The 1865
Huge thanks to everyone who came to see us at The 1865 Southampton last night where we shared the evening with the wonderful The Blackheart Orchestra .Sound by Ben and lights by Nikki were spot on! Thanks to Geoff and … Continued
On the road (again)
What a fab weekend it has been! On Saturday we were at Wrecking Ball Hull where local girl Carrie Martin started the evening with her lovely singing and guitar playing (and love that dulcimer, Carrie!). The room was a joy … Continued
Trading Boundaries
Just back from a fantastic weekend at Trading Boundaries LIVE with my brother Steve Hackett and his merry band! All thanks to Michael, Tracy, Ollie and the rest of the lovely staff for their hospitality – great to have the … Continued
The Forum Arts Centre
Thanks so much to everyone who came along to The Forum Music Centre last night. What a lovely audience! Not only did I have the pleasure of joining Ms Amy Birks for her opening set of exquisite songs (ably accompanied … Continued
Weekend bopping
On Friday night at The Greystones, Sheffield it warmed the cockles of my heart to see some members of the audience bopping wildly away to Burnt Down Trees (among others) – please bring your lovely family to all our gigs, … Continued
Hacktrax News – July 2021
John Hackett We are delighted to announce that the new album for flute and guitar “The Goldfinch” by John and Nick will be released on Friday 30 July. The album features arrangements of music by Bach, Handel and Vivaldi. All … Continued
Hacktrax News – May 2020
As this lockdown goes on, I continue to think of all our friends across the globe and all those who have been so badly affected by this terrible virus. I am thankful for being fortunate enough to do some work … Continued
Hacktrax News – March 2020
Now that the Christmas decorations have been put away, thank you letters have been written and New Year resolutions have been quietly forgotten, our thoughts turn to the year ahead. Here at John Hackett Band headquarters we have kicked off … Continued
Hacktrax News – December 2019
Last year ended on a high literally as I found myself half-way up a mountain in Italy for the spectacular annual nativity in Cerqueto. This year is no less exciting as we play our final John Hackett Band gig for … Continued
Greetings from Italy
It was great to return to Cerqueto, Italy – the scene of the amazing Nativity presentation that took place on Boxing Day, and to see the village in daylight…