For this adventurous edition of The Downstairs Living Room, singer-songwriter and experimental vocalist Rebecka Edlund will share her original music intertwined with Swedish folk songs and freely improvised storytelling. She’ll be joined by some of the most adventurous and original musicians this city has to offer.
eavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival, curated by Juliet Fraser, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex).
eavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival, curated by Juliet Fraser, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex).
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Anatolian Alevi music, presented by Local & Live in Hackney in collaboration with Vortex Jazz Club and proudly supported by Hackney Council. Experience the rich musical heritage of Anatolia through the soulful sounds of the bağlama, kabak kemane, and traditional Alevi deyişler, performed by three outstanding musicians.
Multi-award-winning jazz vocalist, lyricist and producer, Georgia Mancio, celebrates her 25th anniversary in music, with a series of concerts throughout the year.
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
eavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival, curated by Juliet Fraser, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex).
eavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival, curated by Juliet Fraser, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex).
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.
Join us to celebrate the release of In Bloom, the debut album by Kurtis Li, a guitarist and composer from Hong Kong, now based in London. Experience a night of original music, blending influences from modern jazz, South American, and classical music.
Pianist and composer Reuben Goldmark returns to the Vortex with his piano trio, the night before they record their debut album. Witness a band pushing themselves to their absolute creative limit, disassembling and reconstructing their catalogue in real-time before setting the music in stone at Livingston Studios the next day.
Singer/visual artist Paula Rae Gibson presents her latest album, “The Roles We Play To Disappear”, an immersive work that mixes experimental songs, ambient electronica and avant-jazz produced/performed with electronic musician and trumpeter Alex Bonney and pianist Matthew Bourne.
Unfortunately and due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance had to be cancelled. All tickets will be refunded within 3-5 working days. We apologise for the disappointment.
Soft Machine, from their earliest performances as a psychedelic band who were contemporaries of, and shared stages with, Syd Barrett’s Pink Floyd and the Jimi Hendrix Experience, all the way to being one of Europe’s best known ‘fusion’ groups, has influenced several generations of bands, and continues to be name-checked by today’s hip experimentalists.
Herbie Hopkins is a songwriter from Leeds. His new album, ‘Alex’, is about anatomy, nocturnal landscapes, and personal catharsis. New single, ‘What Am I Doing Here? (lie)’, will be released March 21st, 2025.
Rob Luft is undeniably one of the most exciting jazz guitarists in Europe of his generation. Hailing from London, this award-winning virtuoso has garnered comparisons to legends such as John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola & Pat Metheny. Don’t miss him returning to the Vortex with a quartet featuring: Joe Wright (tenor sax),Tom McCredie (bass guitar) & Corrie Dick (drums).
John Taylor, one of jazz’s greatest pianists and a founder member of the LJO, died 10 years ago. The band honours his memory with his Quatorze Suite, alongside music he inspired from his successors on piano, Pete Saberton and Alcyona Mick, and from director Scott Stroman with his homage to JT, JT23.
A collaborative multi-national trio featuring 3 leading voices in the international jazz scene: Will Vinson on sax & keys, Gilad Hekselman on guitar, and Nate Wood on drums & bass.
A collaborative multi-national trio featuring 3 leading voices in the international jazz scene: Will Vinson on sax & keys, Gilad Hekselman on guitar, and Nate Wood on drums & bass.
Welcoming and relaxed, come for a drink, sit back and enjoy the music, or bring your horns, sticks and strings to join in during the second set.
Curated by cellist Shirley Smart, Creations features a set by invited artists from the UKs vibrant free improvisation scene, followed by an acoustic jam session.
Green in Blue, this stunning duo of two world class musicians, saxophonist Iain Ballamy and pianist Gareth Williams will literally dazzle listeners with their original compositions and harmonically sophisticated new takes on jazz standards.
Alto saxophonist and composer Alice Leggett brings her highly anticipated debut album, Birdsong, to the UK. Birdsong captures Alice’s journey across Cardiff, London, New York, and Amsterdam, reflecting on belonging, community, and life’s unpredictable beauty.
Acclaimed as composers as well as instrumentalists, sharing multiple awards and seven albums as leaders between them, saxophonist Alex Hitchcock and guitarist Ant Law have created a startlingly vivid new soundworld in their trailblazing group ‘Same Moon in the Same World’.
