Primo Bar London - What's On Guide November & December 2014

What’s On

November 2014 December 2014

CONTENTS 01 Introduction 02 Behind The Scenes

03 November Events 16 Cocktail Of The Month

17 Interview With... Henrietta Adewole 21 December Events

36 Gallery 37 Contact

PRIMO BAR Masterful cocktails, chic design and the hottest local entertainers on the bar’s own stage make Primo Bar one of the trendiest places to see and be seen. The live bands performing every night provide the best selection of classical tunes from Soul to Pop, Jazz or Bossa Nova. Guests can enjoy a vast range of cocktails hand-crafted by a talented team of mixologists using the freshest ingredients.

For stunning views of Big Ben, guests may reserve seating in the bar’s exclusive VIP area. This contemporary London bar on the South Bank is ideally located near the London Eye, Houses of Parliament, National Theatre and the Royal Festival Hall.

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Didier Agueh

Executive Host and Artistic Director

Here we are! It’s the final run towards the end of a year full of excitement, challenges andsuccessful achievements. Over the past few years, Primo has become one of South Bank’s hottest spots to enjoy great cocktails and listen to live music.

This year we’ve had many talented singers, bands and performers. We were even delighted to see some of them going far in national TV competitions such as X Factor or The Voice UK. Winter is here now and even though the weather is getting colder, London is still buzzing with life and offering great events for people to go to.

Here are some of my favourite things to do this winter: Get into the festive spirit on the South Bank’s Christmas market, or get your ice skates on at some of London’s coolest ice rinks!

Finally, I really wanted to thank all the artists for their hard work and commitment to make PRIMO one of London’s rare venues where you can listen to quality live music for free throughout the week. But above all I wanted to thank all our guests who have joined in to celebrate this successful venue.

Wishing you all a great Christmas and a happy end to the year!

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Oliver Bleckmann Bar Manager

I have recently joined Primo bar team after 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry working in a variety of venues in England and abroad.

I share the vision of Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London of surprising and delighting our Zvaluable guests. My team of amazing mixologists and caring lounge attendants are working hard to make you feel relaxed at any time of the day. Our cocktail of the month for November is a Grapefruit Sour providing a welcome boost for this cold time of the year.

You will find the recipe on page 16. Our December cocktail is a delightfully warming Orange Marmalade Martini. If you are joining us for an expertly prepared artisan tea or an innovative cocktail I look forward to welcoming you to PRIMO Bar this winter.

November Events M

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Soul Night / Zalon

Beautiful Sundays / Gene Taylor

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New Talents / Soulstar

New Talents / Henrietta Adewole

Brazilian Vibe / Divyarup

Ladies Night

On The Sofa / Showcase

We Love / Michael Jackson

Beautiful Sundays / Josephine Desmond

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New Talents / Jesse Gamage

New Talents / Louise Golbey

Brazilian Vibe / Los Soneros

Showcase / Dropout UK Live

A Kind Of Magic / Magical Bones

Night Out / Leslie Phillips

Beautiful Sundays / Youdid

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New Talents / Kate Threfall

New Talents / SJ

Brazilian Vibe / Rossana Brandi

Showcase / Sophie Morgan & Charlie Brown

We Love/ Abba

We Love/ Amy Whinehouse

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Beautiful Sundays / Stefania Arcieri

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New Talents / Kristin

New Talents / The Siboney Duo

Swing Latino

Showcase / Dropout UK Live

Night Out / Valentina CX

Night Out / All Covered Up

Jazz Across the Bridge / Renato D’Ailleo & Friends

Artists confirmed are subject to last minute changes or cancellations.

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Saturday

1 November 2014

Sunday

2 November2014

Monday

3 November 2014

Beautiful Sundays

New Talents

From 9pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Zalon

Gene Taylor

Soulstar

Zalon is a soulful singer, making you fall in love with music again. Many recognise him as the lead backing vocalist to Amy Winehouse, contributing to the phenomenal platinum success, historical five Grammies win, plus an accolade of awards. Singing a l o n g s i d e s o m e o f t h e w o r l d ’s biggest artists, has led him to being photographed and interviewed by the media all over the world. Watch out for Zalon’s album co-produced with Grammy winner Mark Ronson releasing later this year.

The Gene Taylor Trio plays well-known favourites and enduring classics carefully selected from The American Songbook and the jazz standard repertoire.

