Phil Ayres Détente: Birthday Gig
Drummer Phil Ayres first formed his band "Détente" in the late 80's, performing for some time on the Jazz/Groove circuit before, in the early 90's, everyone went their separate ways. However, in the early 2000's Phil once again reformed the band to record their first album "We Got It Covered", which was universally well received. Unfortunately gigging the band at that time was not possible, however, the music from the album continued to be played through the 2000's, particularly on Solar Radio, creating a new audience for the group. And so in 2017 Phil went in to the studios with a (largely) new set of musicians to record Detente's second album "Movin' On" featuring, amongst many others, the iconic UK guitarist Jim Mullen and Average White Band Saxophonist Fred 'Freddie V' Vigdor. Tonight will be what has now become a regular outing for this popular 6-piece line-up: Simon Carter-keyboard, Dave Lewis-sax, Bobby Quigley-guitar and Phil Mulford–bass along with Special Guest, Janine Johnson-vocals. Phil is a very old friend of the Club so we are particularly pleased to welcome him to the 606 tonight for this, his special birthday celebration! Promises to be quite a night.
"Cool Jazz with...added sublime soul" Solar Radio; "Detente's CD 'Movin' On' makes a lasting peace with the listener through disarmingly rock solid grooves. Phil Ayres' tasteful and diplomatic interplay with the band pays thoughtful homage....to the iconic artists represented.....great drumming" Chris Parker (Brecker Brothers); "Phil Ayres gives new meaning to London Soul!" Will Lee (George Benson)