What’s On March 2015 April 2015
CONTENTS 01 Introduction 02 Behind The Scenes
03 March Events 16 Cocktail Of The Month
17 Interview With... Karme 21 April 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
Roland Baethge Bar Manager
2015 has got off to a flying start with some great evenings at PRIMO.
Spring is finally here and I can tell you I am very excited to join the PRIMO team as the new Bar Manager.
Executive Host and Artistic Director
We are now leaving the winter period behind and looking forward to maintaining this great vibe for the beginning of spring and the rest of the year. The months of March and April are always busy with many interesting things to do in London. If you like fashion I would surely recommend to you ‘Savage Beauty’ the amazing retrospective of Alexander McQueen at the V&A. For me one of the concerts not to be missed will be Lionel Richie at the O2 in March. I would also recommend the unexpected duo Sting & Paul Simon performing together at the O2 in April. If the idea of being on the main stage excites you, we have a fantastic opportunity to join a band of professional musicians and sing along with them to your favourite songs during our new monthly Bandeoke evening. I also wanted to wish Roland our new bar manager all the best in his new role. A great addition to the PRIMO team!
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This is my favourite time of the year, when you can finally enjoy the outdoors again and discover what London has to offer.
Try our Enchanted Forest and Spring Awakening special spring cocktails, created by our talented bartender team. These colourful, magical drinks with Woodruff Syrup will bring you back to life after the long winter dream. Join us for Overtime, where you can enjoy our 2-4-1 cocktail offer from 5-8pm, while relaxing after a long day of work. Finally, I wish you all a fantastic time in London this spring and we look forward to welcoming you to PRIMO very soon. Love PRIMO or have any feedback? We'd love to here your views. *Drink responsibly – drinkaware.co.uk
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Beautiful Sundays / Jordan’s Trio
New Talents / Iona Thomas
New Talents / Angel
Beautiful Sundays / Yaniel Matos
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Beautiful Sundays / Marta Capponi
New Talents / Alba Plano & Karme
New Talents / Alex & George
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Beautiful Sundays / Stefania Arcieri
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Beautiful Sundays / Josephine Desmond 29
Jazz Across The Bridge / Renato D’Aiello & Friends
New Talents / Kristin Hosein
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New Talents / Charlene
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New Talents / Sasha Patterson
New Talents / Nadia Marisa
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New Talents / Henrietta Adewole
New Talents / Atila
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Ladies Night
Night Out / Boom La Tete
Soul Night / Zalon
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Brazilian Vibe / Pepe Barcellos
Showcase / Dropout UK Live
Bandeoke
Night Out / Nero Martini
Brazilian Vibe / Pedro Frota
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Swing Latino
Private Event
Artists confirmed are subject to last minute changes or cancellations.
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Creativity
We Love / The Beatles with Julian Burdock
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Night Out / Lee Gold Trio
New Talents / Jordan’s Trio
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Hollywood Night / Roberto Angrisani
We Love... / Abba with Tamsin Killen
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Night Out / Chris Royal
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Night Out / WE ARE JET
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Sunday
1 March 2015
Monday
2 March 2015
Tuesday
3 March 2015
New Talents
New Talents
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Jordan’s Trio
Iona Thomas
Angel
Jordan is an accomplished Jazz singer and pianist and has been recording and performing since 2008. She has regularly hosted and performed at open-mic events, including Ronnie Scott’s and the Lyric theatre in Hammersmith. Musically, Jordan fuses Jazz with elements of Pop and R&B opening up the genre to new generations.
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.
The music press have said “Soul has a guardian Angel” referring to this soulful/pop singer/songwriter who is currently making waves in the live scene all over London, as well as recording her EP with the number 1 hit producer Rymez, and featuring some major mainstream artists. An experienced and unique artist ready to take her music to the next level.
Beautiful Sundays
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Wednesday 4 March 2015
Thursday
From 8pm
From 6pm
From 8pm
Yaniel Matos
Ladies Night
Boom La Tete
Yaniel Matos is a Cuban musician who moved to Sao Paulo in 2000 and became a member of the Department of Popular Music at Escola Superior de Música da Faculdade Cantareira. In 2003 he founded the Mani Padme Trio. In 2008 Matos created a “Cuba Jazz Plus”, a quintet of contemporary jazz formed by Cuban jazz musicians. He released his first solo album in 2008, “En Movimiento”. In 2014 he released his new album “La Mirada”, a beautiful collaboration of both Cuban and Brazilian influence.
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
Stephane Bourquin learnt his trade in Paris amongst blues and gypsy guitarists while Crispin Forster played in the world of jazz fusion in London.
