Ian Shaw returns to The Verdict Jazz Club with a performance that promises world-class jazz, sharp storytelling, and an unforgettable live experience. One of the UK’s most distinctive and celebrated jazz vocalists, Shaw is renowned for performances that are intelligent, emotionally charged, and consistently engaging—perfectly matched to the intimate, listening-focused atmosphere of The Verdict.

A multiple BBC Jazz Award winner and MOBO-nominated artist, Ian Shaw has built an international reputation as a singer who combines virtuosic technique with fearless musical curiosity. His recordings are critically acclaimed, but it is on stage—up close and personal—where Shaw truly shines. At The Verdict, audiences can expect a performance full of spontaneity, warmth, and connection, with every song shaped by the moment and the room.

Shaw has appeared at leading venues and festivals worldwide, including Ronnie Scott’s, the London Jazz Festival, and the Montreal Jazz Festival, and has collaborated with major figures of contemporary jazz such as…