‘An impassioned and versatile artist’ The Guardian
The multi-award winning Ian Shaw and his 8-piece band opens our long weekend of jazz. They are performing songs from Greek Street Friday (Silent Wish Records), which reflect Ian’s lifelong love of people and places, and echo the highs and melancholy poetry of city living. Co-written and produced by Jamie Safir (Will Young, Mica Paris, Birdy, Kylie Minogue), there’s a lyrical fearlessness that echoes Bowie, Bernie Taupin, Billy Joel, Tom Waits and Joni Mitchell. The music is fresh, bluesy and funky.
Ian Shaw Vocals
Jamie Safir Piano/keys
Conor Chaplin Basses
David Preston Guitars
Alex Haines Slide guitar
Ian Thomas Drums
Matt Kent Guest/backing vocals
Polly Gibbons Guest/backing vocals
Mica Townsend Guest/Backing Vocals