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Sun 5 Oct
FUNK AFFAIR
Members of acid jazz stalwarts Jamiroquai (original drummer Derek McKenzie, bassist Paul Turner and Rob Harris on guitar) joining the excellent Louise Pollack. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. Adm: £20-£26. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Mon 6 - 8 Oct
BABATUNDE LEA BAND / LIANE CARROLL
Drummer, percussionist and composer Lea has phenomenal abilities to craft an entire song from a beat are informed by a heady mix of African influences, Cuban and Latin sounds. Liane Carroll is a versatile and distinctive singer. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. Adm: £20-£36. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Fri 10 Oct
HEATED EXCHANGE: HIP HOP VS RAP
Is Rap music, a socially destructive force? Is Hip Hop, the real voice of youth, a vehicle for political expression? Wayne B Chandler will link Black history with contemporary analysis to answer these questions. Also features Jonzi'D, hip hop artiste. Venue: The Camden Centre WC1H 9JE. Adm: £10 + booking fee.

Sat 11 Oct
MAJAGUA
South American folk music and Afro-Colombian rhythms (6.15pm). Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 6.15pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Sun 12 Oct
MAJAGUA
Featuring singer-guitarist Martha Acosta (1.45pm). Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 1.45pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Sun 12 Oct
BILLY OCEAN
R&B legend Billy Ocean is back with his first studio album in fifteen years, 'Because I love you'. With an impressive 30 million sales worldwide to his name the Grammy award winner returns to the UK with a handful of dates. Venue: Shepherd's Bush Empire, London. Info: 0208 354 3300.

Mon 13 - 15 Oct
REAL
Featuring Winston Rollins, one of the UK 's best jazz-funk trombone players through his work with Jools Holland, Jamiroquai, Incognito, Courtney Pine and the late, great James Brown. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. Adm: £20-£36. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Thurs 16 - 18 Oct
JON FADDIS QUINTET
When a 15 year old Faddis met the legendary trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, it was the start of a wonderful and highly productive friendship that was to last over three decades and inspire the young musician to follow in the great man's footsteps. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. Adm: £20-£36. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Fri 17 Oct
LAYE SOW
Singer-guitarist from Senegal and acoustic band perform a melodic groove of pan African blues and world beats. Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1.6.45pm-7.15pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Fri 17 Oct
IMPERIAL LEISURE
Imperial Leisure is an infectious and energetic hip hop flavoured ska hybrid of ten performers, with DJs on decks, two MCs, a singer, keyboards, drums, guitars and an impressive horn section. NeXt Gen gigs are suitable for 15+. ID will be required for the bar. Venue: Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin Street, Salisbury SP1 3UT. 7.30pm. Adm: £6. Info: 01722 321 744.

Sat 18 Oct
ROOTS MANUVA
Rodney Smith aka Roots Manuva returns with his fourth full album and a fresh live show. The man's voice and musical vision sounds as unique as ever on this amazing, freewheeling summation of his career so far. Venue: Shepherd's Bush Empire, London. Info: 0208 354 3300.

Sun 21 Oct
TOUMANI DIABATÉ
Don't miss this great opportunity to see Grammy winning kora player Toumani Diabaté live with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Clark Rundell. The concert will comprise of special arrangements of traditional West African music and Toumani's interpretation of traditional music. Venue: Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Hope Street, Liverpool. Time: 7.30pm. Adm: £15, £20. Info:1517093789 or http://www.liverpool

Thurs 23 Oct
LOST CHORDS UNSUNG SONGS
World Music with David Way (violin), Angela Caesar (soprano), and Philip Herbert (piano) in a special collaboration to celebrate through chamber music and art songs, a revelation of the hidden history of black composers - quite literally lost. Venue: Rich Mix, Arts & Culture, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6LA. 7.30pm. Adm: £12, conc £10. Info: 0207 613 7498.

Fri 24 Oct
THE DUB CLUB
With Lexxy; Rock Away; Sister Beloved; Nya Asania; Principal and Zakeyah. A night of roots rock reggae music. The weekly Dub Club sessions which was the home for the roots reggae community for over 12 years. Come dance and enjoy tune from old to new with Young Warrior at the controls plus a very special line up of guest vocal acts in honour of 2008 BHM. Venue: The Dome, Boston Arms, Dartmouth Park Hill, Tufnell Park, London N19. 10pm - 3am. Adm: £2. Info: 07973 759 029 / info@culturepromotions.com

