in the business.

Sunday 5th July 2026
6.30pm (£40-£65)
Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion
Blues Explosion perform a night of electrifying blues encompassing all styles from Delta Blues to New Orleans funk. Since its inception in 2008, our monthly blues night has remained a firm favourite on the club calendar, bringing top performers from the world of jazz and blues. Co-led by guitarist/vocalist Marcus Bonfanti (Ten Years After), pianist/vocalist Paddy Milner (Tom Jones) and featuring the dynamic Tony Remy (Jack Bruce) also on guitar, the Blues Explosion performs the music of BB King, Buddy Guy, Peter Green, Albert Collins, Dr. John and many more.

Monday 6th July 2026
5.30pm (£40- £60)
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra
Directed by wise-cracking MD Pete Long, the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra’s exciting brew of virtuoso ensemble playing with killer solo contributions from across all sections of the band has been delighting jazz fans across the board, from newcomers to regulars. Expect the power of a big band across all jazz genres. The band’s shows have made national press for their ability to change styles, so expect roaring swing, sassy vocals, fabulous funk and delicious Latin flavours with first-class arrangements of classic big band hits by the likes of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, The Rat Pack and Benny Goodman!

Monday 6th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
9.30pm (£10)
Late Late Show Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Jam
Hosted by trumpeter and raconteur, Andy Davies, expect a high‑energy night of burning bebop from the greats - Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Charlie Parker and more - performed by a rotating house band of top British jazz stars. A breeding ground for rising talent and a late‑night playground for London’s jazz elite, the jam has welcomed surprise drop‑ins from global stars like Esperanza Spalding, Jon Batiste and Christian Scott.

Tuesday 7th July 2026
5.30pm (£35-£50)
Brandon Woody’s Upendo
Brandon Woody is a Baltimore-born trumpeter, composer, and bandleader whose music flows from the rich lineage of Black music, including jazz, gospel, improvisation, and beyond, to explore themes of love, resilience, and community. Hailed by The New York Times and Los Angeles Times as a rising force in contemporary jazz, Woody signed with the legendary Blue Note Records in 2024 and released his debut album, For The Love Of It All, in 2025.

Wednesday 8th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£55-£70)
First Meeting - Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Chris Potter, Larry Grenadier and Eric Harland
First Meeting is a new ensemble, with four master musicians, each composing and arranging for the group. The result is a nuanced and exuberant collection showcasing top-level group interplay. The ensemble is made up of Havana-born multi-Grammy winning pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba, leading saxophonist and Grammy-winner Chris Potter, collaborator with Joe Henderson and Stan Getz bassist Larry Grenadier, and Wayne Shorter collaborator drummer Eric Harland.

Wednesday 8th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Mark Kavuma’s Banger Factory
Recently named Instrumentalist of the Year at the 2025 Jazz FM Awards and Jazz Ensemble of the year at the All Party Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2025, trumpeter Mark Kavuma has established himself as a key player in London’s rapidly expanding jazz scene.

Thursday 9th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£55)
Kassa Overall
GRAMMY-nominated drummer and producer Kassa Overall performs selections from his new album CREAM. His fourth solo studio album, CREAM pays tribute to the two forces that shaped his musical upbringing: hip hop and the jazz‑drumming lineage of Elvin Jones. Across eight instrumentals, Overall reimagines classics by The Notorious B.I.G., Wu‑Tang Clan, Dr. Dre, A Tribe Called Quest, OutKast, Digable Planets, and Juvenile, transforming them into rhythmically daring, witty, and expressive jazz standards.

Friday 10th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Brooklyn Funk Essentials
Celebrate the release of Brooklyn Funk Essentials’ eighth studio album Black Butterfly with a night of irresistible funk, soul, jazz, hip hop, and spoken word. Across a career spanning more than 30 years, BFE have earned a reputation as electrifying performers, thrilling audiences on every continent and amassing over 65 million digital streams worldwide.

Friday 10th – Saturday 11th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late show with Ebi Soda (Tru Thoughts Takeover)
For one weekend, the spirit of Brighton’s Tru Thoughts lands in Soho for a late-night takeover that blurs the lines between club energy and live improvisation. At its centre, Ebi Soda, a band rewriting the rulebook of modern jazz, bring their restless, shape-shifting sound to the stage, joined by selectors Footshooter and Tara Lily, guiding the room deep into the small hours.

Saturday 11th July 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
11am (£15-£25)
Saturday Brunch: Songs & Stories with Ian Shaw and Joe Stilgoe
Songs & Stories places a leading UK music figure centre stage alongside multi-award-winning singer, pianist and broadcaster Ian Shaw. For this edition, Shaw is joined by the irrepressible Joe Stilgoe: acclaimed singer-pianist, songwriter and consummate entertainer. Renowned for combining dazzling virtuosity with razor-sharp wit and a deep love of the jazz tradition, Stilgoe moves effortlessly between elegant swing, lyrical balladry, playful improvisation and laugh-out-loud storytelling. At the piano, his technical brilliance is matched by a natural warmth and rapport with audiences.

