John Angus Band
John Angus Band
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Thursday 31st July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
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.
Slow Down Motion
Slow down Motion
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Wednesday 30th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
CHECK OUT OUR ‘IT’S A DATE’ DEAL!
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Slow Down Motion was formed by long-time friends and collaborators Joe Brown and Laurie Agnew. This band is a unique blend of Jazz, Electronica and folk music and has been inspired by artists such as The Cinematic Orchestra, Thom Yorke and Penguin Cafe Orchestra. They work alongside the software Ableton to create vast soundscapes which guide each listener on a journey made up of beautiful melodies, giant bass lines and hard hitting beats.
Wednesday’s at M&P’s: It’s a Date
Book a stage-side table for two on a Wednesday evening at Matt & Phred’s, and get a bottle of house red/white wine or any two cocktails, any pizza, and a garlic bread side for just £30.
With the finest Live Music from 8-11pm, your night will be covered! Perfect for romantic snuggles, mates having a catch up, or treating a member of your family.
Call 0161 273 5495 to book a table, and let the booker know you’ll be using the ‘It’s a Date’ deal.
Will Tang Clan
Will Tang Clan
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Tuesday 29th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: ALL NIGHT, 6-11pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
A trio of world class players who have toured internationally, share a common language that can be found in the Blues, fronted by Hong Kong harmonica legend Will Tang!
They say Blues is a feeling, and the Will Tang Clan is ready to journey to wherever the music takes them, it's a foundation of Blues with the improvisational approach of Jazz, which gives a freedom to explore - from low down and dirty, to high into ethereal space. Put simply, It's going to be a vibe!
Tonight, expect the band to be communing through improvisation and drawing from the very roots of modern music. It is a personal conversation in Blues and Jazz, and an experiment with the nuances of musical expression, in search of the alchemy of Soul.
Line Up:
Will Tang - Vocals, Guitar, Harmonicas
Tom Chapman - Bass
Pete Lever - Drums
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 6-11PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!
All Star Jam
All Star Jam
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Monday 28th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Jam: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Welcoming all musicians/singers to jam with the band - just chat to the band leader!
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 String Beans
The String Beans
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Saturday 26th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
The String Beans are an exciting gypsy jazz infused party band from Manchester. They like to take classic tunes from a variety of styles such as pop, rock, reggae and hip hop and give them a gypsy swing make over, guaranteed to get people dancing every time. Perfect for those who just love a bit vintage, retro and alternative at the weekend - whilst enjoying all the classic party tunes, given the band’s unique spin of course.
Tonight, the band will be playing a mix of upbeat gypsy jazz, blues, and retro soul, pop and rock classics with a gypsy twist. They will be featuring the vocals of a firm M&P favourite: Manchester soul songstress, the one and only Charlie Cooper!
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Limbo Days - Free Early Gig
Limbo Days - Free Early Gig
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Saturday 26th July 2025
Doors: 5pm / Gig: 5:30-6:30pm
Happy Hour: 5-6:30pm
Free Entry
Under-18’s welcome until 7pm!
We don’t take advance table bookings M&P’s Early-Evening Gigs, just make sure you get down early to bagsy the best seats in the house!
Limbo Days is the solo project of songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Elliot Gaspar. Expect a mix piano-led originals and covers — with touches of jazz, soul, and Northern storytelling.
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 5-6:30PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!
The Villanelles
The Villanelles
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Friday 25th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
The Villanelles are a queer-led, women-led function band from Manchester. Inspired by the vocal harmonies of The Andrews Sisters as well as Girlbands past and present, The Villanelles' play everything from intimate jazz lounges to high energy party tunes for weddings, events and festivals.
Tonight, expect a mix of jazz standards, 3-part harmony classics and post-modern covers of the band’s favourite pop songs.
Line Up:
Vox - Lenny (she/her), Katie (she/her), Becky (they/them)
Drums - Sophie (she/her)
Keys - Lizzie (she/her)
Bass - Jen (they/them)
Instagram: instagram.com/thevillanelles
Website: thevillanelles.com
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Soulful Minds
Soulful Minds
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Thursday 24th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
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.
B.D. Lenz
B.D. LENZ
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Wednesday 23rd July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
CHECK OUT OUR ‘IT’S A DATE’ DEAL!
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
We are INCREDIBLY excited to finally be welcoming B.D. Lenz and his band back to Matt & Phred’s, all the way from New Jersey!
