f54 presents
The John Martyn Project 2025
Exuberant. Uniting. Stellar musicians celebrate their hero.
One evening at the Jazz Cafe, Camden in 2018, six artists came together in celebration of John Martyn’s music. It was an evening of deep connection, not just to John’s music, but also with a unique community of John Martyn fans. That night saw the sparks of what was to become ‘The John Martyn Project’ – an ongoing homage to a truly pioneering and unique musical soul.
Each bringing their own story and relationship to John’s music, they continue to keep the spirit of his music alive whilst collecting stories and insights from the crowds they play to.
With thanks to John and those that find connection in his music.
Need to know
Venue: Sage Two Theatre Layout
Price: £24.80 (advance price) £28.10 (on the door price)
Stage Times:
7.30pm – 8pm Doors to Sage Two
8pm – 9pm Set one
9pm – 9.30pm Interval
9.30pm – 10.30pm Set two
Age: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult
Who's in The John Martyn Project?
Blythe Pepino
Blythe released her debut as front-woman of Vaults, sung on that year’s John Lewis Christmas ad and toured with London Grammar in 2016 but she’s stayed authentic, subsequently pursuing her penchant for the strange and leftfield with new band, Mesadorm.
Kit Hawes
Kit’s a virtuoso guitarist, composer, singer songwriter and mandolin enthusiast who honed his craft growing up in a musical family. He’s got a reputation as a top class instrumentalist working with Seth Lakeman, Cara Dillon and Yola.
Pete Josef
Pete’s a soul singer at heart, but his skills as a multi-instrumentalist have led to interesting situations. Collaborating with Roni Size, Reprazent, and more recently Rag ’n’ Bone Man along with touring in Kelis’ live band. His debut album ‘Colour’ featured at Gilles Peterson’s Worldwide Awards.
Sam Brookes
Sam’s 2011 eponymous debut album saw him named the Sunday Times ‘Breaking Act’ and his follow up Kairos was picked as one of the best albums of 2014 by The Independent. Considerable streaming success and support slots for Willy Mason, Scott Matthews and Joan Armatrading have earned Sam a dedicated following.
John Blakeley & Jon Short
This duo form a uniquely creative and original rhythm section who over the years have played together in variations incarnations with such artists as Yola, Sheelanagig and No Go Stop.