The trio of leading young musicians from the UK jazz scene have worked at the top levels of the music industry in the UK and internationally. Music has taken them to many of the great venues, concert halls, stadiums, festivals and studios across the world.

Soulstar are a fresh acoustic duo giving an original twist to contemporary and classic tunes.

Katy and Paul are successful musicians in their own right and have been in high demand as a duo for years.

Soul Night

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As a vocal and guitar collaboration, recent years have seen Soulstar travel to venues of all sizes across the globe.

Tuesday

4 November 2014

New Talents A Kind of Magic

Wednesday

5 November 2014

Brazilian Vibe

Thursday

6 November 2014

Ladies Night

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 6pm

Henrietta Adewole

Divyarup’s Latin Band

Ladies Night

Henrietta is a singer/songwriter with a huge vocal and outstanding tone. Her voice consists of Soul, Jazz and Bluesy elements, which make her even more unique. Her voice emulates the likes of old school singers.

Henrietta made it to the 2014 live semi finals of Britain’s Got Talent and impressed Simon Cowell with her “World class performance”.

Since the competition Henrietta has been in high demand and performed all around London.

Divyarup’s Latin Band is a lively three piece band playing original samba, bossa nova, baiao, funk and Latin jazz. They have all gained experience having performed at a variety of venues in London and worldwide. Divyarup has recently been nominated at the Brazilian International Press Awards for his album Tempo de Luz recorded in Brazil with well known artists including Bocato, Sergio Bello and Madan.

Divyarup’s Latin Band will bring joy and celebration!

Every first Thursday of the month exclusively for women from 6-9pm: - Live DJ and Entertainment - Great cocktail selection from £4.00 - FREE Mini Mandara Spa treatment Perfect for fun and relaxed after work drinks with friends or if you wish to promote your brand or services in a stylish and more relaxed environment feel free to contact us for additional information. Info and reservations: didier@pphe.com.

This is certainly a girly night out not to miss!

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Friday

7 November 2014

On The Sofa...

Saturday

8 November 2014

We Love...

Sunday

9 November 2014

Beautiful Sundays

From 8pm

From 9pm

From 8pm

Ont’ Sofa

Michael Jackson

Jojo Desmond

Ont’ Sofa is a new music video channel and production company creating content for the online generation. Ont’ Sofa showcases artists in all genres from Pop to Indie, Rock, Folk, Hip Hop, R&B and Urban. Working with various artists and management companies from all over the UK, Ont’ Sofa is also working more closely with major record labels and publishers to develop artists and the online platform.

Alex Charles is a British-born singer and musician who enjoyed great success in the charts in the 80’s and 90’s and fronted soul group Heatwave for over 25 years.

Josephine Desmond has been wowing audiences throughout the UK and Europe whilst fronting various bands and acoustic duos.

Expect a high mezzo soprano voice from a supremely talented jazz vocalist.

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Alex sings with a high, strong and clear vocal tone, which works wonders when singing many styles of music, whether it be a vigorous, funky James Brown number or a Michael Jackson ballad ‘She’s Out of My Life’ with dance and showmanship to match.

Monday

10 November 2014

Tuesday

11 November 2014

Wednesday

12 November 2014

New Talents

New Talents

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Jesse Gamage

Louise Golbey

Los Soneros

Jesse is a soul singer/songwriter from hailing from London, England, who provides smooth soulful vocals complemented by warm melodies drawn from influences from the likes of Marvin Gaye to David Gray.

Jesse works with a band of strong passionate musicians.

Louise Golbey is a singer / songwriter/ musician - she’s played at Glastonbury and the Isle of Wight festival, recorded at Maida Vale Studios for the BBC and supported and shared the stage with a number of acclaimed artists including Ed Sheeran, Katy B, Jessie J, George Benson, Alexander O’Neal and most recently she opened for Roberta Flack at The Indig02. She performs regularly at Ronnie Scott’s and The Jazz Cafe.

Los Soneros are a group of hi ghl y tal ented Lati n Am er ican musicians dedicated to playing the best Latin music around. They have created their own exciting and distinctive sound and style, with strong vocal harmonies and the innovative use of acoustic guitar in the traditional salsa line-up.

