Samara featuring Rachael Calladine

SAMARA is a five-piece jazz/Latin group led by the 606 Club's own "Guv'nor" Steve Rubie on sax and flute, and suffice it to say we all think the guys in the band are just great! The pianist Neil Angilley works with Vanessa Mae, Shirley Bassey and “Down to the Bone”, Dill Katz, the bass player is visiting professor at the Guildhall, while Nic France the drummer has worked with just about everyone, including Dave Gilmore (Pink Floyd) and Bill Withers. Originally from Derby, singer Rachael Calladine moved to Dubai in 2009, where she worked at the highest level, including appearances at Dubai International Jazz Festival, Dubai World Cup, Taste of Dubai and The Chillout Festival. Before this move, Racheal was a regular singer with Samara at the 606, so her relationship with the club is a long one! The music is an infectious blend of Brazilian Samba, jazz/Latin and Soul, and everyone has a great time!

“Cracking Latin-jazz quintet led by 606 proprietor Steve Rubie on flute and alto saxophone…explores these Latin jazz classics in great rhythmic style” Time Out; “What a voice!” Ian Shaw