A brand new electric based project from composer and band leader Calum Gourlay. Brand new music and compositions by Thelonious Monk and Ornette Coleman.
Reimagining jazz repertoire for the 21st century.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harper Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan + a few guests hosting one session on rotation.
After three months touring and recording in Brazil, London-based singer-songwriter Noga Ritter returns for a special night at the Vortex Jazz Club, bringing new, unreleased music alongside songs from her critically acclaimed album Ima.
Queer Jazz exists to platform, nurture and celebrate the emerging queer jazz scene. Programmed by Tina Edwards and Arowah, they have put together an exciting monthly programme of innovative LGBTQI+ artists at The Vortex Jazz Club, supported by Arts Council England.
Presenting compositions spanning over a decade, to celebrate the release of the band’s debut record on the Fresh Sound New Talent record label.
One of Emma’s newest line-ups come to the Vortex fresh from recording at Maida Vale Studios and broadcasts on BBC Radio. Having already demonstrated her prowess as a writer for her Jazz Orchestra and quartet, Emma has turned her attention to writing for string quartet and piano and is relishing the challenge!
One of Emma’s newest line-ups come to the Vortex fresh from recording at Maida Vale Studios and broadcasts on BBC Radio. Having already demonstrated her prowess as a writer for her Jazz Orchestra and quartet, Emma has turned her attention to writing for string quartet and piano and is relishing the challenge!
Guitarist Hannes Riepler returns to the Vortex with a quartet featuring George Crowley (sax), Freddie Jensen (double bass) & James Maddren (drums).
Mopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music! This month featuring: John Butcher (saxophones), Dominic Lash (double bass) & Emil Karlsen (drums) + Martin Hackett (Korg MS10 synth) & Keisuke Matsui (cello) + Matt Clark (guitar) & Mark Wastell (drums/percussion)
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.
Welcoming and relaxed, come for a drink, sit back and enjoy the music, or bring your horns, sticks and strings to join in during the second set.
The Day After are an improvising trio – Pat Thomas ; piano, Gary Willcox ; drums, Olie Brice ; double bass – of great dynamic range & depth.
Jonah Evans’ group will be performing a some new and old original material by myself with some improvisations. Immy Churchill, as special guest, will also feature on vocals. The music is inspired by and blends acoustic improvised music with electronic textures and grooves and will draw from elements of singer-songwriter music. Line-up: Jonah Evans – […]
Following successful performances at EFG London Jazz Festival and The Jago, Orchard finally release their long-awaited full EP, performing for the very first time at the Vortex Jazz Club.
Jazz Africa is Basil Hodge’s exciting new project. This five-piece band will perform a range of music from Africa so you will hear Jazz fused with a mixture of Afrobeat, Township and Funk rhythms. Expect breath taking musicianship including djembe and percussion skills from these excellent players.
This month, join Immy Churchill and Scottie Thompson for a cosy set of songs with lyrics by Churchill, as well as music by Lukas DeRungs, folk songs, Pat Metheny tunes, and more.
Reimagining jazz repertoire for the 21st century.
Ivo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame.
Ivo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.
Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe is a pianist and composer from North London. His quintet performs his own compositions which draw inspiration from man of his personal experiences, exploring themes of loss, memory and belonging.
New quartet Lophae (pronounced “lo-fi”) launch their debut LP ‘Perfect Strangers’ with this rare live show. Guitarist and composer Greg Sanders – known for his work with Juanita Euka and Teotima – brings a unique aesthetic and an unmistakable feel to every musical setting he appears in. To form Lophae (pronounced Lo-fi), Sanders calls on three of his favourites: drummer Ben Brown, bass player Tom Herbert and saxophonist Sam Rapley.
London based guitarist and composer David Preston returns to the Vortex with a quartet featuring: Jonny Mansfield (vibraphone), Conor Chaplin (double bass) and Marc Michel (drums).
A lauded master on the European Jazz scene, Paul Dunmall celebrates his 72nd birthday with this specially invited Sextet. Multi generational and drawing from a wide variety of inspirations this particular ensemble is well suited to Dunmall’s program for this concert.
“A saxophonist who embodies and transcends tradition” (The New York Times), James Brandon Lewis has become, in just over a decade, one of the most celebrated young artists in jazz. Tonight, his live trio featuring electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver celebrates the release of his new album “Apple Cores”.