The Clock Winders’ turn back time with a nostalgic repertoire of swing, jazz and acoustic country music.
Joyous vocal harmonies, bouncing upright bass and mellifluous bop guitar combine to create an enchanting old timey show perfect for bringing out your inner hepcat.
Make time with ‘The Clock Winders,’ featuring the vocals and acoustic guitar of Nina Clark, Sam Dunn on electric guitar, Ben Somers on vocals, upright bass and Simon Roth on drums.
Mark Lockheart- saxes & clarinets
John Parricelli- guitars
This captivating new duo features ingenious UK Jazz legends Mark and John in an intimate setting exploring evocative melodies, soundscapes and grooves. Playing their own original material, as well as reinterpreting some of the modern jazz and pop repertoire, they promise a unique and characteristically fascinating evening of music.
As well as being long-time close friends, Mark and John have collaborated many times over the years, starting off in the 1980s with Loose Tubes, the wildly exuberant, viscerally thrilling and eclectic big band that became the first jazz orchestra to play at the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, as well as appearing on Wogan and Channel 4’s The Tube.
Since the demise of the Tubers, the somewhat telepathic John and Mark have collaborated many times including on John’s beautiful 2000 album Alba, Mark’s 2019 release Days On Earth and more recently Mark’s 2024 recording Smiling, which heavily features the multi-faceted guitar playing of John in a 13-strong band.
Between them they have worked with an extraordinary range of artists including Kenny Wheeler, Dave Holland, Norma Winstone, Lee Konitz, Vince Mendoza, June Tabor, Andy Sheppard, Lars Danielsson, Colin Towns, Mark-Anthony Turnage, Ed Sheeren, Chrissie Hynde, Seal, Thomas Dolby and Radiohead.
Mark’s work as a member of experimental quintet Polar Bear helped to earn the band two Mercury Music Prize nominations as well as (for Held On The Tips Of Fingers) an inclusion in The Guardian’s list of 1000 Albums To Hear Before You Die. A unique stylist, and memorable composer for larger ensembles as well as small groups, he was chosen in 2010 as Jazz Musician of the Year in the Parliamentary Jazz Awards. Jazzwise said “From Loose Tubes to Polar Bear and beyond, Lockheart’s capacity to be ahead of the jazz curve is undeniable.”
A highly inventive soloist, John’s playing also has a flowing, delicate side, as heard on the ACT album Trio last year with bassist Danielsson and trumpeter Verneri Pohjola, Jazz Views declaring: “Parricelli’s guitar has a beautiful, clear tone, each note picked with deliberate precision” The first call for sessions across the board, incredibly versatile John counts performances on numerous film scores among his work, including Skyfall , Lord Of The Rings, Shakespeare In Love, Hunger Games and The Constant Gardener.
Mark’s sax playing and John’s guitar work are of the highest class, and the music is profound and moving” The Musician
Axel Kaner-Lidström is a London-based instrumentalist and composer emerging from the city’s new jazz vanguard. A member of the Tomorrow’s Warriors generation that catalysed artists such as Ezra Collective and Nubya Garcia, Axel’s work sits at the intersection of collective composition and expansive improvisation.
As a driving force behind Levitation Orchestra, he has helped shape a sound rooted in communal authorship and large-ensemble experimentation, positioning himself within London’s ongoing jazz renaissance.
His solo work marks a decisive evolution: a body of music written entirely in his own voice, foregrounding intricate composition while harnessing the city’s most adventurous improvisers. The result is music that is both intimate and expansive: grounded in tradition yet forward-facing in spirit.
Axel Kaner-Lidström - Trumpet
James Mollison - Tenor Saxophone
Jay Verma - Keys
James Wilson - Bass
Will Fry - Congas & Percussion
Harry Ling - Drums
Join Pearl & Toby as Dubplate Pearl & Mr Swing Easy to celebrate Camberwell Connection's 10th anniversary.
Sunday 19th July Jazzlive @ The Crypt, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church Street, Camberwell SE5 8RB.
Needle drops: 19:30. Needle lifts: Midnight. Tickets just £5.
Reggae, soul and jazz all on original vinyl, celebration party style.
Camberwell Connection. Est. 2016.
Kourosh Kanani and Matt Davies are redefining the boundaries of contemporary music by weaving the rich traditions of Iran, India, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Kurdistan into a modern jazz tapestry.
Through Kourosh's deeply expressive guitar work and Matt's innovative use of electronics and rethinking of the drum kit their duo creates a powerful dialogue between important ancient cultural legacies and cutting-edge soundscapes.
Their music is both a tribute to the heritage of these diverse regions and a bold exploration of their modern relevance, offering audiences a mesmerising experience that transcends borders, time, and genre. It's a blend of tradition and innovation, rooted in jazz yet unbound by convention.
During this concert they are joined by Amena Labd a rising star Egyptian singer on the London Jazz scene.
Two of the great names in British jazz guitar come together for a special night at The Crypt.
Jim Mullen’s place in UK jazz history is firmly established. Instantly recognisable for his distinctive sound and effortless command of the instrument, he has been a major presence on the scene for decades. His many honours include a special Honorary Parliamentary Jazz Award in 2017, reflecting the esteem in which he is held by musicians, audiences, and the wider jazz community.
Alongside him is Nigel Price, one of the most admired guitarists of his generation and winner of ‘Best Guitarist’ in the 2026 British Jazz Awards. A player of formidable drive, invention, and swing, Nigel has appeared on more than 50 albums, spent ten years with acid jazz outfit The Filthy Six, performed as part of James Taylor’s jazz-funk band, and made over 600 appearances at Ronnie Scott’s.
Both guitarists know The Crypt well, having performed here many times over the years, and their return promises the kind of close-up, high-energy jazz the venue was made for.
Completing the line-up are two outstanding players: Joel Barford on drums and Conor Chaplin on double bass. With four musicians of this calibre on stage, expect a night of sparkling interplay, hard-swinging grooves, spontaneous exchanges, and more than a little mischief.
“At an age where many musicians might start to slow down, Jim just keeps on going; out there night after night, serving the tune and improvising at the highest level” — UK Jazz News
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.
