Janette Mason Music

Bowie Unplugged
2025-04-03 21:15 - 22:30 UTC | Crazy Coqs, 20 Sherwood Street, London, W1F 7ED, United Kingdom
Just over a decade ago, David McAlmont got a transformative call from Janette Mason, who invited him to fill some hefty shoes: Lea DeLaria, Mason’s estimable, long-time collaborator, got the “once in a lifetime” call from Hollywood, meaning that Wall to Wall Bowie, the veteran arranger’s labour of Bowie love needed a new vocalist with as deep an affection for the material. McAlmont, a late but enthusiastic Bowie developer, seized the opportunity for a deeper exploration of the revered musical constellation. The decision forged a continuing adventure into the Bowie verse.
For the first time in their acclaimed stint since 2013, they perform hitherto uncharted interpretations with new intimate arrangements for an intimate setting. McAlmont & Mason’s Bowie Unplugged, an eleventh-anniversary celebration, lays bare the poetic, chordal mission of the inalienable genius.
Line up:
David McAlmont Vocals
Janette Mason Piano
Simon Little Bass

Bowie Unplugged
2025-04-03 19:00 - 20:45 | Crazy Coqs, 20 Sherwood Street, London, W1F 7ED, United Kingdom
Just over a decade ago, David McAlmont got a transformative call from Janette Mason, who invited him to fill some hefty shoes: Lea DeLaria, Mason’s estimable, long-time collaborator, got the “once in a lifetime” call from Hollywood, meaning that Wall to Wall Bowie, the veteran arranger’s labour of Bowie love needed a new vocalist with as deep an affection for the material. McAlmont, a late but enthusiastic Bowie developer, seized the opportunity for a deeper exploration of the revered musical constellation. The decision forged a continuing adventure into the Bowie verse.
Following their sold out shows at the Crazy Coqs in November last year, join them as they perform hitherto uncharted interpretations with new intimate arrangements for an intimate setting. McAlmont & Mason’s Bowie Unplugged, an eleventh-anniversary celebration, lays bare the poetic, chordal mission of the inalienable genius.
David McAlmont Vocals
janette Mason Piano
Simon Little Bass

AYRA
2025-03-08 19:30 - 22:30 | The Exchange, 75 London Rd, Twickenham, TW1 1BE, United Kingdom
AYRA is a unique female fronted project purveying heartfelt original material drenched in the heritage of soul, spiced with the rhythms of funk and R&B, always delivered straight from the heart. Janette and Juliet have assembled a band of some of the very best in the business. UK session legend Yolanda Charles, veteran of the bands of Hans Zimmer and Paul Weller among many others, was the natural choice on bass, and her regular drum partner Nicolas Py supplied the necessary deep, creative groove making. To round out the ensemble, Janette called on the unique talents of Shanti on cello, trumpet and percussion with the latest addition to the band, Bex Gold on additional vocals.

Band Line Up:
Janette Mason Keys
Juliet Roberts Vocals
Bex Gold Additional Vocals
Yolanda Charles Bass
Nico Py Drums
Shanti Trumpet, cello and percussion
Photo credit – John Lyons

Bowie Unplugged
2025-01-31 19:00 | Big Burns Supper Club, 70 High St, Dumfies, DG1 2BS, United Kingdom
https://bigburnssupper.com/event/bowie-supper-club/

Dusty Unplugged
2025-01-23 21:15 - 22:30, 2025-01-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Crazy Coqs, 20 Sherwood Street, London, W1F 7ED, United Kingdom
Dusty Springfield, the iconic singer from the 1960s through to her collaboration with the Pet Shop boys in the 80s, was the soundtrack to a generation.Her heartfelt renditions of songs from You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me to I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself remain all-time classics.
Long term collaborators David McAlmont and Janette Mason have been performing Dusty’s songs for over a decade now and are presenting an acoustic set here featuring bassist Simon Little. It lays bare the sheer beauty of the lyrics and music highlighting Dusty’s genius for choosing such powerful material, which often mirrored her life’s journey.
Line Up
Janette Mason Piano
David McAlmont Vocals
Simon Little Bass

AYRA
2025-01-11 20:00 - 22:30 | Pizza Express – Holborn, 99 High Holborn, London, EC1V 6LF, United Kingdom

