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Watch RICHARD SPAVEN TRIO team up with Cleveland Watkiss for an exclusive live performance: YAMAHA SESSIONS #5

With the “Yamaha Sessions” series, Yamaha Music shines a spotlight on established musicians for a pure musical performance, giving artists the time and platform to present their art to a dedicated audience. In the latest edition Yamaha Music welcome Spaven to the stage for a unique set, accompanied by his trio: Robin Mullarkey (bass) and Stuart McCallum (guitar), plus special guest - virtuoso vocalist Cleveland Watkiss.

With the “Yamaha Sessions” series, Yamaha Music shines a spotlight on established musicians for a pure musical performance, giving artists the time and platform to present their art to a dedicated audience. In the latest edition Yamaha Music welcome Spaven to the stage for a unique set, accompanied by his trio: Robin Mullarkey (bass) and Stuart McCallum (guitar), plus special guest - virtuoso vocalist Cleveland Watkiss.

Richard Spaven´s unique, subtle style of drumming has made him a sought after performer among successful global artists such as José James, Flying Lotus, The Cinematic Orchestra and Gregory Porter to name a few. José James referred to Rich as “one of the most unique artists in the world” and hypes his personal style as “the point where jazz meets the world.”

With the “Yamaha Sessions” series Yamaha Music shines a spotlight on established musicians for a pure musical performance, giving artists the time and platform to present their art to a dedicated audience. In the latest edition Yamaha Music welcome Spaven to the stage for a unique set, accompanied by his trio: Robin Mullarkey (bass) and Stuart McCallum (guitar), plus special guest - virtuoso vocalist Cleveland Watkiss.

Bassist Robin Mullarkey is an established London musician with an eclectic and accomplished musical history; recent projects include recordings and live performances with Jacob Collier and Natalie Williams.

Guitarist Stuart McCullum adds his beautiful ambient-electronica-jazz soundscape to the session. Stuart who also writes and records with his own project has a wealth of experience in many different musical environments and genres.

Yamaha Session #5 | Richard Spaven Trio feat. Cleveland Watkiss

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