Karamel Music Festival - Celebrating Musical Diversity, tonight we bring you Kevin Fitzsimmons Quartet ft Leon Greening

Wednesday 17th August 2016

Kevin Fitzsimmons – vocals
Leon Greening – keys
Matt Fishwick – drums
Adam King – bass

Long a fan of Mark Murphy and Mel Tormé, London-born Kevin Fitzsimmons is one of most individual male jazz voices to emerge on the UK jazz scene in recent times and already forging a reputation as a charismatic presence and lyricist/songwriter of quality. His current album was released to critical acclaim and he has sold-out with his band at numerous venues around the UK including many times at Ronnie Scott’s, has several jazz festival appearances under his belt, a concert aired on Jazz FM and has sang at Birdland Jazz Club, NYC.

His distinctive vocals have featured in several TV and radio commercials in UK/Europe and, running alongside his career on the jazz scene, he also fronts a touring Big Band concert about Sinatra’s golden period on the Capitol label.

Fitzsimmons’ unstoppably swinging band – described by Jazzwise as “the cream of UK straight-ahead jazz musicians” – keep the audience on the edge of their seats: award-winning pianist Leon Greening (headliner at festivals including Ronnie Scott’s International Piano Trio Festival – “Catch him when you can” says Jazz Journal International); upcoming bassist Adam King (2015 ‘Young Jazz Musician Of The Year’) and respected jazz drummer Matt Fishwick(“Outstanding” – Jazzwise).
Expect a vibrant programme full of taste and verve, featuring sassy new versions of standards by the likes of Mercer, Jobim, Ellington, Legrand, Porter, alongside new jazz arrangements of classic pop/soul recordings – including The Beatles, Sam Cooke, Billy Preston, Paul Weller – and one or two original compositions (including songs co-written by Fitzsimmons with Jools Holland and UK sax great, Derek Nash) all in the space of a relentlessly entertaining set.

“Lovers of jazz vocal mainstream have another star to follow” (Jazzwise)
“Unique interpretations, superb presence, a brilliant gig” (Moreopinions’ Blog at Jazznights)
“Talent, originality, has that rare vocal skill of total control of all he does”(Grapevine Magazine)
“A thoroughbred jazz singer” (Marlbank)

For more information visit:
- www.jazzwurx.co.uk
- www.youtube.com/watch?v=mljHmM1Dy2I
- www.facebook.com/KevinFitzsimmonsJazzwurx


Doors 7pm | Show 8pm
Tickets £8 on door and in advance (advance tix subj to booking fee)
Online booking - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/369635

Karamel Restaurant
4 Coburg Road
Wood Green
London N22 6UJ

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We have an amazing night lined up for you in our Karamel Music Festival - Celebrating Musical Diversity

Matt Chandler brings his trio to Karamel, featuring Eric Ford on drums and Ross Stanley on Hammond organ.

Matt has worked with a diverse range of artists including Youth (Killing Joke, The Orb), Arno Carstens, Fake?, Poly Styrene and more recently accompanied Ozark Henry on his European tour.

His innovative style is supported by a career that has spanned genres from jazz to punk, folk to electronica.

Based in London, Matt's current projects include jazz group The Matt Chandler Trio with Jason Simpson on double bass and Sophie Alloway on drums, and electro-funk band Pest who regularly play live shows around London and have releases on Ninja Tune records.

In 2009 Matt independently released his debut album “After Midnight” and followed this up in 2011 with his second, “It Goes Like This”.

Awards:
- 2013: International ‘Future Guitar Legend’, sponsored by Eastman Guitars. Matt took the stage with John Pisano in Los Angeles
- 2010: Blue Noize blues guitar competition.
- 2009: Best Newcomer for MC3 Organ Trio, at The Cheltenham Jazz Festival Budvar Brewed Awards

Ross Stanley - Ross’s musical skills have kept him in high demand, seeing him play with jazz names such as Will Vinson, Dennis Rollins, Guy Barker, Joel Frahm, Liane Carroll, Stan Sulzman, Steve Arguelles, John Paracelli, Bobby Wellins, Clark Tracey, as well as being a regular member of the Jim Mullen Organ Trio, the Mark McKnight Organ Quartet and the Jacqui Dankworth band and performing in many small and large ensembles – Nostalgia 77 Octet, The Heritage Orchestra. Ross has also toured with Steve Howe Trio, Deodato and has recorded for Goldie, US3, Trevor Horn and Simply Red among others. Ross is a Hammond endorsee.


