The Jazz Mann Loves Camilla!!!

“She once again impresses as both an instrumentalist and a composer, while simultaneously broadening her musical horizons. It’s another impressive offering from one of the rising stars of British jazz.” — Ian Mann

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For the full review, please click on the image, above.

For the full review, please click on the image, above.

Ubuntu Music Announces Camilla George's Next Release!

'The People Could Fly', with Camilla, Sara Tandy, Daniel Casimir, Winston Clifford, Femi Koleoso, Shirley Tetteh, Cherise Adams-Burnett, Quentin Collins and Special Guest Omar will be released September 28th!

Left to Right: Tetteh, Tandy, Koleoso, George, Adams-Burnett, Casimir.

Left to Right: Tetteh, Tandy, Koleoso, George, Adams-Burnett, Casimir.

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Around the LJF World in +10 Days —Gonzo Journalism from a Diehard Jazz Fan

Preface: This pastiche is decidedly biased, as it is written by someone in the business—as a manager, record label owner, agent and talent spotter—whose love for jazz exceeds all in his life, other than his love for his family. I’ve chosen to highlight my relationships with each artist/band, along with a sound bite performance rating, to protect the innocent. Otherwise, I’ll simply take the 5th Amendment.

Andrew McCormack, Quentin Collins, Daniel Casimir, Shane Forbes

Andrew McCormack, Quentin Collins, Daniel Casimir, Shane Forbes

Andrew McCormack, Tom Harrison, Leo Richardson, Quentin Collins, Daniel Casimir, Shane Forbes

Andrew McCormack, Tom Harrison, Leo Richardson, Quentin Collins, Daniel Casimir, Shane Forbes

Martin Hummel, Noemi Nuti

Martin Hummel, Noemi Nuti

Tom Harrison, Martin Hummel, Leo Richardson

Tom Harrison, Martin Hummel, Leo Richardson

Martin Hummel, Goatious Foot

Martin Hummel, Goatious Foot

martin Hummel, Georgia Van Etten

martin Hummel, Georgia Van Etten

Martin Hummel, Quentin Collins

Martin Hummel, Quentin Collins

Martin Hummel, Luc Saint Martin

Martin Hummel, Luc Saint Martin

Andrew McCormack, Quentin Collins, Daniel Casimir, Shane Forbes

Andrew McCormack, Quentin Collins, Daniel Casimir, Shane Forbes

Sunday, 19th November

Quentin Collins Quartet

Pizza Express Soho Lunch Show (Sold Out)

Trumpet/flugelhorn ace Quentin Collins is mixing things up with a new band and some pulsating, soulful sounds. His latest line-up included Andrew McCormack/piano, Daniel Casimir/bass and Shane Forbes/drums. The audience was clearly ready for this one, as the band played a range of Collins’ compositions, including Peace of Silver, in tribute to the late master and performed by the Kyle Eastwood Band. It was a special one, and places Collins right back on the front foot of outstanding lead trumpeters in this country.

Relationship: Yes

Performance: Thrusting

Around the LJF World in +10 Days —Gonzo Journalism from a Diehard Jazz Fan

Preface: This pastiche is decidedly biased, as it is written by someone in the business—as a manager, record label owner, agent and talent spotter—whose love for jazz exceeds all in his life, other than his love for his family. I’ve chosen to highlight my relationships with each artist/band, along with a sound bite performance rating, to protect the innocent. Otherwise, I’ll simply take the 5th Amendment.

Bassist Daniel Casimir, Drummer Jake Long

Bassist Daniel Casimir, Drummer Jake Long

jake Long, Daniel Casimir, Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

jake Long, Daniel Casimir, Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Camilla George

Camilla George

Camilla George, Daniel Casimir, Cameron Daniel

Camilla George, Daniel Casimir, Cameron Daniel

Camilla George

Camilla George

Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Gary Crosby, Steve Williamson

Gary Crosby, Steve Williamson

Jake long, Daniel Casimir, Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Jake long, Daniel Casimir, Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Jake Long, Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Jake Long, Camilla George, Cameron Daniel

Friday, 17th November

Camilla George Quartet

Spice of Life (Sold Out)

Given the amount of time I spent here this week, I think I deserve a few shares in the place. Camilla and her reconfigured quartet (Cameron Daniel/guitar, Daniel Casimir/bass, Jake Long/drums) gave the absolutely packed crowd everything they wanted, and more. Delivering a mixed repertoire of new material and songs from her latest album, the Afro-Caribbean beats and vibes put the audience in a writhing trance.

Relationship: Yes

Performance: Tantalizing

Around the LJF World in +10 Days —Gonzo Journalism from a Diehard Jazz Fan

Preface: This pastiche is decidedly biased, as it is written by someone in the business—as a manager, record label owner, agent and talent spotter—whose love for jazz exceeds all in his life, other than his love for his family. I’ve chosen to highlight my relationships with each artist/band, along with a sound bite performance rating, to protect the innocent. Otherwise, I’ll simply take the 5th Amendment.

Sound Check: Sarah Tandy, Camilla George, Daniel Casimir, Winston Fletcher

Sound Check: Sarah Tandy, Camilla George, Daniel Casimir, Winston Fletcher

Martin Hummel, Daniel Casimir

Martin Hummel, Daniel Casimir

Camilla George, Leslie Hummel (Felina London necklaces)

Camilla George, Leslie Hummel (Felina London necklaces)

Camilla George, Martin Hummel

Camilla George, Martin Hummel

Sarah Tandy, Daniel Casimir, Camilla George, Winston Fletcher

Sarah Tandy, Daniel Casimir, Camilla George, Winston Fletcher

Dee Dee Bridgewater & Band

Dee Dee Bridgewater & Band

Thursday, 15th November

Dee Dee Bridgewater & Camilla George Quartet

Cadogan Hall (Full)

Rising star Camilla George (alto sax) delivered an immensely entertaining opening set, with new compositions and songs form Isang, her debut album. Backed by a stellar band, (Sarah Tandy/piano, Daniel Casimir/bass, Winston Clifford/drums), Camilla’s another one to watch in 2018.

Dee Dee Bridgewater took over and never stopped. Inspired by her Memphis roots, she R&B’d her way through the best of the 1960s. Masterful stuff.

Had to leave this one a bit early to make my way down the Kings Road, for the second half of a performance.

Relationship: Yes (Camilla George)

Performance: Heavenly