Brew 4et
Hailing from Italy, playing original music from their latest & upcoming albums
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We are thrilled to welcome Brew 4et to our little club, all the way from Italy! This is going to be a special one, let’s show them some love.
Brew 4et were born in 2016 from the desire to explore, through different timbres and instruments, the sound in its stratification deposited through listening.
The passion for music and jazz encouraged the research of Giuseppe Giroffi on saxophones, Gianluca Manfredonia on vibraphone, Luca Varavallo on double bass and Alex Perrone on drums to move more and more towards the creation of a sound confusion in which tradition and contemporaneity mix vividly, embracing a broad spectrum musical culture that never ceases to be in contact with the essence and nature of sound.
In 2018 they participate in various jazz festivals, including Think Jazz, Jazz Flirt and JazzIt Fest. In 2021 hey record their first album, entirely focused on unreleased compositions. In the same year they participate in the Val d’Agri Jazz Festival. In September 2022 they won the review organised by the JAZZMI Jazz Festival in Milan, ranking first place after an original selection of 800 artistic proposal, they are chosen by the jury of critics and experts, first among the first 8, then among the first 4 projects, they rank in first place. Then perform in the famous Blue Note Milano jazz Club. In October 2022 they participated in the Johnny Râducanu International Jazz Festival in Romania, winning the award of “Cea mai bunâ Formatie” (Best music Line-Up of the Festival). Currently the quartet is working on second studio album.
Tonight, Brew4et will play the music from their first album "DROPS" and some compositions from the second album they are working on.
J2OH
A hybrid of hiphop/trap/dnb/electronic and contemporary jazz
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J2oh are a hybrid-jazz duo based in the North of England, with Jenny Walinetski on drums and Jemma Freese on keys and vocals. Their energetic and emotionally epic sound comes from a hybrid of hiphop/trap/dnb/electronic and contemporary jazz, using cross signatures, melodic phrasing, rhythmical hooks, complex harmony and vocal sound bites to create their sound.
Each composition is rooted in improvisation, which is part of their creative process and is also how the two met. Influences include; Floating Points, Gretchen Parlato, Yussef Kamaal, Portico Quartet, Slowly Rolling Camera and Richard Spaven.
Performance highlights include; Leeds Jazz Festival, Band on the Wall, Low Four Studios and supporting K.O.G. and Franz Von (Nubiyan Twist) in Sheffield. In 2022 they received a placement on Sage Gateshead’s Summer Studios scheme.
Tonight, expect an original performance of drums and synth/vocals based high energetic music, with a heavy focus on hybrid jazz with elements of DnB and time crossovers. A few sneaky covers will be thrown in, in J2oh’s unique style.
Ben Playford Trio
Vocal and piano-led band play well-loved jazz and blues standards, plus up-tempo numbers with rock-a-billy tendencies
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Ben Playford and his trio evoke the output of the Nat King Cole Trio and Mose Allison. Although their repertoire includes many well-known and well-loved jazz and blues standards, it also includes up tempo numbers with rock-a-billy tendencies. With fresh arrangements, riveting improvisational interplay and modern influences this trio’s got a little something for everyone.
Rob Stringer Quartet
The Rob Stringer Quartet includes four of the UK’s top live jazz performers and will feature reimagined popular songs as well as classic jazz and blues standards.
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The Rob Stringer Quartet includes four of the UK’s top live jazz performers and will feature reimagined versions of songs by The Beatles, Prince, Ray Charles, Fats Domino & Elvis Presley as well as the classic standards of Sinatra, Billie Holiday and Dean Martin with a sweet, funky and soulful New Orleans-tinged sound.
Raised in a musical household, Rob Stringer began studying classical piano at the age of six, but soon found himself drawn to jazz music, and influenced by the greats; from Fats Waller and Frank Sinatra to Miles Davis and Harry Connick Jr, and everyone in between. Rob has toured the world for many years performing at prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Radio City Music Hall and Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado.
He is currently touring his own new Billy Joel tribute show 'Celebrating Billy Joel - America's Piano Man' in theatres around the USA.
Rob prides himself on presenting audiences with a sound that is both musical and authentic but always inclusive and entertaining, often performing classic hits and modern tunes and reworking them with a jazzy twist!
