A gig held at The Jam Jar on Wednesday 23rd April. The event starts at 20:00.
Ear Trumpet Presents: Knats, Standing Show at The Jam Jar, Little Ann BS2 9EB - Ages 18 +
Knats, a quintet led by two lifelong best mates from Newcastle Upon Tyne, Stan Woodward (Bass) and King David-Ike Elechi (Drums), alongside their younger sidekick and virtuoso Trumpeter, Ferg Kilsby, making Geordie Jazz with sophisticated arrangements, strong melodies and danceable grooves. After moving to London at the end of 2022, Knats took London by storm playing a sold out Jazz Refreshed headliner, supporting Str4ta at Jazz Cafe and performing for the BBC proms; as well as working with the likes of Geordie= Greep, Eddie Chacon, Tom Ford and Anatole Muster. Now signed to Gearbox Records, Knats are set to release their debut album in 2025.
Fantastic Stranger
Fantastic Stranger is an explosive sax trio, boasting ferocious riffs and tender melodies with a hefty dose of improvisation. Fittingly under the ever-expanding umbrella of UK jazz, Fantastic Stranger aren’t afraid to get their feet wet—stepping out into post-rock, trip-hop, and everything in between.
Ollie Grant’s (drums) original compositions are complemented by the versatility of Dave Colebourn on saxophone and Zach Bartlett on bass.
In their deepest indulgences, their emotive, intentional playing serves up undeniably infectious performances.
Their creativity has evolved onstage at prestigious venues like Bristol Beacon, The Gallimaufry, and The Jam Jar, allowing them to explore collaboration—catching the eye of Theon Cross (Sons of Kemet).
Highlights of 2024 include sharing a bill with Mercury-nominated Corto Alto and opening for heavyweights in their field, 137, made up of the minds behind Polar Bear, Get The Blessing, and Portishead.
eartrumpet
Entry requirements: 18+
Knats, a quintet led by two lifelong best mates from Newcastle Upon Tyne, Stan Woodward (Bass) and King David-Ike Elechi (Drums), alongside their younger sidekick and virtuoso Trumpeter, Ferg Kilsby, making Geordie Jazz with sophisticated arrangements, strong melodies and danceable grooves. After moving to London at the end of 2022, Knats took London by storm playing a sold out Jazz Refreshed headliner, supporting Str4ta at Jazz Cafe and performing for the BBC proms; as well as working with the likes of Geordie= Greep, Eddie Chacon, Tom Ford and Anatole Muster. Now signed to Gearbox Records, Knats are set to release their debut album in 2025.
Fantastic Stranger
Fantastic Stranger is an explosive sax trio, boasting ferocious riffs and tender melodies with a hefty dose of improvisation. Fittingly under the ever-expanding umbrella of UK jazz, Fantastic Stranger aren’t afraid to get their feet wet—stepping out into post-rock, trip-hop, and everything in between.
Ollie Grant’s (drums) original compositions are complemented by the versatility of Dave Colebourn on saxophone and Zach Bartlett on bass.
In their deepest indulgences, their emotive, intentional playing serves up undeniably infectious performances.
Their creativity has evolved onstage at prestigious venues like Bristol Beacon, The Gallimaufry, and The Jam Jar, allowing them to explore collaboration—catching the eye of Theon Cross (Sons of Kemet).
Highlights of 2024 include sharing a bill with Mercury-nominated Corto Alto and opening for heavyweights in their field, 137, made up of the minds behind Polar Bear, Get The Blessing, and Portishead.
eartrumpet
Entry requirements: 18+
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