Danny Monk

New artists, emerging talent, diverse voices and brilliant musicians: this is our monthly evening devoted to spotlighting some of the best original music around, across a host of genres encompassing jazz, funk, soul, folk and pop (as well as everything in between). Our art deco basement, known for its brilliant acoustics and intimate atmosphere, is proud to showcase fine talents at affordable ticket prices – perfect for a great night out in the West End.

Danny Monk is a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and mix engineer, born and raised in London with a prolific musical background serving established indie rock talent (Father John Misty, Flyte, The Kooks). “The Cure for Sadness” is the first record under his own name and as an artist.

Danny is steeped in 70s west coast sonic traditions and blends this with a contemporary indie lo/hifi edge. Universal existential questions lie at the album’s lyrical heart, shaped by sharply observed stories drawn from his past. The songs draw solace from the small things in life, and reflect Danny’s belief that music is indeed the cure for sadness.

Supported by his full band (drums, bass, guitar, keys, synths and saxophone), this will be the first time the album is played live, in its entirety. So it begins…