Louise Balkwill is an internationally sought after talent with a voice that carries incredible range, soul and precision. She has received the attention of jazz greats and critics, winning awards including the Vivian Prindl Outreach Prize (2017) and first prize  in the vocalist category of Riga Jazz Stage (2022). Composer, singer, lyricist – Louise is an […]

Bandini exudes an unadulterated and untamed energy when he takes the stage. The Troubadour in London aptly labeled him as "the illegitimate offspring of Tom Waits and Cab Calloway." Drawing inspiration from a wide range of influential musicians such as Van Morrison, Dr. John, Tom Waits, and The Clash, Bandini seamlessly blends jazz, blues, rock, […]

Bandini exudes an unadulterated and untamed energy when he takes the stage. The Troubadour in London aptly labeled him as "the illegitimate offspring of Tom Waits and Cab Calloway." Drawing inspiration from a wide range of influential musicians such as Van Morrison, Dr. John, Tom Waits, and The Clash, Bandini seamlessly blends jazz, blues, rock, […]

The incredible Market Trio met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. They have been playing together for a year, regularly gigging at Plaquemine Lock and impressing everyone that has the pleasure of watching them perform! Their influences span Wes Montgomery, Scott Lafaro and Philly Joe Jones. There is no doubt […]

Dominique Durner is a talented blues performer with a unique and authentic vocal technique. A member of the much admired Bourbon and Blues, Dom is able to bring a great selection of blues classics to his performances and is a cherished regular performer at Plaquemine Lock!

Bandini exudes an unadulterated and untamed energy when he takes the stage. The Troubadour in London aptly labeled him as "the illegitimate offspring of Tom Waits and Cab Calloway." Drawing inspiration from a wide range of influential musicians such as Van Morrison, Dr. John, Tom Waits, and The Clash, Bandini seamlessly blends jazz, blues, rock, […]

Louise Balkwill is an internationally sought after talent with a voice that carries incredible range, soul and precision. She has received the attention of jazz greats and critics, winning awards including the Vivian Prindl Outreach Prize (2017) and first prize  in the vocalist category of Riga Jazz Stage (2022). Composer, singer, lyricist – Louise is an […]

The incredible Market Trio met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. They have been playing together for a year, regularly gigging at Plaquemine Lock and impressing everyone that has the pleasure of watching them perform! Their influences span Wes Montgomery, Scott Lafaro and Philly Joe Jones. There is no doubt […]

Double Bass Dan is a musician, performer and song-writer from Hackney, East London, best known for his passionate, joyful and high-energy live performances. A long-time performer at Plaquemine Lock, Dan plays a range of jazzy pop-covers, jazz classics and original material! Performing on Sunday 6th August, he will give you the energy to start your […]

Bandini exudes an unadulterated and untamed energy when he takes the stage. The Troubadour in London aptly labeled him as "the illegitimate offspring of Tom Waits and Cab Calloway." Drawing inspiration from a wide range of influential musicians such as Van Morrison, Dr. John, Tom Waits, and The Clash, Bandini seamlessly blends jazz, blues, rock, […]

Al "Dente" Dunn, a pianist, MD, and arranger, holds these roles within the popular London sextet known as the Cosimo Matassa Project. This musical ensemble draws inspiration from the countless joyous recordings that emanated from the famous J&M Studios of New Orleans during the late '40s, '50s, and '60s. His exceptional playing style is influenced […]

Blues and roots singer/songwriter Niall Kelly, has been touring Ireland with Beautiful South’s Paul Heaton and his sold-out tour. Having recorded an album for Sony, Niall’s proudest achievement is having his music featured on the TV show Killing Eve. He received a four star review for his latest album in MOJO magazine and is a […]

Swing Train 42, a gypsy swing jazz band, brings a unique twist to classic jazz standards by employing the intricate combination of mandolin and guitar. ​ Originally established as a duo in 2016, Swing Train 42 swiftly evolved into a trio, driven by their goal of capturing the essence of the legendary Hot Club De […]

NIA Clarke is a Birmingham born jazz and Neo-soul artist. Inspired by the likes of Sarah Vaughan and Erykah Badu, NIA released her debut EP 41n in 2022, and has since performed at venues such as Ronnie Scott's, 180 House and 91 Living Room. We are very lucky to have her regularly performing at Plaquemine […]

The Joff Watkins duo comprise Joff Watkins on harmonica and vocals and C.J. Williams on  guitar Both have been playing for their instruments for around 35 years and playing gigs for nearly all that that time. Joining bands and playing in pubs and clubs while still in their teens. Joff and C.J. both in the […]

