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This is going to be a top quality gig featuring five of the best musicians in the vibrant Scottish jazz scene.Stephen Henderson, Fergus McCreadie, David Bowden, Graeme Stephen, Konrad Wisniewski - performing as Modern Vikings - sail into Newcastle on tour to launch their debut album ‘Tales of the Skald’ composed by band leader Stephen Henderson.
Modern Vikings play music with a strong emphasis on melody with the added grooves, urgency and colours of the American jazz tradition. Their music reflects Henderson’s many influences and experiences from the beginning of his musical upbringing to present, creating a fresh sound that is unique, bold and emotive.
Henderson says: “I’m particularly inspired by jazz musicians who incorporate elements of their own countries’ folk music into their writings and playing. Modern Jazz artists such as Shai Maestro, Avishai Cohen, Lionel Loueke, Leo Blanco and John Scofield have been huge influences on my style more recently.”
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
11 Railway Street, NE4 7AD Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, 24 Railway Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7, United Kingdom,Newcastle upon Tyne
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