Brazilian A Kind ofVibe Magic
5 March 2015
Ladies Night
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!
Friday
6 March 2015
Night Out
They have been immersing themselves in the demanding and dynamic world of gypsy swing and rock’n roll. The resulting mixture of original and often highly modified covers show all the passion and affinity they share for these diverse styles of music; high energy music that never fails to bring everyone on their feet!
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Saturday
7 March 2015
Soul Night
Sunday
8 March 2015
Beautiful Sundays
Monday
9 March 2015
New Talents
From 9pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Zalon
Marta Capponi
Alba & Karme Duo
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.
Marta Capponi is a young and talented jazz vocalist and composer who has collaborated with great Italian and international musicians such as Bobby Dhuram.
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.
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She offers a deep and warm voice perfectly complementing her swinging band to produce energetic modern Jazz alongside beautiful pop and Brazilian songs.
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
10 March 2015
Wednesday 11 March 2015
Thursday
12 March 2015
New Talents
Brazilian Vibe
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Alex & George
Pepê Barcellos
Dropout UK Live
Alex Larsson and George Burgess are an acoustic duo, paying tribute to all of the classics whilst putting a modern, funky spin on them. Their repertoire ranges from the likes of John Mayer, Outkast and even a bit of Elvis! With a Funk / Hip-Hop album written and soon to be released, these two are worth keeping an eye on.
A graduate from the Guitar Institute of Technology, in Los Angeles, Pepê has studied with jazz masters such as Joe Diorio and Scott Henderson. Whilst in Brazil, he completed a BA in Music and has played with The Brazilian Guitar Orchestra, the reggae band Dread Lion and the samba band Monobloco.
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.
Searching for a new direction for his music Pepê crossed the Atlantic Ocean. He has performed and taught workshops in England, Pepê has taken part in festivals including Glastonbury and Womad.
Showcase
Here is your chance to see upcoming music in the UK from Pop to Hip Hop.
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Friday
13 March 2015
New Talents
Saturday
Night Out
14 March 2015
Sunday
15 March 2015
Beautiful Sundays
From 8pm
From 9pm
From 8pm
Bandeoke
Dolce Vita project
Stefania
Bandeoke gives you the chance to perform a song live with professional musicians as your backing band. Embrace the incredibly fun opportunity to perform with an experienced band.
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 50s including That's Amore, Buonasera Signorina, Sway, Tu vuo fa l'americano, Everybody loves somebody, Oi Mari'.
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).
Feel like a rock star, sing like a rock star, perform like a rock star!
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Monday
16 March 2015
New Talents
Tuesday
17 March 2015
New Talents
Wednesday 18 March 2015
Brazilian Vibe
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Kristin Hosein
Charlene
Pedro Frota
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.
Discovered three years ago when asked to sing in a crowd of the bustling Jazz Cafe in London’s Camden Town, Charlene has been on a whirlwind journey since releasing her debut studio album “Good Day” through JMC in 2013.
Pedro Frota is a singer, guitar player and songwriter from Brazil. Brazilian music was his first and main school. Through the many influences of the genre, he was introduced to Latin, reggae, rock, blues and jazz music.
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Her musical journey thus far has allowed her to work with an array of musical talents, including Omar, Zed Bias, Andy Jay & S-Tee. To date this journey has brought her onto the stage with established artists such as Honey La Rochelle, Elisha La Verne, and Kendra Cash, enabling her to perform on-air sessions for Radio1Xtra and BBC Radio London. She has also released singles including “Spiralling” and “It’s Still You”.
Pedro produced universal melodies that reach beyond of his own traditional culture and influences. Pedro debuted his concert, “Influência”, last year in Brazil. His aim is to record an album with the same title and establish his career abroad.
Thursday
Creativity
19 March 2015
Friday
We Love
20 March 2015
Saturday
Night Out
21 March 2015
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 9pm
Creativity
The Beatles
Chris Royal
CREATIVITY at PRIMO will feature a selection of some of the best artists, musicians and creatives in the UK.
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.
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.
An incredible and eclectic selection of live music acts, live art and exhibitions.
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Sunday
22 March 2015
Monday
23 March 2015
Tuesday
24 March 2015
New Talents
New Talents
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Jojo Desmond
Sasha Paterson
Nadia Marisa
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.
Sasha Patterson is a London based freelance session vocalist and musician. She specialises in lead and backing vocals in various styles and genres from Soul, Jazz, Pop, Funk and Rock. From a young age it was clear that Sasha wanted to sing. From lead vocal roles in school and college plays for both contemporary and musical theatre styles, to the beginning of her professional career at 18, her passion for music never wavered, which illustrates the strength, versatility and commitment she espouses.
