VOX Jam
Monday 31st January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Jam: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Led by Dave Luvin, some of Manchester’s most highly acclaimed musicians are the house band any singer would be delighted to have behind them. With a particular focus on Jazz, Neo-Soul, and R’n’B, the band passes the microphone to those individuals who have singing or MC’ing simply in their blood.
Put your usual backing track of a pair of headphones away as tonight you have a top class house band there to jam your favourite track, with you under the spotlight. You don’t even have to have a particular song in mind, just give the band an idea of the vibe and see where the beat takes you. The house band will remain on stage for the entirety of the evening, meaning that all singers and vocalists have the opportunity to join them and perform.
Reminiscent of the infamous after-dark downtown NYC jam nights, this is a unique opportunity in Manchester where vocalists are the centre of attention. In the audience you can expect to have some special guests of the band to be invited on stage, some familiar faces from the MCR music scene, and of course a very supportive audience. Who knows, by the end of the night you may have even formed a band…
Lovers of Jill Scott, Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Sarah Vaughn, and all in that side of the genre, this is for you. Kick back with a smile on your face while listening to a classic track you had forgotten how much you loved, or listening to a track that neither you nor anyone else has heard before…
Flat Cap Brass
Saturday 29th January 2022
Doors: 5pm
Happy Hour: 5pm-6:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Fun and friendly drum and brass from the heart of Yorkshire play their debut gig at Matt & Phred’s - it’s time to dance!
Playing what they describe as ‘funky, poppy drum and brass’ and wearing our trademark flat caps, Flat Cap Brass’s broad repertoire spans from Bruno Mars to Chaka Khan and from Wheatus to S Club 7. They play in a wide variety of different styles but the one thing they promise is that all of our music is recreated in a bold brass sound.
Recent highlights for Flat Cap Brass include opening the main stage at Kendal Calling festival performing their version of ‘Brassic Park’, getting one of Liverpool Sound City festival’s biggest singalongs to ‘Angels’ by Robbie Williams, and representing the UK at the Haizetara street music festival near Bilbao. They’ve also performed for countless amazing weddings and a variety of corporate clients, including Welcome to Yorkshire, Meadowhall Shopping Centre, UA92 along with Cartmel, Beverley, York and Wetherby races.
Tonight, expect a selection of pop classics in a bold brass style – hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s and even present day as you’ve never heard them before!
Alligator Gumbo
Friday 28th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-7:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
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.
The line up:
James Paylor - Double Bass & Vocals
Chris Williamson - Trumpet
Greg Surmacz - Clarinet & Saxophone
Tim Hurst - Trombone & Vocals
Mike Rudland-Simpson - Steel Guitar & Vocals
Chris Lloyd - Piano & Vocals
Jose Williamson - Drums, Washboard, Bells & Whistles
Jeffrey Hewer Quartet
Thursday 27th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The Jeffrey Hewer Quartet is a Leeds-based band exploring the limitless soundscapes of contemporary jazz. This incisive young group of musicians from the city’s thriving jazz scene play mainly original material composed specifically for this line up by guitarist/band leader Jeffrey Hewer.
Their music includes everything from straight ahead burners to more contemplative meditations, with every piece a vehicle for collective and individual improvisations of the band members. Ben Powling’ tenor saxophone soars over Tom Riviere's foundational bass-walks and the bustling percussion of Steve Hanley; while Jeffrey's lush guitar chording and sinuous lines tie the music and groove together with influences ranging from classic jazz to more modern soundscapes.
Neil C Young Trio
Wednesday 26th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The Neil C. Young Trio are "full of soul and energy" which "touches your heart and sets your hair on fire!" so says, Critical Jazz.com and Just Jazz Guitar Magazine. Neil C. Young has gained long listed Grammy nominations over the recent years with previous album releases and this year will see the latest release of original material.
For this gig, expect to hear some of Neil’s original compositions as well as tracks from the likes of Cannonball Adderley, Randy Crawford, Alice in Chains and Daniel Johnston.
Ben Playford Trio
Tuesday 25th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-12am
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Ben Playford and his trio evoke the output of the Nat King Cole Trio, Mose Allison and the small ensemble work of Diana Krall. Although their repertoire includes many well-known and well-loved jazz and blues standards, it also includes many tunes that are seldom heard on the bandstand today. With fresh arrangements, riveting improvisational interplay and modern influences this trio’s got a little something for everyone.