Joining Rob are 3 stellar performers on the North West jazz scene; Billy Buckley on guitar, Ed Harrison on double bass and Dave Walsh on drums (who has a pizza named after him at Matt & Phreds).
Bring your dancing shoes!
BD Lenz
B.D. Lenz not only fuses jazz and rock, he complements it with warm chords of funk, soul, and rhythm and blues.
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Even if you've never heard of American jazz guitarist B.D. Lenz it's very possible you've heard his music before - it's been featured on hundreds of TV shows around the globe. He's released eleven recordings of his unique brand of funky jazz that fuses virtuoso musicianship with expert songwriting. Joining B.D. will be James Rosocha (bass) and Joe Falcey (drums). Together, this trio will keep you surprised with their eclectic mix of jazz standards, original jams, and pop classics.
"Part of the reason for his accessibility is that he not only fuses jazz and rock, he complements it with warm chords of funk, soul, and rhythm and blues." New York Times
Los Chichanos
Mixing a rich percussion section, powerful vocals, vintage guitar solos and mesmerizing Peruvian melodies, Los Chichanos perform “chicha” or Jungle Cumbia.
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The band behind Edinburgh’s underground fiesta scene, Los Chichanos formed to heat up their audiences with pumping live Latin music. Mixing a rich percussion section, powerful vocals, vintage guitar solos and mesmerizing Peruvian melodies from the Amazon and the Andes, Los Chichanos perform “chicha” or Jungle Cumbia. The style of music has experienced a worldwide boom in recent years, and it’s clear why – tropical vibes, jungle sounds, experimental guitar-driven songs, '60s organ leads and all the raucous rhythms of live cumbia & salsa! This music was written to make bodies move and minds travel.
With members from Brazil, USA, Australia and the UK, the international combo formed in Scotland in 2021. Their shows regularly reach capacity across Edinburgh, popular amongst lovers of Latin music and late night dance circles. Using traditional cumbia rhythms and full-powered percussion on congas, bongos, guira and kit, the group mixes experimental electric guitar and iconic nostalgic organ sounds, exploring ‘60s psychedelic and surf influences… The result? A hugely danceable setlist that transforms any night out into an infectious tropical fiesta. Let Los Chichanos lead you on their jungle expedition across the Latino dancefloor and deep into the misty South American rainforest.
Tonight, Los Chichanos perform "chicha", a genre also known as Jungle Cumbia which originated in 1960s Peru. Join the live fiesta of rich Latin percussion, vintage electric guitar and organ with mesmerizing melodies from South America and the raucous rhythms of live cumbia & salsa.
Line Up:
Sandino Borges - guitar / vocals
Conal McIntosh - bass / vocals
Georgia Ollier - keys / vocals
Andy Cooke - congas / vocals
Tim Leslie - drums / vocals
Georgia Crandon
A true 'Rock Chick’, that’s establishing herself firmly within the ‘MOD’ and Northern Soul retro scene.
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Georgia Crandon has performed on some exceptional stages including The Liverpool Philharmonic, Birmingham Symphony and a sell out performance at the iconic Royal Albert Hall. Touring the UK, she's had the support of her formidable fan base, including the affectionately named 'Essex Massive'.
Described as 'refreshingly different' by the Evening Standard and 'A nano second ahead of the pulse' by BBC Radio Essex, Georgia takes inspiration from the greats - the stage presence of Presley, the vocal prowess of Joplin and the flamboyant style of Bolan. Her compositions are fresh with an unrivalled retro style meaning her demographic appeal is both young and old.
Georgia now embarks on her new journey signing with Static Wax Records following some spectacular main stage performances in 2021 supporting Soul II Soul, Shaun Ryder's Black Grape, The Dualers and Northern Soul act, The Signatures.
Tonight, Georgia Crandon is accompanied by her phenomenal support band, performing a mixture of original compositions from her 4 EP releases and up-beat covers from the likes of, Blondie, The Jam, and beyond. Drawing comparisons to the retro vibes of Winehouse, and flamboyancy of Bolan, Georgia is electric on stage. A true 'Rock Chick’, that’s establishing herself firmly within the ‘MOD’ and Northern Soul retro scene.
Neil Yates with The Bim Williams Trio
Neil Yates joins the Bim Williams trio for a night of burning hard-bop, be-bop, swing and Great American songbook tunes, plus original compositions.
