Jon Amor

Sat 31 OctDoors 20:00

The MkII: Halloween @ The Butler

The Butler · Reading

The full 8-piece band – horns , Hammond and everything – with a Saturday night of classic 60s soul from the vaults of Stax, Atlantic, Motown et al with a smattering of Northern Soul gems. All live. Glad rags on and dance like we're all doing it as well. DJs to carry on the flavour before and after the band, like a great club night with a live band in the middle. As an added extra, we'd like a proper old-school 7-inch live EP so, we're going to be recording this one! Hopefully, we end up with a cracking little piece of vinyl we can all point at later and say, "We were there!". The Butler is doing the full Halloween 'thing' across the rest of the pub. We've said 'Your side = fancy dress – our side = just dress fancy'. Feel free to get all Witches & the Warlock on your outfit if that's your thing but, you know… don't feel obliged. (I won't be - Rich)

Gigs

Fri 20 NovDoors 19:30

Hamilton Loomis

The Butler · Reading

Hamilton Michael Loomis (born November 1, 1975) is an American electric blues guitarist, singer, songwriter, and record producer.[1][2]One of his eight albums released to date, Ain't Just Temporary, peaked at number 7 in the Billboard Top Blues Albums Chart in September 2007.[3] In describing Loomis' musical style, Guitar Player magazine once stated, "if blues, soul, and rock can be said to form a triangle, you’ll find Hamilton Loomis right in the centre of it"

GigsFolkBlues

Sat 16 Jan 2027Doors 18:30

TAYLOR MORE SWIFTLY

The Butler · Reading

Taylor's songs but much quicker, covered by a pop punk ska punk band.

Gigs

Fri 18 DecDoors 17:00

DJ Nights: Mi-Soul Radio Christmas

Boisdale of Canary Wharf · London

Dinner & Table Reservations from 5pm. DJs from 7pm-2am Boisdale has Jools Holland as Patron of Music, a live programme that runs seven nights a week and a NEXO sound system installed because the music demands it. Mi-Soul Radio has Gordon Mac MBE, Kiss FM in its DNA and thirty years of soul, house and R&B running through everything it does. On Friday nights the two come together on the first floor and the result is exactly what you would hope for. The selectors rotate through the Mi-Soul roster each week, which keeps the sets fresh without ever dropping the standard. Deep soulful house one Friday, classic R&B the next, but always played by someone who has a genuine relationship with the music rather than a playlist and a laptop. Start on the heated terrace with a cocktail overlooking Cabot Square, move inside when the night builds and let the sound system do the rest. First Floor Bar & Heated Garden Terrace Nestled in Cabot Square and overlooking the fountain with the Canary Wharf skyline beyond, the first floor bar and heated garden terrace is a destination in its own right. Fine wines, premium spirits and expertly crafted cocktails, with a selection that covers everything from rar...

Gigs

Fri 18 DecDoors 17:00

Mica Paris

The Jazz Cafe · London

GigsSoulFunk & R&B

Fri 18 DecDoors 17:30

Jazz At St Andrews presents; Christmas Special

St Andrews Church · Hove

In what has become a cherished St Andrew’s tradition, we once again ring in the festive season with a joyful evening of swing, seasonal cheer, and perhaps a carol or two with a jazzy twist! Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with mince pies and mulled wine served to get everyone in the holiday spirit. This end-of-year celebration is hosted by trumpeter Chris Coull, joined by the soulful vocals of Sara Oschlag and the powerhouse sound of the 16-piece Brighton Mafia Big Band. A perfect way to wrap up the concert year — we hope you and your loved ones can join us for this sparkling musical finale.

GigsJazzLatin

Fri 18 DecDoors 18:00

Brandenburg Concertos at Christmas (6pm)

St Mary Le Strand · London

Enjoy an exceptional concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand Church.

GigsClassical