John East Project
“A bit of genius”
Fleece Jazz
John East Project is led by vocalist and Hammond organ player John East, becoming a popular and regular feature at the Club since their first appearance here twelve years ago. John has played the Hammond for decades, working with musicians such as John Etheridge, Katie Kissoon and Phil Robson. Tonight John & his band will be performing material from their album, "Mr Businessman", which features a selection of carefully chosen vocal standards along with lesser-known songs from the popular songbook as well as the occasional instrumental tune, with the emphasis on melodic jazz driven along by the distinctive Hammond sound. And what a band it is, drawn from the top players in the UK: Nigel Price-guitar, Dave Lewis-sax, Scott Baylis-trumpet, Dan Hewson-trombone, Steve Pearce-bass and Mark Fletcher-drums. After a long and successful run of over 50 shows, John will be stepping away from live gigs later this year so do come along and enjoy the John East Project while you still can.
“(East) and the band...brought the house down” City AM; "Vocalist and Hammond player East leads a fine band" Time Out; "A bit of genius" Fleece Jazz