LIVE Thursdays

Classics with Carmen – Thursday 3rd September

The Black Swan Bar
Doors open 6pm / Live music from 7:30pm
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This evening we are delighted to be joined by classically trained singer Carmen Silk, a phenomenal local vocalist who will be treating us to an evening of Classics With Carmen. Delivering an intimate mix of jazz, swing, blues and showtunes, Carmen will take inspiration from artists such as Liza Minelli, Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee and much more. A connoisseur of musical numbers, showtunes and classic cabaret, Carmen has been performing all over the North East for years with a voice that is both silky smooth and beltingly powerful.

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Jacenaite All Crew: From Ella to Ozzy – Thursday 10th September

The Black Swan Bar
Doors open 6pm / Live music from 7:30pm
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Get ready for a musical carousel ride with charismatic Lithuanian singer Julija Jacenaite. Celebrating 35 years on stage, and 15 years in the North East of England, Julija is preparing two exciting sets of her favourite songs. Known for her curiosity to explore and infuse her distinctive jazzy singing to various genres, Julija has collaborated with Latin and hip-hop music artists, led a rock band, opened the concerts of jazz legends Joe Zawinul and Kurt Elling, recorded albums of French chansons and her own compositions.

Jacenaite All Crew unites Newcastle’s jazz heroes Stephen Glendinning (guitar), Paul Grainger (double/electric bass) and emerging performers Murray Oak (keys) and Joe Deans (drums), who together will keep the beat, heat, and groove. It’s the gig you don’t want to miss, as Julija will be performing it all: songs of Ella Fitzgerald, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Diana Krall, Amy Winehouse, Jamiroquai, Erykah Badu, Patricia Kaas, Gil Scott-Heron, Norah Jones, Jill Scott, Mac Miller, Ozzy Osbourne, and more!

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Front Porch Blues – Thursday 17th September

The Black Swan Bar
Doors open 6pm / Live music from 7:30pm
FREE ENTRY

Join the band on the front porch for a laid back, rootsy, acoustic take on classic blues, jazz country and soul. Relaxed and soulful, but always looking to connect these varied styles back to their roots on the dance floor.

Front Porch Blues are a Blues and Swing band made up of dancers, often found playing dances around Newcastle. So come on down and join Anders, Alec, Owen and Jon on guitar, banjo, bass, drums and vocals.

Jazz Café Presents… at The Black Swan

Dayna Dixon – Tuesday 22nd September

The Black Swan Bar
Doors open 6pm / Live music from 7:30pm
FREE ENTRY

Dayna Dixon is a UK-based Nouveau Jazz-Tro artist, blending timeless tunes with vintage vocals. Her rich tone and potent lyrics are delivered with playful,expressive flair. Influenced by Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen and Ella Fitzgerald, she brings a contemporary identity to classic jazz and soul sensibilities.

Rooted in raw, real-life experiences, her sound prioritises real musicianship and rich orchestral arrangements. Drawing inspiration from the scale and sophistication of Bacharach’s big scale compositions, to create an immersive live experience

Jazz Café Presents… at The Black Swan

The Red Kites – Tuesday 29th September

The Black Swan Bar
Doors open 6pm / Live music from 7:30pm
FREE ENTRY

Presenting a hot new jazz ensemble from here in the North East, The Red Kites. This versatile quintet’s repertoire ranges from Great American Songbook standards through Bossa Nova to numbers by the likes of Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane. So join Terry, David, Greg, Martyn and Gerry as they treat you to an evening of live jazz on guitar, keys, drums, bass and sax.

The Red Kites will be joined by guest vocaliust Kathryn Burchett, a regular supporter and singer at our famous Tuesday Jazz Jam

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