The Brown Bird Quintet
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
The Brown Bird Quintet is an upcoming Manchester based jazz group led by Will Bird (Trumpet) and Jasmine Brown (Sax). All members of the group are recent graduates of the Royal Northern College Of Music, where Jasmine and Will were awarded the Martyn Edwards Jazz Bursary. The Quintet formed in 2024 and has so far made several appearances at Wakefield Jazz Club, and played gigs and hosted jams across Manchester, playing a variety of music from original compositions to arrangements of swing, latin, funk, pop and even video game music!
Jasmine Brown grew up with 2 jazz musicians for parents and quickly discovered a passion for all things swing and bebop, falling in love with the playing of Phil Woods and Cannonball Adderley. After graduating from the RNCM last year, she has began establising herself on the Manchester scene, composing and arranging. Some of her most recent notable peformances include playing with Femme De La Femme at Band on the Wall and with Tom Smith and Katie Brown at Ruislip Jazz Club.
Will Bird was introduced to jazz at a young age by his dad, a jazz clarinetist, and was then inspired by jazz trumpet players such as Chet Baker and Roy Hargrove. Since moving to Manchester to study the trumpet, he has persued a career as a freelance musician using his skills as an performer, arranger, and pianist. Some of his most recent notable peformances include playing with the Sam Lightwing Quintet at Manchester Jazz Festival and Jeremy Sassoon's Ray Charles Project at Buxton Jazz Festival.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
The Pat Fulgoni Blues Experience
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
The debut 2024 Pat Fulgoni Blues Experience album has received considerable acclaim, a no 3 in the UK blues airplay charts and a nomination in the UK Blues Awards. Already with European dates under their belts “Blues in Britain” writes ‘its a blues set to cherish… Pat and co just do them so well” Reviewing 2024’s Tenby Blues Festival, Blues Matters Mag said: “There then followed an entirely different style and set of full throttle funky electric blues led by Pat Fulgoni and his Blues Experience. With a full on five piece band Fulgoni’s powerful vocal delivery worked wonders as he pushed the boat out with a confidence that highlighted this band’s importance in the growing blues world in the UK.”
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Ed Kainyek Quintet
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Ed Kainyek is a prolific saxophonist based in Manchester, with a long and varied career in jazz and education, who has performed at countless venues and festivals around the world. Ed’s repertoire spans traditional jazz standards, contemporary jazz, and even relaxed ambient sets. Whether leading his own band, jamming with fellow musicians, or teaching the next generation, Ed Kainyek stands as a dedicated and skilled figure in Manchester’s jazz and live music community.
For this gig, Ed was joined by Trish Heenan (vocals), Al Scott (piano), John Sandham (bass) and Rick Weedon (drums). Expect two fantastic one-hour sets mixing vocal-led tunes and instrumentals.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Knock Out Brass Band
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Taking inspiration from New Orleans brass bands, Knock Out Brass Band put a spin on all those modern classics to bring sensational upbeat covers, like you've never heard!
For over a decade KOBB musicians have been heard in every corner of the UK and the world. Performing at festivals, functions and events, including Glastonbury, SXSW and French Quarter Festival (New Orleans) or on tours around America, China and Europe, and in venues such as Ronnie Scotts, O2 Arena and the West End. Individually, some of the best players and together make an extremely exciting, professional and experienced ensemble!
Made up of a groovy sousaphone, hard hitting drum beats, a couple of trumpets and trombones, the band is capable of playing a big range of genres from rock, funk and pop to traditional second-line New Orleans processions!
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Loud Noises
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Loud Noises are a feisty four-piece brass outfit conceived on the streets of Leeds in 2016 who unfailingly showcase a powerful combination of gutsy brass playing and daring repertoire. The combination of trumpet, trombone, bass saxophone, and drums come together to create a sound which can be described as classic New Orleans musicianship meets your absolute favourite cult classic tunes from across the decades.
Equally at home playing traditional NOLA jazz tunes or busting out their distinctive arrangements of pop anthems, these highly competent musicians are sure to make your Saturday night everything you could hope for. Loud Noises provide one of the most engaging and satisfying live music experiences you could hope to find.