Saturday 11th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£45-£60)
Gretchen Parlato
Since the early 2000s, Parlato has been celebrated as one of the most inventive and mesmerizing jazz vocalists of her generation, performing alongside legends like Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Esperanza Spalding. With a flawless voice and impeccable timing, she creates a dreamy, captivating universe, drawing inspiration from Brazilian music, motherhood, and decades of global touring - from Carnegie Hall to the North Sea Jazz Festival.

Sunday 12th July 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£25-£35)
Melissa Errico with the Tedd Firth Quartet
Tony Award–nominated vocalist Melissa Errico makes her Ronnie Scott’s debut with The Summer Knows, a stirring tribute to the music of Michel Legrand. A leading interpreter of the legendary composer’s work, Errico brings rare authority and intimacy to this repertoire, having starred in Legrand’s only Broadway musical Amour and performed at his sold-out memorials in Paris and London.

Sunday 12th July 2026
6.30pm (£40-£60)
Natalie Williams’ Soul Family
Natalie Williams’ Soul Family is a 10-piece band with a 16-year monthly residency, performing original music alongside classic soul, neo-soul, jazz, and R&B. Led by Natalie Williams, known for her rich, soulful voice, the band features talented singers including Vula and Brendan Reilly. Soul Family Sundays have become a key platform for emerging and established talent, hosting artists such as Amy Winehouse, Jamie Woon, Emeli Sandé, Lalah Hathaway, and Omar.

Monday 13th – Tuesday 14th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£45-£60)
Tuba Skinny
For over a decade Tuba Skinny has grown steadily in popularity, releasing twelve albums and touring all over the world. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans, young and old, neophytes and niche-enthusiasts, with the strength of their musicianship and the scope of their jazz and American roots music catalogue.

Monday 13th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
9.30pm (£10)
Late Late Show Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Jam
Hosted by trumpeter and raconteur, Andy Davies, expect a high‑energy night of burning bebop from the greats - Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Charlie Parker and more - performed by a rotating house band of top British jazz stars. A breeding ground for rising talent and a late‑night playground for London’s jazz elite, the jam has welcomed surprise drop‑ins from global stars like Esperanza Spalding, Jon Batiste and Christian Scott.

Tuesday 14th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Vula & Friends
Vula Malinga, the queen of RnB and an integral part of Soul Family, brings her 90s groove and soul to this popular late-night slot. At her Late Late Shows, Vula curates a unique line-up of emerging soul and RnB talent, with some special guests often dropping in.

Wednesday 15th – Thursday 16th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£55-£75)
Eliane Elias
With the release of her new album Time and Again, internationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and vocalist Eliane Elias proves once again why she’s one of the most versatile and ground-breaking artists in jazz and Brazilian music. On this vibrant bossa nova journey, Elias sings in her native Brazilian-Portuguese, backed by her all-star quartet, delivering a performance that is both spellbinding and deeply soulful.

Wednesday 15th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Rachael Cohen
Rachael Cohen is a leading figure on the London jazz scene. Her acclaimed 2012 debut Halftime established her as a standout voice in UK jazz. A mainstay of the city’s top clubs, she’s celebrated for her energetic, positive performances and mastery of the ‘cool school’ style.

Thursday 16th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late show with Alex Hitchcock
Saxophonist Alex Hitchcock is joined for a one-off Late Late Show by stars of the New York and London jazz scenes including UK stalwart Rachael Cohen and Danish bass sensation Felix Moseholm. An Ivor Novello-nominated composer, Alex Hitchcock is a leading voice on the international jazz stage. Emerging from London’s fertile jazz scene and shaped by inventive collaborations across Europe, the US, and further afield, he has built an international reputation as an instigator and catalyst for captivating musical encounters that continually push the envelope a little further.

Friday 17th – Sunday 19th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm [12pm & 6.30pm on Sunday] (£55-£70)
Kenny Garrett and Sounds From The Ancestors
Composer and saxophonist Kenny Garrett first emerged as a formidable and distinctive voice on the international jazz scene in 1978. From the outset, he displayed an undisputed aptitude for emotive melodic phrasing, a lyrical quality that quickly made him a sought-after collaborator for some of the genre’s most legendary figures. Garrett’s early trajectory saw him sharing the stage and recording with titans such as Woody Shaw, Freddie Hubbard and the prolific Art Blakey. Notably, his tenure with Miles Davis further cemented his status as one of modern jazz’s most influential living masters.

