Live Jazz Jam with Stratos
Weekly Thursday jazz jam with resident band Stratos led by Mercury Prize‑nominated Rio Kai, outdoor first set in summer
We’re inviting you to experience the magic of our weekly Thursday Jazz Jam. Since 2016, Stratos, our resident jazz band led by the talented and Mercury Prize-nominated Rio Kai, has held down this popular night, bringing together fans and musicians for an electrifying exploration of jazz.
Every week, Stratos dives into both the classic roots and boundary-pushing edges of jazz, creating a unique space where improvisation and connection take centre stage. With Rio Kai on bass, Dom Pusey on saxophone, Mike De Souza on guitar and Zoe Pascal on drums, each set offers something new, a true celebration of live, evolving music.
In the summer months, the first set unfolds outside on the canalside, played from our floating pontoon as the light fades over the water. For the second set, things move indoors, drawing the energy closer as the night deepens.
After the first set, they open up the jam to jazz musicians who want to get involved. Contact @stratostheband on Instagram if you’re interested in jamming. It’s free entry for jammers.
Set against the backdrop of our Hackney Wick canalside venue, this long-standing jazz night embodies both the charm of our community and the sophistication of jazz itself.
