ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Celebrate are a superb tribute to Kool & the Gang, who dominated the singles charts in the late 70s and early 80s.
During the 70s and 80s, Kool and the Gang were one of the best-loved soul bands in the world and their greatest hits come to life once again with this fantastic show celebrating the very best of their many hit records – 'Ladies Night', 'Too Hot', 'Get Down On It', 'Fresh', 'Celebration' and many more.
Drummer Billy Osborne is the musical director and current producer for Alexander ONeal. The brass section comprises of Kenny Wellington tpt, David Baptiste sax and Fayyaz Virji tbn the original horn section and members of Beggar & Co/ Light Of The World and Incognito who all have of course their own hit recordings, as well as playing on the recordings of many other famous artists. On bass and keyboards are the current members of Alexander O Neals and Gwen Dickeys band Clint Williams and Emlyn. Vocalist Glen Goldsmith also has his own hit recordings and shares duties with Pitta, a top session vocalist having toured with many of the UK's Top bands and Kieran West, an upcoming vocalist and songwriter in his own right.
These musicians invite you to enjoy their performance of the great songs of Kool &The Gang from the funk to all the pop hits. A high-quality act performing songs of the highest quality.
*Please note this is a tribute show and will not feature the original artists
Bar and heated Terrace available for pre or post-show drinks!
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ABOUT OUR FOOD:
Sourcing the greatest grass-fed Aberdeenshire beef is crucial to Boisdale but equally so is the attention to detail involved in the dry ageing and the actual cutting. All the beef supplied to Boisdale is from the very best certified beef suckler herds of Aberdeenshire Boisdale is wild about game and all manner of chase and fowl find their way to the tables, be it red grouse – the ultimate game bird uniquely indigenous to Scotland and northern England or Highland venison, the regulars’ favourite served hot smoked with a black truffle dressing. Wild fowl, hare, partridge – all can be enjoyed in the Boisdale restaurants when in season.
Gourmets can also delight in arguably the best beef in the world: 28-40 day matured purebred dry aged Aberdeenshire steak as well as other remarkable meat that includes Highland Blackface Lamb.
The most famous Scottish export after whisky - smoked salmon - comes to Boisdale from award-winning, small family-owned farms and smokehouses. Other fish specialities include the diver-gathered Orkney King scallops, Loch Ryan native oysters, organic West Minch salmon from South Uist, sweet dill-pickled herring from the Summer Isles, as well as abundant varieties of other seafood.
ABOUT THE VENUE:
Jools Holland, Boisdale Patron of Music presents the best in jazz, blues and soul.
About the venue: https://youtu.be/SJhROJnoJLQ
Boisdale of Canary Wharf is a two-floor venue overlooking Cabot Square which comprises a restaurant, four private dining rooms, Oyster Bar & Grill and Cigar Terrace, the world’s greatest Whisky Bar, and the best live music in the capital.
"London's number one jazz venue" Tatler
"Best Whisky Bar in the World" Whisky Magazine
"A carnivore's dream" Evening Standard
"Aged steaks are deemed incredible" Square Meal
"The world's most individualistic style bar & restaurant" Hot Tickets