Jazz at the Speakeasy

Lucy Pickering is a long established vocalist on the South East jazz scene and has won many plaudits with her vibrant interpretations and swing and be-bop classics. As well as being an esteemed teacher, Lucy heads up the Chris Coull Big Band as well as her own projects such as 'Court and Spark' - reinterpreting […]

We are pleased to have the debut of one of the UK's only Jazz- French Horn players in the form of Jim Rattigan. A list of Jim Rattigan’s accomplishments would fill pages, just as his music fills the air with the sheer joy of creativity. One of the world’s foremost exponents of the French Horn, […]

A seasoned trombonist with a rich history in the London jazz scene, Geoff’s music bridges the gap between traditional jazz and contemporary sounds. A fusion of the classic big band energy with modern jazz nuances, spiced up with the trombone's distinct voice. This unique blend has resonated with audiences at top festivals like the EFG […]

Regular host Chris Coull is away... But fear not, the delightful sounds of NIKOS ZIARKAS with Tim Wells (organ) and Angus Bishop (drums) plus guests abound for an evening of really AMAZING jazz!! Suggested donations at the interal £5 (cash or card) Described as one of the most exciting and upcoming guitarist and lute players […]

Live Jazz at The Speakeasy – Brighton & Hove’s Midweek Jazz Spot 🎷📍 Above The Wick Inn, Holland Road, Hove🕢 Arrive by 7:30pm to secure your favourite seat – or message to reserve. Join us this week at The Speakeasy, Brighton & Hove’s go-to midweek jazz hideaway, inspired by the golden age of New York’s […]

🎷 Tim Whitehead & Chris Coull – Live at The Speakeasy Jazz Club 🎺📍 The Wick Inn, Hove | 📅 Tuesday 22nd October | 🕗 Doors 8PM An unmissable night of compelling modern jazz as celebrated saxophonist Tim Whitehead joins trumpeter and host Chris Coull at The Speakeasy Jazz Club. Known for his emotionally charged […]

Featuring some of the best UK jazz musicains in Sussex;Roy Hilton (piano) Simon Savage (sax) Chris Coull (trumpet) Rhys Lovell (bass) and Alex Ptt (drums) Join us for an evening of high octane be-bop from the Blue Note recording label's classic 50's and 60's era, with tune from Horace Silver, Dexter Gordon, Cannonball Adderly, John […]

Julian Nicholas guests at The Speakeasy Jazz Club, Hove Join us in the dedicated space above The Wick Inn, Hove, for an unforgettable evening of world-class jazz. Led by acclaimed trumpeter Chris Coull, the house band will be joined by some of the brightest stars from across the UK jazz scene. Expect swinging rhythms, soulful […]

Due to the World Cup semi final, there will be no jazz this week.

Join us at Brighton and Hove's outstanding venue for mid week live jazz, above The Wick Inn on Holland Rd. Arrive by 7.30pm to secure your favourite seat (or PM me to reserve). This week its local saxophonist Simon Savage backed up with a fantastic rhythm section of Roy Hilton (piano) , Paul Whitten (bass) […]