John Hackett Band & The Gift at The Dublin Castle, Camden
Schedule
Sun, 01 Jun, 2025 at 07:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Dublin Castle, Camden | London, EN
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At long last, Sheffield's John Hackett Band and London's The Gift team up for what promises to be a stirring double-header at Camden's iconic Dublin Castle. The John Hackett Band
The John Hackett Band embodies the spirit of progressive rock. From John’s pastoral flute textures, through the funky interplay between drummer Duncan Parsons and bassist Jeremy Richardson to the intricacies of Nick Fletcher’s lead guitar the group embrace pop, rock, jazz, classical, funk and all stops in-between, from the tenderest of ballads to hair-raising instrumental workouts!
John Hackett has been a much-loved and admired figure in the progressive rock scene since the mid-70’s; best-known for his flute work with his brother, former Genesis guitarist, Steve Hackett on albums such as Voyage of The Acolyte, Sketches of Satie and Please Don’t Touch alongside his own solo albums Checking Out Of London, Another Life and The Piper Plays His Tune
“Nick Fletcher is probably the best jazz rock guitarist in the country. His fluency is astounding, plus he possesses a first-rate classical guitar technique to boot! I consider Nick Fletcher to be an absolute star” Steve Hackett
“The band have never sounded better, and they are musically as tight as a drum skin at present.”
David Edwards, The Progressive Aspect – March 2024
The Gift is a classic rock/progressive band. They are well known and respected on the circuit, with the support of 'Classic Rock' and 'Prog' magazine. They are currently gigging in support of their new album Seven Seasons which will be released in 2025
The music is eclectic and literate, with influences ranging from early Genesis/King Crimson/Yes to Zeppelin/Rush/Purple. We blend this with a modern sound and ambience, a la Porcupine Tree, Muse and Big Big Train...But these are just hints. With a loyal following and an extensive back catalogue, The Gift make a fine addition to this bill. See less
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Where is it happening?
Dublin Castle, Camden, 85 Parkway, London, NW1 7PP, United Kingdom,London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
