What do you get when you cross a Classical composer, Hip-hop producer and a House DJ with a Singer/Songwriter? Answer a Willy Wonka musical emporium of hits by the collective known as PREP.
Cold Fire by PREP – EP Review
Incognito To Play Special Jazz Cafe Concert in Aid of Kenny Thomas’ Daughter
90's Soul singer Kenny Thomas recently revealed the heart-breaking news that his 4 year old daughter Christina has been diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour. Unfortunately the tumour is inoperable so the singer and his wife are looking to seek alternative treatments either in the UK or abroad - however this will cost some £80,000.... Continue Reading →
Musicvein Interviews: Chantae Cann
Her sublime vocals once provided the perfect backdrop for RnB Queen India Arie, collaborated with Eric Roberson and Snarky Puppy but now Chantae Cann takes centre stage as she embarks on her own pilgrimage with album ‘Journey To Golden’ and a pit stop in the UK. MV: Chantae, I’ve just had my feet up chilling out... Continue Reading →
Review: Mario Biondi – Best of Soul
With nine albums under his belt, the magnificent Italian King of Jazz Mario Biondi returned in 2016 with his tenth album 'Best of Soul'. A close follow up to his 2015 offering 'Beyond', Mario presents the listener with 6 new songs on 'Best of Soul' before delving into his back catalogue, plucking out the finest... Continue Reading →
Gig Review: Ady Suleiman Live at Rescue Rooms Nottingham
If you were to ask a bunch of under 30 year old gig goers what music genre they were into, the general consensus would be Indie, Chart music, Rock, RnB, the alternative would say Reggae, Hip-hop very few would say Acid Jazz but when I went to Ady Suleiman's show in Nottingham - I was... Continue Reading →
Mario Biondi – Beyond Tour
Mario Biondi will be back in the UK to promote his latest album 'Beyond' with a concert at Under The Bridge, London, 14 March 2016. Since entering the scene in 2006, the Italian King of Jazz has cemented a strong UK following, firing us up with 'This Is What You Are' before going on to... Continue Reading →
Incognito New Album Set for 2016
If you've wondering when we're gonna hear more soul gratifying tunes from UK Jazz-Funk heavyweights Incognito, wonder no more! News just in is that the band are in and out of the studio recording tracks for the new album due out in Spring 2016 - I'll bring you more news as it hits. In the... Continue Reading →
Musicvein Interviews Damage
It's been over a year since UK Soul group Damage were on the Big Reunion TV show after which a tour followed. Now the lads have been asked to take part in the iconic Jazz Cafe's 25th Anniversary Celebrations. Musicvein caught up with Andrez, Rahsaan, Noel and Jade to talk Big Reunion, New Music and The... Continue Reading →
Send Your Love – A song for Nepal by Incognito
Super-Funky group Incognito have released charity single 'Send Your Love' for the people of Nepal. In a statement released by the group they say they were compelled to use their talents and resources to take immediate action in making the charity single for Nepal. All funds raised through publishing and iTunes sales will be donated to... Continue Reading →
