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Those in the know are already excited about the rise of trumpeter Klara Devlin on the Birtish jazz scene. A finalist in the BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2024, Klara's material draws inspiration mainly from the Bebop and Hard Bop eras, mixed with a soupcon of Funk and improv, while her influences span Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, Ella Fitzgerald, Herbie Hancock, Roy Hargrove, Chick Corea, and Wayne Shorter. Klara Devlin, remember her name, she is in my opinion one of the most amazing and unique new trumpet voices to emerge onto the UK jazz scene. To coin the famous quote if ya ain't got it in ya, ya can't blow it out. Klara Devlin definitely has it, and definitely blows it out of her horn! Im about 2-3 jazz generations in front of her and Ive never been this excited about a young musician in a while, definitely a stylist wholl be making new waves for the next generation.Tony Kofi, saxophonist For over 30 years, Tomorrows Warriors has played a vital role within its community and the wider music industry andhas beencreditedwithliterally changingthe face ofUKjazz. Free access to Tomorrows Warriors artistic programme has proved crucial in nurturing the nascent talent andearly careers of so many of the most exciting UK artists currentlytearing up the international jazz sceneincluding Mercury Prize 2023 winners Ezra Collective, Moses Boyd, NubyaGarcia, Shabaka Hutchings and Sons of Kemet,ESKA, Jason Yarde, Denys Baptiste, Robert Mitchell, Soweto Kinch, Shirley Tetteh, Byron Wallen...the list goes on. A Black-founded and Black-ledorganisation,Tomorrows Warriors offers apioneering, comprehensive programme of learning and training which champions and supports young Black and female talent and those who come from challenging circumstances that would be a barrier to accessing opportunities to pursue a music career. Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email karamel8775@gmail.com to book a table for groups of 3+.

If you'd like to learn more about the venue's story and mission, along with how you can play your part to support them - please head here: https://bit.ly/support-ally-pally Venue terms and conditions can be viewed here: https://www.alexandrapalace.com/terms-and-conditions/# Price includes a £1 venue restoration levy. Presented by Alexandra Palace. This is an all ages event.

In a world full of AI and Robot tech can a simple dad with slightly tight jeans stay relevant? Ancient Astronaut Theorists say yes! Rhys hopes to prove that right now a touch of very human silliness is more important than ever!? Perhaps his unique human skills, once thought of as absurd, might just be useful after all!

Join us for a night of unforgettable performances as Can't Stop Talking take the stage at The Finsbury! Mark your calendars for an extraordinary evening of music and energy that you won't want to miss. This event promises to be filled with vibrant tunes and an electric atmosphere as Can't Stop Talking showcase their incredible talent. Come and be a part of an unforgettable night! can't stop talking Angry talking heads Nella Nella’s sound is ethereal, heavy and conceptual - mixing angelic vocals, distorted guitars and loud drums. The indie pop star explores topics from queer experiences to climate crisis, and mental health. Nella's two latest singles "Storm" and "Bad Weather" are a striking introduction to her unique - dark and heavy, soft and dreamy sound. In 2024, she made waves with her band-an all-queer, women-fronted ensemble-playing enchanting shows across London. They invite you to dive into the storm, embrace the bad weather, and find beauty and art in the chaos. Presented by Gotobeat Ltd. This is an 18+ event

This month, Kaiyo is joined by legendary ECM recording artist Iain Ballamy! He has been described variously as urbane, original, melodic, freethinking and uncompromising. Listed in the BBCs publication 100 Jazz Greats between Count Basie and Chet Baker his work is contemporary with both strong jazz and classical references. Over 3 decades spent transcending musical genres and stereotypes and gradually forging strong and ongoing relationships with musicians around the globe, Ballamy has worked with many cutting-edge figures of todays contemporary jazz scene. Not to be missed. Intensly melodic, eventful and full of surprises... The beauty of tone that Iain Ballamy gets is certainly one of the joys of the current scene Andy Hamilton, Jazz on CD Band Line Up: Iain Ballamy - Sax Mark Taylor - Drums Simon Purcell - Piano Amy Baldwin- Bass Karamel - 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email karamel8775@gmail.com to book a table for groups of 3+.

Gotobeat is excited to present Zkeletonz live at The Finsbury in Finsbury Park on Friday, May 30th to celebrate their debut album 'OUT!'. Free show - rsvp below ZKELETONZ - Zkeletonz is a UK-based live electronic music project known for their sleek, self-assured aesthetic and infectious, danceable sound. Blending synth-pop, disco, and indie, they create music designed for movement, with a distinctively stylish and ironic edge. Gracing festival stages like All Points East, Rock The South Malta and 110 Above plus radio airwaves including BBC 6Music's Fresh Finds and John Kennedy's X-Posure, the band has built a reputation for high-energy performances, sharp visuals, and an uncompromising artistic vision. Presented by Gotobeat Ltd. This is an 18+ event