Friday 17th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic with Naná Rizinni
Naná Rizinni is a London-based drummer, composer, and producer whose work merges improvisation, electronics, and jazz into expansive, atmospheric sound worlds. Now based in London, her new album, Epiblast, chronicles transformation, rebirth, and personal evolution - from the joy of new parenthood to the grief of losing her brother - through a bold, hybrid sound that balances acoustic warmth and electronic exploration.

Saturday 18th July *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Kyra
British singer-songwriter Kyra takes audiences on a personal journey through the records and artists that have shaped her sound. Blending soul, jazz and contemporary R&B, Kyra brings her intimate live show to Ronnie Scott’s, joined by her band, Ronnie Scott’s regulars LOX (drums) and INSXGHT (keys), alongside a selection of special guests.

Monday 20th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£50-£75)
Say She She
NYC punk-chic, discodelic band Say She She have, in a few short years, gone from New York clubs to some of the biggest stages around. Formed in Brooklyn in 2021, the trio - Nya Gazelle Brown, Sabrina Cunningham and Piya Malik - have built a reputation for irresistible grooves and gorgeous three-part harmonies that disguise a righteous rebellion running through their music.

Monday 20th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£10)
Late Late Show Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Jam
Hosted by trumpeter and raconteur, Andy Davies, expect a high‑energy night of burning bebop from the greats - Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Charlie Parker and more - performed by a rotating house band of top British jazz stars. A breeding ground for rising talent and a late‑night playground for London’s jazz elite, the jam has welcomed surprise drop‑ins from global stars like Esperanza Spalding, Jon Batiste and Christian Scott.

Tuesday 21st July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Isaiah Collier
Out of Chicago’s vibrant jazz scene, multi-instrumentalist, composer, curator, activist and educator Isaiah Collier presents Collier Plays Coltrane in celebration of the centenary of John Coltrane’s birth. Widely regarded as one of the most compelling saxophonists of his generation, Collier has built a reputation for work that bridges a respect of the jazz tradition and fearless innovation, whether leading his own projects, performing with Angel Bat Dawid’s Brotherhood, or collaborating with artists including Chance The Rapper, Wadada Leo Smith III and Junius Paul.

Wednesday 22nd July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£55-£75)
Mica Paris
The UK’s undisputed Queen of Soul, Mica Paris brings her unmistakable voice and formidable stage presence back to Ronnie Scott’s for two evenings of soul, jazz and R&B this summer. Since breaking through with her Top 10 hit “My One Temptation” at just 18, Mica has carved out a singular career spanning chart success, acclaimed collaborations and standout performances across music, theatre and television. Awarded an MBE for services to music, she continues to influence and inspire generations of singers.

Wednesday 22nd July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Nikki Yeoh’s Nucleus Sessions and Jay Verma
Jay Verma is a London-born South Asian pianist and songwriter, renowned for a rare and distinctive harmonic language that has led to collaborations with Ganavya, SAULT and Unknown T, among others. Influenced by the tradition of musical storytelling, Jay blends piano-led composition with understated vocal narratives, drawing subtle lines between jazz improvisation, film scores and narrative hip-hop. His rhythmic sensibility is informed by his study of Konnakol, the South Indian vocal percussion tradition, as well as a longstanding love of grime.

Thursday 23rd July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Braxton Cook
Braxton Cook is an Emmy Award-winning artist and one of the most compelling emerging voices in contemporary jazz. A virtuoso alto saxophonist, he is equally acclaimed as a vocalist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and composer, crafting a distinctive sound that seamlessly blends jazz, soul and alternative R&B.

Thursday 23rd July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Patterns
Originally from Naples, guitarist, producer, and songwriter Dani Diodato leads London-based, jazz-fusion outfit PYJAEN, quartet SUNAAT, as well as with indie-pop singer-songwriter Arlo Parks. Co-founder Nicola Guida is a free-thinking, genre-bending pianist. A multi-award winner, his unique approach combines jazz, film scores, R&B leanings and hip-hop atmospheres, mixed with a fascinating use of sampling.

Friday 24th – Saturday 25th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£65)
Carmen Lundy
In a career that has kept her at the top of her game for over forty years, Carmen Lundy is a vocalist who focuses on singing all her own work. As a composer, Ms. Lundy’s catalogue numbers over 150 published songs, one of the few jazz vocalists in history to accomplish such a distinction. Her compositions have been recorded by such artists as Kenny Barron, Ernie Watts, Terri Lyne Carrington, Straight Ahead and Regina Carter.

Friday 24th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic hosted by Chiminyo
Chiminyo - London drummer, percussionist and electronic producer - delivers explosive, fully improvised sets fusing jazz‑infused grooves with the futuristic edge of electronic production. A core member of Maisha and Cykada, he’s collaborated with Gary Bartz, Nubya Garcia and Shabaka Hutchings.