With stunning showmanship and crowd engagement from the offset, expect a night of tunes ranging from the likes of Michael Jackson, to The Spice Girls, to Lady Gaga, to the Back Street Boys, and so very far beyond. Loud Noises have raised the roof of Matt & Phred’s each and every time they have played at the club, and it’s always a pleasure to invite them back to our little jazz club. This band is one of a kind, and any audience is sure to be left in pure admiration of how a 4-piece band so full of passion for what they do can create one of the richest and most powerful sounds you’ll hear.
The line up: Tim Hurst (trombone/vocals), Tom Sharp (trumpet/vocals), Anna Chandler-King (bass saxophone), Sam Foster (drums).
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Paul Farr Quartet
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
The Paul Farr Band is back at Matt and Phreds for what is always a wonderful evening of passionate live music.
Appearing regularly at Matt and Phreds for over ten years, band leader and composer Paul is more often than not seen playing with award winning blues sensation Kyla Brox. When he’s not playing around Europe with Kyla he can be seen here playing his own mix of jazz, blues and funk with influences of Schofield, Frisell and Metheny all wrapped up in original tunes.
This performance is set to be very special, as Paul is joined by a fantastic rhythm section made up of Eryl Roberts on drums and Sam Vickery on bass - the trio will also be joined by the fantastic Jeff Guntren on saxophone as a special guest throughout the night.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
The Soul Shebang
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Hailing from north, south and west Yorkshire, The Soul Shebang have come together to celebrate the music that has made us sing, dance and cry since the 1960's - SOUL!
Based on the idea that the song is mightier than the individual, this has formed a strong collective bringing you hand clapping, foot stomping, whistle blowing, crowd cheering music to feed your soul. Ladies and gentlemen, we give you The Soul Shebang!
Playing classic hits from Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Tina Turner and Stevie Wonder with the odd seasoning of Northern Soul from the likes of Frank Wilson and Barbara Acklin, this band is sure to fill the dance floor from the off!
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Stuart McCallum Quartet
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
From jazz beginnings to alt-folk and electronica, Stuart McCallum is one of the most vital and creative musicians of his generation. An in-demand guitarist, composer, producer and educator, Stuart’s current projects include: The Breath, Solitude, Music for Imaginary Film, co-writing with Richard Spaven, as well as performance, composition, and production research and education; Stuart being Deputy Head of Popular Music at the Royal Northern College of Music.
Stuart rose to prominence writing for and playing with the Cinematic Orchestra, on their Ma Fleur and Live at the Albert Hall albums, as well as on their award winning Disney soundtrack, The Crimson Wing. Stuart’s varied career has involved collaborations with electronic artists such as Jordan Rakei, James Zoo, JP Cooper and Bjork percussionist Manu Delago; performances with UK jazz greats John Surman and Kenny Wheeler; recordings with American jazz stars Ari Hoenig, Ira Coleman and Dan Weisz; and performances with prominent folk artists, such as Danny Thompson and Michael McGoldrick.
Tonight, Stuart is joined by three highly acclaimed musicians who have all built a fantastic reputation and prowess in the North’s music scene by their own right. This performance is set to be incredibly special and a unique opportunity to see these musicians freely and expertly perform the most beautiful instrumental music in a highly intimate setting.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
The Swing Commanders
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
The Swing Commanders are a stunningly vibrant and versatile group that perform an exciting mix of 1940s Classics, Boogie-Woogie, Western Swing, 50’s Jump Jazz and more! Every member of the Swing Commanders sings and plays at least one instrument, sometimes three! Yet what makes them stand out even above their incredible music ability and performing skills is their joie-de-vivre.
People who experience the band for the first time are amazed at the energetic showmanship, the instrument swapping, the intricate arrangements, and sophisticated vocal blend.
Line Up
Peter Riley: Vocals, Bass
Siena Lloyd: Vocals, Clarinet, Sax, Bass, Piano, Accordion
Dan Smith: Guitar, Steel Guitar, Backing vocals
Gaynor Sutcliffe: Vocals, Violin, Piano, Bass, Accordion
Stuart Smith: Drums, Backing Vocals
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
John Angus Band
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
John Angus Band is an original rock blues band from the UK.
