Etuk Ubong

Doors 6.30pm | Performance 8pm & 8.30pm on Fridays | Event Calendar CLICK HERE
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ETUK UBONG + THE ETUK PHILOSOPHY
LONDON COMMUNE

Etuk Ubong is a Nigerian trumpeter, composer, and bandleader known for his unique fusion of Afrobeat, highlife, jazz, and the ritualistic drumming of Ekombi. His music is vibrant, energetic, and spiritually driven, reflecting his heritage and life philosophy of goodwill, peace, and love for humanity. With compositions that are both politically charged and deeply rooted in his cultural background, Ubong’s sound has drawn comparisons to prominent UK artists such as Shabaka Hutchings and Sons of Kemet, yet remains distinctly Nigerian.






Etuk has developed his original style, which he calls “Earth Music.” Often fast-paced and thought-provoking, his performances feature his band called Etuk Philosophy.




“Bloody hell Etuk Ubong ‘Purpose Of Creation’ is fantastic, where does that dirty crunchy sound come from” Gilles Peterson, BBC 6 Music



Etuk’s live performances have taken him to prestigious venues and festivals across the UK, Europe, and beyond. His notable performances include the Roundhouse and Jazz Café in London, Ronnies Scott, and the Royal Albert Hall, as well as multiple appearances at the Roskilde Festival in Denmark and Africa Festival Hertme in Netherlands. He will also be performing at WOMEX festival in Finland this October 2025.

- +44 20 3930 4000
- General venue inquiries: +44 20 3930 4001

- Located at main reception desk
- Valid photo ID required for pickup
- Available 1 hour before event start time
- Reservation confirmation must be presented

- Gantry Hotel underground parking available
- Validated parking for venue guests
- Limited street parking nearby
- Hourly rate: £15-£25
- Nearest public parking: Royal Victoria Dock car park

- Wheelchair accessible ground floor
- Dedicated accessible restrooms
- Ramp entry available
- Companion seats adjacent to wheelchair spaces
- Advanced reservation recommended for accessibility needs

- Smart casual dress code
- No outside food or beverages
- Valid government-issued ID required for alcohol service
- No smoking inside venue
- Photography permitted with management consent

- Children under 12 must be accompanied by adult
- Family-friendly until 8:00 PM
- No unaccompanied minors after 8:00 PM
- High chairs available
- Children's menu options offered