Since its inception over 30 years ago, anyone familiar with London’s live music scene will undoubtedly acknowledge the impact of Jazz Café on the city. The venue is situated in the beating epicentre of Camden and has become a staple for musical talent during its tenure. Jazz Café centres itself around music from all spectrums and corners of the world, which forms the fabric of Jazz Café.

Some 30 years later, and not shying away from the rich and diverse roots of the Camden mainstay, a bold and cross-disciplinary line-up was curated as we welcomed the first edition of the Jazz Café Festival to Burgess Park, South London. A kaleidoscope of artists were handpicked to play, from the likes of the nostalgic collective Buena Vista All Stars, playing on the main stage, The Parkway. Tucked away in the corner of the site sits the most intimate venue, The Dome. Playing here, Jordss pulled together dancehall, house and R&B whilst over in the furthest corner, Giles Peterson embarked on his mammoth three-hour set. The opulent lineup continues with Nils Frahm, Earl Sweatshirt, Alchemist and ELIZA, to name a few.