Ska Reggae Jazz All-Stars + Reggae/Ska DJ (Former Jazz Jamaica/Skatronics)

A new supergroup of Reggae-Ska-Jazz legends come together for an exciting new collective of reggae-ska-jazz classics.

Headed by former Jazz Jamaica guitarist Alan Weekes - Guitar. Born in London of Bajan Parents, Alan Weekes is a trained musician with a Music Degree (Guildhall School of Music & Drama - 1987) as well as a wealth of professional playing experience at the highest levels. His passion for music is equally tempered with his passion as an accomplished educator.

Alan’s guitar style has been an important and influential part of the International and UK music stage since 1975 having been featured at some of the most prestigious festivals and concert venues worldwide. In the early eighties he was involved with the British reggae scene and played on numerous studio sessions – particularly in the ‘Lovers Rock’. He has also appeared on countless television, radio, video and highly acclaimed recordings. His recording credits as a session artiste include music legends like Art Blakey, Jimmy Cliff, Jazz Jamaica, Damian Marley, Jackie Mitto, Courtney Pine, Ernest Raglin, etc…

Known for his soulful rhythmic grooves and alluring solos in a variety of genres such as jazz, blues, reggae, ska, pop and opera, his talent has been in high demand for over 3 decades. With recent (2010) engagements at the world famous Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club he is a real ‘tour de force’ in the jazz music scene.

Credits :Jean Adebambo, Aswad, Art Blakey, Pete Brown, Jimmy Cliff, Sandra Cross, Pee Wee Ellis, Victor Romero Evans, David Lynden Hall, Gregory Issacs, Jazz Jamaica, ANDSkatronics Jamaica ,Jamelia, Clifford Jarvis, Janet Kay, Miss Lou, Damian Marley, Wynton Marsalis, Sugar Minott, Jackie Mitto, Courtney Pine, Maxi Priest, Alan Weekes Quartet, Ernest Raglin, Rico Rodriguez, Skatronics, Dick Heckstall-Smith (DHSS Band), Joss Stone, Caroll Thompson, Jazz Warriors, Trevor Walters,Cleveland Watkiss, Caron Wheeler,Jamie callum,Luciano, The Drifters ,Barrington Levy John Holt, Boy George and many more…

GEORGE KELLY - Vocals

George ‘Gee Force’ Kelly. I am a singer/songwriter that has been practising and performing for 30 years. He has worked with numerous bands and other songwriters that include Alan Weekes (Alan Weekes Quartet), Kyo Brown, Neville Malcolm, Afro Block, Ray Carlos, Cleveland Watkiss, Victor Romero, Janet Kay, Bami Rose, Kenrick Rowe (Jazz Carib), The OGG’s, The 414 Band and many more. Personal achievements include touring with Afro Block and recording for their album. In addition, performing at the famous Jazz Cafe and and currently in the studio working with Johnathan Shorter working on his current album. His latest release is called Sweet Feeling and is available on Spotify and YouTube.

KENRICK ROWE- Drums

Professional drummer and teacher with over 40 years experience. His touring nad playing credits include:THE SPECIALS (WORLD TOUR / 1ST #1 ALBUM) PJ HARVEY (WORLD TOUR / 1ST # ALBUM) ASWAD (BAND MEMBER FOR 12 YEARS) ANNIE LENNOX

MICHAEL BAMMIE ROSE - Tenor Sax

Has played with greats Paul Simon,Jools Holland,Aswad,Cymande,Skatronics

TREVOR EDWARDS - Trombone

Trevor credits include playing with ska reggae groups Aswad,Skatalites,UB40,Wailers,Jazz Jamaica and Top Cats

LANCE ROSE - Bass

Double Bass player who has been on the London jazz scene about 15 years. Plays jazz, blues, ska and reggae. Regular at the Effra with Jamaica Jazz.Regular at the Effra with Errol Linton.Main musical inspiration is my father Michael Bammi Rose.

JONATHAN BAUER - Trumpet

A recent addition to the London music scene, Jonathan Bauer brings his trumpet and style from New Orleans. Most notably for his time with the Grammy Award winning New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, Bauer has performed with Sheila E, Ellis Marsalis, Robert Glasper, and The Lionel Hampton Big Band among others. With an open mind and ears, Jonathan is excited to be a part of this exciting new show.

Carl Gentles - Keys