Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Alanna & The Qs Wednesday 1st November // 21:00-22:20 Alanna has over 15 years of professional experience as an events performer, session singer and voice over vocalist. She has appeared on BBC1 and BBC Radio 2, as well as being a featured choral vocalist on the Disney’s Cinderella (2015) soundtrack. She has also worked with an array of producers and recording artists globally which most recently includes Ellie Goulding, Sir Tom Jones, Madonna, Damon Albarn (Blur, Gorrillaz), Will Young and Shane Filan (formerly Westlife). Alanna has thrilled guests with her smooth vocals at wedding and corporate events. Alanna & The Qs have performed across London and prestigious venues in the UK with their soulful and rich sound. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 The Brooklyn Shakers Thursday 2nd November // 21.00 – 22.30 Fronted by songbirds Angela and Ezzy, this sassy band’s repertoire combines the energy of James Brown with the attitude of Amy Winehouse. With genres ranging from funk, soul, ska to even New Orleans jazz, and a line-up that has collectively performed alongside the likes of Grace Jones, Kelis, Simply Red and more, they are expert in giving the best sounds of the big stage with a fun and memorable performances. Complete with their three-piece horn section, groovy rhythm section and your favourite tunes, Brooklyn Shakers are a must-see, must-hear ensemble. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Rachel Trio Friday 3rd November // 21:00-23:00 Rachel is a highly experienced and sought after session vocalist who has backed up the likes of HURTS, Giles Peterson, Giovanca and Elshay while featuring on many notable releases across the globe including the Radio 1’s Dev. International gigs included The Palm Dubai, The Venetian Macao and Four Seasons Florence along with some of the biggest venues across London and the UK. Rachel has been entertaining globally for over 5 years and can hold crowds of up to 5000+ for huge New Years Eve events and exclusive celebrity wedding and parties. Rachel and her trio perform an upbeat and exciting set full of modern pop and classic songs. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Florence (7 piece) Friday 3rd November // 23:00-00:20 Florence is a jazz/soul singer with an impressive vocal range inspired from legendary female vocalists such as Aretha Franklin, Eva Cassidy and Martha Reeves. She has supported artists including Katie Melua and Carla Bruni. Her album, A Fool in Love, features authentic jazz/soul, raw grooves and rhythm. Equally at home in the studio or in concert, Florence is a natural performer with a fresh but mature sound. She has performed at a number of top European festivals including: The Isle of Wight festival, 02 Wireless, and Bestival. Florence was also invited by Tom Jones to be his special guest on his European tour, during which she performed to 300,000 people, including 12 arena shows in Britain. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 DJ Jamie Friday 3rd November // 00:20-03:00 Son of legendary David Rodigan, Jamie has been surrounded by music his whole life. His childhood played a pivotal role throughout his life. He was heavily influenced by reggae music from a young age, and his eclectic DJ sets today reflect these musical experiences growing up. His range spans from Rare Groove and House to Jungle and Garage. He is a resident for dancehall night ‘Mudd Up!’ in london, and hosts shows on top urban station ‘Bang Radio’ and ‘Mi Soul’. He has also turned his hand to production, releasing the acclaimed ‘Paranoid Riddim’ on New York’s Dubshot and working with up-and-comers such as a Sara Lugo and Dutchie Gold. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 DJ Ella Saturday 4th November // 12:00-16:00 Ella is a London-based DJ who has built a strong reputation as being one of the cities most sought after DJ’s. Following a highly successful dancing and modelling career having trained at The Royal Ballet School, Ella turned her attention to behind the decks. Ella currently has London residencies at Radio Rooftop and London’s Paravana. She has also performed at many of London’s hottest clubs including ‘Egg’, playing alongside greats such as Nicole Moudaber & Yousef. She has also played at London’s ‘Le Peep Boutique’, Madison, Quaglino’s, Amika, Bluebird, Movida, Mode, Projekt, Lost Society and Lost Angel to name a few. Ella has played for brands such as Arcadia, Topshop, ASOS, Miss Selfridge, M.A.C, Very.co.uk & Next as well as DJing for various celebrities’ private parties. Ella’s DJ sets greatly depend on venue & crowd. Her music is generally a fusion of genres from down-tempo to House & Disco, making her an adaptable party DJ who can adjust her repertoire to suit all ages. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Lorena Dale Trio Saturday 4th November // 21:00-23:00 Energetic, dynamic and full of soul, Lorena is an unforgettable vocalist who knows how to pack a punch. Her powerful vocals and theatrical flair captivate audiences whether it’s a low-key intimate setting or a high-octane concert of festival proportions. Having performed internationally at festivals, corporate and wedding events, and more recently to 18,000 people at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Lorena offers the full package as a charismatic entertainer; a statement supported by her extensive client list, which includes HRH Prince of Wales, Britain & Ireland’s Next Top Model, Make A Wish Foundation and beyond. Currently fronting The Time Frequency, she has delivered powerhouse vocals and performances at their sold out show at the O2 Academy, Glasgow and as the headline act at Stereofunk Festival. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Rosalee (7 piece) Saturday 4th November // 23:00-00:20 Rosalee is a powerful and dynamic pop and rock vocalist who has toured with the likes of Jools Holland, Deacon Blue, Kylie Minogue, Status Quo, Chicane, Ash, and Brit Floyd. Possessing the originality of an artist and the strength of a session vocalist, both live and in live studios, Rosalee has become a well-known figure on the London music scene. Rosalee and her band have a wealth of experience in both intimate parties and large-scale events, most recently performing on the main stage at Twickenham for the Rugby World Cup 2015. The band perform a wide range of repertoire from upbeat chart hits to rock classics. The band can be scaled to size in accordance with the nature of the event. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 DJ Belle Saturday 4th November // 00:20-03:00 Originating from Puerto Rico, DJ Belle clearly brings a Latin spirit while always keeping an uplifting feel good vibe. After 7 years of DJing between London, Ibiza, France, New York & Puerto Rico, DJ Belle’s eclectic style means she can easily perform to any audience. Her sets include anything from disco, house, soul/funk, R&B, hip-hop, 70s, 80s, 90s, Latin and raggaeton to current commercial tracks. Since 2011, DJ Belle has played at some of the most coveted and respected venues and promoters. In 2017 she played for the opening party for Ritual, a series of rooftop daytime parties at Madison featuring acts such as WaFF, Patrick Topping, Noir, Solardo, Sascha, Darious Syrossian and more. Current residencies include Radio Rooftop, Madison, Bounce, 100 Wardour and more. Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 The Bury St Belles Tuesday 21st November // 21.00 – 22.40 The Bury St Belles are Quaglino's resident vocal harmony trio. Taking their inspiration from jazz, blues, soul, swing and bebop, their sound is a unique fusion of classic and contemporary numbers; from Ella Fitzgerald to Pharrell and everything in between. The Belles have performed worldwide for clients such as Rolls Royce, Bentley, Google, Aqua Shard & Chivas Regal and have featured on ‘Made in Chelsea‘ and in ‘Vintage Life Magazine‘. One of the UK’s leading entertainment acts, they are also sought after as an international act, performing worldwide as a trio and with their band, 'The Bass Tones'. So far in 2017, they've taken their vintage style around the world with performances in the Middle East, the Caribbean, Europe and Hong Kong.' Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Young Guns Jazz Quartet Wednesday 8th November // 21:00-22:20 Atila is one of the most versatile, entertaining and talented male jazz singers in modern music. Sartorially stylish and musically classy, his interpretations of the American Songbook are internationally renowned. Atila takes influence from legends like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, and his incredible vocal range can cover everything from Gerschwin to Sammy Davis Jr. The late jazz legend Sir John Dankworth predicted “a very bright future with the possibility of Atila’s name eventually ending up in lights.” Q LIVE NOVEMBER 2017 Natalie Williams Thursday 9th November // 21:00-22.30 In demand vocalist, Natalie Williams has been a veteran of the British jazz and soul scenes for over a decade. Her Ronnie Scott’s residency, Soul Family Sundays has sold out every month for over 10 years. Her two year stint as a lead vocalist in Incognito brought her worldwide acclaim and saw her perform at Festivals throughout the globe. As a lead artist in her own right, Natalie has performed to large audiences at Cheltenham Jazz Festival, Manchester Jazz Festival, Love Supreme Festival and the London Jazz Festival in recent years. Last summer saw her supporting the legendary Herbie Hancock on the Queen Mary 2 crossing from Southampton to New York and her most recent album ‘Kaleidoscope’ was greatly supported by Jazz FM who play-listed her duet with the virtuosic multi- instrumentalist and Grammy winning artist, Jacob Collier, on Billy Joel’s ‘For The Longest Time’.