Double Bill: Impossible Conversations & Lucas Walters Quartet

Impossible Conversations

“The next generation making their mark on the jazz continuum” – Music Spoken Here

“Impossible Conversations are a young band full of energy and enthusiasm who seem to have absorbed all of the classic jazz fusion repertoire and given it their own twist” – Garry Corbett Jazz photographer 

Impossible Conversations is a dynamic jazz ensemble that blends the deep roots of traditional jazz with the bold sounds of contemporary music. Drawing on influences ranging from iconic legends such as Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock, to modern trailblazers like Kamasi Washington and Yussef Dayes, the band crafts a unique sonic landscape that resonates with both jazz purists and adventurous new listeners alike.

The interplay between the trumpet and sax often recalls the dynamic energy of classic frontline duos, yet the compositions move fluidly into improvisations which never lose their strong melodic content. The rhythm section, anchored by the steady pulse of the drums, bass and keyboard, provides a foundation that both propels and complements the melodies, creating a truly collaborative musical experience.

Each performance by Impossible Conversations feels like an open dialogue between the band members, with each player contributing their own voice to the conversation. Their improvisational skill and chemistry are central to their live shows, where no two performances are ever the same. Whether they’re reinterpreting a jazz standard or creating something entirely new, the band thrives on the spontaneity and unpredictability that defines the genre.

Line up
Louis Hamilton-Foad – drums
Gabriel Amann – trumpet
Alex Smith – keyboard
Sam Shape – bass
Ben Carter – saxophone

Lucas Walters Quartet

Influenced by a wide variety of musicians, from the likes of pianists McCoy Tyner, Ahmad Jamal, and Stevie Wonder to modern jazz musicians such as Robert Glasper, Ashley Henry, Marquis Hill, and Yussef Dayes. Lucas’s musical style blends rich jazz harmonies with upbeat tempos, creating a modern jazz fusion experience that captivates audiences. Performing a mix of original compositions and modern covers of well-known songs, reflecting his jazz roots while embracing contemporary influences.

Line up
Lucas Walters – piano
Jamie Sykes – drums
Jack Benjamin – bass
Dominique Simone – vocals

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