Guitarist Nash Lee (12 Tone Diamonds, Rabid Hawk) leads a dynamic  quartet featuring Melbourne saxophone great Julien Wilson, powerhouse drummer Sam Bates and rising bass force Charlie Rank.

Together they explore deep rhythmic interplay and melodic conversation - blending lyricism, groove and open improvisation in equal measure.

Lee’s roots trace back to the vibrant North Coast scene of the ’90s, where he was mentored by rhythm visionary Greg Sheehan and guitar master Jim Kelly. Now based in Melbourne, he continues to refine his voice within the jazz tradition while keeping a fearless, exploratory edge.

Each week features a completely different lineup and a fresh slice of improvised Melbourne mayhem in the communal spirit of workshopping number diamonds, original improvised music and exploring the standard repertoire.

Wed 06 May - Badger on the Paddock | Feat. Tom Fryer, Julian Banks, Nick Delaney, Arron Light

Wed 13 May -  'Heavy Traffic' | Charlie Smith piano, Harry Travis on alto, Emiliano Treleani bass and Dan Clarke drums

Wed 20 May - 'Pending Approval' Phil Day (trumpet), Gergo Stopic (sax), Jeremy Poole-Johnson (keys), Seba Negri (bass), Paul Whitwood (drums) + 'Rabid Hawk' feat Julien wilson , Sam Bates, Charlie Rank

Wed 27 May - Ben Carr Trio | Tom Lee, Arron Mcollough & 'Rabid Hawk'  |  James Sherlock, Nash Lee, Julien wilson , Sam bates & Charlie Rank

$20 at the door