Wall to Wall George Michael
2024-11-23 19:30 - 23:30 | The Exchange, 75 London Rd, Twickenham, TW1 1BE, United Kingdom
Wall To Wall George Michael featuring David McAlmont and Brendan Reilly
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With a career spanning four decades, records sales of 120 million worldwide, George Michael is considered one of the greatest artists of the MTV generation.
Artist In residence, Janette Mason has put together a unique reworking of George Michael’s music with her long term collaborator, one of the UKs finest vocalists, David McAlmont ( McAlmont and Butler).
They are joined by the incredibly talented vocalist Brendan Reilly (Basement Jaxx, Shania Twain).
Band Line up:
Nico Py – drums Simon Little – bass Dave Ital – guitar Tom Smith – saxes Shanti Jayasinha – Trumpet and percussion
Janette Mason (Musical Director)
Mason is a highly respected UK pianist, arranger and composer. She has performed with pop stars, Seal, k.d.Lang and Oasis, has produced and arranged for jazz singers Lea DeLaria and Ian Shaw and composed music for both TV (Sex and the City) and film (Ruby Blue). She has released four albums under her own name (the most recent being 2018’s Red Alert) and is currently working with legendary Bowie producer Tony Visconti.
David McAlmont (Vocals)
Possibly one of the greatest singers this country has ever produced, David collaborated with everyone from Bond composer David Arnold to Michael Nyman, Paul Weller and most famously with Bernard Butler producing the classic hit single Yes. David’s music is pure emotion, drawing unique, soulful portraits from his own life and philosophies, all beautifully framed by the finest soul.
Brendan Reilly (Vocals)
Brendan Reilly is an American singer-songwriter who has been based in London for many years, releasing critically acclaimed records and touring the world with the likes of Quincy Jones, Shania Twain, Disclosure, and Basement Jaxx. Currently touring with dance music legends Pete Tong and Cerrone, he can also be seen at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club every month with Soul Family, now celebrating 15 years at the legendary Jazz club.

Wall to Wall George Michael
2024-11-22 19:30 - 22:30 | The Exchange, 75 London Rd, Twickenham, TW1 1BE, United Kingdom
Wall To Wall George Michael Nov 22 and Nov 23 – featuring David McAlmont and Brendan Reilly
Link to follow
With a career spanning four decades, records sales of 120 million worldwide, George Michael is considered one of the greatest artists of the MTV generation.
Artist In residence, Janette Mason has put together a unique reworking of George Michael’s music with her long term collaborator, one of the UKs finest vocalists, David McAlmont ( McAlmont and Butler).
They are joined by the incredibly talented vocalist Brendan Reilly (Basement Jaxx, Shania Twain).
Band Line up:
Nico Py – drums Simon Little – bass Dave Ital – guitar Tom Smith – saxes Shanti Jayasinha – Trumpet and percussion
Janette Mason (Musical Director)
Mason is a highly respected UK pianist, arranger and composer. She has performed with pop stars, Seal, k.d.Lang and Oasis, has produced and arranged for jazz singers Lea DeLaria and Ian Shaw and composed music for both TV (Sex and the City) and film (Ruby Blue). She has released four albums under her own name (the most recent being 2018’s Red Alert) and is currently working with legendary Bowie producer Tony Visconti.
David McAlmont (Vocals)
Possibly one of the greatest singers this country has ever produced, David collaborated with everyone from Bond composer David Arnold to Michael Nyman, Paul Weller and most famously with Bernard Butler producing the classic hit single Yes. David’s music is pure emotion, drawing unique, soulful portraits from his own life and philosophies, all beautifully framed by the finest soul.
Brendan Reilly (Vocals)
Brendan Reilly is an American singer-songwriter who has been based in London for many years, releasing critically acclaimed records and touring the world with the likes of Quincy Jones, Shania Twain, Disclosure, and Basement Jaxx. Currently touring with dance music legends Pete Tong and Cerrone, he can also be seen at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club every month with Soul Family, now celebrating 15 years at the legendary Jazz club.

Wall to Wall Prince
2024-09-21 19:30 - 23:30 | The Exchange, 75 London Rd, Twickenham, TW1 1BE, United Kingdom
Featuring David McAlmont and Imaani with musical direction by Janette Mason
A unique celebration of the music of Prince
Drawing on his incredible catalogue of songs this show pays homage to perhaps the most influential artist of his generation.

David McAlmont
David is possibly one of the greatest singers this country has produced. He has collaborated with everyone from Bond composer David Arnold to Michael Nyman, Paul Weller and most famously with Bernard Butler, producing the hit single.
Imaani
Gracing stages across the world Imaani’s live career is impressive. She has performed on television, in the studio, and live with artists including Nile Rodgers, Chaka Khan, Maceo Parker, Philip Bailey, Jimmy Cliff, UB40, Gloria Gaynor, Incognito, Betty Wright, Omar, Mica Paris, Stephen Marley, Julian Marley, Leon Ware and Aswad.
“One of the most wonderful and memorable voices…” Bluey

Wall to Wall Prince
2024-09-20 19:30 - 23:30 | The Exchange, 75 London Rd, Twickenham, TW1 1BE, United Kingdom
Featuring David McAlmont and Imaani. Musical Direction by Janette Mason
A unique celebration of the music of Prince
Drawing on his incredible catalogue of songs this show pays homage to perhaps the most influential artist of his generation.

David McAlmont
David is possibly one of the greatest singers this country has produced. He has collaborated with everyone from Bond composer David Arnold to Michael Nyman, Paul Weller and most famously with Bernard Butler, producing the hit single
Imaani
Gracing stages across the world Imaani’s live career is impressive. She has performed on television, in the studio, and live with artists including Nile Rodgers, Chaka Khan, Maceo Parker, Philip Bailey, Jimmy Cliff, UB40, Gloria Gaynor, Incognito, Betty Wright, Omar, Mica Paris, Stephen Marley, Julian Marley, Leon Ware and Aswad.
“One of the most wonderful and memorable voices…” Bluey

McAlmont and Mason's Dusty Unplugged
2024-09-05 21:00 - 22:15, 2024-09-05 19:00 - 20:15 | Zedel, 20 Sherwood Street, London, W1F 7ED
Dusty Springfield, the iconic singer from the 1960s through to her collaboration with the Pet Shop boys in the 80s, was the soundtrack to a generation.
Her heartfelt renditions of songs from You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me to I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself remain all-time classics.

Long term collaborators David McAlmont and Janette Mason have been performing Dusty’s songs for over a decade now and are presenting an acoustic set here featuring bassist Simon Little. It lays bare the sheer beauty of the lyrics and music highlighting Dusty’s genius for choosing such powerful material, which often mirrored her life’s journey.

AYRA
2024-08-17 19:30 - 22:30 | Pizza Express – Dean St, 10 Dean St, London, W1D 3RW
Janette Mason – Keys Juliet Roberts – Vocals
Yolanda Charles -Bass
Nicolas Py – Drums Shanti – Trumpet, Cello + Percussion

This brand-new project is brought to you by Janette Mason and Juliet Roberts, two incredible musicians who have come together to create a body of work that amplifies what it is to be a woman in the 21st Century.
From diverse cultural and musical backgrounds with careers that span the world of pop, jazz, dance and soul, they have written an inspiring set of songs that are emotional, inspiring and uplifting – Nu Soul with a jazz edge and thought-provoking lyrics.
They will be joined by a fantastic trio of world-class musicians:
Yolanda Charles – Bass (Hans Zimmer, Paul Weller, Laura Mvula)
Nicolas Py – Drums (Gia Ford, Tony Momrelle)
Shanti – Trumpet, cello and percussion (Courtney Pine, Brand New Heavies)

ReWired with Jakub Cwyiński & Eric Ford
2024-06-30 19:30 - 23:30 | Vortex, 1 Gillett Square, London, N16 8AZ, United Kingdom
Rewired is the new acoustic trio project from acclaimed composer, arranger and pianist, Janette Mason.
Reflecting on her career highlights with the likes of Oasis, Robert Wyatt, k.d.lang and Tony Visconti combined with her diverse musical influences, Janette has put an exciting set of arrangements together spanning music from the 1940s to present day. It showcases her unique jazz arranging skills with her trademark twists and turns.
“A band leader of pugnacious flair and genuine unpredictability.” James Griffiths-The Guardian
Joined by two world class musicians Jakub Cywiński – bass and Eric Ford – drums, expect a night of outstanding jazz and a creative re-wiring of some classic songs from Ella to The Beatles to Kate Bush and Lana Del Ray.

WALL TO WALL BOWIE
2024-06-08 19:30 - 2024-06-09 00:00, 2024-06-07 19:30 - 23:30 | The Exchange, 75 London Rd, Twickenham, TW1 1BE, United Kingdom
The Exchange’s Artist in Residence Janette Mason brings her acclaimed Wall To Wall Bowie Show back to The Exchange.
Wall to Wall Bowie is a celebration of the music of one of the greatest pop icons. Acclaimed British pianist and The Exchange’s Artist in Residence, Janette Mason, presents a fresh look at Bowie’s songs, with new arrangements, jazz twists, and an altogether unique approach.
Janette is joined by the incredible vocalist David McAlmont, best known for his hit Yes with Bernard Butler. He brings a unique theatricality to Bowie’s material and is supported by a band of world class musicians. They have been performing to sell out audiences for the last ten years and have acquired a loyal fan base along the way.
“This is Bowie, but not as you’ve heard it before.”
