Six date UK tour kicks off during Black History Month – with special guests and immersive visuals. Nu Civilisation Orchestra presents What’s Going On: Celebrating Marvin Gaye’s iconic album… 50 years on, the struggle continues… In partnership with the grandest music venues and organisations around the UK, and funded by Arts Council England National Lottery Funds, the six date UK …
RIP Peter Ind (1928-2021)
We have lost a Lord of the lower frequencies. The bassist of choice for Lennie Tristano, Roy Eldridge, Colman Hawkins, Lee Konitz, Warne Marsh, and one of the first to play a solo Jazz bass concert. He started an artist-run label, Wave records, and was a teacher, a painter, a writer… He is gone. Unbelievable …
Gary Crosby Receives The Queen’s Medal for Music 2018
Gary Crosby OBE has been announced as the recipient of The Queen’s Medal for Music 2018, making him the first-ever jazz musician to receive this prestigious award. Previously awarded to classical composers and musicians, this is also the first time the honour has been given to an individual of colour. He accepted the award in person today at …
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Jazz Jamaica All Stars: The Trojan Story
Gary Crosby presents the sensational Jazz Jamaica All Stars with special guests Brinsley Forde (Aswad), Noel McKoy and rising vocal stars, Dem Three. THE TROJAN STORY is a spectacular live concert chronicling 50 years of the legendary label and artists of Trojan Records. There will be three performances – on Thursday 20 September, Royal Festival …
Gary Crosby stroke update: ‘Tsunami of Love’ on his road to recovery —
A message from Janine Irons MBE, Gary’s partner and co-founder/CEO of Tomorrow’s Warriors: I wanted to reach out to all those who have been so kind to get in touch and/or visit us following Gary’s stroke on 29 January. Since announcing the news, we have been bowled over by what can only be described as […] …
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Gary Crosby on the way to recovery following a stroke on Monday 29 January 2018
Gary Crosby OBE, Artistic Director of Tomorrow’s Warriors and Jazz Jamaica suffered a stroke on Monday 29 January 2018 just a few days after celebrating his birthday with family and friends. via GARY CROSBY ON THE WAY TO RECOVERY FOLLOWING A STROKE ON MONDAY 29 JANUARY —
Gary Crosby, Tomorrow’s Warriors + alumni shortlisted for six Parliamentary Jazz Awards! —
WOW! Tomorrow’s Warriors and loads of our TW Family shortlisted for 6 of the 2017 Parliamentary Jazz Awards! #proud via Tomorrow’s Warriors + alumni shortlisted for six Parliamentary Jazz Awards! —
Music Industry honours for Gary Crosby
The British Association of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (BASCA) has bestowed high honours on Gary Crosby with one of its Gold Badge Awards. The 44th Gold Badge Awards are presented by BASCA and sponsored by PPL and PRS for Music. The awards celebrate the unique contributions of twelve very special individuals who have supported or inspired …
Fri 23.12.16 Deck the halls + let’s get this party started!
Fri 23.12.16 | Deck the halls and let's get the Jazz Jamaica Christmas party started at The Hideaway!
EFG London Jazz Festival with Steve Williamson and Tomorrow’s Warriors
This festival I'm looking forward to playing a rare gig with my long-time friend, the unique and highly distinctive saxophonist, Steve Williamson as part of a Tomorrow's Warriors Takeover at The Cockpit, London. We're being hosted by JazzFM presenter, Jez Nelson - also a great friend - who has put on an extra date in …
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