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
Wednesday’s at M&P’s: It’s a Date
Book a stage-side table for two on a Wednesday evening at Matt & Phred’s, and get a bottle of house red/white wine or any two cocktails, any pizza, and a garlic bread side for just £30.
With the finest Live Music from 8-11pm, your night will be covered! Perfect for romantic snuggles, mates having a catch up, or treating a member of your family.
Call 0161 273 5495 to book a table, and let the booker know you’ll be using the ‘It’s a Date’ deal.
Neil C. Young Trio
Neil C. Young Trio
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Tuesday 22nd June 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: ALL NIGHT, 6-11pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
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.
Repurposing existing hooks and established patterns, Neil C. Young's 'ReWorks' project generates new music and fresh lines of flight, aiming to draw out disparate angles hiding in the music. Lyrical content is present and correct, but respectfully adjusted, re-sited and not forgotten. This is praxis-focussed Action Jazz, Grunge Fusion, perhaps- and made with a resolutely open mind and a genuine sense of adventure.
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 6-11PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!
New Orleans Jam
New Orleans Jam
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Monday 21st July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Jam: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Welcoming all musicians/singers to jam with the band - just chat to the band leader!
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.
Steve Hensby Band
Steve Hensby Band
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Saturday 19th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
All the way from Australia, the epic Steve Hensby Band are live at M&P’s TONIGHT!
Steve Hensby Band are splitting at the seams with an assault to the musical senses with elements of funk, soul, ska, world, a sprinkle of psychedelia and a dash of folk. The 9-piece ensemble is regular in the WA festival circuit and features a healthy sized horn section. It has been said that they are very danceable!
Steve Hensby is a Berklee College of Music graduate and West Australian Music Industry award winning musician who also works as a session player in the Perth area. He has played with the likes of Jackson Browne, Tim Minchin, John Cleary, Steve Poltz, Randy Feltface, WASO, Perth Symphony Orchestra and Taasha Cootes.
Tonight, expect Funk and Soul music with a whole load of dancing going on... From Prince, to Aretha Franklin, to Curtis Mayfield and very far beyond!
Line Up: Steve (Guitar/Vocals), Elysia (Keys/Vocals), Dylan (Tenor Sax), Will (Trombone), Joe (Bass Guitar), Greg (Drums)
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Kemani Anderson - Free Early Gig
Kemani Anderson - Free Early Gig
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Saturday 19th July 2025
Doors: 5pm / Gig: 5:30-6:30pm
Happy Hour: 5-6:30pm
Free Entry
Under-18’s welcome until 7pm!
We don’t take advance table bookings M&P’s Early-Evening Gigs, just make sure you get down early to bagsy the best seats in the house!
Kemani Anderson is a vocalist and instrumentalist from Manchester, and also 1 of 2 co-founders and singer/songwriter of the band @secretnightgang.
He is influenced by an array of genres including jazz, funk, soul, R&B, hip hop and gospel, and by a whole host of artists.
This evening, Kemani will be live on stage singing and playing keys, performing all sorts of tunes which he holds dear.
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 5-6:30PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!
Here are some videos of Kemani with his band, Secret Night Gang. This evening’s performance is solo vocals and piano, but these videos give you an idea of Kemani’s immense talent and style.
Franny Eubank & His Blues Band
Franny Eubank & His Blues Band
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Friday 18th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
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.
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Wandering Monster
Wandering Monster
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Thursday 17th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Leeds-based group Wandering Monster reaches beyond what may be expected from the tried and tested line-up of the tenor saxophone/guitar quintet. The band’s original compositions, penned by double bassist and leader Sam Quintana, draw from a love of American and European jazz, rock and world music, creating a sound that’s simultaneously raucous and sensitive, intense and intellectual.
Wandering Monster is made up of some of the finest musicians operating in the UK today; members of the band have also performed with a host of esteemed artists who include Mike Walker, Nikki Iles, Mark Nightingale, Lianne Carroll, Evelyn Glennie, Ant Law, Jasmine Myra, Melt Yourself Down and Worldservice Project amongst others.
Line Up: Sam Quintana (Double Bass/Compositions), Ben Powling (Tenor Saxophone), Calvin Travers (Guitar), Richard Harrold (Piano/keys), Tom Higham (Drums)
John Montana Trio
John Montana Trio
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Wednesday 16th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
CHECK OUT OUR ‘IT’S A DATE’ DEAL!