Latin Night

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Thursday

13 November 2014

Drop Out

Friday

14 November 2014

Kind of Magic

Saturday

15 November 2014

Night Out

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 9pm

Dropout UK Live

Magical Bones

Leslie Philips

Dropout UK is an online music and entertainment publication. The brand is orientated around capturing ‘Indie’ origins, whilst embracing the essence of ‘Young Adulthood’ and re-enforcing popular culture.

One of the most exciting talents to have emerged from the magic scene, Magical Bones combines his love of magic with incredible dance moves honed from a career of dancing for some of the biggest names in the music industry. This is magic that you’ve never seen before.

Leslie Phillips is a French jazz/soul singer/songwriter currently living in London.

One of the most exciting voices to come out of the Paris Soul Afro-Beat jazz scene, Leslie has made many TV and radio appearances in France, performing regularly at top Paris nightspot ‘The Bizz’Art Club’. Her mesmerizing voice can be described as a mixture of Erika Badu and Lauryn Hill.

Here is your chance to see upcoming music in the UK from Pop to Hip Hop.

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Sunday

16 November 2014

Beautiful Sundays

Monday

17 November 2014

New Talents

Tuesday

18 November 2014

New Talents

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Youdid

Kate Threfall

SJ

Composing her own songs and performing solo with a piano or as a duo, Youdid performs a mix of Indie, Pop and Jazz. In 2008 Youdid received the “Best New Rock & Pop Artist” accolade at the German Rock & Pop Awards.

Kate Threfall is a soulful young singer songwriter who incorporates a love of Jazz, Soul and many things in between in her honest and warm songs at the piano.

Born in Manchester to wonderfully musical parents and a family of performers, Kate was raised learning the piano and cello, finding her love for singing around the age of eight when she was introduced to Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin amongst many more.

SJ has over 20 years experience in the music industry and toured the world as ‘’Baby Doc & SJ’. Later she was known as one of the pioneers of the 90’s dance scene.

Her love of jazz has never left her and her husky, velvet tones continue to enrapture audiences everywhere. Performing alongside the hugely talented Maurizio Minardi.

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Wednesday

19 November 2014

Brazilian Vibe

Thursday

20 November 2014

Showcase

Friday

21 November 2014

We Love...

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Rosanna Brandi

Sophie Morgan & Charlie Brown

Born in the South of Italy, Rosanna started her singing studies in Bari, and completed a Diploma in Jazz singing in 2005 at Accademia Internazionale della Musica in Milan, studying with renowned jazz singer Tiziana Ghiglioni.

H e r m u s i c a l t a s t e d o e s n ’t s t o p a t jazz, in fact she collaborated with the Philarmonia Chorus in the recording “Mahler S y m p h o n y N o 2 ” directed b y B e n j a m i n Z a n d e r, a n d per for med it at Royal Festival Hall under the direction of Esa-Pekka-Salonen.

Re-ABBA

Sophie Morgan is a 17 year old singer, songwriter, pianist, guitarist from Widnes – a town in between Manchester and Liverpool.

Simon Jones from the iconic band ‘The Verve’ and Davide Rossi, Grammy award-winning string arranger, are currently producing her tracks for Sophie’s debut album and directing her band. Sophie recently won a ‘Counting Crows’ international competition in the USA which was judged by the band themselves.

Re-ABBA is the perfect combination of talent and respect for the great songs of ABBA and how they should sound, coupled with two stunning girls who will always leave the audience with memories of a great show.

Class, Talent and Spectacle…..

That is Re-ABBA

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Saturday

22 November 2014

Sunday

23 November 2014

Monday

24 November 2014

Beautiful Sundays

New Talents

From 9pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Amy Winehouse with Alba Plano

Stefania

Kristin Hosein

Alba Plano presents a tribute night to celebrate the iconic Amy Winehouse.

From “Stronger Than Me” to “Back To Black” passing by “You Sent Me Flying” and Tears Dry on Their Own”, a soulful journey that will guide you through Amy’s greatest hits.

Born and raised in a family of artists, painters and musicians, Stefania started to love music and visual arts since childhood. Stefania’s career as singer started in 2004, when she was still a student, performing in Jazz venues and clubs as well as theatres and big stages. Her repertoire includes the most beautiful songs from the American songbook (Chet Baker, Frank Sinatra, Mel Tormé) and also a huge selection of Bossa Nova masterpieces (Djavan, A. Barroso, C. Buarque).

