Nick Mills at The Speakeasy Jazz Club
🎶 Nick Mills – Live at The Speakeasy 🎶
📍 Above The Wick Inn, Holland Road, Hove
🗓️ Tuesday 6th August | 🕢 Doors 7:00pm | Music from 8pm
Join us for an exciting night of live jazz at The Speakeasy, featuring acclaimed trombonist Nick Mills. A graduate of Leeds College of Music and winner of the 2001 Brass Award, Nick has toured internationally with the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Glenn Miller UK, and top UK jazz ensembles.
His diverse credits include work with Amy Winehouse, Mark Ronson, Gregory Porter, and Fatboy Slim, blending traditional swing with modern soul and jazz flair. Expect hard-swinging grooves and standout solos from one of the UK’s most versatile brass players.
🎺 Hosted by trumpeter Chris Coull with the house band including Terry Seabrook (organ) and Joe Edwards (Drums)
🎟️ £6 entry – Payable on the door (cash or card)
🍛 Thai food available | 🍷 Full bar | ✨ Cosy, candlelit atmosphere
Jazz At St Andrews; Julian Nicholas.
Doors at 5.30pm, Music from 6pm-8pm.
Julian has been at the forefront of the local and national jazz scene for over 4 decades, starting his career with Nina Simone and well known for his creative flair and deep connection to his influences that range far and wide. Here, he teams up with Chris Coull for a tribute to Chet Baker + Gerry Mulligan plus a dynamic rhythm section led by pianist Oli Howe making a welcome return plus Paul Whitten (bass) and Angus Bishop (drums).
Tickets £12 wegottickets.com/event/660635/ or cash/card on the door.
£12 Cash / Card on the day
Alan Barnes at The Speakeasy Jazz Club
ALAN BARNES; A towering giant on the British jazz scene for over five decades, Alan’s sax and clarinet playing has grabbed the attention of fans throughout his illustrious career. Equally adept on the mic with his funny and captivating banter, you are in for a great night of laughter, swing and musicianship!
Wednesday’s from 7.30pm; sumptuous jazz at Hove’s premier music venue. Delicious food & drinks make ‘The Speakeasy’ a cosy & intimate venue. Come & see the cream of British jazz, with featured artists, backed by our house band, led by trumpeter Chris Coull. Featruing Terry Sebrook (organ)a nd Joe edwards (drums). Book whole tables, alcoves or individual seats in advance at the Fringe website, WhatsApp 07948260789 or cash/card available on the night.
Jazz At St Andrews presents; Jackson Mathod and the three trumpeteers.
For the first time since 2023, ‘The Three Trumpeteers’ makes an appearance with local trumpeters Chris Coull and Jack Kendon joined by Jackson Mathod; a multi-instrumentalist and singer who has shot to prominence on the London scene with his virtuosic mastery of the instrument. After starting his career playing for Stormzy and Jordan Rakei he launched his debut album ‘Travels In A Confined Space’ to critical acclaim. The rhythm section is led by legendary pianist Roy Hilton, Nigel Thomas (bass) and Joe Edwards (drums). Expect unadulterated be-bop and hard bop as this front line trumpet trio set to work!
Tickets £12 wegottickets.com/event/660637/ or cash/card on the door.
The Speakeasy Jazz Club proudly presents, The Simon Savage / Roy Hilton Quartet
Featuring some of the best UK jazz musicains in Sussex;
Simon Savage (sax) Roy Hilton (piano) Paul Whitten (bass) and Joe Edwards (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 Coltrane et al.
Simon Savage is a former NYJO member who studied at the Leeds College of Music and the Guildhall School of Music & Drama. He has played many gigs with Mark Bassey, both in a small group setting and as part of the extremely popular Bassey Plays Basie. He has also played in the Pete Cater Big Band as well as various projects of his own. He is a very busy teacher of the saxophone, flute & Clarinet as well as jazz improvisation.
Music from 8pm – £6 cash/card donation. Above The Wick Inn, Holland Rd, Hove
Julian Nicholas at The Speakeasy Jazz Club
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 saxophonist Julian Nicholas, with backing from an all star rhythm section.
Based on a NYC Jazz-Supper club, The Speakeasy boasts snug alcoves, cosy lighting, candlelit dining from the much lauded Thai kitchen (should you chose it), wide selection of drinks on tap, and outstanding live jazz brought to you by some of the finest musicians from throughout the UK. £6 Entry payable by cash or card on the door.
“Julian is one of those rare players whose playing is a direct reflection of his true character and nature. Uplifting, intelligent, positive, genuine and filled with joy. I’ve enjoyed listening to him every time – one of my real faves!” – Iain Ballamy
Imogen Ryall sings “Porgy and Bess” with the Chris coull quartet.
Thursday 28th August. Doors at 7pm, Music from 8pm.
Imogen Ryall has been at the forefront of the UK jazz scene wowing audiences with her interpretations of jazz standards old and new, as well as a many special projects in partnership with leading jazz instrumentalists.
Trumpeter Chris Coull has long wanted to put together a group to perform this musical work that seamlessly crosses the boundaries between classical and jazz by the maestro himself, George Gershwin.
Expect all your favourite songs from the famous musical, plus some unhackneyed musical pieces, interspersed with a synopsis of the story. The rhythm section is John Turville (piano), Simon Thrope (bass) and Steve Fishwick (drums).
