The Sam Every (little) Big Band - Queens of Soul

Join us for an unforgettable night with The Sam Every (little) Big Band, where we pay tribute to the legendary Queens of Soul! 🎤✨

This exciting performance features iconic hits from brilliant artists like Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Whitney Houston, and many more, spanning from the 60s to today. Get ready to dance the night away to vibrant new big band arrangements of your all-time favorite chart-toppers, reimagined by one of the most electrifying big bands on the scene.

Since their London club debut in 2019, The Sam Every (little) Big Band has set the stage on fire with a 100% sell-out record at all their jazz club performances. 🌟 With regular appearances at the Pizza Express Jazz Club in Soho and multiple sold-out shows at the world-famous Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and Royal Albert Hall, they have made significant waves in the UK jazz scene.

This project-based band showcases unique sets in entirely original arrangements, featuring acclaimed UK vocalists including the award-winning Emma Smith, Iain Mackenzie, and Katie Birtill. Additionally, they frequently headline at major music festivals like the Twinwood Music Festival in Bedfordshire.

In 2025, the band embarked on their second UK tour, with additional funding from Arts Council England, performing innovative reimaginings of everything from guilty pleasures to TV themes at iconic venues such as the Eastside Jazz Club in Birmingham and Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

Their participation in the EFG London Jazz Festival includes opening the festival for Pizza Express Jazz Club in 2023 and headlining in 2024. 🎶🌍 During the 2020 lockdown, they remotely recorded a 5-track Christmas EP titled “Christmas Is Here,” which garnered critical acclaim and received airtime across major networks including BBC Radio.

As Malcolm Edmonstone, an internationally renowned arranger, notes, “[EVERY] offers a quality of writing, performance, and production far beyond his years.”

To enhance your evening, don’t miss the SOUL MAMA Menu, offering a delightful mix of African, Caribbean, and South American cuisine, recognized by the Evening Standard as one of the top restaurants to look forward to in 2024. 🍽️🌍 Explore the full menu here!

Prepare for a night filled with soul, rhythm, and exceptional talent! 🎷🎶