After a summer-long break, Hackensack returns in full flow with a fine two sets of music.
*First Set*
Joe Webb plays Nick Drake
In 2009 Joe attended the Royal Welsh College for four years studying with Huw Warren, Nick Weldon and Richard Roberts. During his time at the conservatoire, Joe played in a number of different bands and formed his own, the Joe Webb Trio which was given the opportunity to play at the 2012 Brecon Jazz festival and has had compositions played on BBC radio 3 and on Welsh Radio.
After graduating from Cardiff in 2012, he moved to London and since has been lucky enough to have played with some amazing musicians including, Geoff Simkins, Laurence Cottle, Nick Singer, Nia Lynn and Dave Cliff.
Webb has selected his favourite songs of the genius singer-songwriter to play in a solo setting.
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*Second Set*
Martin Speake Trio
Martin Speake- Alto Sax
Mike Outram- Guitar
Jeff Williams- Drums
For this very special gig we have a leader who been referred to as, “one of the most interesting and rewarding alto saxophonists now playing jazz on any continent.” (Thomas Conrad – Jazz Times)
He brings his amazing band of guitar genius Mike Outram and masterful drummer Jeff Williams.
This unusual trio of alto saxophone, guitar and drums brings together all of Martin’s musical influences alongside his favourite musical partners. The three musicians are committed to improvising in the moment and will feature compositions from their new double CD ‘Always A First Time’ on Martin’s Pumpkin label.
Mike Outram, Jeff Wiliams, Martin Speake
Meditative ballads, trance like grooves, free improvisation, minimalism, jazz standard songs, Arabic influenced music, heavy metal guitar, unaccompanied solos from each player and more are featured in this unique and intimate trio.
“There is no musician with such complete control of the sounds coming out of a guitar. Mike Outram plays the sweetest wailing rock guitar in Britain. It’s a sound of great beauty.” Seb Scotney, London Jazz
“In a career that has spanned more than 40 years, drummer Jeff Williams has honed a sound that seamlessly blends a sinewy, propulsive rhythmic sense with a masterful appreciation of space and atmosphere.” Matthew Miller, The New York City Jazz Record
Entry is still only £5. Get here early for your seat!
Bonus: Check out this predictably great poster by James Clark.
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