The international group The New Exiles return to the Vortex after last year’s sold-out New Year’s gigs. American singer Scott Stroman is joined by Swedish saxophonist Cennet Jönsson and three…

Usual procrastinators including Piotr, Zac, Ewan Bleach and others… The Procrastinators’ NYE Party is for anyone who wants the fun of NYE without the pressure/had a disappointing NYE and wants…

Always great in these intimate gigs, Britain’s finest jazz vocalist, producer and songsmith, Ian Shaw hosts an exuberant party with a set of appropriately festive songs. Whether it’s his radical…

Estelle Kokot – Piano and Vocals Mick Hutton –  Bass Kate Shortt – Cello and Vocals Gene Calderazzo – Drums  No Abraham No Goliath No chosen man No chosen woman…

Legendary English guitarist John Etheridge brings sensational new vocal star Vimala Rowe to the Vortex for another evening of passion and soul. John will play some of his celebrated solo…

Ray Carless is a talented Jamaican saxophonist whose musical career spans almost 40 years. He started started out on his musical journey working with a wide variety of pop jazz…

One of this country’s liveliest musicians whose credits range as far as Ornette Coleman and beyond celebrates the festive season. Picking from a repertoire that will include Duke Ellington and…

Cleveland Watkiss sings the songs of Gregory Isaacs, Dennis Brown, Delroy Wilson, and more, with an all-star band including Orphy Robinson MBE. Recent concerts by this group sold out, so book early!

Evan Parker ends another year of regular nights at the Vortex as he has been doing for the past 50 years and as he means to go on – with…

Supported by the Dave Holland – Evan Parker Fund   DAY 2 Line up: Orphy Robinson (Vibes, keys, Electronics). Zuri  (keys/piano) Renell Shaw (Bass/Spoken Word) Ricco Komolafe (Bass) Samson Jetta…

Our monthly residency continues for a big band initiated by bassist Calum Gourlay, known for his great work with Thelonious, an award-winning solo album and more. “I want it to…

Presenting a new “Christ-Mess Extravaganza” alongside their successful first album ‘Weapons of Mass Distraction’, this is contemporary big band originals genre swinging into the future of jazz.

Internationally acclaimed singer in the worlds of jazz and cabaret, Barb Jungr is renowned for her unique vocal style, interpretation of well-known songs, and highly skilled approach to re-arranging music.

Another chance to hear this exciting blend of music from twenty horns, featuring jazz, African and Latin grooves, under the leadership of trombone virtuoso Annie Whitehead and supported by the…

Deirdre Cartwright guitar Louise Elliott  saxophone and flute, Alison Rayner  double bass Simon Pearson  drums   Exciting, original contemporary jazz fusion.   “If there is a more complete guitarist in contemporary music than Deirdre Cartwright…

A cosmopolitan line-up of musicians from as far afield as Mexico and South Korea are anchored by the music of bassist Brodie Jarvie.

The core team consists of Orphy Robinson, Cleveland Watkiss, Tori Handsley and Paul Bradshaw who are joined by an array of guests. You never know who’s going to drop in.…

Award-winning musician Ivo Neame leads a dynamic, imaginative yet playful trio with Andrea di Biase and Jon Scott

Devin Gray – Drums; Dave Ballou​ – Trumpet; Ellery Eskelin​ – Tenor Saxophone; Michael Formanek​ – Bass. Top Downtown New York jazzers come to Dalston: earworm melody, richly implied harmony and a loose-limbed sense of rhythm as something physical and flowing

Mike De Souza Trio will launch their first EP ‘Road Fork’ at the Vortex. Expect Guitar heavy compositions, with influences ranging from Radiohead to Messiaen.

Svarc Hanley Longhawn Nick Svarc – Guitar Steve Hanley – Drums Martin Longhawn – Organ Formed in 2012, Svarc Hanley Longhawn are a collaborative band performing original music with influences…

Appearing as the 16 piece Large n-semble, The Variable n-tet is a flexible n-piece band playing music composed by Jeff Chambers. The music draws on the depth and richness of the…

Co-led by Brigitte Beraha & Barry Green and featuring legends Chris Laurence & Paul Clarvis, this ‘remarkable quartet’ play the final concert of their much-anticipated 20-date 2018 UK tour.

Rising star Lorraine Baker bursts onto the UK Jazz Scene to launch her debut album “Eden.” Her individual style has gained attention from top international musicians, describing her playing as “magical” and “deeply rooted in the tradition of the great drummers of jazz.”

The show focuses on tunes famously played by late drummer Ed Blackwell, re-arranged and using newly composed elements to give the music an edgy modern twist, perfectly showcasing the all star band and Lorraine’s unique sound as an improviser. Expect a fusion of afro, dance and rock grooves with driving swing and elements of free improvisation.

Gilad Hekselman has been developing a reputation as one of the most promising guitarists in New York since his arrival in 2004. After only a few years this native Israeli…

2017 Downbeat Rising Star Gilad Hekselman appears with his trio ZuperOctave, featuring pianist Aaron Parks and drummer Kendrick Scott. This bass-less band is exploring electronics with the goal of still keeping the music organic and flexible.

Featuring an exciting mix of Norwegian and UK jazz musicians this band preforms original music that effortlessly combines pretty melodies and complicated chord changes.

Our monthly residency continues for a big band initiated by bassist Calum Gourlay, known for his great work with Thelonious, an award-winning solo album and more. “I want it to…