Traffic Jam Night at The Thirsty Scholar presents : We want Your soul

On Thursday 17th July, all lovers of Soul music are cordially invited to The Thirsty Scholar for a night of sweet soul music.

The regular Traffic Jam night hosted by Nathan Barratt is offering a satisfying helping of smooth, soulful vibes guaranteed to quench the thirst of any discerning reveller.

Split across two floors, the Line Up is full to the brim of talented acts from across the North West. DJ's will be spinning tracks from 9:30PM until 11:00PM and then live acts will follow.

Set times:

Dan Welsh - 20:30
From the time his grandmother bought him a piano at the age of seven, he has not stopped learning, writing and experimenting with music.

Photo credit: Dan Welsh

The Kaptivators: 21:30
"The Kaptivators are a Manchester based collective with funk and rhythm in their bones! Their sound is an eclectic mix of hip-hop, soul, electro and dub. Uplifting themes and social commentary form part of their story, the strong live set-up will rock you"

Photo credit: The Kaptivators

Pieces Of A Man: 22:30
Drawing inspiration from everything from the vaults through to the present day, POAM are funk-soul heavyweights, They present a strong, unique sound, showcasing original material that’s justifiably receiving acclaim wherever it’s heard.

Photo credit: Pieces Of A Man

Amique: 23:30
"An artist that defies categorisation. With a raw, funky sound and a brash  determination to fill the airwaves with the untouched soul and funk, Mercy Light, Exposure symbolises  a new  and exciting direction  for this 'Prince-ly Pop Auteur" - (Bido Lito UK)

Photo credit: Amique Vibe music

In addition to the live acts, there will be a collection of musicians determined to hit you with the rhythm:

Bipolar Bear - Producer / DJ from Romania
Forever Learning Tribe - revolutionary collective from Manchester who fuse live instruments with heavy lab made beats.
Bio Baraka - a sound that is tribal and hypnotic

The event is FREE and goes on until  3am 

So if you ready to get your funk on and listen to a great evening of Soul, this gig is a must for you. It's time to spread the soul love brothers and sisters.




Venue information:

The Thirsty Scholar

50 New Wakefield Street M1 5NP, Manchester M1 5NP

+44 161 236 6071