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
John Montana is a blues-rock guitar virtuoso, singer and songwriter hailing from Manchester, UK, known for his soulful and electrifying performances that blur the lines between traditional blues, blues-rock, funk, and soul with psychedelic elements, creating a unique sound that sets him apart.
As the frontman of The John Montana Trio, John has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the blues rock scene, including Robben Ford, Eric Gales, Beth Heart, Larkin’ Poe and Samantha Fish, among others. The John Montana Trio, known for their energetic live performances, was also seen playing iconic venues such as The Cavern Club in Liverpool and the 100 Club in London and they are a frequent presence in the UK's thriving blues-rock scene, playing festivals and venues across the country and abroad.
Whether playing an intimate club or a packed festival stage, John's powerful vocals, virtuoso guitar skills, and infectious energy captivate audiences and leave them wanting more!
Line Up: John Montana (guitar / vocals), Ian Firth (drums), Charlie Rachael Kay (bass)
Wednesday’s at M&P’s: It’s a Date
Book a stage-side table for two on a Wednesday evening at Matt & Phred’s, and get a bottle of house red/white wine or any two cocktails, any pizza, and a garlic bread side for just £30.
With the finest Live Music from 8-11pm, your night will be covered! Perfect for romantic snuggles, mates having a catch up, or treating a member of your family.
Call 0161 273 5495 to book a table, and let the booker know you’ll be using the ‘It’s a Date’ deal.
NONUNONU
NONUNONU
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Tuesday 15th June 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: ALL NIGHT, 6-11pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Groove based jazz guitar trio NONUNONU are heavily influenced by Black American music. They bring together elements of jazz, hip-hop and funk to create their own original sound. The band have already been making waves, playing gigs around the North west including Manchester Jazz Festival, Manchester International Festival and Lancaster Jazz Festival.
Expect blistering drum solos, steaming bass lines and groovy tunes, NONUNONU are ones to watch! On this occasion the band will be performing mostly original material alongside arranged versions of compositions from the likes of Herbie Hancock, Alan Holdsworth and many more.
The Line Up:
Bim Williams - Guitar
Andy Patterson - Bass
Ruben Sheridan - Drums
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 6-11PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!
Jazz Jam
Jazz Jam
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Monday 14th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Jam: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Welcoming all musicians/singers to jam with the band - just chat to the band leader!
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 come together with others to perform some classic Jazz, be it a 'standard' or something more modern, whilst showing the rest of the performers and audience your approach to improvisation.
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…
BRASSMIX
BRASSMIX
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Saturday 12th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Outdoor Parade: 8:45pm
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
We are thrilled to welcome the epic BRASSMIX to M&P’s! Not only will the band be performing 3 full sets of music at the club; they will also be parading the Northern Quarter ahead of the gig! Come down to M&P’s at 8:45pm to enjoy the outdoor fun!
BRASSMIX are a small but mighty 4-piece band that punches well above its weight, reworking today’s biggest dancefloor hits with an edgy brass sound (think “Radio 1 meets Lucky Chops”).
Based in West Yorkshire and inspired by both New Orleans and Ibiza, these seasoned session musicians fuse cutting-edge electronic FX with live horns and percussion to create a live experience like no other.
Plus, BRASSMIX utilises a simple QR-code request system, so you can request classics from our back catalogue throughout the set.
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Henry Botham - Free Early Gig
Henry Botham - Free Early Gig
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Saturday 12th July 2025
Doors: 5pm / Gig: 5:30-6:30pm
Happy Hour: 5-6:30pm
Free Entry
Under-18’s welcome until 7pm!
We don’t take advance table bookings M&P’s Early-Evening Gigs, just make sure you get down early to bagsy the best seats in the house!
Henry Botham is one of the UK’s leading Harlem Stride, Blues and New Orleans pianists, most noted for his work with 52 Skidoo, The Nightcreatures, and Mr. Wilson’s Second Liners. Henry has a huge passion for and appreciation of New Orleans piano, which draws from a wide range of influences including Blues, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Rhumba, Ragtime and even Classical music and Rock, all epitomized by the recognised master of the genre, James Booker. Audiences will not only enjoy Henry’s playing, but also his both witty and interesting introductions to both the style at large and the songs he will play.