Born and raised in Switzerland, Singer/Songwriter Nadia Marisa moved to London in 2012. Her music ranges between soul and pop, sprinkled with various influences from different genres, carried by an incredibly soulful voice. Her lyrics espouse a poetic reflection of life and purpose.
Beautiful Sundays
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Wednesday 25 March 2015
Thursday
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Swing Latino
Lee Gold Trio
Jordan’s Trio
Every last Wednesday of the month Primo Bar and Salsa Contigo UK present SWING LATINO, a night to discover the best of Latin dance.
Originally from from Cape Town, South Africa, Lee has recently relocated to the UK. She has been playing piano from the age of eight and after many years of paying her musical dues, she has blossomed into a beautiful, talented and professional singer and pianist. She attended the South African College of Music to complete her undergraduate jazz piano degree and postgraduate diploma in jazz vocals with Distinction. Lee has been fortunate to receive private tutelage from top international singers Deborah Tanguy and Natascha Roth.
Jordan is an accomplished Jazz singer and pianist and has been recording and performing since 2008. She has regularly hosted and performed at open-mic events, including Ronnie Scott’s and the Lyric theatre in Hammersmith. Musically, Jordan fuses Jazz with elements of Pop and R&B opening up the genre to new generations.
Swing Latino
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.
Night Out
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Friday
27 March 2015
New Talents
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Saturday
Night Out
28 March 2015
Sunday
29 March 2015
Jazz across the bridge
Monday
30 March 2015
New Talents
From 9pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
WE ARE JET
Renato D’Aiello & Friends
Henrietta Adewole
“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)
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.
J.E.T are influenced by artists such as Bruno Mars, Aloe Blacc, John Legend, Pharrell and The Jackson 5. Their music is a crossover of Motown vibes and pop with catchy melodies. They have collaborated with top writers including Teddy Sky (Lady Gaga, Dizzie Rascal, Jennifer Lopez), Jo Perry (Stooshe, Union-J) and Malii (Stooshe, JAQEE). They are signed to the London based Swedish/ British Indie company BLaO Music and have recently received great interest from major companies including Universal Publishing and Syco/Sony Music.
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Tuesday
31 March 2015
New Talents
From 8pm
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Atila 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
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Cocktail Of The Month Spring Awakening Ingredients: 50ml Skyy Vodka 20ml Sweet Woodruff Syrup 15ml fresh lemon juice Dash of passion fruit syrup Lemonade to top up Apple slices to garnish Mint leaves to garnish
Method: Fill cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add all ingredients except lemonade. Shake and strain into a chilled Brandy glass ďŹ lled with crushed ice. Top with lemonade. Garnish with mint leaves and apple slices.
Interview with KARME Tell us a little about your background, what has influenced you? I’m a keyboard player from Catania, Sicily. I initially started learning classical piano. My family musical background was all about the great Italian songwriters, Lucio Battisti, Fabio Concato, Fabrizio De Andre and Lucio Dalla. Then later on, my interests gradually moved towards Afro-American music. The funk of James Brown, the soul of Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and the Motown, the more mainstream pop of Michael Jackson, and generally speaking all the groovy and jazz influenced music.
How did you get into singing? Through my 20’s, I focused more on writing, and then gradually I started singing my own material. As a result, I began exposing myself more as a singer than as a keyboard player for a while, performing my own shows and gigs in different contexts. In 2009 I released an EP, “Evasioni Prevedibili”, produced during my 3 years in Milan, and had the pleasure to see my music featured in a couple of soul compilations. It was also played on the radio and at a few festivals.
What is the last music you bought? A new artist actually, I bought some music from Nate Williams. I play for him as well. If you don’t know him, definitely check it out! You perform regularly at Primo on different projects; can you explain what can we expect from these different shows?
How would you define your style? I’m definitely a funky player. I guess I take a lot from jazz harmony, but I always have a groovy approach when I play. So let’s say it’s a mix of old school soul and modern pop, with a jazzy flavour. People say I always play the right notes in the right contexts... I like that!
Who are your favourite singers?
I guess it’s easy to say Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway. But right off the top of my head I’d say also Sting, Luther Vandross, Mick Hucknall, Erykah Badu.
You have collaborated with many top singers, what was the most memorable experience? It would definitely be New Year's Eve. I played with Gloria Gaynor, who performed a great funk and disco show in Dubai, together with Chic and Nile Rodgers, Incognito, Chaka Khan, Jocelyn Brown and the legendary Jacksons. Welcoming the New Year whilst being on stage alongside all of these artists was a very special moment!