Tonight the Ben Playford trio will be playing three specially selected sets of up-tempo jazz and blues tunes.
The Line Up:
Ben Playford // Vocals and Piano
Tim Williams // Double Bass
Josh Savage // Drums
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR ALL NIGHT - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £10!
All Star Jam
Monday 24th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Jam: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Making it feel like it’s the weekend again already, the All Star Jam is sure to get each and every one in the club moving. Every 4th Monday of the month, House band Dreamer take to the stage to invite musicians to join them in filling M&P’s with the very best Funk, Soul, and Disco from across the decades.
Dreamer are a hugely talented collection of Manchester-based musicians who have earned a fantastic reputation on the live music scene by their own right. This is an opportunity for all musicians to come along and get on the stage to join Dreamer in getting the party started.
The All Star Jam is the night you want to be at if you love the all-time classics of the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. We encourage all musicians, singers, and MC’s to come along and give performing in front of the M&P audience a go. Whether there’s a particular musician you just love to sing the music of, or if there’s a bass line that you’ve finally mastered and now want to give it a go with a full band, or whatever else takes your fancy on the night, instrument in hand… Anything goes! As long as you love music and can keep up with the excellent house band, get yourself on stage!
You of course don’t have to be a musician to come to a M&P Jam Night! Come and enjoy the wondrous spectacle of music appear out of nowhere, and make sure you bring your dancing shoes. One tip, get down early to guarantee a good spot on the dance floor!
The Nightcreatures
Saturday 22nd January 2022
Doors: 5pm
Happy Hour: 5pm-6:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The Nightcreatures are a mighty line up of powerful vocals, electric guitar, trumpet, trombone, sousaphone, piano, and drums. Together, The Nightcreatures boast a rich and well-defined sound sure to leave you in pure admiration whilst dancing the night away to their hugely catchy repertoire.
The Nightcreatures play New Orleans R&B inspired by the all-time NOLA greats: the recordings of Dr John, James Booker, Professor Longhair, and Tom Waits to name but a few. They draw repertoire from a varied mixture of New Orleans classics, old time Blues, traditional Spirituals, Mardi Gras, and old-school Rock, whilst also giving The Nightcreatures treatment to some more modern numbers.
This is set to be a night starting with kicking back in admiration of these hugely talented musicians brilliantly recreating and twisting NOLA sounds, and ending the night dancing to some bangers like you’ve never heard before.
The Line Up:
Tom Davies – Vocal/Guitar
Henry Botham – Piano
Mark Warburton – Drums
Pete Robinson – Sousaphone
Chris Bridges – Trombone
Paul Brickles - Trumpet
Franny Eubank & His Blues Band
Friday 21st January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-7:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Anyone who has experienced a Matt & Phred’s Blues Jam will agree that no one quite gets the show started like the one and only Franny Eubank. A hugely popular and talented lyricist and harmonica player, Franny never fails to ignite the atmosphere at the club delivering a one-of-a-kind and truly authentic night of Blues. Come along, have the dance of your life, and enjoy a full band performance like no other. Franny could keep you entertained but solo, but no need: for this gig he is joined by three of Manchester’s finest Blues-ers.
Fuelled by the Blues of Howlin’ Wolf, Little Walter and Sonny Boy Williamson and fired by the Devil himself, Franny’s Harmonica and deep, soulful vocals have set rooms alight with a blue flame night after night after night. If there’s one man and his band who can get an instant grin on your face and leave you wanting more, it’s Franny Eubank & His Blues Band.
Line Up:
On Drums, Steve Baad Beat Oaks.
On Lead Guitar, James The Star Groover Lawley. On Bass, Morgan Dynomite.
On vocals Champion Franny Eubank. Blue Dynomite.
Jeremy Sassoon Trio
Thursday 20th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Jeremy Sassoon is one of the UK’s most in-demand singer pianists who has mesmerised audiences both in the UK and around the world with his soulful and natural style and stunning repertoire of his own arrangements of Jazz, Blues, Groove & Soul classics.
Jeremy has headlined sell out shows at Ronnie Scotts, Pizza Express Soho, the Jazz Café, and multiple Edinburgh Festival shows. He has performed at the North Sea Jazz Festival, The Iridium Jazz Club in New York and has regularly headlined at Berlin’s premier Jazz Club A-Trane.