The band is made up of experienced musicians who are proud to write, record and perform original rock blues songs. With three albums since 2019 and many festival gigs under their belt, they are delighted to be able to play their music to a growing fan base across the UK and Ireland.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Hijack Horns
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Hijack Horns grabs a fist full of feel-good tunes, a handful of high-energy brass, throws it all in a blender and serves you the spiciest, brassyest smoothie your aural tastebuds can handle. Made up of players from long established street bands who are no strangers to the impromptu alfresco rave, this new band squashes the punch of a much bigger outfit into a slinky 5-piece.
Powered by their perennial appetite to bring the party to the people, the Hijack Horns philosophy is simple - life's too short to watch other people dance.
Hijack Horns uphold a strict "All Killer, No Filler" policy, with classics from Stevie Wonder, George Benson and Curtis Mayfield through to The Human League, Fatboy Slim and Outkast.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Soulful Minds
Meet Soulful Minds Music, a dynamic 4-piece ensemble from Manchester breaking musical boundaries with their soulful blend of Motown and Soul alongside their Gospel roots. Led by the captivating Manchester R&B vocalist Natasha, the band weaves together diverse influences into a harmonious journey.
Demetrius, the rhythmic heartbeat, drives the band with his infectious energy on drums whilst Miguel, adds sophistication with soulful/Rnb and Occasional Rock solos on the Guitar, and Roger, The bands MD and Keys player, masterfully binds the arrangements to make this band sound phenomenal and have your unique experience one to always remember.
Church raised musicians, SoulfulMinds bring an ultimate twist of gospel to their sound including POP HITS and POP Rock songs where there is an underlying Gospel sound which is why it sets this 4 piece band apart from other bands.
This multicultural quartet transcends borders, delivering performances that celebrate unity through music which includes carefully arranged Medleys of songs from the 80’s right up to the 00’s. - This band will keep you dancing all night long! literally.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
The Live Notes
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
One of the most in demand collectives of musicians in the North, The Live Notes are back at Matt & Phreds tonight! With some of the North’s most talented and charismatic performers The Live Notes have been reimagining popular songs from across the decades, with each show featuring some utterly outstanding vocalists & instrumentalists.
From all-time disco hits of the 80’s, to R’n’B classics of the 90’s, through to the modern chart hits we all know and love. Think Earth, Wind, and Fire, to Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, to Justin Timberlake, The Live Notes’ repertoire spans over multiple genres and moods, but continuously boasting one thing: a truly dedicated and masterful selection of musicians, whose stage presence and pure collective talent is a pleasure to enjoy live on stage. This isn’t an evening for sitting still and certainly not one to be missed.
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
M&P’s House Band, ft. Mel Raeburn
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Prepare to groove to a soundtrack of pop, soul, and disco classics spanning the decades. Whether you’re into the funky beats of the '70s, the timeless anthems of the '90s, or today’s chart-topping hits, this band has you covered. And of course, it wouldn’t be a Christmas Special without the festive hits that we all know and love!
Featuring some of the city’s most talented musicians and show people, this powerhouse lineup includes: Mel Raeburn (vocals), Matheus Silva (bass, vocals), Stan Lewis (saxophone), Rory Morris (guitar), Matt Hart (guitar), and George Belshaw (drums).
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy honours and pays tribute to one of America's most renowned singers, who found posthumous fame with her heartfelt and spellbinding interpretations of classic songs, including ‘Over The Rainbow’, ‘Fields of Gold’ and ‘Songbird’. The show is performed by four world-class jazz musicians and passionate Eva Cassidy fans, blending their own artistic interpretations with Eva’s classic renditions.
Follow the band: instagram.com/songbirdevacassidyshow
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
Mr Wilson’s Second Liners
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
New Orleans meets 90s club classics...a rave funeral without the body.
