Jack Solomons Jazz Club: A New Era for a Soho Icon

Tucked beneath 42 Windmill Street lies a venue with a rich past and a vibrant new future. Once home to legendary boxing promoter Jack Solomons, whose gym produced champions and drew crowds of fight fans to Soho, the space has been reborn as Jack Solomons Jazz Club — a cultural hub dedicated to live music, discovery, and the soul of Soho itself.

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For years, the venue has been championing live performance, hosting shows, jam sessions, and serving as a key partner of the Soho Jazz Festival. But 2025 marks a turning point: Jack Solomons Jazz Club has officially teamed up with Soho Live, transforming the underground hideaway into a flagship space for jazz, emerging artists, and the late-night spirit that defines London’s creative heart.

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At the core of the new programme is the weekly Soho Jazz Jam, a gathering place for musicians and fans alike. It’s where established players mix with rising talent, creating the kind of unpredictable magic that only happens in Soho.

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And the festival lineup ahead proves just how diverse and dynamic the programming will be:

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• Lifford Shillingford with Nathan Britton – a soulful pairing of powerhouse vocals and virtuosic piano.
• Andy Davies: Bebop and Banter – fiery trumpet, witty stories, and pure bebop energy.
• Soho Jazz Jam: Jamie Murray – one of London’s most exciting drummers leads the night.
• Soho Saints Brass Band (6-piece) – bringing street brass energy straight into the club.
• Anjelo Disons and The Oracle – future soul grooves and boundary-pushing sound.
• Jazz Connect – uniting musicians across styles and backgrounds.
• Karl Onibuje: Orun – deep, spiritual sounds with Afro-jazz influence.
• Rikette Genesis Quartet – rich vocals and modern jazz storytelling.
• Nico Widdowson Quartet – lyrical piano-led jazz at its finest.
• Soho Jazz Jam: Stu Barker Trio – bass-driven brilliance anchoring the night.
• Jazz Roast – Sunday sessions with live music and community warmth.

With a calendar like this, Jack Solomons Jazz Club isn’t just another venue; it’s positioning itself as a cornerstone of Soho’s cultural landscape. 

By blending history, discovery, and world-class live music, the club is keeping alive the spirit of its boxing heritage — a place where champions were made — but now in the arena of sound.

So whether you’re a jazz devotee or simply curious to discover what makes Soho swing,  Jack Solomons Jazz Club is ready to welcome you ringside for a new era of music in London!