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Multi-instrumentalist composer, arranger and educator Neil Yates studied music at Salford University and Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
He stepped out into the professional music business in 1991, as a London-based jazz trumpeter working most notably for the BBC Big Band and Johnny Dankworth Orchestra. He moved on to higher profile session musician work in 1994, performing and recording with The Brand New Heavies, Supergrass, Black Grape, Lighthouse Family, Alison Moyet, Will Young, Raw Stylus, Suggs, Matt Bianco and Robbie Williams.
To address his own creative urges in 1999 Neil moved out of London and travelled the festivals of UK and Ireland for a year in a caravan, eventually settling in a North Wales beauty spot to write and record his award winning first solo jazz album "New Origins" and second album "Five Countries", released on Edition Records November 2011. He also became much involved in Celtic music, performing, writing and arranging for traditional music legends Michael McGoldrick and Kate Rusby.
On this Occasion Neil joins the Bim Williams trio for a night of burning hard-bop, be-bop, swing and Great American songbook tunes, plus original compositions from each of the band’s members.
Shapeshifters
Shapeshifters is a contemporary jazz trio made up of three friends whose musical roots are grounded in the rich tradition of the genre.
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We knew as soon as we heard Shapeshifters' music that they were something truly special. This was most certainly proven when they first played at the club back in February. We couldn't hope for a more wonderful trio to be part of our manchester jazz festival line up.
Shapeshifters is a contemporary jazz trio made up of three friends whose musical roots are grounded in the rich tradition of the genre. Anna Chandler (alto saxophone), Sam Quintana (bass) and Steve Hanley (drums) combine their musical backgrounds with influences from the likes of Charles Mingus, Fly Trio and the Tristano School.
When playing together they embrace spontaneity, able to morph the direction of a piece at the flick of a switch and constantly challenging themselves to improvise fearlessly and unapologetically. Performing a mix of original material and unique takes on standard repertoire, the group produce a coherent narrative whilst keeping you on your toes as to what might happen next.
Tonight, Shapeshifters will play a collection of original material from their debut album, as well as some newer compositions and standards with their interactive and spontaneous approach.
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Anna Chandler // Alto Saxophone
Sam Quintana // Double Bass
Steve Hanley // Drums
St. Barbe
St. Barbe create a rich and expansive sound world fuelled by high-octane improvisation, ethereal textures and complex beats.
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Dissolving the lines between jazz, rock and electronic music, St. Barbe create a rich and expansive sound world fuelled by high-octane improvisation, ethereal textures and complex beats. Their debut E.P ‘Shapeless’ was released in January 2021 and garnered support from Spotify’s editorial jazz playlists as well as earning them a feature in Guitar Magazine.
Their live set draws on the compositions of ‘Shapeless’ and an eclectic range of new material, offering an immersive blend of extended improvisations and intricate trio arrangements that move freely from delicate melodicism to full-throttle fusion.
"Injecting their brand of jazz with a healthy shot of alternative rock, St. Barbe deliver a slick, fresh take on the genre that brings it straight into the twenty-first century.” - Guitar.com
Ben Haskins Quartet
Exploring open, melodic compositions and stretched out improvisations the band draws influence from improvised music on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Led by guitarist Ben Haskins, the band has come together through jam nights, mutual projects and a love for improvised music. After a first successful gig at Hyde Park book club over a year ago the group has steadily gigged on the Leeds circuit and by doing so have found a sound that lends itself to the intimate setting of the guitar and tenor led quartet. Exploring open, melodic compositions and stretched out improvisations the band draws influence from improvised music on both sides of the Atlantic, taking inspiration from John Coltrane, Shabaka Hutchings, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Mark Guiliana, and John Abercombie. After finally recording in January 2019 the band released their Debut EP ‘Candescence’ on the 10th of September.
The band has grown out of the rich jazz scene Leeds has been offering for so long now. All alumni of Leeds College of Music, the members are active musicians on the Leeds scene. Featuring musicians from Vipertime, Tete De Pois and Slow Lorris to name a few.
Yubaba
Adding their own arrangements and twists to Funk, Soul, and Reggae hits from the 80’s to today.
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After absolutely raising the roof of M&P’s for their first gig with us back in November, we are incredibly excited to welcome Yubaba back to the club!