In New Orleans, funerals are celebrated in style, with noisy brass bands processing through the streets. The main section of the parade is known as First Line, but the real fun starts with the Second Line, those who follow the band to enjoy the music, marching with the musicians and twirling parasols or waving handkerchiefs.
Welcome to Second Lining.
A rabble of mischievous northerners, Mr Wilson’s Second Liners form a traditional New Orleans Second Line. However, this is no sombre occasion: Mr Wilson’s expend their collective musical talent paying homage to the diehard days of the Hacienda, 90s club culture and its greatest hero, Mr Tony Wilson.
These revolutionary genre bashers knock the First Line sideways, opting for upbeat dance tracks over traditional slow hymns. Proudly stepping out in uniformed style, they channel the spirit of the 24 hour party people and get audiences dancing wherever they play.
Follow the band: instagram.com/mrwilsonssecondliners
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
Club+ partners with Setmixer to professionally record live gigs, capturing high-quality audio straight from the sound desk. Setmixer seamlessly mixes and delivers broadcast-ready recordings, so artists and fans can relive performances exactly as they sounded on the night.
ALLIGATOR GUMBO
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
Alligator Gumbo are a 7 piece New Orleans jazz band from Leeds, who have been playing together since 2011. Having played extensively around the country, and often packed out Matt & Phred’s, we can’t wait to see them again.
A gig with Alligator Gumbo sees jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz era, when music was raw and largely improvised with melodies and solos happening simultaneously which has now become defined as the 'New Orleans' sound.
As well as the band’s unique and fast-tempo treatment of the classic tunes, Alligator Gumbo take this distinctive style and apply it to their arrangements of more modern and popular songs which everyone will recognise and happily head to the dance floor upon hearing.
Follow the band: instagram.com/alligator_gumbo
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
THE VINYL STEPPERS
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
The Vinyl Steppers put a twist on chart-hits for music that’s unexpected, giving pop classics a throwback feel, with swing and jazz tunes in there too! Expect sultry sounds that make the dance floor irresistible for quick steppers and slow dances.
Follow the band: instagram.com/thevinylsteppers
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
BEYOND THE BLUE
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
“…their sound crosses genres and pushes boundaries whilst retaining their roots in the UK jazz scene.” - Voicemag UK
Beyond the Blue are an exciting, up-and-coming London-based Jazz band. They have played a number of sell-out shows in venues ranging from The Vortex Jazz Club to Hootananny Brixton to Milton Court Concert Hall as a part of the EFG London Jazz Festival. They have also opened for many established artists such as Omar, Moses Yoofee Trio, Blue Lab Beats, Ebi Soda and Rosie Frater-Taylor and have played at renowned festivals like Love Supreme and Cheltenham Jazz Festival.
Their music, written and arranged by pianist/composer Jude Lane, draws influence from a wide range of genres ranging from UK dance music to jazz and classical music, with a unique instrumentation of: cello, guitar, alto, tenor and rhythm section. Their latest release, a four-track live session, reimagines their previous quartet material in a dynamic septet setting that sets the tone for a future debut album release in 2025.
Follow the band: instagram.com/beyondtheblue__
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS:
HAPPY DAGGERS
ON THE MOVE? JUST LISTEN:
“Turn It Up... that’s what I’m talking about #longlivethefunk” - Nile Rodgers
“Loving the nod to the 80’s from this outfit...BANGIN’!” - Craig Charles, BBC6 Music
Bringing a unique blend of guitar driven disco-funk propelled by thumping beats, throbbing bass lines, infectious melodies, and a captivating and commanding lead vocalist in frontman Sinclair Belle, Happy Daggers are a band on a mission to make you move.
On stage Happy Daggers are a party-igniting force. Appearances at major festivals and events featuring alongside the likes of Stevie Wonder, Pharrell Williams, Sister Sledge, Grandmaster Flash, Laura Mvula, Tom Misch and Ibibio Sound Machine, as well as numerous venues nationwide, have earned them critical acclaim for their innovative sound and indelible, high octane live performances.
Follow the band: instagram.com/happydaggers
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU MIGHT LIKE:
LATEST ON DEMAND GIGS: