Speakers Corner Quartet are a London-based jazz group active since 2006. The group consists of Peter Bennie, Raven Bush, Biscuit, Jerelle Jacob and Kwake Bass.

Background

The quartet begins as the house band at the Brixton hip hop and spoken-word event known as Speakers Corner. Its line-up includes flute, drums, cello and contrabass, and the group is closely associated with the idea that music has mental, physical and spiritual value.

Style and context

The group works within jazz, with connections to hip hop and spoken word through its origins and early performance setting.