Bringing together artists whose work explore personal or collective narratives, YaPhoto Beams will propose videos ranging from pure aesthetic and visual experiments, to addressing local and global issues affecting the […]
2 concerts!!!!! CLICK ON THE CONCERT OR CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR DETAILS AND BOOKING TICKETS A stunning programme this year and probably over 5 % of the Festival’s whole […]
(Photo: Caroline Forbes) The Vortex is my haven from the demands of the road. Thanks to a great understanding that started with David Mossman, the original director, I have the […]
Poetry and readings have become an increasing element of our Downstairs activity. For the past year, Nicki Heinen, poet and poetry ‘entrepreneur’, has been running a monthly poetry/spoken word and […]
Oliver writes: The ICP Orchestra’s visit at the end of March to the club has a special poignancy. Not only will they be celebrating their 50th birthday, but also returning […]
We are very happy to be working together with Ray’s Bar (below Voodoo Ray’s pizza place, 95 Kingsland Road) in helping to develop this new weekly residency by saxophonist Rachael […]
Lionel is known as the guitarist for many years with Herbie Hancock, Dave Holland and others. Nicolas is one of the top Belgian saxophonists. Together they have just released an […]
Sun of Goldfinger (Tim Berne, David Torn, Ches Smith) will be at the Vortex on 22nd and 23rd January 2017 – Geoff Winston looks forward to it: Tony Visconti and […]
The Vortex Jazz Club is delighted that the Intakt Festival 2017 will be at the club. You can see a complete schedule in our programme calendar with links to book your tickets. […]
18 portraits of some of the musicians who belong to the unique, eclectic, vibrant and creative London Jazz scene. Most of the musicians featuring in this exhibition have played, at […]
This year EFG London Jazz Festival the Vortex is not only hosting 29 concerts, 35+ artists and over 150 musicians, but also a new food offering! From Fri 18 to […]
Fee Fee La Fou HQ, a circus themed curiosity shop in Dalston is this week celebrating its 5th Birthday. This inspirational, neon interior is run by an artist Fiona Duffelen […]
Our special T-shirts designed by Paul Lewis are available to buy behind the Vortex bar at a bargain price of £10. The proceeds go towards helping the club stay afloat […]
Both Bobby Wellins and Pinise Saul were two of our great ‘friends’ here at the Vortex. Both selfless, warm-hearted and lovers of their music. Bobby played regularly on Saturday nights, […]
On Monday 24 October the Vortex hosts John Warren. The acclaimed composer, known for his collaborations with Kenny Wheeler and John Surman, will direct a nonet of fantastic young jazz […]
The London Jazz Festival is as big as ever! Sprawling all over London with a few feature gigs in the centre (where much of the funding goes, I expect). At […]
We are delighted that the Intakt Festival will take place in 2017. You can see a complete schedule in our calendar. Or click here.
Work on the piano has already started thanks to you our wonderful supporters. Many people are still contacting us about donating to restore the piano. Donations will be used for […]
Amidst the excitement of the Olympics, our campaign to help restore the Vortex’s beloved Steinway Grand has rounded the final bend and is within sight of the finish line. The […]
PLEDGE YOUR DONATION HERE: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/help-restore-the-vortex-jazz-clubs-steinway We are indebted to all of our supporters who donated ‘things’ as rewards to you our donors, to ultimately restore our Steinway piano. They are, in […]