Known for their rich fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and experimental soundscapes, the group has carved out a unique space in the UK music scene. In this intimate conversation, they’ll share insights into their creative process, collaborations, composition, and the evolution of their sound.
Join us for an exclusive one hour chat on Monday 12th May.
- Exclusive for Ivors Academy members
- Limited tickets for non-members available.
Non-members can join for their first year for just £9.99 here. Join us for this one hour free in-conversation and get a taste of membership.
About Speakers Corner Quartet
Speakers Corner Quartet is a genre-defying band rooted in friendship, love, and the transformative power of music. Formed in 2006 as the house band for Brixton Jamm’s iconic open mic night, the group—flautist Biscuit, drummer Kwake Bass, violinist Raven Bush, and bassist Peter Bennie—has been making music together for over two decades. Their improvisational style and innovative compositions have helped shape South London’s vibrant musical landscape.
Deeply embedded in the community, they’ve collaborated with artists like Sampha, Kae Tempest, Tirzah, and Shabaka Hutchings, while nurturing rising talent such as Joe Armon-Jones. Their journey has included standout performances at Glastonbury and Montreux Jazz Festival, an Ivor Novello Award for “Geronimo Blues” featuring Kae Tempest, and sold-out shows at the Barbican and Bourse de Commerce. They also composed and performed new works with a 35-piece orchestra for Meltdown Festival, led a pioneering ICA residency exploring music and robotics, and scored the BAFTA-nominated BBC series Mr Loverman. Ever-evolving, Speakers Corner Quartet continues to push boundaries with a sound distinctively their own