Singing professionally for over ten years both as a lead and backing vocalist, Kristin Hosein has excellent harmony and vocal arrangement skills. Stylistically versatile, Kristin trained in contemporary music performance at The Academy of Contemporary Music in Guildford, and now tours internationally with sell out acts, whilst balancing her time in the studio with writing and recording as a session artist.

We Love...

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Tuesday

25 November 2014

New Talents

Wednesday

26 November 2014

Swing Latino

Thursday

27 November 2014

Drop Out

From 8pm

From 7pm

From 8pm

The Siboney Duo

Swing Latino

Dropout UK Live

Hailing from Australia, The Siboney Duo have spent the last three years entertaining audiences around the UK with their signature stylings of covers material. With a vast and varied repertoire spanning the last 40 years of popular music, and using their unique mix of live looping, soulful vocal stylings and suitcase-stomping excitement, The Siboney Duo always deliver.

Every last Wednesday of the month Primo Bar and Salsa Contigo UK present SWING LATINO, a night to discover the best of Latin dance.

Dropout UK is an online music and entertainment publication. The brand is orientated around capturing ‘Indie’ origins, whilst embracing the essence of ‘Young Adulthood’ and re-enforcing popular culture.

Some of the UK’s top Bachata teachers will give beginners or more advanced lessons. There’s no need to be an expert, so come en enjoy a fun evening in style until 1am.

Here is your chance to see upcoming music in the UK from Pop to Hip Hop.

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Friday

28 November 2014

Night Out

Saturday

29 November 2014

Night Out

Sunday

30 November 2014

Jazz Across the Bridge

From 8pm

From 9pm

From 8pm

Valentina CX

All Covered Up Party Band

Renato D’Aiello & Friends

The multi-talented Valentina Cesario is a Italian born, London based, vocalist. Valentina’s style can be described as effortlessly and mesmerising vocals that draw from her personal journey and musical convictions. Her rich tone and great ability to reinvent songs makes Valentina a very special kind of musician, one that can guide a listener through many emotional colours of the spectrum.

This talented and versatile eight-piece party band bring years of musical experience to the stage providing a high energy and colorful performance. From Kool & The Gang to Bruno Mars they are sure to have something for anyone. With stunning female vocals and a brass section to add that extra ‘something’ they are able to perform songs that smaller party bands just couldn’t perform to their fullest extent. They are a group that is passionate about re-creating authentic renditions of the songs that people just love to hear. They are all professional musicians and most importantly, they love what we do!

“Renato is a superlative saxophonist with a passionate and poetic soul. He has all the virtues – a beautiful sense of time and pacing and a technique which effortlessly projects his brilliantly flowing ideas.”

Ian Carr, Jazz writer (Miles Davis’ Biographer)

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Primo Bar is situated within the iconic Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London, which places guests at the heart of central London on the buzzing South Bank. The hotel’s suites feature terraces with impressive views over the city, including the New Year’s Eve fireworks, and are ideal for cocktail receptions and wedding ceremonies.

Best available rates are always found online. Visit parkplaza.com/westminsterbridge

for availability.

Otherwise please call or email on the details listed below.

T: +44 (0) 844 415 6790 E: ppwlres@pphe.com

Cocktail Of The Month Grapefruit Sour Ingredients: Quarter of a grapefruit Half a lime 12 mint leaves 35ml vodka 25ml Cointreau 20ml grenadine

Method: Muddle the grapefruit and lime in a mixing glass.

Add all remaining ingredients and shake over ice.

Using a fine strainer, strain into an Old Fashioned glass over crushed ice. Garnish with a sprig of mint and slices of grapefruit.

Interview with HENRIETTA ADEWOLE COULD YOU PLEASE TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND? I started singing in Church from a very young age and have always enjoyed performing and singing as a child. I studied Performing Arts at college and my passion for performing grew from there.

WHAT ARE YOUR INFLUENCES AND WHO INSPIRED YOU THE MOST? Music-wise, I have been inspired by a lot of amazing vocalists, for example Etta James, Aretha Franklin, Oleta Adams, Jennifer Hudson, Amy Winehouse etc...

I love big and powerful voices that tell stories.

HOW WOULD YOU DEFINE YOUR STYLE? My voice is very versatile and I’m grateful that I have the ability to sing anything and make it my own.

