Melody Makers Jam
MELODY MAKERS JAM
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Monday 30th September 2024
Doors: 6pm / Jam: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-8pm
Free Entry
The latest arrival time for a table is 7:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Monday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Monday-Saturday
Welcoming all musicians/singers to jam with the band - just chat to the band leader!
Led by Craig Hanson, some of the finest musicians on Manchester’s music scene are tonight’s house band. These fantastic individuals have come together through their love of creating innovative original music, and celebrating the forerunners from throughout history who harnessed their talent and musical conceptualisation to develop groundbreaking approaches to making music. Today, these artists are high-ranking inspiration for countless up-and-coming musicians, but the attitude held by those legends continues to pulse through the music scene.
It is this focus on the creation of music, in its most wonderful and broad approaches, which defines the Melody Makers Jam. This is a unique opportunity to get involved with like-minded creatives. Maybe you’ve got a particular tune in mind; or think that one classic would sound great arranged a different way; perhaps, even, you and a mate have been working on a track together but would love to hear what it sounds like on brass… The options couldn’t be more open, and you couldn’t hope for a higher calibre house band and more supportive audience to get things going.
When we spoke to Craig about hosting this Jam Night, he advocated a Jam based on music from the worlds of modern alternative pop, jazz, R&B, hip-hop, soul and great songwriting. Think artists ranging from Joni Mitchell to Jill Scott, Bjork to Beyonce, Kate Bush to Kendrick Lamar… Sound like your cup of tea? Bring along your instruments and vocal cords, have a chat with Craig and the band, and lets make some music.
More of a listener than a player? Book yourself a table and watch the night unfold, it’s fair to say absolutely anything could happen. One thing’s for sure, with this band and this vision, it’s going to be a good one.
A little on Melody Makers Jam leader, Craig Hanson:
Craig is an acclaimed musician on the Manchester scene. He performs and tours with many artists including 6x Grammy Nominated artist Yola. He was one half of spiritual funk jazz duo Skeltr, winning various awards and releasing two successful records. Craig is now working behind the scenes on his own brand new project (all to be revealed)…
Stone Cold Hustle
STONE COLD HUSTLE
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Saturday 28th September 2024
Doors: 5pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 5-6:30pm
£7 Entry
The latest arrival time for a table is 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Monday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Monday-Saturday
Fronted by Mr Bon Suis, Stone Cold Hustle bring nuttin’ but the naughtiest, heaviest, ass shaking FUNK.
Formed on the frontline of Bristol’s renowned jam scene, SCH features seven of the city’s very best musicians. Channeling 70s era P-Funk grooves with the sex and swagger of neo soul artists such as D’Angelo and Eliza, they make music for the singular purpose of good times.
Since beginning in 2021, the group has earned themselves a reputation as one of the city’s hottest live acts for starting the party and keeping it rolling. During this short space of time they’ve performed on main stages at UK festivals, supported Fred Wesley and played at Soho’s famous Pizza Express Jazz Club.
If you need to dance, the raw vocals, heavy grooves and virtuoso improvisational skills of Stone Cold Hustle are a no brainier!
Emilie Lierre - Free Early Gig!
EMILIE LIERRE - Free Early Gig!
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Saturday 21st September 2024
Doors: 5pm / Gig: 5:30-6:30pm
Happy Hour: 5-6:30pm
Free Entry
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!
Emilie Lierre’s low-toned, soulful, singing voice has a truly commanding presence. Backed up by the alluring chimes of her trustee Ukulele, the charisma that exudes from Emilie’s performances is truly electrifying!
A nomad by nature, born in Manchester, raised in Portsmouth, but comfortable anywhere, Emilie will take you on a journey through her thoughts on life, love, and the world around us.
Expect Folk with a sprinkle of old school Rhythm and Blues, Emilie will be playing a collection of originals and some toe tapping covers.
Plus it’s HAPPY HOUR 5-6:30pm… Buy 2 selected drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA, or get 2 house cocktails for £14!
Alligator Gumbo
ALLIGATOR GUMBO
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Friday 27th September 2024
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 9:30pm-12:30am
Happy Hour: 6-7:30pm
£7 Entry
The latest arrival time for a table is 8:45pm
To book a table, call:
- 0161 273 5495, 10am-5pm Monday-Friday
- 0161 831 7002, after 5pm Monday-Saturday
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.
Check out their website for more:::
alligatorgumbo.co.uk
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