Saturday 25th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Hoos Collective
London six-piece Hoos Collective blend jazz, hip hop, house, drum & bass and Afrobeat into high-energy instrumentals that are impossible to pigeonhole. Their immersive live performances are connecting audiences through tight grooves, soulful melodies, and spontaneous improvisation.

Sunday 26th July 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£25-£35)
Nina Kristofferson sings Billie Holiday
Nina Kristofferson, international multi-award-winning jazz singer, actor & writer, has been described by The Times as “hypnotizing, captivating & electrifying”. Nina’s “mesmerising” performance and stunningly sublime vocals perfectly capture Billie Holiday’s music and tell her life story alongside it, taking in her struggles with mental health, drugs, alcoholism, love, racism, and relationships.

Sunday 26th July 2026
6.30pm (£35-£50)
W3 Funk Sessions
W3 was originally conceived amidst London’s vibrant jam nights, evolving into an innovative force in the world of funk. W3 is a collective of some of the finest musicians in the UK, fusing commanding riffs, dynamic sounds, and lively energy. Their boldness harks back to an era when the power of music was acknowledged and celebrated, a power that crosses generational barriers and remains relevant, regardless of the changing times.

Monday 27th July 2026
5.30pm (£35-£55)
The Solomon Gundy Band
The Solomon Gundy Band is the project of British trumpeter and composer Sean Corby, bringing together a cross-generational collective of musicians from the UK’s thriving jazz scene. Fusing jazz, electronica and Afro-diasporic rhythms, their sound moves between vibrant energy and more haunting textures, combining virtuosity with a raw, working-class edge. Their debut album Hancestry, set for release in July 2026, blends soul jazz, sound-system sensibilities and improvisation into a contemporary statement that reflects both tradition and experimentation, while reflecting their elastic approach to genre.

Tuesday 28th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Snowboy and the Latin Section
The pyrotechnic Snowboy and the Latin Section are Europe’s leading Afro-Cuban Jazz group. The music draws on salsa, mambo and Latin jazz, and captures the block party feel of 1970s New York, inspired by the greats such as Eddie Palmieri and Tito Puente.

Wednesday 29th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£55-£75)
Mica Paris
The UK’s undisputed Queen of Soul, Mica Paris brings her unmistakable voice and formidable stage presence back to Ronnie Scott’s for two evenings of soul, jazz and R&B this summer. Since breaking through with her Top 10 hit “My One Temptation” at just 18, Mica has carved out a singular career spanning chart success, acclaimed collaborations and standout performances across music, theatre and television. Awarded an MBE for services to music, she continues to influence and inspire generations of singers.

Wednesday 29th July 2026
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Jamie Murray
Drummer Jamie Murray has a strong sense of writing; his compositions are personal and original with an electronic/jazz fusion style to them. Jamie has played with most of his contemporaries and peers in the new London Jazz scene, as well as crossing into the electronic pop world. Most recently, he has recorded with Binker Golding for Blue Note Re:Imagined. Currently Jamie is involved in several projects, and consistently touring Europe and the USA.

Thursday 30th July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£50-£65)
Ivan Lins
A towering figure in Brazilian music, Ivan Lins celebrates his 81st year with a special performance honouring one of the most remarkable songbooks in contemporary music. Across a career spanning more than five decades, the singer, pianist and composer has created a body of work that transcends borders, blending the sophistication of jazz harmony with the soul of MPB, samba and bossa nova.

Thursday 30th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Myele Manzanza
Energetic and exciting New Zealand-born, London-based drummer and producer Myele Manzanza has made a major impact upon the global musical landscape. A founding member of Electric Wire Hustle, Myele has released five solo albums, collaborating with Jordan Rakei, Theo Parrish, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Recloose and Amp Fiddler amongst others.

Friday 31st July 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£55)
Jeremy Ledbetter Trio
Jeremy Ledbetter Trio is a powerhouse of contemporary jazz, blending masterful improvisation, global music influences, and relentless energy into a fearless, high-voltage sound. Unstoppable, exhilarating, and unforgettable, this is modern jazz at full throttle, live and unmissable. Fresh off their 2025 Juno Award win for Best Jazz Album of the Year, the trio continues to redefine modern jazz.

Friday 31st July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Future Movers
Future Movers, directed by award-winning saxophonist Phil Meadows, are an ever-evolving ensemble featuring the UK’s finest breakthrough jazz musicians. They play a mix of jazz, hip-hop, Afrobeat, funk and soul, drawing influence from Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, Maceo Parker and more.

August 2026

Saturday 1st August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£55-£70)
Kenny Barron: Songbook
14-time GRAMMY nominee Kenny Barron returns to Ronnie Scott’s with music from his 2025 album Songbook. The album represents the fulfilment of a decades-long dream for the piano maestro who has graced the bands of Dizzy Gillespie, Yusef Lateef and Stan Getz as well as leading his much-acclaimed trio.  Joined by acclaimed bassist Kanoa Mendenhall, powerhouse drummer Gregory Hutchinson, and rising vocal talent Tyreek McDole - a standout voice from the album - Barron presents a set that blends vocal interpretation with the intimacy of his celebrated trio.

