Combat Jazz Tickets

Combat Jazz is a Brooklyn, NY-based band led by saxophonist John McQueeney. The project is celebrated for weaving a dynamic nexus of hard bop, world music, garage rock energy, and modal improvisation. Drawing on Afrobeat, surf, acid jazz, and bossa nova sensibilities, Combat Jazz creates improvisational textures that defy traditional jazz boundaries while staying rooted in groove and exchange.

Active within New York City's vibrant scene, Combat Jazz has released a series of independent recordings and has historically performed at local venues and small clubs, showcasing a collaborative spirit and a keen ear for eclectic soundscapes.

Biographical notes: Brooklyn-based saxophonist John McQueeney leads Combat Jazz in a project that embraces cross-genre exploration and fearless improvisation. The ensemble’s approach emphasizes live interaction, rhythmic propulsion, and a willingness to fuse disparate influences into cohesive performances. For updates, follow the band and John McQueeney on social channels and Bandcamp for discography details, tracks, and releases.

• Discography highlights include the Werewolf maxi single (2016) and Rover (3 track maxi-single) (2015), with earlier releases ZEBRA E.P. (2014) and Accidental Amber E.P. (2013).
• Upcoming tour details: Historically focused on NYC venues and small clubs; no public 2025 tour dates announced as of February 2026. Check Bandcamp and local press for the latest scheduling.