We’re adding dates all the time so be sure to check back frequently.
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Mica Paris
Soul Mama (Islington)
Friday, 7th of August
Mica Paris, the acclaimed Queen of Soul in the UK, boasts an illustrious career filled with chart-topping singles and albums. She also enjoys a robust presence in the realms of theatre and television, earning her a special place in the hearts of the public.
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Oli Silk and Mark Jaimes
PizzaExpress Live (Holborn)
Saturday, 8th of August – Sunday, 9th August
They’re usually found accompanying the world’s greatest smooth jazz artists when they play at PizzaExpress Live. But both guys have now got smooth jazz chart successes of their own. And last year they sold out two nights in their own right. In fact, there was a waiting list. So be sure that you don’t miss out this time around. And in addition to the music, of course there’s the banter. Which is always ruthless and nonstop.
Also playing will be Orefo Orakwue on bass, Westley Joseph on drums, and introducing Simply Red’s musical director Ian Kirkham on sax.
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Dee Lucas
PizzaExpress LIVE! (Holborn)
Thursday, 3rd of September 2026
Contemporary jazz saxophonist Dee Lucas has carved a distinctive niche as one of the most consistent and versatile artists in the genre. With a career spanning over two decades, Lucas blends soulful melodies, rich harmonies, and smooth grooves that reflect both passion and precision. His sound is rooted in contemporary jazz but is boldly flavored with R&B, gospel, and funk influences, making his music both accessible and artistically authentic.
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Omar
Soul Mama (Westfield, Stratford)
Thursday, 3rd – Saturday, 5th of September
Omar’s enviable career – which has seen him sell millions of records – first started taking shape more than 20 years ago, when his debut single for indie label Kongo Dance made him a hot name on London’s underground. For Pleasure, on which he worked with legendary Motown producers Leon Ware and Lamont Dozier, notching up critical acclaim and introducing him to several more of his musical heroes and heroines.
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Gregg Karukas
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho)
Friday, 18th of September – Saturday, 19th of September 2026
Grammy winning keyboardist Gregg Karukas has 12 solo CDs to his name. He also has a list of collaborations that reads like a who’s who of the music industry. Gregg has been music director to Boney James and Dave Koz and has many smooth jazz number ones to his name. He was also one of the founding members of The Rippingtons.
Playing with him will be Mark Jaimes on guitar, Miki Ramon on sax and Westley Joseph on drums. Bass player to be announced.
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Najee
Soul Mama (Westfield, Stratford)
Friday, 18th of September – Saturday, 19th of September 2026
Smooth Jazz and R&B. A diverse musical experience. Najee will play music highlighting his extensive career which includes his grammy nominated platinum selling records spanning 3 decades as well as his newest project “Under The Moon Over The Sky”, which features Regina Belle, Will Downing, Eric Roberson and others.
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Jazmin Ghent
Soul Mama (Westfield, Stratford)
Wednesday, 14th of October
Jazmin Ghent-Jackson, Ph.D., is an award-winning international jazz saxophonist and educator, rapidly becoming a leading voice in contemporary jazz, R&B and gospel. Her rise began in 2014 at the Smooth Jazz Cruise’s Show Your Talent competition. Ghent’s third album, The Story of Jazz, earned her a prestigious NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Jazz Album in 2019, and her fourth, Forever Jaz, garnered another nomination in 2022. She has also been recognized by the Smooth Jazz Network, earning Best Artist of the Year nominations and winning Best New Smooth Jazz Artist in 2017.
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Dave Koz & Friends (Marc Antoine, Steve Cole & Rebecca Jade)
Indigo at the O2
Friday, 16th of October
Dave Koz & Friends — with guitarist Marc Antoine, saxophonist Steve Cole, and special guest US vocalist Rebecca Jade, whose phenomenal performances on the Dave Koz Cruise and across the US smooth jazz festival scene have earned her a devoted international following.
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Pieces Of A Dream
Soul Mama (Westfield, Stratford)
Saturday, 31st of October – Sunday, 1st of November
Pieces of a dream emerged out of Philadelphia’s music scene in 1976. The group based their name on “Pieces of Dreams,” a cover tune by Stanley Turrentine that the group performed. After quickly becoming popular around Philadelphia, the trio landed a spot as the house band for a local television show called City Lights.
