Outrageously funky British acid jazz outfit Incognito celebrated their 35th Anniversary in 2014 with the release of their 16th studio album, Amplified Soul. Critically acclaimed, and deservedly so, featuring hard-grooving dance numbers and sweet slow burners with jazz, Latin and disco leanings, it proved that the band have lost none of their old spark. One year on they’re still on fine form.
Led by guitarist Jean-Paul "Bluey" Maunick, who cofounded the group back in 1979, the current incarnation features Vanessa Haynes, Katie Leon and longstanding member Tony Momrelle, on vocals (with the odd feature for Bluey himself), a rhythm section anchored by drummer Francesco Mendolia and fiery percussionist João Caetano and a top flight horn section bolstered by session monster Nigel Hitchcock on sax.
Though they’re playing two shows a night for four nights, they’re hugely popular with the Ronnie Scott’s crowd, so don’t hang around if you want a ticket.
| What | Incognito, Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club |
| Where | Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London, W1D 4HT | MAP |
| Nearest tube | Tottenham Court Road (underground) |
| When |
07 Oct 15 – 10 Oct 15, Wed/Thurs: 7.30-10.15 pm, Fri/Sat: 8.15-11.15 pm |
| Price | £30 - £55 |
| Website | Click here to book via the Ronnie Scott’s website |
