Shakatak at The Maltings – Ely, United Kingdom

See Shakatak Live in Ely on Saturday, April 11, 2026, Doors Open at 19:30

 
SHAKATAK – the UK’s coolest band – THEIR GREATEST HITS AND COOL TRACKS SHOW.
“This music still glows as brightly as that first hearing…Shakatak aren’t just a band, they were the soundtrack to our lives” RONNIE SCOTT’S House Magazine (UK)”A wild diversity seldom found anymore… tons of rhythmic and stylistic variety…slamming” JAZZIZ Magazine (USA) 
Shakatak have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely paralleled in contemporary music but then Shakatak is a particularly unusual group. Because of the nature of their music their fan base is one that is far reaching while always retaining an “underground” element. This paradox sees the band, who are known primarily as serious jazz/funk musicians, enjoying both high “cult” status and instant recognition as a household name due to their numerous hit recordings. 
In the past 6 years the band have performed concert dates in the UK, Mexico, Germany, Holland, Azerbaijan, Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Bulgaria and Slovakia plus club dates at the prestigious Billboard, Blue Note & Cotton Clubs in Japan. In December 2011 Shakatak headlined at the Penang Island Jazz Festival and played a concert date in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Their brand new release is “In The Blue Zone” which features guest appearances by the UK’s top jazz singer Liane Carroll and Germany’s super-star trumpeter Till Bronner. 
Throughout their 40 year career Shakatak have released over 50 CDs plus 3 DVDs and most of the band’s extensive back catalogue is available world-wide on iTunes. 
For live performances the band consists of the four original members Bill Sharpe (keys), Jill Saward (lead voc, perc & flt), Roger Odell (drs) & George Anderson (bs gtr), augmented with a guitarist and a backing vocalist/saxophonist, producing a musically dynamic and entertaining show from the 6 piece line-up. 
This show is reserved seating.
All enquiries / disabled bookings directly through the Box Office on 01256 416384.

Why Book with LocalTixs?

Searching for Shakatak tickets doesn’t have to be stressful. At LocalTixs.co, we list every upcoming Shakatak event through detailed event pages that include ticket links, so fans can buy the best seats at the best price. Not only can you find important event details for this event, but also for all upcoming events at The Maltings, and across Ely, United Kingdom, ensuring you never miss a show. So always think of LocalTixs.co when you’re looking for Shakatak tickets near you or planning a trip for a special occasion. LocalTixs provides an easy way to browse local events, dates, and venues.

Planning to attend an event at The Maltings

Here’s what all Shakatak fans must know before attending an event at The Maltings. To ensure a stress-free experience, we recommend arriving at the venue at least 45 to 60 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. This allows ample time for navigating local Ely traffic, securing parking, standing in long wait lines and passing through venue security.

Don’t wait, secure your Shakatak event tickets today before this Music Event sells out. For fans searching to see what ticket options are available, from Shakatak VIP packages, front-row experiences, or even general admission cheap Shakatak tickets, simply use our “Tickets-RSVP” links provided below. You’ll be directed to well-known, industry-leading ticketing sites where your ticket authenticity and seat selection are 100% guaranteed.

Experience the very best that Ely nightlife and entertainment has to offer with LocalTixs.

Tickets-RSVP Link