For this Jeremy Sassoon Trio performance, Jeremy on vocals and keys is joined by a absolutely stellar line-up of some of the North’s finest musicians to bring an incredibly laid-back yet ultimately awe-inspiring evening of the finest Jazz, Blues, and Soul arranged by the band. Not only set to be an evening of gorgeous music, but also a true journey through that music; with Jeremy and the band remaining hugely personable throughout the gig, giving their own stories and insights into the music which they play.
Bim Williams Trio
Wednesday 19th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Bim Williams is part of a group of younger players who have now become familiar faces on the Northwest scene.
Bim himself has gained a stellar reputation on the music scene here in North and further afield, with his guitar playing style being highly impressive and sure to mesmerise audiences. Tonight Bim is joined by two musicians who have become hugely exciting names by their own right. It's fair to say that with these three on stage, it's going to be a special one.
This trio project is focused on going deep into the tradition of playing standards, uncovering hidden gems within the vast repertoire of the great American songbook.
On this occasion the trio will be performing music from such genius composers as Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Bud Powel, Fats Waller and many more.
The Line Up:
Bim Williams // Guitar
Asaph Tal // Double bass
George Grundy // Drums
Paul Farr Trio
Photo: James A Mumby
Tuesday 18th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-12am
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The Paul Farr Band is back at Matt and Phreds. 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.
Tonight, Paul is joined by The Cinematic Orchestra‘s very own Luke Flowers on drums, and Manchester stalwart Huw Jacob on bass.
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR ALL NIGHT - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £10!
New Orleans Jam
Monday 17th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Jam: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The big sounds of New Orleans come to M&P’s for the New Orleans Jam, held every 3rd Monday of the month and hosted by mighty house band The Nightcreatures. With a strong emphasis on the involvement of brass, these monthly Jam sessions are sure to make you feel like you’ve travelled over the Atlantic to Louisiana.
The New Orleans Jam sees our little jazz club filled with the blaring brass, Rhythm and Blues, Second Line Grooves, Street Beats, Funk, Rock’n’Roll, and Rhumba of New Orleans, where the round-the-clock atmosphere sees never ending music filling the streets… This is the music of Dr. John, Fats Domino, Jelly Roll Morton, and Professor Longhair, to name but a few, and those who come by to play at the jams follow in their footsteps tremendously.
NOLA tunes really are in a class of their own, being seen by many as the true origin of traditional jazz. The bringing together of musicians in New Orleans, to all be united by music, is all about the atmosphere of a live performance. Horns aplenty, thundering drums, heavy guitar riffs, and whatever other instrument might appear would come together to create a sound to celebrate life and ensure the party never stops. The M&P New Orleans Jam sees musicians from any background brought together by this same attitude to live music. So long as it’s played in a New Orleans style… Anything goes.
Come down and experience the wonders of the Jam happening in front of your eyes, and don’t be surprised if you’re persuaded to have a good old dance too.
Swing Commanders
Saturday 15th January 2022
Doors: 5pm
Happy Hour: 5pm-6:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
On many an occasion, The Swing Commanders have raised the roof of M&P’s and kept each and every audience member dancing the night away. This will be no exception.
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.
The line up:
Peter Riley // Vocals, Bass
Siena Lloyd // Vocals, Clarinet, Sax, Bass, Piano, Accordion
Dan Smith // Guitar, Steel Guitar, Backing vocals
Claire Roberts // Vocals, Violin, Piano. Bass
Stuart Smith // Drums, Backing Vocals
Dana Ali Band
Friday 14th January 2022
Doors: 5pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-7:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Dana Ali is an American Neo Soul artist, singer songwriter from Atlanta, GA. She has crossed the waters to the United Kingdom with her bass player Dave Hewitt (Babe Ruth fame). Together they have cowritten songs which have been recorded, in Nashville, USA and in the UK
Ali and Hewitt formed the Dana Ali band, taking elements of Soul, Jazz, Blues and R&B with Latin and Funk Rhythms to create a fresh and distinctive sound. The Dana Ali band have been touring the UK extensively and in the course of their musical career, Dana Ali Band has won over the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life. Performing at a variety of venues, Dana Ali Band has earned the admiration and affection of countless fans, serving as both inspiration and role model.