Yubaba are North Wales’ and the North West’s premier Funk & Soul act. This vocal-led 6 piece band never fail to get audiences of all ages moving with their infectious mix of Funk, Soul, Ska and Reggae.
With a mighty repertoire spanning from classic grooves to more modern chart tracks, Yubaba add their own arrangements and twists to Funk, Soul, and Reggae hits from the 80’s to today.
From The White Stripes, to Amy Winehouse, to The Beatles, to James Brown, to Aretha Franklin, to Junior Senior, and so far very beyond…
The hugely competent line up of vocals, saxophone, guitar, keyboards, bass, and drums promise to ignite the atmosphere of our little backstreet jazz club from song one. This is to be a Saturday night in the company of a fantastic band whose awesome showmanship and skill will get you dancing in your seat, then on the dance floor, then all the way home.
Voodoo Brass Band
One of London’s freshest and most exciting new brass bands, with a broad repertoire including pop and rock tunes; orignals and covers.
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Formed in 2018, Voodoo Brass Band is already one of London’s freshest and most exciting new brass bands. They have seen their reputation go from strength to strength following sell-out shows all across London, including regular performances at venues such as Hootenanny (Brixton), CLF Art Cafe (Peckham) and Pizza Express (Soho).
In the last several years, Voodoo Brass Band have been building a presence on online streaming platforms with the release of their cover, Earthquake (Labrinth) and original, 12 Years, both having been hit with critical acclaim.
Their repertoire includes both inspired arrangements of pop and rock songs as well as original material drawing on a wide range of influences reaching from London based jazz-fusion bands, such as Ezra Collective, to American brass bands, such as The Soul Rebels and Youngblood Brass Band.
Dave Luvin Presents The Jazz Singers
All-time classic soul, pop, and disco tunes given a unique jazz-y twist!
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Dave Luvin Presents The Jazz Singers sees some of Manchester’s finest jazz musicians come together under the lead of Kansas City bass man, Dave Luvin, fronted by a phenomenal vocalist.
Tonight, the band will be fronted by the fantastic Jocelyn Knight.
Over the course of the night, you can expect to hear the unexpected! Jocelyn and the band will be performing some all-time classic soul, pop, and disco tunes given a unique jazz-y twist!
Zang
A brilliant vocal-led fusion of floorfilling Dance, House, Garage, Rock, Pop, R&B and Funky music.
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ZANG are a rollicking 5-piece party band, featuring sassy soulful vocals, deep funky bass, groove ridden drums, seductive searing guitar and lip-smackingly delicious piano, rhodes and organ - playing a brilliant fusion of floorfilling Dance, House, Garage, Rock, Pop, R&B and Funky music.
Expect to be moved, excited and delighted with a selection of ZANGED up party bangers designed to make that ass move, shake and quake. Loads of classics, mixed with some cool and quirky selections, all styled up and supercharged for your entertainment. Do not miss this!
Lovers of Kings Of Convenience, Moloko, Ginuwine, Prodigy, Beyonce, Arctic Monkeys, Prince, Hendrix, Alison Limerick, Queens of the stone age, Spice Girls, and Prince, to name but a few… This is for you.
Arun Ghosh
Indojazz sensation Arun Ghosh returns to Matt & Phred’s, as he celebrates the release of brand new record, Seclused in Light.
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Indojazz sensation Arun Ghosh returns to Matt & Phred’s. It’s a homecoming, album-launch concert for the award-winning clarinettist, as he celebrates the release of brand new record, Seclused in Light.
A leading light in British jazz, Arun and his band deliver a passionate sound driven by soaring melodies, hypnotic rhythms and transcendental textures.
Arun grew up in Bolton, and cut his teeth within Manchester’s vibrant jazz scene. Since then he has released four acclaimed albums, and toured nationally and internationally. Tonight’s show reunites him with fantastic musicians from Manchester and Leeds scenes: Dave Walsh (drums) Gavin Barras (double bass) and Jamil Sheriff (piano), and introduces rising star, Marcus Joseph on alto saxophone.
Twice awarded Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards, Arun’s musical style takes a multi-era / multi-genre approach; where numerous strands of jazz join forces with a myriad of musical influences: from jungle to punk, blues to Bollywood…and beyond.