This is the music of and inspired by Dr John, Professor Longhair, Jelly Roll Morton, Fats Waller, James P. Johnson, Willie ‘The Lion’ Smith, Luckey Roberts and Dick Wellstood. Now that’s a pretty impressive selection. Having his musical roots in traditional New Orleans music certainly doesn’t stop Henry being a pioneer of bringing this distinct style into the modern age, you can expect some surprises from Henry along the way, from Prince, to The Beatles, to The Prodigy and beyond, all remaining true to the New Orleans style.
Plus it’s HAPPY HOUR 5-6:30pm
-> 2 drinks = FREE PIZZA
-> 2 house cocktails = £15
Big Band Brunch
Big Band Brunch
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Saturday 12th July 2025
Doors: 1pm / Gig: 2-4pm
Tickets: £5-10, kids go free
See Skiddle ticket link below
Under-18’s get in free, but must be accompanied by an adult who has purchased the correct ticket.
Please purchase all of your party’s tickets together; this determines table allocation which is done automatically in-house.
Highchairs are not provided, and we do not have baby changing facilities (we’re usually a late-night jazz club!)
Tickets and more info:
https://www.skiddle.com/e/41050233
Join extraordinary 18-piece Big Band DGKollective as they play jazzy twists on TV/film tunes and timeless popular music, in their rarely-heard Big Band Jazz arrangements.
Matt & Phred’s have even created a special Brunch Pizza Menu (with some extras too) for you to feast on whilst you enjoy the music!
(Please see Skiddle for important information on tickets, food, facilities, and accessibility.)
From James Bond, to 'Sing Sing Sing', to 'The Pink Panther', to 'Mission Impossible', and so very far beyond... This mighty line up of horns, strings, and rhythm will for sure get you 'In The Mood' for a proper weekend of fun for all the family.
Founded in 2013, DG Kollective are made up of some of the North's finest players, meeting regularly to broaden and strengthen their top-tier repertoire, led by band leader Andrew Turnbull.
The doors are open to all, under-18's welcome, so bring along the whole family and expect to leave with a big smile on your face while playing air trumpets!
More on DGKollective: kollectivity.com
Tickets and more info: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41050233
More on DGKollective: kollectivity.com
The Tramps
The Tramps
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Friday 11th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Prepare to be carried away by the soulful sounds and electrifying rhythms of The Tramps! Bringing you a unique musical experience that blends the best of soul, Motown, pop, rock, and disco, performed live by a talented ensemble of musicians.
Featuring soulful vocals, groovy basslines, dynamic drums, melodic guitar riffs and harmonious keyboards. Whether you’re looking to dance the night away, sing along to timeless classics, or simply bask in an evening of top-tier live music, The Tramps have got it covered!
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Jeremy Sassoon Trio
Jeremy Sassoon Trio
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Thursday 10th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
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 on bass and drums, to present 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.
AERA Quartet
AERA Quartet
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Wednesday 9th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
CHECK OUT OUR ‘IT’S A DATE’ DEAL!
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
AERA is a collective of four standout groove and fusion musicians, with influences spanning Manchester to Los Angeles. Blending deep musicality with instinctive improvisation, AERA delivers reimagined classics, original compositions, and spontaneous explorations—what they call informed improvisation. Every set is a journey, fresh for every audience.
The Band:
Jordan Alfonso – Saxophone (Los Angeles)
With his roots in Los Angeles, and strongly influenced by current greats there such as Bob Reynolds, Doug Webb and Bob Mintzer, Jordan Alfonso has a solid foundation in jazz. He now finds himself in Manchester, having become a formidable presence and highly sought-after musician on the scene here in the UK, and feels very at-home in the AERA Quartet
George Lawton – Bass (Manchester)
George studied at the RNCM under the likes of Simon Goulding, Steve Berry, and Richard Hammond, before continuing five years of private study with legendary guitarist Mike Walker. Influenced by Janek Gwizdala, Sharay Reed, and Anthony Jackson, George brings a deep-pocket groove, and a bass voice that drives harmony and melody in equal parts.
Jake Brown – Drums (Manchester)
Originally from Norwich, Jake has become a sought-after player on the Manchester scene, working with Wayne Ellington, Tim Gallagher, and leading the instrumental group Big Enough Umbrella. In 2021, he won the RNCM Barney Miller Award, earning mentorship from Dominic Miller (Sting), who sent Jake to Brazil to study with Brazilian legends Renato “Massa” Calmon and Ivan “Mamão” Conti of Azymuth.