Taking her influences from the likes of Aretha Franklin, Eva Cassidy and Roberta Flack, you can expect a wonderful evening of enjoying Dana and the band’s one-of-a-kind take on the most loved songs from across the decades as well as some of the band’s brilliant originals. Dana Ali Band have packed out the club on many occasions with their addictive groove and electric showmanship, tonight’s gig will be no exception in getting the whole crowd up and dancing!
The line up:
Dana Ali - Vocals
Dave Hewitt - Bass
Ed Kainyek - Saxophone
Martin Chung - Guitar
Mark Horridge - Drums
Oliver Wolf - Keyboards
Charlie Cooper Quartet
Thursday 13th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Charlie Cooper writes vintage soul, updated perfectly, sung with deep and husky soul-pipes.
Taking the lead from the lady pianists that have inspired her own writing such as Carol King and Nina Simone, Charlie leads tonight's performance from behind the piano with three of her legendary CC's.
The quartet promises an exclusive performance of Charlie's original works with a few hand picked and uniquely tailored soul covers!
"Great charm and positivity coupled with that little bit of magic which all good performers have" - JOOLS HOLLAND
"Wonderful and alluring voice " - CRAIG CHARLES , BBC RADIO 2 and BBC RADIO 6
Tom Harris - One Step Back
Wednesday 12th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Mancunian pianist Tom Harris brings a new trio to Matt & Phred’s for their first ever outing!
Throughout his development, Harris has found that looking further back in time carries many of the answers to moving forward musically. In the lockdowns, when playing with other musicians wasn’t possible and solo piano was a necessity, this meant investigating more closely the pianists of the 1920s and 1930s: Art Tatum, Earl Hines, James P. Johnson, Lil Hardin, etc. When restrictions began to ease and gigs started up again, Harris found that his playing - even in significantly more modern settings - had benefitted hugely from this exploration of the stride piano tradition.
His new trio, ’One Step Back’, will be celebrating the music of this era - playing songs written or made famous by Fats Waller, Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith, and many more.
Line Up:
Amy Clark // Voice
Tom Harris // Piano
Kai Chareunsy // Drums
The Nightcreatures Duo
Tuesday 11th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-12am
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The Nightcreatures duo is a stripped down version of New Orleans R&B band The Nightcreatures, specialising in Swamp Funk, Voodoo Blues and Mardi Gras street beats.
They'll be serving up a spicy gumbo of classic New Orleans material, old time blues and rock/pop covers given the Nightcreatures treatment.
In the true spirit of the city they bring together songs sourced from such diverse artists as Prince, Black Sabbath, ZZ Top, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Tom Waits and Ian Drury, as well as from New Orleans greats like Allen Toussaint, Dr John, Professor Longhair and James Booker. In addition to this they have reworked songs that were originally recorded by classic bluesmen Blind Willie Johnson, Leadbelly, Screaming Jay Hawkins and Jelly Roll Morton.
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR ALL NIGHT - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £10!
Jazz Jam
Monday 10th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Jam: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Every 2nd Monday of the month sees M&P’s become an unmatched nucleus of all things Jazz for both local musicians and visitors to musically express themselves in a way nowhere else can offer.
Led by Johnny Hunter and his band, musicians of any level, brought together by their love of Jazz, are welcomed to the M&P stage to jam the night away alongside some of the finest musicians in the North. This is a unique experience to perform an improvised piece, a Jazz standard, or even a Jazzy twist on a pop tune, accompanied by a stellar line up and in front of a full audience. Whilst the Jazz Jam can very much go anywhere, we are passionate about keeping things true to Jazz. These jams are all about recreating the atmosphere and excitement of 1940's venues Minton's Playhouse and Monroe's where this music was created, and musicians like Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Mary Lou Williams learned their craft and developed the Bebop language.
Come along and watch the evening unfold. Anything can happen. Over the years, our famous Jazz Jam has attracted the likes of Chuck Perkins, Lonnie Liston Smith, Benn Clatworth, as well as members of Riot Jazz Brass Band, GoGo Penguin, and the Beats & Pieces Big Band. Who knows who might make an appearance tonight…
The Live Notes: An Evening With Pippa C and Simon Gambit Dale
Saturday 8th January 2022
Doors: 5pm
Happy Hour: 5pm-6:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
One of the most in demand collectives of musicians in the North, The Live Notes have been entertaining public and private events for over 9 years. 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.
