A group of three musicians, all very familiar to Barnaby's audiences but never heard before in this combination of a classic Jazz Trio of Piano, Bass and Drums! They play jazz standards & some more rare pieces from the repertoire of artists like Oscar Peterson, Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett and more. Andy Nunn - Piano - has years of professional experience as a musician and composer including recording and writing with artists Jonathan Jeremiah, Goldheart Assembly, Polly Paulusma, Delilah, Kathryn Williams, Joel Edwards, Wrenne, Pete Molinari and Roland Gift and touring internationally with Bluetones, Mark Morriss, Emiliana Torrini and Morcheeba. Andy is also a musical director & writer for musical theatre and dance productions and a multi instrumentalist. As well as being a fine jazz pianist he is also an in-demand educator with experience as a private music tutor and as Head of Music in Ofsted outstanding Primary and Secondary schools in London. Mike Stock - Double Bass - has performed and studied worldwide. Prior to winning a Scholarship to study at the prestigious Grove School of Music in Los Angeles where he studied with some of the leading US bassists and with the legendary Dick Grove, Mike had worked […]

Bjorn Dahlberg + Matt Jackson - Bluesy Jazz Afternoon. Great drinks, food and vibes. Björn is a familiar sax and clarinet musician in jazz circles locally and across the south with a variety of bands including Bjorn’s Brothers Of Rhythm. He plays an infectious brand of swing, blues and latin American jazz. Matt Jackson plays regularly with Sister Suzie and oozes blues + rockabilly

Latin Vibes - Local Musicians, led by Kevin Mulitsa on flute.

John Donaldson San Sebastian Festival and British Jazz Awards winner, John Donaldson has played with the many of the greats: Freddie Hubbard, Eddie Henderson, Art Farmer, John Handy, Don Weller, Norma Winstone, Steve Grossman, Eric Alexander and Art Themen.   He worked with a reformed Gentle Giant which included original members Kerry Minnear and Gary Green, touring as 'Three Friends' in North America, Japan and Europe. John began playing jazz while attending Cambridge Art College, as part of the Cambridge Modern Jazz Club’s house rhythm section in the 1970’s, alongside Chucho Merchan, Nic France, Before that he'd with played with the art rock band Armada, Arthur Brown, Lenny Zakatek and Viv Stanshall's backing band Big Grunt. He's also worked as accompanist for a wide range of artists from Larry Adler to Nigel Kennedy Since 2016, he has been Pete Brown's writing partner and musical director, collaborating as producer, co-writer and musical director on Pete's last album 'The Shadow Club' which features Eric Clapton, Joe Bonomassa, Arthur Brown, Bobby Rush, Bernie Marsden, Carla Olson, Matt Schofield and many more. He also wrote string arrangements and appeared with Pete on 'Heavenly Cream '.  ​As an improvisor, he is best known for his […]

Afrit Nebula is a trio playing adventurous, original music influenced by avant-jazz, rock, Middle Eastern and Afro-Cuban styles. Elaine Edwards – saxes, flute, keyboard Ken Edwards – bass guitar, vocal Yair Katz – drums, guitar, vocal “…brisk, rhythmically forceful music, with a heavy Middle Eastern leaning.” Jazz Journal

Flywheel Newly formed band presenting a set of tunes written by the leading exponents of Hurdy Gurdy. Performing this time as a duo with Rob Leake and Ed Blakely, debuting the Hurdy Gurdy at Barnaby's, expect expansive textures and dance-inducing grooves with full-on folk melody. The Tim Hoyte Band Another recently formed Trio first seen at a Tom Waits-themed charity event 2023, now seen here with a substantial new repertoire featuring the compositions of Tim Hoyte: uniquely crafted songs with all the quirk and charm that we expect from this much loved Hastings talent. Tim Hoyte: guitar and vocals Alena Eksteen: keys Rob Leake: Clarinet Home-made pasta, Burgers and more. Opening night for Chef Chris Powell starring @ Barnaby's

LIVE MUSIC from the Tim Hoyte + Friends from 5.00pm. MENU from Chef Christopher Powell FROM 4.00PM Bio : took a keen interest in cooking from as early as five, helping and learning from his Grandmother in her Welsh farm house kitchen. At 14 on weekends he began his official training, in a renowned restaurant with three rosettes, near Hay On Wye, learning many vital skills. Growing up He went on to work in various establishments around that same area , Then came his four year stay  in Rome, where he quickly learnt Italian, and Cristiano Catapano took him under his wing. Chris perfected the art of pasta making, along with many more skills. His Head Chef at that time now owns his own Michelin star restaurant in Milan. Christopher then moved to Brighton and worked as a Senior Sous Chef in two five- star hotels, then becoming a Head Chef in an independently owned restaurant in Haywards Heath, designing and creating his own menu. His next move with his Wife, was to the wonderful Hastings where he continues as the Head Chef in The Chequers Inn in Battle. Now Head Chef Christopher is presenting his very own “pop up” […]

https://lu.ma/Writerscafe Come and write with us! Weekly 2-hour silent coworking sessions followed by a cuppa & chat downstairs. Every Tue and Thu, 3-5 pm, at Barnaby's Bar. It's free, but please register as space is limited

Open Mic Starts from 7.00pm Hosted by Konarucchi MENU from Chef Christopher Powell from 4.00pm Bio : took a keen interest in cooking from as early as five, helping and learning from his Grandmother in her Welsh farm house kitchen. At 14 on weekends he began his official training, in a renowned restaurant with three rosettes, near Hay On Wye, learning many vital skills. Growing up He went on to work in various establishments around that same area , Then came his four year stay  in Rome, where he quickly learnt Italian, and Cristiano Catapano took him under his wing. Chris perfected the art of pasta making, along with many more skills. His Head Chef at that time now owns his own Michelin star restaurant in Milan. Christopher then moved to Brighton and worked as a Senior Sous Chef in two five- star hotels, then becoming a Head Chef in an independently owned restaurant in Haywards Heath, designing and creating his own menu. His next move with his Wife, was to the wonderful Hastings where he continues as the Head Chef in The Chequers Inn in Battle. Now Head Chef Christopher is presenting his very own “pop up” restaurant in […]

On Tuesday 26 August at 7.00pm we’ll be hosting our bi-weekly Open Mic. Anyone of any skill level is welcome, you don’t need to bring anything (but can if you want to), we will supply a PA, guitar and piano. This is a light-hearted and inclusive space, so no pressure and have fun! Please note open mic dates in September: Tues 2nd and Tues 23rd. Burgers / Home-made Pasta + More Available From Chef Chris Powell Starring @ Barnaby's Every Monday and Tuesday

You are invited to … (DRUMROLL) … the launch of … (FANFARE) … the quirky, spiky intriguing, first-ever … (GUITAR RIFF) … BarnaZine! (AUDIENCE GASP) This issue of BarnaZine celebrates the musicians, artists and writers at Barnaby’s Lounge. Join us for a drink, readings, and performances. Not to be missed! Bring friends. No booking needed. Details in the poster …

Robert Rotifer The Austrian musician, pop critic and radio DJ comes to Hastings for a special one-off gig. Known for his own unusual and quirky songs about mixed feelings his songs include beautiful guitar-led melodies and wistful lyrics. He was born in Vienna and moved to England in the 1990s and is based in Canterbury. He works with Helen McCookerybook and releases on Gare du Nord Records. Hastings Online Times Article