Jen Kearney

Critically acclaimed vocalist, producer, broadcaster Emily Saunders brings together her band of top flight musicians with special guest vocalist, songwriter Jen Kearney. This promises to be a memorable evening of genre defying music reflecting the UK nu-wave jazz scene. Evening Standard ★★★★ The Independent ★★★★ The Guardian ★★★★ The Arts Desk ★★★★ Internationally renowned and critically acclaimed vocalist, producer, broadcaster Emily Saunders leads an exceptional band through her original songs reflecting on society, the fragility of people and the strength of connectivity. Latin-infused grooves, infectious melodies and hints of drum ‘n’ bass combine with a vocal prowess and captivating presence for an impeccable performance. Emily has received multiple 4 star reviews including the Evening Standard, The Guardian, The Independent and her music broadcasts nationally on BBC Radio1, 2, 3, 4, 6 & XFM, JazzFM (playlisted) plus on radio stations around the world including USA, Japan, Australia, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Italy, Abu Dhabi, México. She has also achieved international iTunes & Amazon chart ‘Top 10’ in UK, USA, Germany, France and Indonesia. emilysaunders.co.uk / Twitter / Facebook Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Jen Kearney has spent some time seasoning her particular style of original music. Her latest album, “Age of Blame” is truly an amalgam of musical styles including soul, R&B, funk, rock, and Latin. Kearney’s music and attention to lyrics has met critical acclaim nationally and internationally. Jen has recorded and released six studio albums and has done session work on many other projects. She has toured internationally as a solo act and with a full band. She recently toured with the UK’s premier Latin Jazz group, Snowboy and the Latin Section and has also shared the stage with Los Lobos, Daryl Hall, Mavis Staples, John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers, The Derek Trucks Band and more. jenkearney.com / Facebook