Jake Painter

Freelance Trumpet player based in London

Jake has gigged, toured and recorded with some of the UK's top acts. His instantly recognisable sound and creative improvisation together with his professional approach have earned him a solid reputation on the London circuit.

Jake is also an experienced backing vocalist providing a unique trumpet and backing vocals option for many bands.

Recent work includes:

  • Culture Club (UK Gigs)
  • The Streets (Recording sessions)
  • The Go Team (Radio 1 live show)
  • Vampire Weekend (Radio 1 live show)
  • Goodbooks (Recording Session)
  • Friendly Fires (Recording Session)
  • Maroon Town (Worldwide Tour)
  • Yeti Intelligence ( Recording session)
  • Absentee (European Tour)
  • Frankie Morales w/ La Clave (Salsa)
  • The Masque of the Red Death (Lead trumpet for BAC show)
  • La Pachanga (Salsa gigs)
  • The John Huckridge and Jerry Gibbs Big Band
  • The Matzoh Boys (London Klezmer band)

Jake has also become well known for his Trumpet over DJ appearances and is a popular choice with DJ's for his soulfull trumpet hooks and loops. He has played in the likes of Cargo and The Ministry of sound In London, as well as Sanky's and The Ampersand in Manchester.

Listen to Jake Play

Latin trumpet for TV add

Salsa Trumpet solo

Salsa Horn Section

Funk

Pop session

Nu Jazz / pop Solo

To book Jake for your gig or session go to the contact page.


"Painter's sumptuous, Guy Barker-style horn blasts propel it to another plane altogether" Whisperin and Hollerin review of The Beans EP Sun is Shining