Emma-Jean Thackray

Line-up: EMMA-JEAN THACKRAY – trumpet, vocalsDOUGAL TAYLOR – drumsLYLE BARTON – keysMATT GEDRYCH – bass

Multi-dimensional Mercury Prize nominee, multi-instrumentalist and producer Emma-Jean Thackray presents Dear Miles – A Love Letter, performed live for the very first time. Taking inspiration from Miles Davis’s electric era, this new project pushes further into electronic territory, with beat-driven re-imaginings that blur the lines between jazz improvisation and dance music culture.

Described by The Guardian as “a crossover star”, Emma-Jean Thackray moves effortlessly between jazz, soul, pop, funk and electronic worlds. This new live project follows her acclaimed album Weirdo, which was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and marked a powerful, deeply personal statement from one of the UK’s most original artists.

A celebrated live performer, Thackray is known for fearless creativity, virtuosic musicianship and genre-defying sets. Expect a bold, immersive performance that honours the spirit of Miles Davis while pushing her sound into new, electrifying territory.

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