WHO WOULD YOU LOVE TO PERFORM WITH? Beyonce.

W H AT I S T H E L A S T M U S I C YO U BOUGHT?

COULD YOU PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOUR BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT EXPERIENCE?

Beyonce’s album.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR PERFORMANCE LIKE AT PRIMO?

It was an amazing experience and I’ve learnt a lot about myself and have grown as a musician because of the show. It was a life changing experience and because of Britain’s Got Talent, a lot of opportunities have come my way since.

A mixture of Soul, Jazz and Pop with a bit of Henrietta flare!

Henrietta Adewole will be performing on: Tuesday 4 November from 8pm Tuesday 16 December from 8pm 17

Joyeux Noel from Brasserie Joël!

Kick off your festive activities here at Brasserie Joël and enjoy culinary indulgence along with drinks at the exciting Primo Bar for an “all under ONE roof” experience.

Three course Christmas menus are available from £34.00 per person for groups of 10 guests or more.

Brasserie Joël will also be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve - why not party with us until 2015?

Visit brasseriejoel.co.uk

Overtime 2 - 4 - 1 on all Cocktails Every Monday to Friday 5-8pm End your working day the very best way!

Stylish Surroundings

December Events M

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New Talents / Feather & Dice

New Talents / Izzy Chase

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Brazilian Vibe / Caru Lins

Ladies Night

On The Sofa / Showcase

Soul Night / Zalon

Beautiful Sundays / Forest Jazz

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New Talents / Iona Mino

New Talents / Jazz Mino

Brazilian Vibe / Caru Lins

Private Night/ VIP Event

Christmas Special / Dolce Vita project

We Love / The Beatles With Julian Burdock

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New Talents / Karme & Alba

New Talents / Henrietta Adewole

Brazilian Vibe / Guillermo Rozenthuler

Glam Night / Sweethearts

Night Out / Renato D’Aiello & Lily Dior

We Love... / Michael Jackson

Beautiful Sundays / Channel Emmelyn

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New Talents / Ariana S

New Talents / SJ

Christmas Eve / Atila

Christmas Special / Louise Golbey

Night Out / Alessia Piermarini

Night Out / Chris Royal

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NYE / Residents Only

Showcase / Dropout UK Live

HALLOWEEN

Night Out / The Reel Deal Band

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New Talents / Jesse Gamage

Showcase / Sophie Morgan & Charlie Brown

Artists confirmed are subject to last minute changes or cancellations

Beautiful Sundays / Jessica Berry 21

Jazz Across The Bridge / Renato D’Aiello & Friends 31

Jazz Across The Bridge / Renato D’Aiello & Friends

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Monday

1 December 2014

New Talents

Tuesday

2 December 2014

New Talents

Wednesday

3 December 2014

Brazilian Vibe

From 8pm

From 6pm

From 8pm

Feathers & Dice

Izzy Chase

Caru Lins

Feathers & Dice are an adaptable, classy and polished acoustic duo.

Fronted by soulful vocalist Robyn accompanied with versatile guitar and backing vocal skills, makes this a compact and professional duo covering popular songs in genres spanning jazz, soul, folk and popular music.

Izzy Chase’s distinctive Pop/Soul sound has kept her as one of London’s busy vocalists for over five years. Izzy has worked with artists such as Mark Ronson, Boy George, Madness, Saint Saviour (Groove Armada) and The Flying Pickets as well as supporting artists such as Lucie Silvas, Ed Sheeran and Foy Vance.

Izzy Chase performs as an acoustic duo showcasing simple yet soulful arrangements of popular songs.

The glamorous Brazilian singer Caru Lins, stands out not just as a distinctive voice but as a sophisticated interpreter of the exciting and passionate strains of traditional Bossa Nova and the Jazz standards. Now back on the UK circuit this autumn, you’ll find Caru in the hottest Jazz venues.

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Thursday

4 December 2014

Ladies Night

Friday

5 December 2014

On the Sofa

Saturday

Soul Night

From 6pm

From 8pm

From 9pm

Ladies Night

Ont’ Sofa

Zalon

Every first Thursday of the month exclusively for women from 6-9pm: - Live DJ and Entertainment - Great cocktail selection from £4.00 - FREE Mini Mandara Spa treatment

Ont’ Sofa is a new music video channel and production company creating content for the online generation. Ont’ Sofa showcases artists in all genres from Pop to Indie, Rock, Folk, Hip Hop, R&B and Urban. Working with various artists and management companies from all over the UK, Ont’ Sofa is also working more closely with major record labels and publishers to develop artists and the online platform.