At the moment we’re running two tribute acts, one dedicated to Michael Jackson, the other to Amy Winehouse. They’re obviously quite different shows, but both are very fun to see (and play). It’s all about good music! Are you working on any more personal projects? I’m part of Bassment Project, a 10 piece soul band. We released an album last year and as a result, we performed throughout Europe. We supported Rizzle Kicks on tour and Lettuce at Ronnie Scott’s. Go and check us out! Also I’m supporting Alba Plano with the writing and production of her first album, a mix of soul and jazz sounds, featuring a superb band, with some of the most acclaimed Italian jazz players. We’re just recording it as we speak, so watch this space, we’ll talk about it next time!
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New Talents / Izzy Chase
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Brazilian Vibe / Luna Cohen
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Soul Night / Zalon
Beautiful Sundays / Forrest Jazz
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New Talents / Mits
New Talents / Kat Eaton
Brazilian Vibe / Pepe Barcelos
Showcase / Dropout UK Live
Bandeoke
We Love/ Michael Jackson
Beautiful Sundays / Jordan’s Trio
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Creativity
Kind of Magic
New Talents / Sasha Paterson
New Talents / Siboney Duo
Brazilian Vibe / Cristina Gestido
Soul Night / Porter
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New Talents / SJ
New Talents / Jazz Mino
Brazilian Vibe / Quintal do Samba
Showcase / Dropout UK Live
Private Event
Showcase / Live Jukebox
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New Talents / Atila
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New Talents / Kirstin Hosein
Swing Latino
Private Event
Artists confirmed are subject to last minute changes or cancellations
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Private Event
Night Out / Ben Belward
Beautiful Sundays / Sonia Edgy
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Jazz Across The Bridge / Renato D’Aiello & Friends
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Jazz Across The Bridge / Renato D’Aiello & Friends
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Wednesday
1 April 2015
Brazilian Vibe
Thursday
2 April 2015
Ladies Night
Friday
We Love...
3 April 2015
From 8pm
From 6pm
From 8pm
Luna Cohen
Ladies Night
Re-ABBA
Luna Cohen is a Brazilian singer born in Belo Horizonte and after 14 years of success in Barcelona she now lives in London. Luna sings wonderful Brazilian classics from the Bossa Nova and Samba.
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
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
In 2014 she released the album ‘Flor do Cerrado’. She is currently collaborating on a musical project with the World Health Organization to raise awareness and visibility of people affected by Chagas disease.
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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!
Saturday
Soul Night
4 April 2015
Sunday
5 April 2015
Beautiful Sundays
Monday
6 April 2015
New Talents
From 9pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Zalon
Forest Jazz
Mits
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.
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.
A fresh and new approach to an acoustic duo, infused with incredible percussive guitar and soul influenced vocals. Jack’s rhythmic and melodic picking of acoustic guitar is complemented well with Mits’ captivating and clear-cut vocals. The London based duo has thrived in the industry individually, and have come together to showcase their renditions of popular and old school tunes with a unique twist. Their versatile musical backgrounds have led to an interesting and unexpected approach to the acoustic genre.
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Tuesday
7 April 2015
New Talents
Wednesday
8 April 2015
Brazilian Vibe
Thursday
9 April 2015
Showcase
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Kat Eaton
Pepê Barcelos
Dropout UK Live
Kat launched her solo career in September 2013 with the single ‘Alien’. Since then Kat’s vocal and song writing talents have gone far from unnoticed. Immediately gaining the support of BBC Introducing, Kat set out on her debut tour across the UK, where she received amazing reviews. BBC Introducing championed ‘Alien’ naming it one of the top 25 singles of 2013. Kat was then asked to attend the exclusive BBC Introducing Masterclass event where she met with industry and radio representatives.
A graduate from the Guitar Institute of Technology, in Los Angeles, Pepê has studied with jazz masters such as Joe Diorio and Scott Henderson. Whilst in Brazil, he completed a BA in Music and has played with The Brazilian Guitar Orchestra, the reggae band Dread Lion and the samba band Monobloco.
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.
Searching for a new direction for his music Pepê crossed the Atlantic Ocean. He has performed and taught workshops in England, Pepê has taken part in festivals including Glastonbury and Womad.
Here is your chance to see upcoming music in the UK from Pop to Hip Hop.
“Wow, what a voice. One thing for sure is this girl can sing.” - Mark Forrest, BBC Radio UK
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Friday
10 April 2015
New Talents
Saturday
We Love...