The Joff Watkins duo comprise Joff Watkins on harmonica and vocals and C.J. Williams on  guitar Both have been playing for their instruments for around 35 years and playing gigs for nearly all that that time. Joining bands and playing in pubs and clubs while still in their teens. Joff and C.J. both in the […]

Blues and roots singer/songwriter Niall Kelly, has been touring Ireland with Beautiful South’s Paul Heaton and his sold-out tour. Having recorded an album for Sony, Niall’s proudest achievement is having his music featured on the TV show Killing Eve. He received a four star review for his latest album in MOJO magazine and is a […]

The incredible Market Trio met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. They have been playing together for a year, regularly gigging at Plaquemine Lock and impressing everyone that has the pleasure of watching them perform! Their influences span Wes Montgomery, Scott Lafaro and Philly Joe Jones. There is no doubt […]

The incredible Market Trio met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. They have been playing together for a year, regularly gigging at Plaquemine Lock and impressing everyone that has the pleasure of watching them perform! Their influences span Wes Montgomery, Scott Lafaro and Philly Joe Jones. There is no doubt […]

The incredible Market Trio met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. They have been playing together for a year, regularly gigging at Plaquemine Lock and impressing everyone that has the pleasure of watching them perform! Their influences span Wes Montgomery, Scott Lafaro and Philly Joe Jones. There is no doubt […]

Southern Decadence is an annual celebration in New Orleans that brings together members of the LGBTQIA+ community and it’s allies in a parade and continuous dance parties throughout the city. Attracting hundreds of thousands of party goers each year, Southern Decadence is a staple event in the state of Louisiana.     Our 2023 event […]

Having begun learning the guitar at the age of 15, Davide completed a degree in Jazz Guitar at the G.B. Martini Conservatory of Music in Bologna. With electric blues band Wild Bones, he’s performed all over Italy, from major blues festivals to opening for Moreland & Arbuckle, 24 Pesos, Brian Templeton, Sharrie Williams. In 2013, […]

As part of the Angel Canal Festival 2023, Ten Bells Rag Band will be putting on a lively, upbeat jazz performance outside our lovely pub! Join us for pints and some real NOLA spirit with the help of Ten Bells!!  

UK British Blues Award winner and 4 time European Blues Awards nominee Bex Marshall’s unique style of guitar playing is a combined technique of slide, blues rock, ragtime and roots pickin’. Her voice is a powerful melting pot of old black woman’s heartache and rock diva soul. Bex is a writer of distinction and notability, […]

Blues vocalist/guitarist/songwriter Connor Selby has a had a passion for grassroots music from a young age with a particular admiration for BB King and Ray Charles. Upon releasing his debut album last year, while studying at university, he landed the gig of opening act for The Who as well as Pearl Jam. The passion Connor […]

The cat and wolf are Sophie Loyer on violin and Gavin Pearce on guitar. Sophie and Gavin have played together for the past ten years, at various clubs, restaurants and dance classes. Their influences range from classical to avant-garde, and they play tunes from the Django Reinhardt/Stephane Grappelli catalogue, as well as re-workings of classic […]

Bandini exudes an unadulterated and untamed energy when he takes the stage. The Troubadour in London aptly labeled him as "the illegitimate offspring of Tom Waits and Cab Calloway." Drawing inspiration from a wide range of influential musicians such as Van Morrison, Dr. John, Tom Waits, and The Clash, Bandini seamlessly blends jazz, blues, rock, […]

The cat and wolf are Sophie Loyer on violin and Gavin Pearce on guitar. Sophie and Gavin have played together for the past ten years, at various clubs, restaurants and dance classes. Their influences range from classical to avant-garde, and they play tunes from the Django Reinhardt/Stephane Grappelli catalogue, as well as re-workings of classic […]

Piano from London, Soul from New Orleans. Piano virtuoso Dom Pipkin is one of Europe’s top exponents of New Orleans rhythm and blues. Pipkin breathes new life into the classic funk sounds of The Meters, Dr John, Fats Domino and Professor Longhair, with these influences emerging in his own irresistible songwriting. His classical and sometimes […]

The incredible Market Trio met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. They have been playing together for a year, regularly gigging at Plaquemine Lock and impressing everyone that has the pleasure of watching them perform! Their influences span Wes Montgomery, Scott Lafaro and Philly Joe Jones. There is no doubt […]