Jackie Mittoo (a tribute) brings the music of Jamaican reggae legend Jackie Mittoo back to life.
Paying tribute to the Keyboard King at Studio One, one of South London's finest new reggae bands (Frank Black: Bass, Kenrick Rowe: Drums, Fraser Pelly: Keys, Memphis Koloi: Guitar, Andy Gibson: Guitar, Zeeroy: Percussion) are ready to take you on a journey exploring essential yet often overlooked reggae/rocksteady/ska classics and deep-cut instrumentals.
The GAB Trio is made of guitarists GIANLUCA CORONA and CLEMENT REGERT, alongside percussionist STEVE TAYLOR and special guest Brazilian songstress LUNA COHEN, delivers a compelling musical experience. Their repertoire blends flamenco, Brazilian influences, and reworked pop tunes, attracting a diverse audience.
PCLEMENT REGERT, a French guitarist from Paris, has been making waves in the UK music scene since 2005. Endorsed by AER Amplification & Godin guitars, Regert has graced prestigious venues and festivals, collaborating with acclaimed artists such as Marcus Strickland, Denys Baptiste and Tim Garland.
STEVE TAYLOR, a versatile percussionist, has collaborated with notable artists, such as Nitin Sawney and Ian Shaw contributing to the acclaimed Jazz FM album of the week, ‘Bloom,’ with songwriter and guitarist Rosie Frater-Taylor. His powerful drumming style has earned praise from the likes of Bluey of Incognito and Jazzwise magazine.
GIANLUCA CORONA, a seasoned professional guitarist with over twenty-five years of experience on both sides of the Atlantic, brings a wealth of musical knowledge to the trio. Holding a diploma from the Guitar Institute of Technology in Los Angeles, Corona has shared the stage with Italian music luminaries such as Piero Pelù and Al Di Meola.
Hailing from Belo Horizonte, Brazil, LUNA COHEN’s music represents and reflects the rich diversity of Brazilian culture. Over the past two decades, the London-based vocalist, described as “one of the most interesting singers and composers among the rising stars of MPB - música popular brasileira" (Time Out Barcelona), has perfected her craft and earned a spot in the foreground of the jazz scene.
"The GAB Trio put on a thrilling gig which blended the boundaries of jazz, samba, tango, flamenco, and bossa nova. Guitarists Gianluca Corona and Clement Regertwere joined by Steve Taylor on percussion, and each musician's sophisticated respect for world musical traditions was matched by their virtuosic improvisational abilities." Jazzwise
Blending the vibrant languages of jazz, Latin, and fusion, Tristan Banks is a dynamic drummer, percussionist, and composer whose high-octane virtuosity and musical sensitivity have made him one of the most sought-after players on the international scene. With more than 30 years of professional experience, Banks brings a rare combination of technical brilliance, deep groove, and stylistic authenticity to every stage he steps onto.
Equally at home in intimate jazz clubs, major concert halls, and arena tours, Banks has built a distinguished career as both a bandleader and an elite sideman. His playing reflects a lifelong immersion in rhythm—from straight-ahead swing to Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, funk, soul, and contemporary fusion—delivered with precision, fire, and infectious energy. His performances are known for their intensity and interplay, balancing explosive power with subtle dynamics and refined musical conversation.
Throughout his career, Banks has collaborated with an extraordinary roster of internationally acclaimed artists across multiple genres. These include Roy Ayers, Steve Winwood, Brian May, Van Morrison, and Marcos Valle, among many others. His versatility has also led to performances and recordings with leading figures in jazz and soul such as Guy Barker, Beverley Knight, and Carleen Anderson.
As a composer and bandleader, Banks channels this wealth of experience into music that is rhythmically adventurous and melodically compelling. His original work fuses intricate rhythmic frameworks with soaring improvisation, creating performances that are both musically sophisticated and immediately engaging. Audiences can expect tight, telepathic ensemble playing, exhilarating solos, and a deep connection to the roots of jazz while pushing confidently into modern territory.
Praised for his professionalism, adaptability, and unmistakable feel, Tristan Banks continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Whether anchoring a legendary artist’s band or leading his own projects, he delivers performances that are vibrant, fearless, and unforgettable—an artist whose passion for rhythm drives every beat.
Paul Booth is the in-demand sax man on today’s music scene. His ability to blend into any musical surrounding coupled with his talents as a multi-instrumentalist has led to him being regularly chosen to perform with many well-known artists. Paul has toured, performed and recorded around the world with Steve Winwood, The Eagles, Eric Clapton, Steely Dan, Carlos Santana, Van Morrison, The Allman Brothers Band, Bonnie Raitt, Chaka Khan, Kylie Minogue, Jamiroquai, Gregory Porter, Barry Manilow, Warren Haynes, Marti Pellow, Derek Trucks, Eddie Henderson, Geoffrey Keezer, Clarence Penn and Ingrid Jensen.
John Crawford is one of the finest Latin/Jazz pianists on the scene, and brings impressive technique and musicianship to his blend of jazz, flamenco and Latin. He has worked with the likes of Latin legends Airto Moreira and Giovanni Hidalgo as well as UK based artists such as Snowboy and Roberto Pla. In addition his non-Latin work includes gigs with the likes of Bjork, Tanita Tikarem and Kirsty McColl.
Since Davide Mantovani’s arrival in London in 1991, he has built up a solid presence on both live and studio scenes, playing with some illustrious Jazz, World and Pop artists around: Lisa Stansfield, Tony Allen (Fela Kuti), Baaba Maal, Seckou Keita, Zoe Rahman, Jim Mullen, Andy Sheppard, Jason Rebello, Natacha Atlas, Mulatu Astatke, Nana Vasconcelos, Alex Wilson, Kuljit Bahmra, Justin Adams, Cheick Lô, Baseckou Kouyate, Cheo Feliciano, Herman Olivera, Aster Aweke, Jean Toussant (Jazz Messengers), Antonio Forcione and many others.
Guillermo Hill's Acoustic Quartet brings a fresh and innovative approach to latin instrumental music, with groovy rhythms and contemporary harmonies rooted back in South America, but extensively developed in the UK over the years.
Guille is originally from Uruguay, a small country and a melting pot of Brazilian, Hispano American, European and African cultures, which are always present in his original compositions.
He is joined by Steve Lodder from the UK on piano, Nando DeMarco from Brazil on bass, and Andres Ticino from Uruguay on percussion.
