Justin Quinn [guitar]

Carlos Lopez-Real [alto saxophone]

Martin France [drums]

Tom Arthurs [trumpet]

Oli Hayhurst [bass]

Identifiable by the strength of writing and a finely tuned group aesthetic, Bakehouse is a distinct, innovative band, deep rooted in the contemporary scene. Full of contradictions; relaxed yet aggressive, abstract yet concise, fresh textural narratives exploring influences from jazz and rock to 20th century composition, flamenco and bluegrass.

PRESS 

"A tremendous new talent"

Mojo, Jazz Album of the year, 2005

"Quinn's playing is enthralling throughout and gives the group's elegantly wrought music much cohesion"

Record Collector

"Eloquent original pieces ... A debut of undeniable promise"

Echoes

"Another new UK-based band turning heads with its music"

Record Collector

"Marvellous compositions [...] Convincingly jagged, serene, tranquil, provocative, reassuring and strangely beautiful all at once [...] Quinn takes the honours; a startlingly fresh and deeply individual talent" Mojo

"An extremely promising debut from someone who, as well as being an accomplished guitarist, knows a thing or two about how to create music that sings, soars and tells stories [...] There's a striking maturity to new London band Bakehouse."

Jazzwise

"Bakehouse deserves to find a place on the post-modern jazz lovers' shelves around John Scofield and Bill Frisell [...] Before I forget turns out to be a subtle grower, its insistent harmonies layered on top of repeated phrases, insinuating in the ear. [...] I'm already looking forward to the next Bakehouse CD."

Jazz Review

"A lovely rounded voice.....notes fall from the instrument like dripping mercury."

Jazz Review

"Before I Forget is an angular, classy piece of work."

Guitar and Bass

Recordings
Bakehouse, Before I forget, March 2005, F-IRE, F-IRECD 06