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Live Performance
Folk and Blues
Steeped in Folk storytelling tradition, Sam Jefferson draws equally from his family’s Jazz and Blues background to create songs that ‘…bring a story to life’ (BBC Radio Sheffield).
Since moving to Manchester in September, Sam has laid out his unique fusion of Folk and Blues with concerts that include supporting Ralph McTell at his RNCM concert, earning Ralph’s praise of ‘Outstanding musicianship’ and opening the 2018 Manchester Jazz Festival; an appearance that lead to a monthly residency at Matt & Phreds Jazz Club.
‘Sing Beneath The Sun’, Sam’s latest album, has earned him concert performances at Imperial War Museum North in July to launch their new WWI exhibition, in Ypres with the Royal British Legion, and on the main stage at Broadstairs Folk Week. The album is comprised of 10 original songs, inspired by the lives of his great-grandparents, Jim and Edith-Maude Marshall, who worked at Gawber Colliery and Staincross Cotton Mill respectively. Many songs on the album also tell the stories behind photographs Jim sent back during the War. Each song is an insight into harsh, austere, yet inspiring lives.
Matt & Phred's is a long established live music venue, situated in Manchester's trendy Northern Quarter. Over the years the likes of Sneaky, Kit Downes, Marius Neset, Manu Delago, the Dagda Quartet, Jamie Cullum and even Adele have graced the stage in our little neighbourhood joint.
Most notably known for showcasing the best in local and international Jazz, Matt & Phred's offers much, much more. We still have live music gigs 6 nights a week, encompassing the likes of Jazz, Folk, Gypsy, Electro, Salsa, Swing, World and even a little bit of Ska.
As well as being able to see some amazingly talented musicians, our bar and kitchen team are also at the top of their game. If you enjoy cocktails then this is the place to be. We also have a cracking wine list with featured wines of the month and of course anyone who has ever been to the club knows just how good the pizzas are and at weekends we have added specials to tantalise your taste buds!
The [diary page](http://www.mattandphreds.com/diary) lists all of the upcoming events so it's easy to see what is going on. The gigs are free Monday to Thursday and there is a teeny tiny £5 door charge on Friday and Saturday nights. We highly recommend you book a table for weekend nights as we do get busy and there's no better way to enjoy the bands whilst being waited on by our fabulous bar team.
If you are a regular visitor to Matt & Phred's why not take advantage of the Membership scheme. It's £50 for a standard membership and £25 for a student membership per year. You get free entry at the weekends and Happy Hours deals until midnight Monday - Thursday and offers on a number of events. You can pick up a membership form at the club or fill out the [enquiries page](http://www.mattandphreds.com/enquiries) on the web site. Easy peasy!
Matt & Phred's is a great local hangout so whether you fancy a pint and a pizza after work, a night out with friends or just fancy dropping in to see what's going on you won't be disappointed!
See you at the club soon!
Doors 5pm
Happy Hour 5-7:30pm
64 Tib Street,
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
England,
M4 1LW.
0161 273 5495