Saturday 1st August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Future Movers
Future Movers, directed by award-winning saxophonist Phil Meadows, are an ever-evolving ensemble featuring the UK’s finest breakthrough jazz musicians. They play a mix of jazz, hip-hop, Afrobeat, funk and soul, drawing influence from Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, Maceo Parker and more.

Sunday 2nd August 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£20-£30)
Olivia Cuttill Quintet
A graduate of Leeds Conservatoire and an emerging voice on the UK jazz scene, Olivia Cuttill presents an evening of spirited, song-led jazz. Trumpeter and composer Olivia Cuttill brings music from her latest album ...And Writing And Singing And Tunes To Be Swingin’ to Ronnie Scott’s. Leading a dynamic quintet, Cuttill draws on the sounds of New Orleans and the Great American Songbook, blending original compositions with inventive arrangements inspired by artists including Louis Armstrong, Nina Simone and Randy Newman.

Sunday 2nd August 2026
6.30pm (£40-£65)
Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion
Blues Explosion perform a night of electrifying blues encompassing all styles from Delta Blues to New Orleans funk. Since its inception in 2008, our monthly blues night has remained a firm favourite on the club calendar, bringing top performers from the world of jazz and blues. Co-led by guitarist/vocalist Marcus Bonfanti (Ten Years After), pianist/vocalist Paddy Milner (Tom Jones) and featuring the dynamic Tony Remy (Jack Bruce) also on guitar, the Blues Explosion performs the music of BB King, Buddy Guy, Peter Green, Albert Collins, Dr. John and many more.

Monday 3rd – Tuesday 4th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£65)
The Blackbyrds
Formed in 1973 by legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd, The Blackbyrds helped define jazz-funk, R&B and soul in the 70s. Assembled from the most talented students at Howard University, the band struck gold with their eponymous debut and classics like Do It Fluid, Walking in Rhythm, Happy Music and the iconic Rock Creek Park. After reforming in 1999, the current line-up includes original members Keith Killgo and Joe Hall alongside younger musicians.

Monday 3rd August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£10)
Late Late Show Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Jam
Hosted by trumpeter and raconteur, Andy Davies, expect a high‑energy night of burning bebop from the greats - Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Charlie Parker and more - performed by a rotating house band of top British jazz stars. A breeding ground for rising talent and a late‑night playground for London’s jazz elite, the jam has welcomed surprise drop‑ins from global stars like Esperanza Spalding, Jon Batiste and Christian Scott.

Wednesday 5th – Thursday 6th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Denny Ilett’s Electric Lady Big Band plays the music of Jimi Hendrix
During one of his final interviews in 1970, Jimi Hendrix spoke of his desire to lead “a big band that I can write and conduct for”. More than fifty years later, Denny Ilett’s Electric Lady Big Band brings that vision thrillingly to life. Formed by guitarist and lifelong Hendrix devotee Denny Ilett, this explosive 16-piece ensemble reimagines Hendrix’s groundbreaking music through the lens of the modern jazz orchestra.

Wednesday 5th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Mark Kavuma’s Banger Factory
Recently named Instrumentalist of the Year at the 2025 Jazz FM Awards and Jazz Ensemble of the year at the All Party Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2025, trumpeter Mark Kavuma has established himself as a key player in London’s rapidly expanding jazz scene.

Friday 7th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Kinga Głyk
Bassist and composer Kinga Głyk is one of the most distinctive voices of modern jazz, known for her unmistakeable funk-driven sound. Kinga returns to Ronnie Scott’s off the back of releasing her fifth studio album, Real Life, co-produced by Michael League (founder of Snarky Puppy). Performing with the likes of Marcus Miller, Kinga has received worldwide recognition, including nominations from Deutscher Jazz Preis, the ECHO Jazz Award, and the Koryfeusz of Polish Music Award.

Friday 7th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic hosted by Chiminyo
Chiminyo - London drummer, percussionist and electronic producer - delivers explosive, fully improvised sets fusing jazz‑infused grooves with the futuristic edge of electronic production. A core member of Maisha and Cykada, he’s collaborated with Gary Bartz, Nubya Garcia and Shabaka Hutchings.

Saturday 8th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£45-£65)
Morgan James
Called “a phenomenal talent whose feel for classic soul music is bone deep” by The New York Times, singer Morgan James has built a reputation for a voice that stops people in their tracks. From singing standards as a child to performing on Broadway, she has forged a career on her own terms.