Danny Bathhurst – Keys (Birmingham)
A graduate of LIPA, Danny has become one of the most in-demand keyboard players for original artists across the Midlands and London. With a deep feel for harmony, sound design, and groove, his playing brings an element of reharmonisation and flare to AERA’s sound.
Come and catch AERA live—four unique voices, one killer sound, in one of the city’s finest venues.
AERA x
Wednesday’s at M&P’s: It’s a Date
Book a stage-side table for two on a Wednesday evening at Matt & Phred’s, and get a bottle of house red/white wine or any two cocktails, any pizza, and a garlic bread side for just £30.
With the finest Live Music from 8-11pm, your night will be covered! Perfect for romantic snuggles, mates having a catch up, or treating a member of your family.
Call 0161 273 5495 to book a table, and let the booker know you’ll be using the ‘It’s a Date’ deal.
Richard Wetherall Trio
RICHARD WETHERALL TRIO
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Tuesday 8th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: ALL NIGHT, 6-11pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
For over a quarter of a century, Richard Wetherall has graced the keys, collaborating with some of the biggest names in jazz, including the esteemed Richard Iles, the legendary Bobby Wellins, and the masterful Mark Nightingale.
His musical journey has taken him across the globe, touring extensively with Casablanca Steps and Dominic Halpin and the Honey B’s. A particular highlight of his illustrious career includes the unforgettable experience of supporting the iconic Tony Bennett and his quartet in Halifax, Canada – a testament to his exceptional skill and captivating stage presence.
Richard Wetherall / piano
Bim Williams / Double Bass
Eryl Roberts / Drums
Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 6-11PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!
Blues Jam
Blues Jam
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Monday 7th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Jam: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Welcoming all musicians/singers to jam with the band - just chat to the band leader!
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.
M&P’s House Band
M&P’s House Band
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Saturday 5th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and good vibes as the M&P House Band takes the stage, fronted by the sensational Mel Raeburn!
Slip into your finest threads and 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.
Expect a high-energy night packed with everything from Michael Jackson to Amy Winehouse to Lily Allen—and much more. With so many bangers on the list, we’re not even sure how they’ll fit them all in!
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).
Get yourself booked in, and expect an electrifying live performance, a packed dance floor, and an unbeatable atmosphere…
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Taylor Paisley-French - Free Early Gig
Taylor Paisley-French - Free Early Gig
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Saturday 5th July 2025
Doors: 5pm / Gig: 5:30-6:30pm
Happy Hour: 5-6:30pm
Free Entry
Under-18’s welcome until 7pm!
We don’t take advance table bookings M&P’s Early-Evening Gigs, just make sure you get down early to bagsy the best seats in the house!
Pop artist and pianist Taylor has carved his name into the pop music scene with sounds influenced by jazz, blues and soul.
Taylor's reputation in the music industry has seen him working alongside artists such as, Jamie Cullum, Gil Scott-Heron’s band: The Revolution Will Be Live as well as Sean McGinty at BBC Lancashire and Nigel Williams at Jazz FM.
With cinematic elements featured throughout his piano based catalogue, and an intense focus on lyrical content, Taylor's repertoire is sure to deliver an eclectic musical experience.
This evening, Taylor will be hosting an intimate live session featuring a range of original music as well as some re-arranged covers from the charts of over the past 50 years!
Plus it’s HAPPY HOUR 5-6:30pm… Buy 2 selected drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA, or get 2 house cocktails for £15!
Alligator Gumbo
Alligator Gumbo
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Friday 4th July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
VIP Stage-Side Table: £10pp*
Entrance-Side Table: £7pp
Standing: £7pp
Latest arrival time for a table: 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
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.
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)
*VIP Stage-Side Tables: Here you have the best experience of the band, plus full table service. Standing audience members are kept in the bar area for Set 1; the dance floor opens for Set 2 - and you get first dibs to show off your moves!
Beluga
Beluga
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Thursday 3rd July 2025
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
Latest arrival time for a table: 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Mon-Fri
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Mon-Sat
Or just turn up if you’re happy standing!
Beluga is a quartet which combines rhythmic intricacy, powerful riffs and heavily effected sax and synthesiser tones, expanding the scope of a traditional rock band and pursuing a variety of textures throughout their own compositions.
Both the classic Prog giants of the 1970s (Yes, King Crimson) as well as modern innovators in groove based instrumental music (Snarky Puppy, Tigran Hamasyan, KNOWER) serve as inspiration for the band.