EFG London Jazz Festival: Spice Jazz Soho: The Jazz Defenders
Crazy Coqs Cabaret, W1F 7ED , [Venue Details]The Jazz Defenders are one of the UK’s most exciting and distinctive jazz groups, known for their infectious energy, rich sound, and deep musical roots.
Led by acclaimed pianist and composer George Cooper, the band channels the legacy of the golden era of Blue Note Records – not by imitation, but through a bold collection of original compositions that honour the tradition while blazing a fresh and contemporary trail.
Their sound is built on irresistible grooves, razor-sharp horn lines, and a joyful sense of swing. Blending soul jazz with hip hop, funk, and cinematic influences, The Jazz Defenders create music that’s gritty, groovy, and full of swagger – equally at home on the dance floor as it is in a listening room.
They have ignited audiences at sold-out shows at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and other top venues across the UK and Europe, earning a reputation for electrifying live performances and world-class musicianship. Two of their albums have reached the top ten in the USA jazz charts, and they’ve been championed on air by Jamie Cullum, Lauren Laverne, Craig Charles, Jazz FM, and hundreds of other radio stations around the world.
The Lineup:
- Jake McMurchie – tenor sax
- Quentin Collins – trumpet
- George Cooper – piano/keyboards
- Will Harris – double/electric bass
- Ian Matthews – drums
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Admission: £20.00
Performer name: The Jazz Defenders
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EFG London Jazz Festival: Spice Jazz Soho: The Jazz Defenders
Saturday, 14 Nov 2026 @7.00pm
Crazy Coqs Cabaret, W1F 7EDMore Information
The Jazz Defenders are one of the UK’s most exciting and distinctive jazz groups, known for their infectious energy, rich sound, and deep musical roots.
Led by acclaimed pianist and composer George Cooper, the band channels the legacy of the golden era of Blue Note Records – not by imitation, but through a bold collection of original compositions that honour the tradition while blazing a fresh and contemporary trail.
Their sound is built on irresistible grooves, razor-sharp horn lines, and a joyful sense of swing. Blending soul jazz with hip hop, funk, and cinematic influences, The Jazz Defenders create music that’s gritty, groovy, and full of swagger – equally at home on the dance floor as it is in a listening room.
They have ignited audiences at sold-out shows at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and other top venues across the UK and Europe, earning a reputation for electrifying live performances and world-class musicianship. Two of their albums have reached the top ten in the USA jazz charts, and they’ve been championed on air by Jamie Cullum, Lauren Laverne, Craig Charles, Jazz FM, and hundreds of other radio stations around the world.
The Lineup:
- Jake McMurchie – tenor sax
- Quentin Collins – trumpet
- George Cooper – piano/keyboards
- Will Harris – double/electric bass
- Ian Matthews – drums
Admission: £20.00
Performer name: The Jazz Defenders
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