September, 2010
Sep
Kit Downes Trio
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24 year old pianist/composer Kit Downes exploded onto the British Jazz Scene playing with the band Empirical, taking him through Europe and America, and then with Troyka, Fraud and Acoustic Ladyland. Two years on, Kit moved on to his own trio project and this debut album sees him developing as a strong voice both as a performer and composer. Joined by his two Royal Academy colleagues award winning 24 year old bassist Calum Gourlay and 23 year old rising drum star James Maddren the music displays a level of understanding and intelligence between players that can only come from working closely together for a number of years. They read each other perfectly. The trio’s latest album Golden (Basho Records) was nominated for the 2010 Mercury Music Prize.
“a breathtaking improviser, and weaver of magical piano soundscapes, Kit Downes is world class” - Helen Mayhew, Jazz FM
“an exceptional talent” - Stuart Nicholson, The Observer Music Monthly 2009
‘A very skilled and fluid pianist, Downes is not only bursting with fresh ideas but has that rare ability to carry them off.” - Selwyn Harris, Jazzwise
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Sep
Black Coffee Quartet at Speakeasy Jazz
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These savvy musical cats come from diverse backgrounds but ultimately came together through their love and appreciation of good music.
Their style is to blend Jazz with electronics, pop and funk, binding the sound with sensual grooves.
…Their music combines spirituality, love and “urban alienation” with a pervading hint of melancholy. The grooves are tight enough to wrap you up without being suffocating and the pieces are arranged in vivid, imaginative and poetic language.
The band originally arranged many of good old standards including the infectious ,’Round Midnight’ the exotic and bubbly ‘Girl from Ipanema’ and the hauntingly bittersweet ‘Yesterdays’.
Born to a family of classical musicians. From an early age she was an active jazz singer and became interested in singing using extended techniques, and electronic manipulations.
She holds a degree in Visual Communication and Computer Design and MA in Music Technology from University of Limerick.
Dorota is a composer, performer of voice and live electronics scene. Other recent work engages video art, mixed media installations and cross-audiovisual genre projects.
Authentic expression is at the heart of her work. She has been collaborating with numerous international performers, sound artists, dancers, and film directors and her work has been performed on various stages including Kings Place Concert Hall, London in 2009
Following the live music on the night DJ A2DF will be playing some lovely 60s soul and RnB, so get your glad rags on, bring your dancing shoes and expect a great night out
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Sep
Cormac O’Brien’s Rhythm Method
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Rhythm Method was co-founded in 2009 by guitarist Shane Latimer and Bassist Cormac O’Brien. With the addition of Bill Blackmore on trumpet, Darragh O’Kelly on keys and Shane O’Donovan on drums a collaborative project featuring five of Dublin’s most innovative and creative musicians was established.
The writing responsibilities are shared and the music reflects the different creative personalities in the group. With only a few gigs under their belt, the band has already established a cohesive group sound which explores the possibilities of minimalism, groove, free improvisation and odd meters. With a focus on lyricism and musicality over extended forms, Rhythm Method deliver a set of music that is constantly engaging and full of surprises. More Information…
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