Vanessa Haynes
Originally from Trinidad, where she worked to great acclaim for some years, vocalist Vanessa Haynes finally made her way to London, which is definitely our gain. She performs a mix of soul, R&B standards and originals with some jazz standards thrown in and with her powerful, cultured voice and commanding stage presence is quite stunning. Not surprisingly her talent was recognised by Van Morrison (with whose band she toured) but she is probably best known these days as one of the featured singers with the iconic soul/jazz band “Incognito”, having toured and recorded with them now for more than ten years. She works with a fabulous band that features some of the country’s finest “groove” players: guitarist Al Cherry, keyboardist Tom O’Grady, bassist Tiago Coimbra and drummer Martyn Kaine. A rare opportunity to see this wonderful performer in the intimate setting of the 606.
“…chic, sultry singing..stylish and overflowing with promise...her future is guaranteed as a fixture in the soul firmament. Star potential” Musician Magazine; “excellent…powerful voice and unique sound” Soul Brother