Fri 24 & 25 Oct
FESTIVAL NEW ORLEANS
Celebrate New Orleans Music and Culture performances from over 20 bands and musicians direct from New Orleans including Dr. John, Allen Toussaint, Kermit Ruffins, Marcia Ball, BeauSoleil and a host of authentic New Orleans attractions, including a recreation of the French Quarter's famous Bourbon Street. Venue: The O2, Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX. Adm: Free. Info: www.TheO2.co.uk

Fri 24 Oct
ASKEW & AVIS
Vocalists create songs, rhythms and soundscapes with loops from a DJ and kora and West African calabash from Sura Susso mixing jazz, soul, R&B and folk. Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 6.15pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Fri 24 Oct
ROOTS DANCE
With the return of the Immaculate Roots Dance Warrior Jah Tubbys World System, Natty Professar and Full Crew. Featuring the Roots Entertainer Channel One with Mikey Dread at the Itrol, Ras Kayleb and Daughtas & The Mighty Aba-Shanti-I. Record stalls ~ Crafts ~ Visuals ~ Hot Food ~ Disabled access. Venue: SEOne Club, Weston Street, off Tooley Street, London SE1 3QX. 9pm-6am. Adm: £12 door. Info: 07745-229 970.

Sat 25 Oct
ANNABEL (LEE)
World Music: The Power of Peace: Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's renowned poem of untimely death, Annabel (lee) muses on the refrain 'in a kingdom by the sea...' as she whispers from beneath the currents, 'I shall never leave you'. Venue: Rich Mix Bar, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6LA. 7.30pm. Adm: £12, conc £10. Info: 0207 613 7498.

Mon 27 Oct
JANDIRA SILVA & CHICO CHAGAS
Performing the best of MPB (Brazilian Popular Music) with a mix of songs by Elis Regina, Djavan, Joao Bosco, Chico Buarque and others. Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 6.15pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Mon 27- 29 Oct
HEATHER SMALL
As the front-woman with multi-million selling, Manchester-based soul group M People, she is well known for her distinctive voice and incredible delivery, but has also forged herself a great solo career. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. Adm: £20-£36. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Wed 29 Oct
PETE LETANKA TRIO
Swinging piano player from South Africa and band. Venue: Djanogly Concert Pitch, National Theatre, South Bank, SE1. 5.55pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 452 3400.

Thurs 30 Oct - 1 Nov
ROY HAYNES
Haynes sixty year recording and performing career has informed him with a truly awesome sense of timing, swing and rhythm and he is rightly held in great regard as one of the most innovative drummers around. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Fri 30 Oct, 28 Nov, 19 Dec
CLUB AFRIQUE
Dream team DJ Fenta Zulu and MC Apollon have travelled across the African continent collecting the funkiest sounds. Playing the very best of soukous, makosa, ndmbolo, zouk, kwaito, mapoka, reggae, soca and afro-beats, you won't want to miss out on these unpparelled parties. Venue: The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4UU. 9pm. Adm: £6.

NOVEMBER

Sun 2 Nov
THE TEMPTATIONS
The Temptations are a Grammy-winning vocal group that achieved fame as one of the most successful acts to record for Motown Records. The group's repertoire has included, at various times during its five-decade career, R&B, doo-wop, funk, disco, soul, and adult contemporary music. Venue: Hammersmith Apollo, London. Info: www.hammersmithapollo.net

Tues 4 Nov
THE STYLISTICS
The Stylists, with their charisma, style and harmony are one of the longest standing, most accomplished soul bands to grace the R&B scene and continue to perform as only they can. Venue: Concert Hall, Fairfield, Park Hall, Park Lane, Croydon CR9. 8pm. Adm: £19.50. Info: 0208 688 9291/www.fairfield.co.uk.

Sat 8 Nov
OMAR
Soul supremo Omar's unique groove encompasses funk, latin jazz and hip hop. Plus support. Venue: The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford, London SE8 4AG. 7.30pm. Adm: £12, £15 door. Info: 0208 692 4446 / www.thealbany.org.uk

Fri 7 Nov
THE SONGS OF LIFE, SURVIVAL & EMPOWERMENT
A family-friendly, edutainment event combining music and sketches that will tell the story of the African-British experience of struggle, joy, socio-political issues and love. Venue: Bridge Park Complex in Stonebridge, London, NW10. 7pm-10pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 450 5987. / www.btwsc.com

Fri 14 Nov
ANDY ABRAHAM
X Factor contender struts his stuff. Venue: Concert Hall, Fairfield, Park Hall, Park Lane, Croydon CR9. 8pm. Adm: £24.50. Info: 0208 688 9291/www.fairfield.co.uk.