Saturday 8th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic with Blue Earth Sound
Blue Earth Sound is the instrumental project of Chicago-based multi-instrumentalist and composer James Weir, blending cinematic jazz, soul and psychedelic instrumental textures into richly atmospheric soundscapes. Signed to London’s DeepMatter Records, their critically acclaimed debut Cicero Nights blends soulful grooves, cinematic textures and intuitive musicianship, drawing on 70s American soul, Japanese jazz, vintage film scores and the introspective moods of cult 80s post-rock band Talk Talk.

Sunday 9th August 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£20-£30)
Shane Hampsheir
Spend an afternoon in the company of timeless music as Shane Hampsheir and his superb swing band bring the golden age of swing to life. Featuring songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, Mel Tormé, Nat King Cole and Tony Bennett, this live show celebrates some of the greatest voices and songs ever recorded.

Sunday 9th August 2026
5.30pm (£40- £60)
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra
Directed by wise-cracking MD Pete Long, the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra’s exciting brew of virtuoso ensemble playing with killer solo contributions from across all sections of the band has been delighting jazz fans across the board, from newcomers to regulars. Expect the power of a big band across all jazz genres. The band’s shows have made national press for their ability to change styles, so expect roaring swing, sassy vocals, fabulous funk and delicious Latin flavours with first-class arrangements of classic big band hits by the likes of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, The Rat Pack and Benny Goodman!

Monday 10th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£55)
Francesca Tandoi Trio
Italian jazz pianist and singer Francesca Tandoi has been hailed by critics and peers alike as a rising jazz star and one of the most captivating young talents on the international scene. In just a few short years, she has earned widespread acclaim as a world-class pianist and vocalist, performing alongside some of the finest musicians in jazz.

Wednesday 12th August 2026
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Rachael Cohen
Rachael Cohen is one the most sought-after players on the London jazz scene. Her critically-acclaimed debut album ‘Halftime’ in 2012, on Michael Janisch’s Whirlwind Recordings, gained her a reputation as one of the premier new voices of her generation in the UK’s jazz and improvised music scene.

Thursday 13th August 2026
5.30pm (£35-£55)
Mama Terra: ‘Inner Space’ Album Launch
Mama Terra return with Inner Space, the latest release from the Glasgow jazz-soul collective led by pianist and composer Marco Cafolla alongside saxophonist Konrad Wiszniewski. Following their acclaimed debut The Summoned and a breakthrough year that saw them tipped by Jazz FM, nominated for Breakthrough Act at the Jazz FM Awards and signed to Acid Jazz Records, the group continue to carve out a singular space in contemporary UK jazz.

Thursday 13th August 2026
8.30pm (£30-£45)
Mackwood
Dubbed “UK music’s best kept secret” (Clash Magazine), drummer and producer Mackwood is rapidly emerging as one of the most exciting voices in the new wave of UK jazz and beyond. With roots in jazz but a sound that bridges hip hop, electronic and bass culture, Mackwood’s music crosses scenes and audiences alike.

Thursday 13th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Vula & Friends
Vula Malinga, the queen of RnB and an integral part of Soul Family, brings her 90s groove and soul to this popular late-night slot. At her Late Late Shows, Vula curates a unique line-up of emerging soul and RnB talent, with some special guests often dropping in.

Friday 14th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£55)
Allysha Joy
A leading voice in the contemporary jazz-soul scene, Allysha Joy has built an international reputation through her distinctive blend of husky vocals, raw poetic lyricism and formidable Fender Rhodes prowess. Hailing from Naarm (Melbourne), the singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist is known both for her acclaimed solo work and as frontwoman of future-soul collective 30/70, forging a sound that moves fluidly between jazz, soul, broken beat and R&B.

Friday 14th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic with Setwun & the Soulstranauts
Setwun is the musical brainchild of Josh Panakera-Molony - singer-songwriter, composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ - sitting at the crossroads of contemporary jazz, beats and electronica, shaping a futurist fusion that moves fluidly between psychedelic neo-soul, broken beat and rhythmic experimentation.

Saturday 15th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£60)
Marcus Machado: Purple Vibes - Featuring the Music of Jimi Hendrix
World-renowned guitarist Marcus Machado, hailed by Rolling Stone as ‘The Next Young Gun’, returns to Ronnie Scott’s with an electrifying homage to Jimi Hendrix, alongside music from his albums Aquarius Purple and Blue Diamonds.

Saturday 15th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Manfredo Lament
Manfredo Lament bring their “100% improvised music” ethos to the Late Late Show — a genre-fluid collision of jazz, fusion, ambient electronics and spontaneous groove, led by synth player Kurt Lam and drummer Gabriel Haslam.

Sunday 16th August 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£15-£30)
TJ Johnson & his Band
TJ Johnson is widely considered to be one of the UK’s most charismatic and highly revered jazz & blues singers. In this concert, TJ and his Band will be performing songs from his new album, Down Home Blues, plus alongside jazz and blues favourites.

