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On Sunday 14th June, DJ Perry Louis and the JazzCotech Crew celebrate 25 years of Shiftless Shuffle.

 

When we started, we never imagined it would still be going strong today. It has always been about the music and about keeping this incredible dance style alive.

 

The journey began during the heyday of Messin’ Around, the Saturday night Jazz, Funk, Latin and Boogie session at the Jazz Café, which I ran with Adrian Gibson and the JazzCotech Crew. Each week, alongside DJs, live bands and club sessions, the JazzCotech dancers performed a twenty-minute showcase to packed crowds.

 

Over ten years, those performances became iconic. JazzCotech dancers became the most featured act in the venue’s history, and it sparked a wave of club nights, teaching projects and performances around the world. Something we remain very proud of.

 

The name Shiftless Shuffle comes from the Herbie Hancock track on the album *Mr Hands* — a true dancefloor jazz anthem, and the music we used to open our show when supporting Maceo Parker at the Forum in Kentish Town. It was never just a name. It felt like movement, rhythm and history.

 

Twenty-five years later, we are still moving. Still grooving. Still shifting and shuffling. Keeping UK Dancefloor Jazz alive.

 

Special Guest: Nicola Conte

For this milestone, we welcome Nicola Conte for an exclusive DJ set. A world-renowned producer, guitarist and bandleader, Nicola brings a deep musical vision to the decks with a rare vinyl-only session. Expect a rich journey through 70s Soul, Rare Funk, Afro-Spiritual Jazz, Brazilian sounds and forward-thinking deep grooves. Always elegant, always soulful.

 

& Special Guest: DJ Lorne Daley

A true lifer in the UK scene, Lorne has been representing Jazz, Funk, Soul and Boogie since the 1970s. From early days digging UK 7-inchs and US imports to building respected sessions across Hampshire, his sound is rooted in deep crates and authentic Dancefloor knowledge.

 

Now delivering powerful sessions from the Woodstock Suite in Andover, Lorne brings heavyweight grooves and a DJ’s DJ approach every time.

 

Hosted by DJ Perry Louis

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With JazzCotech merchandising

The Pusher Man (Hugh Albert)

Photography by Just Jaq photography with Dave Roland.

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See you on the dance floor!​

DJ Perry Louis 

& The JazzCotech Crew