Making their El Rincon debut as part of their album release winter tour, Cardiff-based vocalist Jeffery & pianist Gripper are a top-notch rising-stars duo. Their music mixes elements of progressive pop, indie folk, alternative jazz, classical & Baroque, and combines their own impressive compositions with some brilliantly unexpected versions. What a classy way to start our 2026 music programme. Tickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/681509 Join Elijah and Eddie for the launch of their “eagerly awaited” (The Jazz Mann) collaboration. Written and recorded within eight weeks, this self-titled album marks the culmination of both musicians’ close working relationship and shared passion for songwriting. Featuring seven original songs and one never-before-heard adaptation of a 17th-century aria, Elijah Jeffery & Eddie Gripper straddles the genres of progressive pop, indie folk, and alternative jazz. Though both trained in jazz, their influences are wide-ranging. From the folk-inspired Shifting Seasons and the introspective ballad Because of You, to the art-pop of Close Your Eyes and a modern take on the Baroque aria Dido’s Lament, their music reflects a natural fusion of styles. The album embodies a growing desire for trans-genre collaboration, progressive songwriting, and storytelling in today’s streaming age. Press “Both halves of the duo excel on this recording, both in their quality and restraint, but it is their joint passion for songwriting that shines brightest.” – Neil Duggan, All About Jazz “This is a promising early career effort that would encourage anyone who hears it to go hear the duo in person.” – Stephen Graham, Marlbank

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