Vortex Downstairs

Address
11 Gillett Square
London, N16 8AZ Get Directions
Phone 020 7923 9532

The ground floor cafe bar of the Vortex – see Downstairs section for further information.
Opening times:
Mon-Thurs 12pm – 12am
Fri & Sat 12pm – 2am
Sun12pm 1am

Events at this venue

Today

  • Improv Nights

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    "IMPROV NIGHTS" is a monthly event at The Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up every month, then […]

  • Jon Collins & London Electric Blues

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Jon Collins & London Electric Blues are a Soul Blues band based in East London. Soul Blues is a style of Blues music that combines elements of Soul music and […]

  • Words and Jazz

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Nicki Heinen's monthly Words and Jazz has become an important and pleasurable night over the past 4 years - for poetry and jazz lovers alike. Poets: Amy Neilson Smith Dominic […]

  • 6 years of Open Decks

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    6th year anniversary of the "Open Decks" sessions. A simple concept, strictly for vinyl lovers, in order to play, share and talk about music!

  • IMPROV NIGHTS – 1ST BIRTHDAY

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    "IMPROV NIGHTS" is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]

  • Improv Nights – 1st Birthday (change of date! now on 22/02)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    "IMPROV NIGHTS" is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]

  • Celebration of Soul

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Celebration of Soul (music medicine) Jazz/Soul/ Funk music with guests such as: -  Jazz sensation Claude Deppa from South Africa (trumpet), -  Niki Buzz from the USA (lead guitar), -  […]

  • DASP – Launch Party Fundraiser

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Join us for the launch of DASP - a DJ-led initiative conceived to support the fight against homelessness in London and beyond. This free, intimate evening featuring an assortment of […]

  • MISS SOXEE & FRIENDS

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Miss Soxee and Friends showcases some of our talented contributors from Open Decks, giving them a night to dig further into their music collection. We kick off January 2020 with […]

  • OPEN DECKS

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A simple concept for vinyls lovers to play, share and talk about music !

  • IMPROV NIGHTS

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    "IMPROV NIGHTS" is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]

  • London Electric Blues Band

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    BAND MEMBERS: Legendary drummer Winston Clifford won the British Jazz awards in 2018. Keys player Dorian Ford is one of the most in demand keys players in the UK. Leading […]

  • Improv Nights

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    "IMPROV NIGHTS" is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]

  • Miss Soxee and Friends

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A night of Jazz, Disco, Funk, Soul and House Feat. DJ Murph & Miss Soxee (Open Decks)

  • Salon de Resonances

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Salon: "A place where artists and writers meet" (Cambridge Dictionary) Hosted by Aurelie Freoua, this salon is a chance to explore, listen, be challenged and experiment. Debate, music and free […]

  • Music Visual Poets

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A selection of poets and rappers, with intimations of music supported by visual projections. 

  • 3 Portuguese & 1 Italian (downstairs)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Finally all the planets in the solar system align and this mythical Portuguese brotherhood meets once more for some funky, bluesy, groovy experimental session of live music. This time they […]

  • Open Decks (Downstairs)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Open Decks at the Vortex Downstairs, an opportunity for vinyl lovers to play, talk and share music!

  • Voyager II (Downstairs)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Voyager II are back with their monthly residency! This time joined by some vinyl spinning in-between sets, courtesy of Sergiu. As the name suggests, Voyager II aren't about standing still, […]

  • VOYAGER II

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    As the name suggests, Voyager II aren't about standing still, artistically or physically. Hailing from London, this guitar / drums duo have soaked up the eclectic mix of sounds on […]

  • Hard Edges + Dee Byrne solo

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Hard Edges explore multiphonics, quarter-tones and drones. The group is made up of Chris Dowding (trumpet), Dave Amis (trombone) and Ben Higham (tuba).

    £5

  • Voyager II (DOWNSTAIRS)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    As the name suggests, Voyager II aren't about standing still, artistically or physically. Hailing from London, this guitar / drums duo have soaked up the eclectic mix of sounds on […]

  • Open Decks (Downstairs)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    5 Years of Open Decks at the Vortex! Come down.

  • Words & Jazz

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Hosted by Nicki Heinen  Words & Jazz is back!! Come down to the cosy intimate bar downstairs at the Vortex for the best in contemporary poetry and jazz. Words & […]

  • London Electric Blues

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Jon Collins (Guitar, Vocals) Winston Clifford (Drums) Dorian Ford (Keys) Andy Hamill (Bass)  

  • Martin Speake Charukesi

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Part of the David Mossman Jazz Orchestra Festival

  • Alycona Mick and Tori Freestone

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Part of the Davis Mossman Jazz Orchestra Festival.

  • Improv Nights

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    “Improv Nights” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. An early live duo set of improvised music to be happening before […]

    £3

  • Downstairs@The Vortex: LEIKA

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    LEIKA is a rock band influenced by the British post-punk and punk movements. To date, the band has recorded two albums (‘Space on Tuesday’ and ‘Love on the Run’), two singles, […]

  • Tom Smith’s Queertet (DOWNSTAIRS)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Queertet brings together a group of London's finest LGBTQI+ musicians to celebrate everything queer about jazz!

  • Words & Jazz (Downstairs)

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Summer is here! Celebrate with Words & Jazz - the best poetry and jazz night in London

  • Words & Jazz May 2018

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Words & Jazz is BACK! Celebrate spring with us and enjoy world class poets and musicians, all in the cosy bar space downstairs. This is a one-of-a-kind event, not to be missed!

  • JAZZ2ROCKSTEADY

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen. Vinyl from 10pm live set from 11.30pm. https://vimeo.com/231596603

  • Jon Collins & London Electric Blues

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Jon Collins returns for the last of his blues nights - lyrical, foot-tapping but mesmerising. A captivating and intimate night which has developed into one of laid back pleasure: a […]

  • London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]

  • JAZZ2ROCKSTEADY

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen. Vinyl from 10pm live set from 11.30pm. https://vimeo.com/231596603

  • Express Yourself

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Flava presents this open mic night as part of its Peace On The Streets project. Open your lungs and your mind to help this initiative.

  • London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]

  • JAZZ2ROCKSTEADY

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen. Vinyl from 10pm live set from 11.30pm. https://vimeo.com/231596603

  • London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]

  • JAZZ2ROCKSTEADY

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen. Vinyl from 10pm live set from 11.30pm. https://vimeo.com/231596603

  • Dalston Ward Forum

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A meeting  for residents of Dalston interested in developments in the area, with a special focus on Gillett Square. https://mginternet.hackney.gov.uk/documents/s58308/CDM-18959490-v1-Dalston_WF_Leaflet_Nov_2017_Draft.pdf

  • London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]

  • JAZZ2ROCKSTEADY

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen. Vinyl from 10pm live set from 11.30pm. https://vimeo.com/231596603

  • London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler

    Recurring
    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]

  • Jazz2RockSteady with special guest Alex Garnett

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen. Tonight it features the great energetic sound of Alex Garnett

  • Bruno Heinen & Fulvio Sigurta

    Vortex Downstairs 11 Gillett Square, London

    Bruno Heinen has been working with trumpeter Fulvio Sigurta for over a decade. His flowing piano style complements well the careful sound scapes that Fulvio is able to create.