Saturday 21 November 2026
The concert is included in the official program of the EFG London Jazz Festival 2026.
Natalie Duncan & Brandon Allen: Soul Exchange!
‘Soul Exchange’ brings together four outstanding voices on the UK jazz scene: acclaimed vocalist and pianist Natalie Duncan, celebrated saxophonist Brandon Allen, bassist Mirko Scarcia and drummer Jamie Murray.
Blending original compositions with the spirit of soul, funk and classic jazz, the quartet combines compelling songwriting, deep grooves and fearless improvisation. Rich in musical interplay and rhythmic energy, ‘Soul Exchange’ delivers a vibrant, contemporary sound that honours the tradition while looking firmly ahead!
Line up:
Natalie Duncan – vocal, piano & keys
Brandon Allen - saxophone
Mirko Scarcia - acoustic & electric bass
Jamie Murray – drums
Nottingham-raised, London-based singer-songwriter and pianist Natalie Duncan holds place among the UK’s most distinctive voices in jazz, soul, and R&B. Natalie stepped into the music world in 2009 with her debut EP and gained recognition through the BBC show Goldie's Band: By Royal Appointment in 2011, and later she joined Decca Records, releasing her praised first album, Devil in Me, in 2012 and appearing on Later... with Jools Holland. She’s been continuing her career ever since, touring, collaborating, and releasing new music, including the critically acclaimed second album, Free, in 2020. In 2023, Natalie Duncan became lead vocalist for jazz-funk outfit Incognito, co-writing several tracks for their latest album. Her third album, Black Moon, was released in March 2026, and she is currently co-writing for forthcoming releases by Goldie and Natalie Williams. “As one of the UK’s most versatile jazz and RnB voices, Natalie Duncan cements her place as an artist to watch in 2026, delivering a sound that feels both timeless and contemporary” - — NOTION
Saxophonist Brandon Allen is originally from Perth, Western Australia and has been based in the UK since 2000. He has worked with many high-profile artists and ensembles, is a session musician and an accomplished composer and arranger. His distinctive sound has been featured on film soundtracks including Alfie (2004) and The Look of Love (2013), and has featured on 4 Kyle Eastwood albums and performed with Eric Clapton, Paloma Faith, Mica Paris and Neil Diamond. Brandon Allen – “…a saxophone heavyweight, at the height of his powers…” - Blues and Soul Magazine
“Brandon Allen is arguably the most exciting tenor player in Britain today. His phrasing is unashamedly emotional, soaked in the blues tradition” - Jazzwise
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Video 1 (“Breakaway” - Natalie Duncan - live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKoDH2ekppU
Video 2 (“Chasing Heaven” – Natalie Duncan – live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byy5I6cLKcQ&list=RDbyy5I6cLKcQ&start_radio=1c
Video 3 (“Like a Star” – Natalie Duncan – live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJOn8-zYAGs&list=RDfJOn8-zYAGs&start_radio=1
Video 4 (Natalie Duncan Trio highlights – live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLfRs7v3-_o
Video 5 (Brandon Allen – “Evil”): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntPIODfjQd4
Video 6 (Natalie Duncan – “Bad Side of Love” – live at Ronnie Scott’s): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLg6rIH7AgY
Video 7 (Natalie Duncan – “Devil in Me” – live on Later…with Jools Holland): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y08j655RX9A&list=RDy08j655RX9A&start_radio=1
Vide 8 (The Brandon Allen Quartet – live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E45tOeI252o&list=RDE45tOeI252o&start_radio=1