Fri 14 Nov
CARLEEN ANDERSON: JAZZ VOICE
The official opening of the London Jazz Festival, featuring: Melody Gardot, Carleen Anderson, Christine Tobin, Cleveland Watkiss, Liane Carroll, Madeleine Bell, and Nate James. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. 7.30pm Info: 0207 439 0747.

Fri 14 Nov
VINCENT HERRING & EARTH JAZZ AGENTS
Undoubtedly one of jazz's most important voices performing with a spirited band who delivers an energetic blend of jazz, funk and soul. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Sat 15 Nov
HERBIE HANCOCK SEXTET
A stunning line-up of contemporary jazz's leading players. Venue: Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London SE1. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Sat 15 Nov
DAVID SANCHEZ
A complete musician in every sense, Sanchez is a wonderfully welcome addition to 2008's list of artists. Venue: Pizza Express Jazz Club, 10 Dean Street, London W1. 8.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Sat 15, 17, 18, & 19 Nov
WEST END JAM
With an ace rhythm section and hosted by vocalist and trombonist Michael Mwseno, these sessions run nightly through the Festival except on Sundays. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. 10.30pm. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Sun 16 Nov
RICHARD BONA BAND & DANILO PEREZ TRIO
Electric bassist Bona blends jazz, Latin, African and Caribbean flavours and pianist Danilo Perez, adds a dash of South American colour to this musical excursion. Venue: The Barbican, Silk Street, London EC1. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Sun 16 Nov
GALLIANO & GONZALO RUBALCABA
Richard Galliano plays accordion alongside pianist Rubalcaba presenting a daring fusion of Italian, French and Cuban jazz styles. Venue: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, London SE1. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Sun 16 Nov
SOUL FAMILY
Hosted by soul singer Natalie Williams and her band, Soul Family Sunday this offers the chance to catch some of the best R&B, soul and jazz musicians in the UK up close and personal. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. 8pm. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Mon 17 & 18 Nov
WEST END JAM AT RONNIE'S
Hosted by vocalist and trombonist Michael Mwseno, these sessions run nightly through the Festival except on Sundays. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. 10.30pm. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Wed 19 Nov
HERBIE HANCOCK SEXTET
International artist Hancock graces both the Barbican and the Royal Festival Hall in the same Festival. Venue: The Barbican, Silk Street, London EC1. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Thurs 20 Nov
BUIKA
Mixing soul, jazz and funk with raw flamenco Buika's unique, smokey voice displays vocal depth, expression and emotion. Venue: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, London SE1. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Thurs 20 Nov
GARY CROSBY'S NU TROOP
Over the years, the lineup of Nu Troop has evolved and now features Denys Baptiste, Abram Wilson, Andrew McCormack, Rod Youngs and, the man himself, Gary. Venue: Spice of Life, 6 Moor Street, London W1 5NA. 8pm Info: 0207 437 7013.

Thurs 20, 21 & 22 Nov
WEST END JAM
Hosted by vocalist and trombonist Michael Mwseno, these sessions run nightly, except on Sundays and on Friday 14th. Venue: Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, 47 Frith Street, London W1D 4HT. 10.30pm. Info: 0207 439 0747.

Sat 22 Nov
CHUCHO VALDÉS
Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés combines the influences of jazz greats like Art Tatum and McCoy Tyner with his Afro-Cuban roots to dramatic effect. Venue: The Barbican, Silk Street, London EC1. 7.30pm. Info: 0207 386 1600.

Sat 29 Nov
OLA ONABULE
Super smooth soul combined with infectious Nigerian-inspired rhythms create Ola's unique style and has earned him a loyal London fan base. Venue: The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford, London SE8 4AG. 7.30pm. Adm: £10adv, £12 door. Info: 0208 692 4446 / www.thealbany.org.uk

DECEMBER

Fri 5 Dec
THE SKATALITES
Ska legends play their only London date this year, fusing boogie woogie , blues, R+B, jazz, calypso and African rhythms to create the classic Ska sound. Venue: The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford, London SE8 4AG. 7.30pm. Adm: £15 adv, £20 door. Info: 0208 692 4446 / www.thealbany.org.uk

Fri 12 Dec
GOSPEL CHRISTMAS SING-A-LONG
Festive outdoor performance featuring 10 glorious singers from the award-winning gospel group The Kingdom Choir. From Swing Low Sweet Chariot to Lean on Me with lush arrangements of your favourite Xmas carols, this heart-warming performance is guaranteed to chase away those winter chills. Venue: Outside Kensington Town Hall civic reception, Hornton Street, London W8 7NX. 1pm-1.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 361 3204.