This open-eared aesthetic and musical philosophy, and his bringing together of South-Asian raags (melodies) and taals (rhythms) with jazz culture and instrumentation, has led him to be considered a renowned innovator of modern IndoJazz.
A charismatic and communicative performer, Arun Ghosh’s shows are always special, spontaneous and moving events - especially here in Manchester ; this is a gig not to be missed!
Mr. Green
A band of professional musicians from Manchester who came together over their love of jazz-funk.
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Mr. Green’s Jazz-Funk Revival
Mr. Green is a band of professional musicians from Manchester who came together over their love of jazz-funk. The band started as a homage to the legendary Blue Note Records guitarist Grant Green. As the band grew they encompassed music from other great jazz-funk artists ranging from the sixties up to the present day. Their repertoire mixes funky beats, hectic solos and cool melodies with just a hint of fusion. Expect music from The Meters, George Benson, Grant Green, Cory Wong, The New Mastersounds and more.
For this gig, the band was joined by two special guests: the accomplished funkster Stephen Wilcock on saxophone and flute, and the amazing vocal talents of Martin Connor singing classics from artists like Sly and The Family Stone and The Isley Brothers.
The Jazz Defenders
he Jazz Defenders are a group born from a deep love of Blue Note Jazz, drawing on a wealth of inspiration to craft their own raw and vibrant compositions.
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Led by one of the UK's most formidable Jazz pianists, George Cooper, The Jazz Defenders are a group born from a deep love of Blue Note Jazz, drawing on a wealth of inspiration to craft their own raw and vibrant compositions.
The hard bop recordings of Horace Silver, Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan and Art Blakey were highly regarded for a reason - catchy horn lines and incredible musicianship combined with Rudy Van Gelder's engineering skills mean they will forever be regarded as classics of the genre. The Jazz Defenders are a group that 'defend' the legacy of those recordings whilst creating its own original identity and distinction. The music they produce together is a modern soul jazz slant on this classic Hard Bop, effortlessly channelling the spirit of the golden Blue Note era of Jazz.
The group's brainchild, pianist and composer George Cooper, has at a young age already amassed a comprehensive repertoire of musical credits including Hans Zimmer, Nigel Kennedy, U2, Omar, Slum Village, MF Doom, Brand New Heavies, The Haggis Horns, Abstract Orchestra and Lack of Afro.
“Absolutely storming!” - Jamie Cullum
“Wonderfully put together” - Craig Charles
“Every track a winner - amazing!” - Snowboy
Dan Burnett & His Band
With influences stemming from the soul, acoustic, and blues genres, Dan’s songs will take you on emotional journeys about love and life.
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Our pre-Valentines Day Special at M&P’s, featuring one of our all-time favourite singers and his band. Dan on vocals and our grand piano, joined by Jase Brooks (bass), and Erroll Rollins (drums) for an evening of stunning Soul, Jazz, and Blues - perfect for lovers, friends, and everyone in between.
With influences stemming from the soul, acoustic, and blues genres, Dan’s songs will take you on emotional journeys about love and life.
Playing regularly throughout the year, Dan is also a library music composer for film and TV. He has co-written and recorded music which featured on ‘Stolen’ (Nicolas Cage), and ‘Supernatural’ (USA TV series), among many others. Since 2014, Dan has been an international endorser of Kawai Pianos.
Expect to hear Dan and the band's favourites from their musical upbringings in Soul, Blues and Funk. On top of this, you’ll get to hear some of Dan’s absolutely mesmerising original material which we at M&P’s are in love with.
Shyfinger
Putting together bits of funky riffing, and jazzy noodling, and some of that “head-nod sh*t”.
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Having been musicians for quite some time, the members of Shyfinger came together, desperate to have a band with an interesting name.
All the good names were taken. ALL OF THEM. But this did not deter the plucky crew of instrument manglers, bashers and blowers. Oh no. It made them more RESOLUTE. And thus, they did put together bits of funky riffing, and jazzy noodling, and some of that “head-nod shit,” leaving out the face-melting solos so beloved of musos everywhere, and verily it became a set.
And oh, they did practice.
And they did write.
And they did drink tea, of varying strength and exotic flavourings.
And they were happy for now they have a band to which you can listen.
Good luck, and godspeed!