Formed a decade ago with a deep love for the classic sounds of Blue Note and a mission to make jazz thrilling, danceable, and fiercely fresh, The Jazz Defenders are celebrating 10 years of groove, grit and glorious gigs.

Led by virtuoso pianist and composer George Cooper, this Bristol-based powerhouse has grown into one of the UK’s most formidable jazz outfits, blending hard bop, soul jazz, funk, hip hop and cinematic flair into a sound that’s entirely their own.

With three acclaimed albums, countless festival and club appearances in the UK and Europe —including Ronnie Scott’s—and a reputation for electrifying live shows, The Jazz Defenders invite you to their 10th Birthday Bash at The Fringe, Bristol. Expect deep grooves, world-class musicianship, special guests, and a celebration of a band that’s spent the last ten years redefining modern soul jazz.

Line Up:

George Cooper - Piano/Keyboards

Will Harris - Bass

Ian Matthews - Drums

Jake McMurchie - Tenor Sax

Quentin Collins - Trumpet

+ Special Guests

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