The Music of Otis Redding

A tribute evening marking sixty years since the death of soul singer Otis Redding, with London vocalist Reuben Richards joined by the eight-piece Jezebel Sextet at The Jazz Cafe in London.

This is a tribute night, and it is not affiliated with Otis Redding himself. London-based vocalist Reuben Richards sings Redding's repertoire with Otis-inspired vocals, backed by the Hammond organ and horn section of The Jezebel Sextet, an eight-piece band. The pairing brings together two UK soul acts, with the emphasis placed on brass and 1960s-style swing.

Among the numbers named for the evening are Hard to Handle and Try a Little Tenderness, alongside Respect, Love Man, My Girl and Mr. Pitiful. Each song is performed by the full group, with the organ and horns carrying the arrangements.

The night is aimed at listeners who want Redding's soul catalogue delivered by a brass-led ensemble. The Jazz Cafe is a London venue that hosts concerts and shows.