Bringing the unmistakable energy and excitement of New York City’s nightlife to the heart of Central London, David Rhodes’ highly anticipated sell-out soirée will make its European debut at The Crazy Coqs this April. SOIR NOIR: A Nightclub Confidential invites audiences to step into a world of glamorous nostalgia, where the allure of private, exclusive parties hosted by the social elite in the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s is reimagined for today’s audience. This immersive experience transports guests to an era of jazz, sophistication, and intimate musical gatherings, all set against the backdrop of New York and London’s most iconic nightclubs.
David Rhodes will take songs known and loved from a bygone era and draw them into the present day, whilst still maintaining the core and much-loved characteristics from such an influential period for music. SOIR NOIR: A Nightclub Confidential will take place in the cozy setting of live music and cabaret venue The Crazy Coqs, offering audiences a chance to experience the nostalgia of the 1940s to 1960s. Reminiscent of the intimacy of a New York bar in the late 20th century with musical direction from Simon Beck, Rhodes will be positioned around a baby grand piano and joined by partner Jake Oswell for an evening of jazz, swing, rock ‘n’ roll and all the hits from a time gone by.
Rhodes’ aspiration for SOIR NOIR: A Nightclub Confidential was to offer a musical oasis for audiences and himself, in order to escape the troubles in the world and strip life back to simpler times. During this creative process, Rhodes found his own voice by stepping into the shoes of the masterful composers and artists from the past, putting a new spin on the works that made them famous.
Performer, Producer and Writer David Rhodes comments, Everything old is new again. The songs popularised in nightclubs in the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s resonate today both melodically and lyrically as powerfully as they did during their heyday. The musical craftsmanship and poignant lyrics of the Golden Era of Nightclubs stand the test of time and will likely be interpreted and sung until the end of time.