Sunday 16th August 2026
6.30pm (£40-£60)
Natalie Williams’ Soul Family
Natalie Williams’ Soul Family is a 10-piece band with a 16-year monthly residency, performing original music alongside classic soul, neo-soul, jazz, and R&B. Led by Natalie Williams, known for her rich, soulful voice, the band features talented singers including Vula and Brendan Reilly. Soul Family Sundays have become a key platform for emerging and established talent, hosting artists such as Amy Winehouse, Jamie Woon, Emeli Sandé, Lalah Hathaway, and Omar.

Wednesday 19th August 2026
5.30pm (£35-£50)
Charlotte Colace
Charlotte Colace is a Berlin-based independent soul artist whose music blends her French-Cuban roots with vintage soul nostalgia. After establishing herself on Berlin’s vibrant soul and jazz scene, Charlotte has shared stages with artists including Omah Lay and Nick Hakim, while also contributing her voice to projects spanning boogie, jazz-funk, gospel and neo-soul.

Wednesday 19th August 2026
8.30pm (£40-£55)
Greg Spero’s Spirit Fingers
Pianist Greg Spero brings his Spirit Fingers project - a boundary-pushing vision of future jazz fusion - back to Ronnie Scott’s. Conceived during Spero’s 2016 world tour with pop phenomenon Halsey, the project emerged as a creative counterpoint to the polished simplicity of arena pop: an outlet for intricate compositions, fearless improvisation and genre-defying musical exploration.

Wednesday 19th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Nikki Yeoh’s Nucleus Sessions with Charlie Ballamy Quartet
This exciting young ensemble bring their individuality, soul and sensitivity to the music, collectively creating a balance of energy, exploration, empathy and interaction. Originally from Frome in Somerset, Ballamy now studies in London at the Royal Academy of Music where he met his fellow like-minded musicians, gradually establishing and sharing musical bonds before forming his quartet.

Thursday 20th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Patterns
Originally from Naples, guitarist, producer, and songwriter Dani Diodato leads London-based, jazz-fusion outfit PYJAEN, quartet SUNAAT, as well as with indie-pop singer-songwriter Arlo Parks. Co-founder Nicola Guida is a free-thinking, genre-bending pianist. A multi-award winner, his unique approach combines jazz, film scores, R&B leanings and hip-hop atmospheres, mixed with a fascinating use of sampling.

Friday 21st August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35-£60)
Butcher Brown
Butcher Brown are a multifaceted quintet from Richmond, Virginia, whose sound blends jazz, hip hop, funk, R&B, soul, rock, bossa nova, and more into what they call “Solar Music”. Their new album A Supreme Blue, out July 24th, is a collaboration with trumpeter Nicholas Payton, dedicated to Miles Davis and John Coltrane in the year of their centenaries.

Friday 21st August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with Malika Collective
Malika Collective are a South London-based group lead by guitarist and composer George Risk. Now featured in its core rhythm section is Henry Lawry on keys, Nim Sadot on bass and Jack Robson on drums.

Saturday 22nd August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£55)
Tenderlonious: 65 years of John Coltrane - Africa/Brass
In 1961, John Coltrane made history with Africa/Brass - his first record on Impulse! - capturing the sound of a continent in the midst of revolution (17 African countries had gained independence the year before). Sixty-five years later, contemporary London jazz figurehead Tenderlonious sets out to invoke that moment, honouring the original recording while pushing it forward with a Coltrane-like fervour.

Saturday 22nd August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Electronic with Horatio Luna
Horatio Luna returns to Ronnie Scott’s to celebrate the release of his new album Ciccin on 22a. An Australian multi-genre bassist, producer and composer, Luna has built a prolific catalogue of releases spanning jazz, broken beat, house and hip hop. He is a founding member of the 30/70 Collective and has collaborated with artists including Jaubi, Tenderlonious, Alexander Flood and Jitwam.

Sunday 23rd August 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£20-£30)
QCBA play Blue Note
Celebrate the 1960s golden era of the legendary Blue Note Records label with QCBA, the explosive jazz group best known for collaborating with Omar, led by trumpeter Quentin Collins and saxophonist Brandon Allen, backed by the powerhouse rhythm team of Hammond organist Ross Stanley and drummer Ian Thomas.

Sunday 23rd August 2026
6.30pm (£35-£50)
W3 Funk Sessions
W3 was originally conceived amidst London’s vibrant jam nights, evolving into an innovative force in the world of funk. W3 is a collective of some of the finest musicians in the UK, fusing commanding riffs, dynamic sounds, and lively energy. Their boldness harks back to an era when the power of music was acknowledged and celebrated, a power that crosses generational barriers and remains relevant, regardless of the changing times.