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.
Dave Luvin Presents The Jazz Singers ft. Elly Grice
Friday 7th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-7:30pm
Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
£7 Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
The first weekend of 2022 just has to be done properly, and there’s no better line up than Dave Luvin Presents The Jazz Singers.
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 sure to make your Friday night massively memorable.
Tonight, the band is fronted by the highly-acclaimed singer, Elly Grice. Elly is an accomplished vocalist who is studying at the Royal Northern College of Music. She regularly collaborates with independent artists, as well as fronting a Motown and Soul band, ‘The Tremé’ around the UK. Some highlights for Elly include performing with Alice Zawadzki at King’s Place, and with Manchester’s Christmas Gospel last year at Band on the Wall. With such a superb band fronted by such a powerful vocalist, this is set to be a PROPER Friday!
Influenced by vocal greats like Ella and Aretha, the set list will cover Soul, Funk and Motown classics mixed with a twist on Jazz Standards. Knowing this band’s superb musicianship and captivating showmanship, you can be sure there will be a few surprises in there too…
Here’s a video to give you an idea of Elly Grice, the singer here.
Please note, the band in this video will not be the band on the night - just Elly and the fabulous Dave Luvin’s band!
Stuart McCallum Quartet
Thursday 6th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
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. The line up of Stuart, Jeff Guntrum, Sam Vicary, and Luke Flowers means that 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.
The Line Up:
Stuart McCallum - guitar
Jeff Guntrum - saxophone
Sam Vicary - bass
Luke Flowers - drums
Nick Svarc Trio
Wednesday 5th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
We are very happy to finally welcome Nick Svarc Trio back to Matt & Phred’s, you’ll absolutely love this collection of highly acclaimed musicians. Seeking to bring a variety of influences together to unite modern groove with Improvisation, the trio will take you on a unique and passionate journey through Jazz.
"Svarc’s passionate and articulate delivery as a guitarist and composer of considerable range and scale make him one of the most individual figures active on the British scene today. Catch him, if you can…” Matthew Bourne
"Svarc is one of the few guitar players I’d be happy to just sit and listen to for hours. He’s constantly inventive and a true inspiration to work with as a musician. One of my favourite guitar players. Ever." Scott Devine
"Svarc’s pedal board enables him to produce myriad looping sounds but it is his guitar playing that truly dazzles." Bebop Spoken Here
Blackstone/Quintana/Stedman
Photo: James A Mumby
Tuesday 4th January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-12am
Gig: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Can’t make it? Watch the LIVE STREAM:
mattandphreds.com/clubplus
Blackstone/Quintana/Stedman like to get people’s feet moving. This young guitar trio draw influence from blues, bop and New Orleans to bring a fiery energy to their compositions leaving you wonder why you ever thought Jazz was boring.
Blackstone/Quintana/Stedman are a guitar-led three piece from Leeds. Come down if you want to hear bluesy, greasy, swinging standards - a small band with a big feel.
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR ALL NIGHT - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £10!
Blues Jam
Monday 3rd January 2022
Doors: 6pm
Happy Hour: 6pm-8pm
Jam: 9pm-12am
Free Entry
Table bookings:
- Latest booking: 8:45pm
- Tables held no later than 9pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Tuesday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Thursday-Saturday
- Or leave a message outside of these times and we’ll get back to you.
Every 1st Monday of the month sees our resident Blues band, fronted by the fantastic Franny Eubank, take to the stage for a night of music like no other.
The band will jam the night away with players of any standard, staying true to what Blues is all about. This is the music of John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Etta James, Little Walter, Leadbelly, Aretha Franklin, and all those greats who defined Blues properly since the early 20th Century.
Come equipped with your steel guitars, basses, mouth organs, sticks, vocal cords, or whatever other instrument you play, and join this mighty house band to either play one of the classics or see where the beat takes you… That’s the joy of the Blues. Oh, and don’t be surprised if Franny asks you to join in on a song mid-way through it!
More of a listener than a player? No problem. Kick back in our candle-lit club in the company of gritty lyricism, 12-bar riff-led tunes, and the all-round powerful performances that the M&P Blues Jam has to offer. This is one of those nights that you simply won’t want to end.