Rachael Calladine Quintet presents: ‘Soho Elegy’ (album launch)

Rachael Calladine presents a collection of 11 new, original songs drawing on a musical life, well lived, in London’s Soho during the 1990s. Honest, authentic and heartfelt, her new album, ‘Soho Elegy’ showcases Rachael’s voice at its best, supported by a stellar lineup of musicians, Dr Adrian York on piano, Pat McCarthy on guitar, Andrew Tytherleigh on double bass and Si Potts on drums.

Following rave reviews of her last album ‘The Game’ (jazz fm track of the week) Soho Elegy is set to reaffirm Rachael as one of the top jazz vocalists on the UK scene.

Be amongst the first to hear this wonderful material right in the midst of London’s Soho wrapped in the sumptuous atmosphere of one of the capital’s premier music venues. Expect a night of glamour, sophistication and world class music.

Signed pre release CDS will be available on the night.

‘World Class’ – Jamie Cullum

‘Calladine owns the lyrics with distinctively soulful energy with a focus on taste and elegance’ – Allaboutjazz.com

‘Her soulful delivery and unexpected twists with a vocal tone of note reflects Rachaels true understanding of the jazz genre’ – thejazzword.com

Rachael Calladine is a well known international vocalist with vast experience gained from playing in jazz clubs all over the world, including numerous shows at Ronnie’s Scott’s, The 606 Club, The Jazz Cafe to name just a few. Following a 10 year stint singing at the highest level in Dubai, Rachael returned to the UK in 2018 and has since then been re-establishing herself as one of the countries top jazz and soul vocalists. Her last album ‘The Game’ recieved great reviews and included a featured track of the week on Jazz fm. Her new Album ‘Soho Elegy ‘ is produced by her long time friend Claire Martin OBE and 9 times grammy nominated producer James McMillan.

Away from jazz Rachael has written and recorded material for labels such as Hed Kandi, Cafe Del Mar and Ministry of Sound, and she has material featured on compilations by Gilles Petersen and Roger Sanchez.

Her broad musical tastes, combined with her jazz roots, ensures her performances cross musical boundaries and bring a great night of music and entertainment that reaches everyone in the room. This combination along with her world class band guarantee a fantastic night out, long to be remembered.