Modern Vikings sail into Newcastle on tour to launch their debut album ‘Tales of the Skald’ composed by band leader Stephen Henderson. The album takes the listener through an array of grooves, colours and styles all connected to the jazz tradition and beyond, capturing Henderson’s broad musical upbringing. The all-star band are individually featured in the writing, allowing their unique personalities to take turns at coming to the forefront, then subtly blending together to create a bold and exciting new sound.
Stephen Henderson – Drums and Composition
Fergus McCreadie – Piano
David Bowden – Bass
Graeme Stephen – Guitar and pedals
Konrad Wisniewski – Saxophone
As with their Scandinavian jazz cousins, 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.”
Born and raised in Ayrshire, Stephen Henderson has been immersed in music from the womb. His parents both being musicians gave him an exceptional musical upbringing. At aged 9, he started learning snare drum at his local pipe band giving him a great foundation for moving on to the drums. He found his passion for jazz upon gaining entry to the National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland, there Stephen met many of his current esteemed collogues such as Fergus McCreadie, Helena Kay and Pete Johnstone
In 2015 Stephen graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland with First Class Honors. Since then, he has been touring and recording with various artists. Currently his most prominent role is that of the drummer for mercury nominated artist Fergus McCreadie. Playing with this trio has allowed Stephen to play in many of the top venues and festivals in the UK and Europe including The North Sea Jazz Festival, Love Supreme, Oslo Jazz Festival and South by South-West.
As an active side person he has played with global music artists such as: Laura Jurd, Tim Garland, Rob Luft, James Tormé (LA) Aidan O’Rourke, Leroy Brown (New Orleans), Elchin Shirinov (Azerbaijan), to name a few.
“a remarkably sensitive performer, listening intently to the other musicians in whatever setting he finds himself, demonstrating why he’s becoming one of the go-to drummers on the Scottish scene.” London Jazz News
AT THE GLOBE Unreserved seating. Names of ticket holders will be on the door. We do not send out physical tickets.
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AGE RESTRICTIONS Children and young people under 16 years old may attend events accompanied by an adult (age over 18). They are not allowed to enter the premises after 9pm and they must leave the premises by midnight. Under 16s are not allowed to purchase soft drinks, but they may consume soft drinks bought for them by their accompanying adult. 16 and 17 year olds are allowed to attend events unaccompanied by an adult and they may purchase soft drinks. They must leave the premises by midnight.
Sep 1 – Modern Vikings
Sunday 1 September, 8pm (Doors 7pm)
Tickets: £12 advance, £14 door, £7 for 25 & under
All tickets are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of sale.
Description
Modern Vikings sail into Newcastle on tour to launch their debut album ‘Tales of the Skald’ composed by band leader Stephen Henderson. The album takes the listener through an array of grooves, colours and styles all connected to the jazz tradition and beyond, capturing Henderson’s broad musical upbringing. The all-star band are individually featured in the writing, allowing their unique personalities to take turns at coming to the forefront, then subtly blending together to create a bold and exciting new sound.
Stephen Henderson – Drums and Composition
Fergus McCreadie – Piano
David Bowden – Bass
Graeme Stephen – Guitar and pedals
Konrad Wisniewski – Saxophone
As with their Scandinavian jazz cousins, 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.”
Born and raised in Ayrshire, Stephen Henderson has been immersed in music from the womb. His parents both being musicians gave him an exceptional musical upbringing. At aged 9, he started learning snare drum at his local pipe band giving him a great foundation for moving on to the drums. He found his passion for jazz upon gaining entry to the National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland, there Stephen met many of his current esteemed collogues such as Fergus McCreadie, Helena Kay and Pete Johnstone
In 2015 Stephen graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland with First Class Honors. Since then, he has been touring and recording with various artists. Currently his most prominent role is that of the drummer for mercury nominated artist Fergus McCreadie. Playing with this trio has allowed Stephen to play in many of the top venues and festivals in the UK and Europe including The North Sea Jazz Festival, Love Supreme, Oslo Jazz Festival and South by South-West.
As an active side person he has played with global music artists such as: Laura Jurd, Tim Garland, Rob Luft, James Tormé (LA) Aidan O’Rourke, Leroy Brown (New Orleans), Elchin Shirinov (Azerbaijan), to name a few.
“a remarkably sensitive performer, listening intently to the other musicians in whatever setting he finds himself, demonstrating why he’s becoming one of the go-to drummers on the Scottish scene.” London Jazz News
Unreserved seating. Names of ticket holders will be on the door. We do not send out physical tickets.
CREATING A GLOBE ACCOUNT
When you buy tickets you will be invited to create an online account. You don’t have to do this but, if you do, you will find it quicker and simpler to buy tickets in future. Also, you can access all your ticket information and livestream files from your account dashboard, which is very convenient.
TICKETING CONTACT
If you need to contact us about ticketing please email events@theglobenewcastle.bar or send a message to our Facebook page.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
Children and young people under 16 years old may attend events accompanied by an adult (age over 18). They are not allowed to enter the premises after 9pm and they must leave the premises by midnight. Under 16s are not allowed to purchase soft drinks, but they may consume soft drinks bought for them by their accompanying adult.
16 and 17 year olds are allowed to attend events unaccompanied by an adult and they may purchase soft drinks. They must leave the premises by midnight.
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