Eric Ford - In-demand drummer Eric Ford has been performing with the contemporary jazz trio Partikel, and with vocalist Val Wiseman, as well gigging with top players on the London jazz scene

"Ford's hi-hat snaps and fills, and the precision with which he plays complex patterns...are constantly striking features of this engaging debut.'' - John Fordham, The Guardian


Doors 7pm | Show 8pm
Tickets £8 on door and in advance (advance tix subj to booking fee)
Online booking - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/369634

Karamel Restaurant
4 Coburg Road
Wood Green
London N22 6UJ

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Karamel Music Festival 2016 - Celebrating Musical Diversity

Thursday 4th August 2016: Tjoe Man Cheung Quartet

Guitarist/Arranger/Producer Tjoe Man Cheung brings his quartet to Wood Green.

Born in Hong Kong, now based in the UK, and playing across Rock, Funk, Motown and Jazz, Tjoe brings an exciting musical perspective, infusing his roots into the music he plays.

With two EP's produced celebrating the city of London, expect to hear his experiences and interactions with the metropolis

Musicians line up

Alex Ho - Piano
Currently based in London, Alex Ho has performed in some of London’s most important venues and festivals, including the Purcell Room at Southbank Centre and EFG London Jazz Festival. As a member of the critically acclaimed British pop-rock band Magazine Gap, Alex tours countries including the UK, the United States, Japan, Ireland, China (Hong Kong), Singapore and the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.


Lorenzo Bassignani - Bass
Started his studies with Marco Conti and then at the CIVICA SCUOLA DI JAZZ, MILAN. He then got his jazz degree at TRINITY COLLEGE of MUSIC in LONDON. His professional career started in Italy performing with "NO ONE ELSE GOSPEL CHOIR" and "GREENSLEEVES GOSPEL CHOIR" with which he performed all around Italy (Milano gospel Festival,Conservatoire Verdi, San Remo Gospel Night, Riva Del Garda International Gospel Competition) with some great singers such as Julia St Louis, Barbara Evans, Joyce E Yuille and Junior Robinson. He then moved to London and began performing Jazz / Pop and Soul with Hazel O' Connor, Sara Schralli, Ola Onabule, Crystal Fighters, Benet McLean, Byron Gold, Polly Gibbons, Sara Mitra, Andy Davies, Ivo Neame, Nic France, Nic Svarc, Josephine Daveis, Charlotte James, Tim Giles, Paul Bartholomew, and in various venues such as Tokyo Opera House, 606 Club, Piza Express, Jamboree Jazz Club, Jazz Terrassa, Manchester Jazz Festival, Moleto International Jazz Festival, Varese Open Jazz Festival, Chet Baker Jazz Club Scimmie Jazz Club,the National Theatre, BBC RADIO 3 Loose Ends, The Pigalle Club, NANNING FOLK FESTIVAL.

Florian Haas Schneider - drums


https://soundcloud.com/tjoe-man-cheung
https://www.facebook.com/tjoemusic

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

Tickets £8 on door or advance+b/f available from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/369633

Karamel Restaurant
4 Coburg Road
Wood Green
London
N22 6UJ

Click here for Map

A master of the tenor sax, Mornington Lockett fuses his unique style with Kate William’s graceful and uptempo swing, joined by Stu Butterfield’s highly established beats and a touch of Green’s responsive playing. A quartet not to be missed, this is your weekly dose of smooth and soulful jazz.

Mornington Lockett has been described by Time Out as “one of the country’s most acomplished contemporary improvisers…with a fearsome technique and an advanced harmonic approach” so make sure to catch him at this local gig while you can. Performing alongside him, the equally talented Kate Williams, an elegant player with subtle touches and storytelling vibes. Highly respected and award winning players Dave Green and Stu Butterfield will also be accompanying to complete this quartet.

Mornington Lockett (tenor sax), Kate Williams (piano), Dave Green (bass), Stu Butterfield (drums)

Doors from 6.30pm
Band on Stage 8pm
£8 on door or advance

An undeniably skilled trio brings their unique flair to Jazz at Karamel, with Malcome Earle-Smith leading on trombone and vocals, talented Liam Noble on piano and spontaneous Dave Wickens on drums. Look forward to a night packed full of distinctive grooves and musical surprises from this widely respected and skilled trio.

