Ashley Slater's Heptet

Ashley Slater, UK funk and jazz legend, is back with a brand new band to wow you.

This six-piece powerhouse is built around blistering Czech Hammond wizard Jan Korinek and drum star Oli Lipenský, joined by Ashley on trombone and vocals, Filthy Six trumpeter Nick Etwell, Brighton tenor hero Julian Nicholas, and the hardest-working baritone in showbiz, Nichola Pope.You’ll know Ashley from Loose Tubes, Microgroove, Freak Power, Big Lounge and Kitten and The Hip.

After accidentally emigrating to Germany five years ago, he’s thrilled to return with this shiny new sonic gem.Think Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker, but with more mischief.

Or as Ashley puts it: Gerry Mulligan with better drugs.Expect tunes from Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder, Benny Golson, Grace Jones, Freak Power and Big Lounge, plus originals.

Bring your voice, and maybe some spoons.