THE COALMINERS CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS
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6 reviews - Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club
Description
The Hottest New Orleans Funk and Soul Band in the UK
With their dedication to what they like to refer to as “Swamp Soul” this brilliant 7 piece band bring the rhythm and soul of New Orleans alive, playing songs ranging from Professor Longhair to Allen Toussaint, Mardi gras parade anthems to Fats Domino Rock & Roll classics and the swampy funk of The Meters and Dr John. They take their name from the Toussaint/Dorsey song 'Working In A Coalmine.'
"From time to time I stumble on a band that totally blows me away...The sound they have put down is perfect"
Craig Charles - BBC Radio 2 Funk and Soul Show
"Very funky! Great horns, and the groove has a deep pocket"
Zigaboo Modeliste - 'The Meters'
Tommy Hare – Vocals
Arthur Lea – Piano & Vocals
Ben Somers – Sax & Vocals
Rob Updegraff – Guitar
Spencer Brown – Bass
Pat Levett – Drums
The band features the brilliant singer Tommy Hare who has been burning a bright trail in the UK blues scene over the last few years. Sumudu has worked with the likes of Rod Stewart, Jamie Cullum, and most recently the iconic singer/songwriter Van Morrison has put her at the forefront of the UK female vocal scene. The rest of the band is equally as impressive. Drummer / bandleader Pat Levett has played with Tim Minchin, Tom Jones, Amy Winehouse Zigaboo Modeliste (The Meters) and the Ronnie Scott's All Stars, Vocalist / pianist Arthur Lea, includes work with the likes of Bootleg Brass and Soweto Kinch on a massive and eclectic cv. Saxophonist Ben Somers has performed with Dr John, Seal and Taylor Swift, guitarist Rob Updegraff has recently been performing and recording with Sony artist Alani and can be heard on Jamie Cullum’s latest album alongside Gregory Porter and Laura Mvula, bass player Spencer Brown has performed with the likes of Andy Sheppard, Alan Barnes, Rebecca Ferguson and indie star Carl Barat.
OTHER INFORMATION
GENRES: JAZZ, SOUL & FUNK
TICKETS: STUDENTS & mu £12 | STANDARD £15 | ON THE DOOR £18
SEATING IS UN-ALLOCATED AND IS SUBJECT TO 1ST COME, 1ST SERVED BASIS
ONLY BAR FOOD & DRINKS AVAILABLE IN JAZZ CLUB
À LA CARTE DINING AVAILABLE IN THE MAIN RESTAURANT PRIOR TO SHOW
PLEASE ALLOW UP TO 2 HOURS FOR DINNER RESERVATIONS.
Offers
Promotions
Tickets/Times
Ticket | Event time | Cost |
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Standard Admission
Doors: 7:30pm / Show: 9pm - 11pm
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19:30 - 23:00 | £15.00 |
Students & MU Members
Doors: 7:30pm / Show: 9pm - 11pm
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19:30 - 23:00 | £13.00 |
Location
Address
Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club, 140 Newington Butts, SE11 4RN
Organiser
Toulouse Lautrec
Paying tribute to one of France's most flamboyant artists, Toulouse Lautrec is an intimate Brasserie & Wine Bar in Kennington, South London. Brimming with the bohemian charm of the Parisian jazz bars of a bygone era.
The venue is rapidly becoming one of London's finest live music venue providing quality live music from Jazz to Soul Funk, from French Chansons to Latin Salsa.
Venue
T&Cs
1) Tickets are non-refundable with 48 Hours of the event as standard.
2) Attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
3) We operate a Check-21. If you are lucky enough to appear younger than 21 you may be asked for photographic ID.
4) Seating is unallocated and based on first come, first served. Please arrive before start time to be guaranteed seating.
5) Once the show has begun, we reserve the right to fill any empty seats with people who have bought tickets on the door.
6) ID Required for students & Musician Union Members
2) Attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
3) We operate a Check-21. If you are lucky enough to appear younger than 21 you may be asked for photographic ID.
4) Seating is unallocated and based on first come, first served. Please arrive before start time to be guaranteed seating.
5) Once the show has begun, we reserve the right to fill any empty seats with people who have bought tickets on the door.
6) ID Required for students & Musician Union Members
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