Macolm Earle-Smith is a multi-faceted jazz musician, highly celebrated in the fields of classic jazz and swing, but also a very accomplished improviser in bop and more contemporary idioms. Joining him is Liam Noble, who has been described as “a brilliant pianist who hardly plays a solo without at least one turn of phrase that brings you to the edge of your seat” John Fordham, The Guardian. With accompaniment from Dave Wickens, bringing his unique approach to drumming yet with a disciplined creative edge.

Malcolm Earle-Smith (trombone, vocals), Liam Noble (piano), Dave Wickens (drums)

Doors from 6.30pm
Band on Stage 8pm
£8 on door or advance

Join us for an entirely free day of family fun - with storytelling, puppets, learning to hula hoop, make some art and a chance to sing along with Mrs H!

12pm – Imagination Station Puppets’ Pirate Party!
Travel back in time with the Imagination Station Puppets back to the time of the Pirates, set sail with us as the hapless and hatless Captain searches for his pirate treasure with his crew of jolly pirates, mermaids and the odd sea monster.

1pm – Learn to Hula Hoop with MeelyHoops!
Meelyhoops will bring hoops-a-plenty to get you spinning and playing in colourful circles. We turn the hoop into whatever we can imagine – steering wheel of a hoopy car, the sunshine, a bowl of hoopy porridge – get your imaginations going – we might even make a hoopy story!

2pm – Mrs H and Her Singalong Band
Mrs H joins us with her intoxicating brand of family music to Karamel. Packed with lots of songs you can sing along and dance to – all generations can join along with the fun!

3pm – Yana Stajno Art Workshop
Join in for some fun art workshops with fine artist Yana Stajno – packed full of colour with lots of chances to draw whatever your imagination tells you to!

3:30pm – Mike Dodsworth Storytelling
Join in for some tales from around the world with Mike Dodsworth – lots of participation guaranteed and stories to make your summer’s day even brighter!

This Thursday, 7th April, multi-award winning Alan Barnes performs alongside some of his favourite musicians and peers. Joining Alan is established and longtime pianist John Critchinson, established bassist Dave Green and Stu Butterfield on drums.

A prolific international performer, composer, arranger, bandleader and touring soloist – we can’t wait to see what Alan brings to our Jazz at Karamel nights. Best known for his work on clarinet, alto and baritone sax, his unique musicianship, indefatigable touring, and warm rapport with audiences have made him uniquely popular in British jazz. He has received over 25 British Jazz Awards, most recently in 2014 for clarinet, and has twice been made BBC Jazz Musician of the Year.

“Barnes, plays music that was radical 50 years ago – hard, urban post-bop – but he infuses it with so much passion and energy you could believe it was minted on the spot, which is always part of the story with jazz.” – John L Waters – The Guardian

Alan Barnes (alto sax), John Critchinson (piano), Dave Green (bass), Stu Butterfield (drums)

DOORS OPEN 7PM, MUSIC STARTS AT 8PM
TICKETS ARE £8 ON THE DOOR

Friday 8th April 2016 see our successful monthly "Gabriel Moreno & Frank Hutson Presents" turn the focus on female performers.

Artists confirmed to play so far:

• Gitta de Ridder will host and play
• Echo Wants Her Voice Back will headline the event (Eleni Skarpari)
• Catherine Rudie will grace us with her voice and modern tunes
• Madelaine Smith will enchant
• Gabi Garbutt will show us what it means to find a unique and uncompromisingly strong musical identity and voice
• Emma Skemp will play heavenly flute
• Penny Dyer & Lana will add classical class
• Hattie Marsh will poison us :) (see her video below)
• Annie and I will kill us with poetry
• Kirsty Allison will resurrect us

Gabriel speaks from the heart, see below:

We are passing over our Gabriel and Frank's monthly music and poetry night to female musicians and poets in the music scene. Because there is too much testosterone in the folk/americana/country/blues and jazz scene, because we think the future is not a male patriach power based tough and emotionless turd affair, because we love the voices and songs of our wondrous female artists and because we celebrate womanhood. If you want to perform, send us a message. Night begins at 8pm as usual. The wondrous Gitta de Rider will be hosting this event organised by female singer songwriters too. We are just helping to spread the word. There will be lush vegan food available and all are welcome. xxx

Frank steps in with facts and figures courtesy of The Association of Independent Music:

'Despite notable female successes in the music industry, research has made it clear that we still have a long way to go before we have gender equality.