Perfect for fun and relaxed after work drinks with friends or if you wish to promote your brand or services in a stylish and more relaxed environment feel free to contact us for additional information. Info and reservations: didier@pphe.com.

This is certainly a girly night out not to miss!

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Zalon is a soulful singer, making you fall in love with music again. Many recognise him as the lead backing vocalist to Amy Winehouse, contributing to the phenomenal platinum success, historical five Grammies win, plus an accolade of awards. Singing a l o n g s i d e s o m e o f t h e w o r l d ’s biggest artists, has led him to being photographed and interviewed by the media all over the world. Watch out for Zalon’s album co-produced with Grammy winner Mark Ronson releasing later this year.

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Sunday

7 December 2014

Beautiful Sundays

Monday

8 December 2014

New Talents

From 8pm

From 8pm

Forest Jazz

Iona Thomas

Forest Jazz is a nifty little trio based in London, serving up known and loved jazz standards. Louise Nornes heads up the trio with heartfelt vocals. She fell in love with London’s pulsating jazz scene when moving from her native Norway five years ago. Paul and Susie Geeson add vibrant bass and tinkling of the ivories to the mix. After studying jazz at Middlesex University, Susie embarked on a teaching career, whilst Paul played for world-renowned musicians such as Stacey Kent.

Originally harking from Wales, Iona is a multitalented singer, songwriter, guitarist and harpist. With an already impressive selection of appearances and credits including; headlining the “Young Hero Awards” for Scarlets FM and The Bay Radio, Thomas will also be supporting X-Factor finalists “The Reason” and “Andy Abraham” on their upcoming engagements.

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Tuesday

9 December 2014

New Talents

From 8pm

Jazz Mino

Vibrant and original, Jazz Mino is an emerging London based artist, singersongwriter and covers musician. The young talent captivates her audience with catchy melodies, charismatic charm and odd shoes. Jazz Mino was a finalist in the Mayor of London GIGS Big Busk competition, is currently a finalist in Westfield’s THE CUBE competition, and regularly gigs and busks around London. Some of her more recent gigs include Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Bar, Aspers Casino and Westfield Presents. She is currently recording her debut EP, which is due to be released early 2015.

Wednesday

10 December 2014

Thursday

11 December 2014

Friday

12 December 2014

Private Night

Christmas Special

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Caru Lins

VIP Event

Dolce Vita project

Brazilian Vibe

The glamorous Brazilian singer Caru Lins, stands out not just as a distinctive voice but as a sophisticated interpreter of the exciting and passionate strains of traditional Bossa Nova and the Jazz standards. Now back on the UK circuit this autumn, you’ll find Caru in the hottest Jazz venues.

We are sorry to announce that Primo Bar will be closed for a VIP event during this evening.

Should you be interested in enquiring about VIP private hire of the bar, please email reservations@primobar.co.uk or download our Private Hire brochure at primobar.co.uk/bar-primo/privatehire.

Nero Martini is a newly formed group of stylish and talented male Italian singers - Dario Polmonari, Gianluca De Martini and Valerio di Rocco. Based in London, the trio have developed an exuberant repertoire of hit songs from the ‘50s to the present day, arranged in a style they love. They have rearranged some of the top hits of the 50’s (That’s Amore, Buonasera Signorina, Sway, Tu vuo fa l’americano, Everybody loves somebody, Oi Mari’) plus a selection of Christmas hits.

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Saturday

13 December 2014

Sunday

14 December 2014

Monday

15 December 2014

New Talents

We Love...

Beautiful Sundays

From 9pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

The Beatles

Jessica Berry

Alba & Karme Duo

Jessica Berry is an up and coming vocalist and song-writer based in London. Her warm, distinct tone lends itself perfectly to both pop/soul and jazz and she currently boasts a London residency at Soho House’s “Little House”.

Jessica’s current EP entitled ‘Stardust’ is a collection of her original songs which she launched last year at Ronnie Scott’s Club.

Alba Plano is a soulful vocalist with a particular jazz tone. Aged 16, she moved her direction to Jazz and Bossa Nova and started her Jazz training inspired by Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday. She now offers a perfect blend of Jazz and Neo Soul.