Monday 24th – Wednesday 26th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£50-£65)
Natalie Williams’ Soul Family present: A Philly Soul Summer Festival
Soul Family are delighted to bring their signature soaring gospel-inflected vocals, driving bass lines, pounding rhythms and all-round joyful musicianship for a Summer Festival of Philadelphia Soul. Expect to hear modern masterpieces and influential classics, from Jill Scott’s ‘It’s Love’ and Jazmine Sullivan’s ‘Bust Your Windows’ to the O’Jays ‘Back Stabbers’, The Spinners ‘Working My Way Back to You’, and ‘Could it Be I’m Falling in Love’’ to Sister Sledge’s disco classic ‘Thinking of You’.

Wednesday 26th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Jamie Murray
Drummer Jamie Murray has played with the likes of Gary Husband, Tim Lefebvre, Donny McCaslin, and most recently David Binney. A forward-thinking and conceptual player with a solid groove style, he also has an open-minded approach to free experimentation.

Thursday 27th August 2026
5.30pm (£35-£55)
April Varner
April Varner has been steadily gaining momentum as a supreme vocalist, bebop technician and contemporary storyteller. Varner was the winner of the 2023 International Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition, Honorable Mention in the ASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Competition in 2025, and most recently named in the 2025 Annual Critics Poll in DownBeat Magazine as a “Rising Star Female Vocalist of the Year”.

Thursday 27th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by Myele Manzanza
Energetic and exciting New Zealand-born, London-based drummer and producer Myele Manzanza has made a major impact upon the global musical landscape. A founding member of Electric Wire Hustle, Myele has released five solo albums, collaborating with Jordan Rakei, Theo Parrish, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Recloose and Amp Fiddler amongst others.

Friday 28th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£45-£60)
Josh Smith Trio
Guitarist and bandleader Josh Smith began playing at six and was already working professionally in his early teens, building his reputation on the U.S. blues circuit before going on to tour internationally. Over the years he has performed and recorded with a wide range of artists, including B.B. King, Mick Jagger, Joe Bonamassa, Eric Johnson and Raphael Saadiq, appearing at major events such as the Grammy Awards and the Kennedy Center Honors. His playing is rooted in the blues but draws equally on jazz and rock, with a focus on phrasing, rhythm and musical interaction.

Friday 28th August 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show hosted by TUCAN
TUCAN’s sound brings you a melting pot of contemporary sonics, fusing hard hitting grooves, experimental chords and captivating melodies. The band’s fresh take on jazz fusion sees their music incorporating soul, funk and R&B, while drawing inspiration from the likes of Snarky Puppy, Robert Glasper and Cory Henry.

Saturday 29th August 2026
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40-£60)
Earl Thomas & The Gospel Ambassadors ft. Sister Leola
A truly distinctive voice in modern blues, Earl Thomas brings his self-described “gospel with a bluesy beat” style to the stage - music rooted in Southern tradition, shaped by lived experience, and delivered with uncompromising intensity. From foot-stomping gospel to deep, slow-burning blues, the performance celebrates the shared lineage of African American sacred and secular music, “talking to the ancestors” through rhythm, harmony and raw vocal power.

Sunday 30th – Monday 31st August 2026
12pm & 6.30pm [Sunday]; 5.30pm & 8.30pm [Monday]
Emma Smith with Horns - Doing It My Way
Award-winning, internationally acclaimed vocalist Emma Smith returns to her home club, Ronnie Scott’s, with Doing It My Way, a thrilling new octet show celebrating the glamour, power and sophistication of the great jazz and big band tradition. Winner of the 2024 Parliamentary Jazz Vocalist of the Year award and recently named runner-up in the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, Smith has performed everywhere from the Royal Albert Hall to many of the world’s leading jazz clubs, collaborating along the way with artists including Michael Bublé, The Quincy Jones Orchestra, Jeff Goldblum and Postmodern Jukebox.

Main shows
Main shows at Ronnie’s are spread across two sittings, with early show doors at 5:30pm for a 6:30pm start and second house doors opening at 8:30pm for a 9:15pm start. On single houses on Mondays and Tuesdays (check website) doors open at 6pm for a 7.30pm start. On Sundays, doors open at 12pm and 6.30pm for one sitting.
Full listings HERE.
https://www.ronniescotts.co.uk/find-a-show

The Late Late Show
Ronnie Scott’s famous Late Late Show is the hottest ticket in London for late night entertainment. Running Wednesday to Saturday and hosted by some of London’s coolest artists and stars, tickets cost £12 in advance and £12-25 on the door. With entry from 11.15pm until 3am, the Late Late Shows are a popular post-dinner destination for drinks and entertainment in the heart of Soho. Late Late Shows listed HERE.
https://www.ronniescotts.co.uk/find-a-show?order=show-date&when=all&show-type%5b%5d=6&loadmore=1&page=2

Ronnie Scott’s
47 Frith Street
Soho
London
W1D 4HT