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Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2

606 Club · Music · SW10

American-born but British educated, saxophonist Dan Reinstein first began playing at the old 606 Club on Kings Road when he was a medical undergraduate. Even then he was impressive, and after taking time off from his medical studies to attend the Berklee School of Music he became even more remarkabl

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Union Chapel · Music · N1

Hailed by NPR as "one of America's defining voices of freedom and peace," Mavis Staples is the kind of once-in-a-generation artist whose impact on music and culture would be difficult to overstate. She's both a Blues and a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer; a civil rights icon; a GRAMMY Award-winner; a chart-topping soul/gospel/R&B pioneer; a National Arts Awards Lifetime Achievement recipient; and a Kennedy Center honoree. Mavis Staples marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., performed at John F. Kennedy's inauguration, and sang in Barack Obama's White House. Mavis Staples has collaborated with everyone from Prince and Bob Dylan to Arcade Fire and Hozier, and performed with The Band at The Last Waltz. At a time when most artists begin to wind down, Mavis Staples ramped things up, releasing a trio of critically acclaimed albums in her 70's with Wilco's Jeff Tweedy that prompted Pitchfork to rave that "her voice has only gained texture and power over the years". An AGMP Concerts presentation. Please note Margins Cafe will not be held for this event More Information: For Accessibility, please click here. The venue is seating only. All seats are unreserved and are taken on a first come first serve basis. Please arrive early before event door times if you have preferred seats. Due to the nature of our venue, please be prepared to queue for entry. The venue is fully accessible, with use of ramps and the upstairs bar is accessible with use of a platform lift. Please email [email protected] with any specific accessibility requirements, that we should be aware of, as soon as you purchase your ticket as requests are dealt with on a first come, first serve basis. The bar is located on the first floor of the venue and will be open from the stated door time and remain open after the show. Alcohol consumption will be limited to the bar area only, it is not permitted to take alcohol to the main chapel space. An array of soft drinks and snacks will also be available and are permitted in the main space - please note the Union Chapel bar and kiosk accept card payment only. Strictly no food or drink may be brought from outside into the venue. Water bottles must be emptied before entering the venue, with refilling stations available inside.

Vortex Jazz Club · Music · N16

Doors 7:45 PM, Music 8:30 PM - 2 sets of music   Line-up: Idris Rahman - Woodwinds Liran Donin - Double bass Emre Ramazanglu - Drums About Idris Rahman and Liran Donin. Together they are creating a fully improvised compositions as they explore unique melodies, intimate sonic spaces, textures and meditative grooves influenced by the wide variety of music the two have assimilated into their sound. Following their EU tour and second sold out release the two will celebrate their third limited release with a three day residency hosting some of UK unique voices! From Indian and north African inspired rhythms and all the way back to raw ecstatic melodies, the two are incorporating a wide palette of instrumentation including double and electric bass, bass clarinet, tenor sax, bamboo flutes, Tibetan singing bowls, percussion, voices and electronics they create musical worlds that take the listener on a unique spiritual and emotional journey striking the balance between song based forms and open structures. This special three day residency will see them collaborate with some of their favourite musicians, allowing improv and experimentation to predominate. Each night will begin with a duo set by Earth and Bones followed the second set inviting guests to an improvised conversation. This will be a special residency allowing deep exploration of sonic worlds and a chance for meditative and hypnotic connections, a series not to be missed.

Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Green Note · Music · NW1

Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Green Note · Music · NW1

Vortex Jazz Club · Music · N16

Doors 7:45 PM, Music 8:30 PM - 2 sets of music   Line-up: Sam Glaser - Alto saxophone James Copus - Trumpet Tom Barford - Tenor Saxophone Olli Martin - trombone Will Barry - Piano Will Sach - Double bass Will Cleasby - Drum kit   About: This collaborative septet features a stunning line-up of leading musicians on the UK jazz scene who come together in this format for the first time to celebrate seminal septet recordings from the classic jazz canon. You can expect to hear arrangements and transcriptions of compositions by Joe Henderson, Art Farmer, Thelonious Monk, Wynton Marsalis, and many more, with these incredible musicians putting their own stamp on the music, drawing from influences far and wide. Sam Glaser, James Copus, Tom Barford and Olli Martin have known each other as friends and musical colleagues for over 15 years. Having studied together at the Royal Academy of Music, and having been house-mates for several years, this collaboration is long overdue. Each have pursued their own path musically and received recognition for their playing, and with the four of them at the front of this septet, you can expect a high-octane performance. They are joined by a tour-de-force rhythm section, comprising Will Barry, Will Sach, and Will Cleasby. These musicians, each renowned individually for virtuosic playing and limitless creativity, often come together to form one of the notorious rhythm sections in the UK. Between them, they have toured internationally with the likes of Wynton Marsalis, Jerry Bergonzi, Joe Farnsworth, Eddie Henderson, and Kurt Elling.

Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2

The Underworld Camden · Music · NW1

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Kiln Theatre · Music · NW6

Green Note · Music · NW1

Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2

World Heart Beat · Music · SW11

The Betty Black Revue Book Now Musician and singer Elisabeth Troy, photographed by Tom Oldham at 28 Sunbury in Shoreditch, London May 2025. i Image caption: Musician and singer Elisabeth Troy, photographed by Tom Oldham at 28 Sunbury in Shoreditch, London May 2025. Musician and singer Elisabeth Troy, photographed by Tom Oldham at 28 Sunbury in Shoreditch, London May 2025. i Image caption: Musician and singer Elisabeth Troy, photographed by Tom Oldham at 28 Sunbury in Shoreditch, London May 2025. Home / Events / The Betty Black Revue Betty Black, the sizzling new alter-ego of Elisabeth Troy, in a night that celebrates the golden era of soul with fire, finesse and a killer band. Known to many as the voice behind UK garage classic ‘Crazy Love’ and a longtime collaborator with the likes of Roni Size, Primal Scream, and Incognito, Troy steps out in full technicolour as Betty Black: a soul powerhouse, storyteller, and frontwoman of The Betty Black Revue. This is no ordinary gig – it’s a showcase, a spectacle, and a deep dive into the roots of Rhythm & Blues.The evening marks the official launch of her new single ‘Save Me,’ a bold, sassy, high-energy tribute to the sounds that shaped her. Expect a full-throttle live show with a killer band, dazzling costumes, and choreography that nods to Tina & Ike. Drama from Shirley Bassey and Grace Jones, while remaining unmistakably Betty. From smoky blues and spiritual jazz to Northern Soul stompers and vintage funk, each moment is a love letter to the 50s, 60s and 70s, delivered with modern flair and unfiltered soul. This is a must for the old-school funk & soul aficionados, vinyl heads and dancers.Come dressed to impress! Betty Black aka Elisabeth Troy – Lead Vocals Andrew Ross – Saxophone & Flute Simon Finch – Trumpet Carl Hudson – Keyboards Simon Picton – Guitar Nick Cohen – Bass Darren Abraham – Drums Anelisa Lamola – Vocals Shezar – Vocals Karlos Edwards – Percussion & Vocals Sat 15 Aug 2026 Jazz & R&B Book Now Ticket Prices £25/30/35 Times Doors: 6:00 pm Stage: 7:30 pm Venue World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens, 3 Ponton Road, London SW11 7BD Directions Accessibility: World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens is a fully accessible venue. If you have any questions or special requirements, please email [email protected]

Green Note · Music · NW1

The Underworld Camden · Music · NW1

Whitechapel Gallery · Music · E1

Green Note · Music · NW1

Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2

606 Club · Music · SW10

Well, this is pretty special, two of the UK's finest musicians, saxophonist Derek Nash and singer Noel McCalla , coming together to celebrate the music of one of the greatest singer/songwriters of all time. An award-winning saxophonist, Derek Nash is perhaps best known as one of the featured saxopho

The Underworld Camden · Music · NW1

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Windmill Brixton · Music · SW2