As a writer and performer, Julian Burdock has worked with some popular artists over the years from Seal to Beverley Knight. Now with his new formation, he performs one of the best Beatles tribute acts on the circuit.

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Karme is an Italian singer and keyboard player based in London.

Currently playing for Bassment Proj ect, El i za D ool i ttl e, Dionne Bromfield and Pigbag.

Tuesday

16 December 2014

New Talents From 8pm

Wednesday

17 December 2014

Thursday

18 December 2014

Brazilian Vibe

Glam Night

From 8pm

From 8pm

Miranda Wilford

Henrietta Adewole

Guillermo Rozenthuler

Henrietta is a singer/songwriter with a huge vocal and outstanding tone. Her voice consists of Soul, Jazz and Bluesy elements, which make her even more unique. Her voice emulates the likes of old school singers.

Henrietta made it to the 2014 live semi finals of Britain’s Got Talent and impressed Simon Cowell with her “World class performance”.

Since the competition Henrietta has been in high demand and performed all around London.

Buenos Aires-born vocalist and guitarist Guillermo Rozenthuler has become one of the leading voices of Argentine Tango and South American song in the UK. A soulful singer and a versatile improviser, his originals and his distinctive take on Latin American songs are sometimes influenced

by Jazz, Middle Eastern and Indian vocal styles. Guillermo has recently toured the UK with box- office success show Midnight Tango.

“Guillermo’s singing is special…Exquisitely sung Argentine music” The Guardian

Sweethearts Charlotte Silver, Laura Ingham and Lauren Urquhart. The girls all trained together at The London School of Musical Theatre and have now created a niche vocal act fusing the sounds of Jazz and pop with a 1940’s barber shop twist on top. The Sweethearts have a salacious, charismatic, and charming elegance that teases the eyes whilst their powerful and original vocals seduce the ears; watching this fascinating vocal harmonising cabaret trio is irresistible.

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Friday

19 December 2014

Saturday

20 December 2014

Sunday

21 December 2014

We Love...

Beautiful Sundays

From 8pm

From 9pm

From 8pm

Renato D’Aiello & Friends

Michael Jackson

Chanel Emmelyn

“Renato is a superlative saxophonist with a passionate and poetic soul. He has all the virtues – a beautiful sense of time and pacing and a technique which effortlessly projects his brilliantly flowing ideas.”

Ian Carr, Jazz writer (Miles Davis’ Biographer)

Alex Charles is a British-born singer and musician who enjoyed great success in the charts in the 80’s and 90’s and fronted soul group Heatwave for over 25 years.

After relocating to London from her native Amsterdam in 2012, dynamic pop/ jazz/soul talent Chanel Emmelyn has performed at premier venues including The Savoy, The Dorchester and Kensington Roof Gardens with her eclectic repertoire drawing influences from the likes of Michael Jackson to Michael Buble. Already signed to a major European label and currently working on a new release, Chanel’s intimate performances showcase her prodigious talent and warm audience rapport.

Night Out

Alex sings with a high, strong and clear vocal tone, which works wonders when singing many styles of music, whether it be a vigorous, funky James Brown number or a Michael Jackson ballad ‘She’s Out of My Life’ with dance and showmanship to match.

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Monday

22 December 2014

New Talents

Tuesday

23 December 2014

New Talents

Wednesday

Christmas Eve

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Ariana

SJ

Ariana Tahanzadeh is a singer/songwriter from Surrey, currently studying at the Academy of Contemporary Music in Guildford.

She has recently been working with singer/songwriter, Judie Tzuke on her recently released EP that is based on alternative pop and influences from Lana Del Rey, Paloma Faith and Alanis Morrisette through to Daughter and London Grammar.

SJ has over 20 years experience in the music industry and toured the world as ‘Baby Doc & SJ’. Later she was known as one of the pioneers of the 90’s dance scene.

Her love of jazz has never left her and her husky; velvet tones continue to enrapture audiences everywhere. Performing alongside the hugely talented Maurizio Minardi.

Atila

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The late jazz legend Sir John Dankworth predicted “a very bright future with the possibility of Atila’s name eventually ending up in lights” and still in his midtwenties, Atila has gone on to establish himself as one of Britain’s most exciting vocal talents.