61% of those working in the music industry are male*
In areas such as management, promotion and the live sector this imbalance increases, with only 30% of the workforce being female**

Research conducted by the Cultural Leadership Programme found that male leaders in the creative industries outnumbered female leaders by two and a half to one in 2009

Women working within the music industry are more likely to have a level 4, or higher, qualification than their male counterparts, but despite this 47% of women working in music earn less than £10,000 per year (compared to 35% of men).**

http://www.musicindie.com/about/womeninmusic

What a fabulous line-up for this months Soiree it is quite simply out of this world..

Landing safely through Earths atmosphere to delight and entertain us with their legendary punk, anarchist vibes are the one and only - Astronauts...

After a sold out tour and being awarded Vault festivals most popular artist for his one man show Misfit analysis the fabulous Cian will be joining us and taking us on a surrealist journey through his fascinating mind also we have just heard that Cian has landed a leading role in ITV drama 'The Level'.....

Kosmic Troubadour will be keeping the night fueled with Cosmic love, rocking the night with his starry selections of top African beats will be the acclaimed DJ and producer Guy Morley, Society of Imaginary Friends are here to entertain you and we have some gorgeous, surprise guests up our sleeve (we have big sleeves)... please board your rocket ships and set co-ordinates for Kabaret@Karamel, Chocolate Factory 2, Coburg Road, Wood Green N22 6UJ to land on Friday 1st April 2016...

The night is dedicated to our wonderful, kind, supportive, stylish amazing friend Wendy Woo...

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The wee band is the quartet of trumpeter Henry Lowther, guitarist Jim Mullen, bassist Dave Green and drummer Stu Butterfield, and “great” is a fair description of it. They're back at Karamel after a packed night last season, bringing their experienced and melodic tunes.

Founded in 1999, the band has had two albums shortlisted for UK Jazz Record of the Year.

With 2 of the musicians coming from Muswell Hill, this is a great opportunity, to see and support local, and nationally renown, brilliant musicians!

“Perfect small band jazz. Only the very best and most mature musicians can achieve this degree of simplicity, in which every tiny nuance counts” – Dave Gelly, The Observer

DOORS OPEN 7PM, MUSIC STARTS AT 8PM
TICKETS ARE £8 ON THE DOOR

“A Quartet of formidable talents who mean everything they play. A definite contender for record of the year” – Mark Gardner – Jazz Journal.

Henry Lowther (trumpet), Jim Mullen (guitar), Dave Green (bass) and Stu Butterfield (drums)

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Come try our legendary Flat Bread Pizzas in our Time Out award-winning restaurant.

They come loaded with lush toppings and Violife(TM) Mozzarella.

TOPPINGS: Mushrooms, Artichokes, Spinach, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Roast Aubergine, Rocket, Roast Red Peppers, Roast Courgette, & Olives

Create your own combination, or have them all!

We also have Chilli Oil for anyone wanting a bit of fire in their belly.

Other mains available - along with an array of delicious cakes and desserts (all vegan)

Join us to find out just how the impossible becomes the possible!

Chris Mayne brings his colourful, humorous and fast paced magic show involving lots of audience participation to Karamel Kids.

Ideal for all the family – don’t miss out on getting to help make and see some very silly magic happen right before your eyes!

Enjoy a delicious Sunday Roast in our Time Out award winning restaurant.

Runner Up in Time Out’s Most Loved in London Awards 2015

The "best Sunday Roast in London" say the Vegan Spinster Sleuths

We're open for a coffee from 11am.

Roast dinner & all the trimmings served from 1.00pm, all day - and into the evening!

Roast with all the trimmings £11.99*
Dessert £4

* Other mains available too (including gluten-free options)

Organic craft beer on tap, Organic wine & Prosecco, and soft drink

Success Express & EBB combining forces to present an all new line up of exceptional live music talent!

An amazing artist showcase of their very own original music presented in one of North London's most quaint venues, the Karamel Club! There is no venue like it with its boutique and global food and organic and cask ales, and wine menu plus the added bonus of an amazing live music space!

The line up for the evening (one of which you better get yourselves autographs of each artists) consists of:

Hattie Marsh
Michael Kilbey
Michael Baker
Tim De Graaw
Luke Carey
Levent & Taylor

Tickets are £6 for the evening and are available in the link above!

Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start!

Come along and supporting these up and coming superstars - it's sure to be a night to remember!

Justo the Clown brings his silly show to Karamel Kids.

There's lots of chances for you to help out Justo, never failing to raise smiles as he tricks, dips and weaves his way throughout the crowd.

Watch his show stopping trciks as he juggles, tumbles, unicycles and maybe even balances on a mum, dad or even you!

An ideal humourous morning for all the family to enjoy.