11 April 2015
Sunday
12 April 2015
Beautiful Sundays
From 8pm
From 9pm
From 8pm
Bandeoke
Michael Jackson
Jordan’s Trio
Feel like a rock star, sing like a rock star, perform like a rock star!
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.
Jordan is an accomplished Jazz singer and pianist and has been recording and performing since 2008. She has regularly hosted and performed at open-mic events, including Ronnie Scott’s and the Lyric theatre in Hammersmith. Musically, Jordan fuses Jazz with elements of Pop and R&B opening up the genre to new generations.
Bandeoke gives you the chance to perform a song live with professional musicians as your backing band. Embrace the incredibly fun opportunity to perform with an experienced band.
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
13 April 2015
Tuesday
14 April 2015
Wednesday
15 April 2015
Brazilian Vibe
New Talents
New Talents
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Sasha Paterson
The Siboney Duo
Cristina Gestido
Sasha Patterson is a London based freelance session vocalist and musician. She specialises in lead and backing vocals in various styles and genres from Soul, Jazz, Pop, Funk and Rock. From a young age it was clear that Sasha wanted to sing. From lead vocal roles in school and college plays for both contemporary and musical theatre styles, to the beginning of her professional career at 18, her passion for music never wavered, which illustrates the strength, versatility and commitment she espouses.
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.
After finishing a Bachelor of Music with Honors and a Masters Degree in Viola Solo Performance Christina worked with various orchestras such as The Royal Opera House Covent Garden, Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, Asturias Symphony Orchestra, CadaquĂŠs Orchestra.
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Thursday
16 April 2015
Creativity
Friday
17 April 2015
Saturday
18 April 2015
A Kind Of Magic
Soul Night
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 9pm
Creativity
Magical Bones
Porter
CREATIVITY at PRIMO will feature a selection of some of the best artists, musicians and creatives in the UK.
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.
As an international entertainer Porter Shields has per for med all over the globe. The Atlanta-bred artist stormed onto the music scene, performing his original material at the world famed Glastonbury Festival and on BBC Radio in the UK in 2010. As a session singer he’s been featured on: Later with Jools Holland, X-Factor, BBC Radio 1 Festival, Radio 1 Live Lounge, Germany’s Next Top Model, MTV’s Making the Band and numerous TV shows and festivals. Porter’s music is inspired by the likes of Usher, Trey Songz, Justin Timberlake, and Pharrell Williams.
An incredible and eclectic selection of live music acts, live art and exhibitions.
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Sunday
19 April 2015
Monday
20 April 2015
Tuesday
21 April 2015
New Talents
New Talents
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Sonia Edgy
SJ
Jazz Mino
Sonia Edgy is an awarded vocalist, lyricist, educator, producer, photographer and creative artist. At a ver y early age she star ted singing and took piano lessons, later learning from recordings and per for ming with her own bands as a teenager. In 2013 Sonia was awarded with a UK BEAT100 A&R Per for mance Award for her live performance of a jazz standard “Stormy Weather” by Harold Arlen.
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.
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.
Beautiful Sundays
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Wednesday
22 April 2015
Brazilian Vibe
Thursday
23 April 2015
Showcase
Friday
24 April2015
Private Event
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Quintal do Samba
Dropout UK Live
VIP Event
Quintal do Samba is a lot more than just a Samba group - they showcase the Brazilian way of life. The group offers a blend of rhythm, passion and joy, combined with colour and movement of carnival. The band recreates the atmosphere of the backyard parties and street corner bars of iconic cities from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo.
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.
We are sorry to announce that Primo Bar will be closed for a VIP event during this evening.
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Here is your chance to see upcoming music in the UK from Pop to Hip Hop.
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.
Saturday
25 April 2015
Sunday
26 April 2015
Monday
27 April 2015
Live Jukebox
Jazz Across the Bridge
From 9pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Live Juke Box
Renato D’Aiello & Friends
Atila
This is a night where the audience can interact directly with the artists and choose from a song list from Soul to Pop to Funk to Rock.
“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)
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 mid- twenties, 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
They will be able to listen to their favourite tunes performed by a five-piece band composed of some of the finest UK’s musicians.
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Tuesday
Wednesday 29 April 2015
Thursday
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Kristin Hosein
Swing Latino
VIP Event
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.
Every last Wednesday of the month Primo Bar and Salsa Contigo UK present SWING LATINO, a night to discover the best of Latin dance.
We are sorry to announce that Primo Bar will be closed for a VIP event during this evening.
28 April 2015
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Swing Latino
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.
30 April 2015
Private Event
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.
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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
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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 ďŹ rst oor 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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