‘One of London’s finest new vocal talents for 2009’ BBC London TV

Thursday

25 December 2014

Friday

26 December 2014

Saturday

27 December 2014

Christmas Special

Night Out

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 9pm

Louise Golbey

Alessia Piermarini

Chris Royal

Louise Golbey is a singer / songwriter/ musician - she’s played at Glastonbury and the Isle of Wight festival, recorded at Maida Vale Studios for the BBC and supported and shared the stage with a number of acclaimed artists including Ed Sheeran, Katy B, Jessie J, George Benson, Alexander O’Neal and most recently she opened for Roberta Flack at The Indig02. She performs regularly at Ronnie Scott’s and The Jazz Cafe.

Alessia Piermarini is an Italian singer, songwriter, pianist, loop artist, blogger, and urban poet.

Musically her work is full of elements of Soul, Jazz and Hip hop.

She recorded her first solo album in 2008 (PG Major 7) and opened for Ursula Rucker, considered “Poet of Nu Soul”. Last year Alessia had the honor to share the stage with the afro-american artist Frank McComb.

Her second album is due to be released soon: on one of her songs she features the great Jaguar Wright, Nu Soul vocalist who collaborated with The Roots and Jay-Z.

Singer songwriter born and raised in Manchester, Chris has been singing all his life and is heavily influenced by soul jazz and gospel. Despite no musical background in his family Chris knew his place was on the stage whether in theatre or popular music. Chris was fortunate to be part of the success of Channel 4’s Musicool, and he has worked with touring with artists opening for acts such as Neyo and T-Pain not to mention touring with Josh Groban as a backing vocalist for his sold out UK tour. Now he lives in London where he is currently working his first EP.

Night Out

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Sunday

28 December 2014

Monday

29 December 2014

Tuesday

30 December 2014

Jazz Across the Bridge

New Talents

Showcase

From 8pm

From 8pm

From 8pm

Renato D’Aiello & Friends

Jesse Gamage

Sophie Morgan & Charlie Brown

“Renato is a superlative saxophonist with a passionate and poetic soul. He has all the virtues – a beautiful sense of time and pacing and a technique which effortlessly projects his brilliantly flowing ideas.”

Ian Carr, Jazz writer (Miles Davis’ Biographer)

Jesse is a soul singer/songwriter from hailing from London, England, who provides smooth soulful vocals complemented by warm melodies drawn from influences from the likes of Marvin Gaye to David Gray.

Jesse works with a band of strong passionate musicians.

Sophie Morgan is a 17 year old singer, songwriter, pianist, guitarist from Widnes - a town in between Manchester and Liverpool.

Simon Jones from the iconic band ‘The Verve’ and Davide Rossi, Grammy award-winning string arranger, are currently producing her tracks for Sophie’s debut album and directing her band. Sophie recently won a ‘Counting Crows’ international competition in the USA which was judged by the band themselves.

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Wednesday

31 December 2014

Private Night From 8pm

VIP Event

We are sorry to announce that Primo Bar will be closed for a VIP event during this evening.

Should you be interested in enquiring about VIP private hire of the bar, please email reservations@primobar.co.uk or download our Private Hire brochure at www.primobar.co.uk/bar-primo/ privatehire.

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Come and enjoy a Ladies only after work event.

Every first Thursday of the month Exclusively for women from 6 till 9pm

Live DJ & Entertainment Great cocktail selection for only ÂŁ4 FREE Mini Mandara Spa Treatment This is a girly night out not to be missed!

RSVP Strongly advised as space is limited

PRIMO Bar is the place to see and be seen in.

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Private Hire

Primo Bar London is available for private hire or part hire for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events or product launches.

For more information or to book, please email reservations@primobar.co.uk or call +44 (0) 207 620 7282 Download our Private Hire brochure at www.primobar.co.uk/bar-primo/privatehire.

Location

Primo Bar is located on the first floor of Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London.

Simply walk straight over Westminster Bridge from Westminster Station, taking in the sights of Big Ben and the London Eye, and Primo Bar is located at the foot of the bridge.

Nearest Train and Tube stations: Westminster (5 mins) Waterloo (5 mins)

Parking

Valet parking available: There is a U-Park Car Park adjacent to the hotel: 2 Addington Street London SE1 7RY Opening Hours: Primo Bar is open 24 hours daily.

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge 200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7UT

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