Finn Rees with support from Rachel Kitchlew + Mr Bongo DJs

Finn Rees at 93 Feet East

Finn Rees is a Tasmanian born, London based pianist, composer and producer who has built up an eclectic reputation for his music work both in ‘Australia’and internationally over the last decade. He has a knack for capturing emotions and intriguing minds, whatever medium he chooses and can be seen performing and collaborating in some of the most forward thinking projects such as 30/70, Close Counters, Sholto, Seed. Ensemble, Allysha Joy, Chip Wickham, Audrey Powne and more.

Drawn to jazz from a young age his influences come from some of the most inventive jazz artists such as Alice Coletrane, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea or Brazilian legends Arthur Verocai or Azymuth. His debut record ‘Dawn Is A Melody’came out on tastemaker label Mr Bongo records in 2024. This much anticipated venture into his solo work explores a new synergy between modal and spiritual jazz, psychedelic soul, lush orchestral arrangements and heartfelt piano and features some of Melbourne’s finest musicians.

This special live show will feature support from British harpist Rachel Kitchlew, known for her blend of jazz and rhythmic ambient music. As well as DJs from the iconic Mr Bongo, the Brighton based independent record label, specialising in world music, with releases from some of the finest Brazilian, Latin, reggae, African and Jazz artists including Ebo Taylor, Jorge Ben and more.

This event is promoted by Brick Lane Jazz Festival as part of our year-round event series, Brick Lane Sound, championing the artists, labels and parties we're most excited about, both nationally and internationally.