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Johnny Hates Jazz

Formed in 1986

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Johnny Hates Jazz tour dates 2026

Johnny Hates Jazz has 14 upcoming shows between Thursday, October 29, 2026 and Thursday, November 25, 2027, all in the United Kingdom. The next one is on Thursday, October 29, 2026, in Carlisle, United Kingdom (Old Fire Station).

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Tour dates by city: Carlisle · Hertford · Southampton · Poole · Exeter · Bilston · Manchester · Nottingham · Lincoln · Glasgow · Edinburgh · Falmouth · Newport · London

More concerts: United Kingdom

Tour dates elsewhere: Bandsintown · Songkick

About

Johnny Hates Jazz are a British pop band that consists of Clark Datchler (songwriter, vocalist, keyboards) and Mike Nocito (guitarist, bassist, producer, engineer). Formed in 1986 by Datchler, Nocito, and Calvin Hayes (drums, keyboards, producer), Johnny Hates Jazz achieved international success beginning in April 1987 with their second single, "Shattered Dreams", which reached Number 5 in the United Kingdom and Number 2 in the United States. Their self-produced debut 1988 album, Turn Back the Clock, sold four million copies, reached Number 1 on the U.K. album charts, and spawned two more Top 20 singles, "Heart of Gold", and "I Don't Want to Be a Hero".

The band conceived the name "Johnny Hates Jazz" at a party in which Mike Nocito's brother-in-law broke a vinyl record by Dave Brubeck, a famous American jazz pianist. In response to the broken record, the wife of a friend of producer Phil Thornalley remarked, "Johnny Hates Jazz," which became the band's name.

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Johnny Hates Jazz est un groupe de musique pop anglais formé en 1986 par les Anglais Clark Datchler (chant, claviers, guitare), Calvin Hayes (claviers, batterie) et l'Américain Mike Nocito (basse).

En avril 1987, le groupe connait un succès international avec son premier single, intitulé Shattered Dreams.

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Questions about Johnny Hates Jazz’s tour

When is Johnny Hates Jazz’s next show?

Johnny Hates Jazz’s next show is on Thursday, October 29, 2026, in Carlisle, United Kingdom (Old Fire Station).

How many shows does Johnny Hates Jazz have in 2026?

Johnny Hates Jazz has one show listed in 2026, in one city.

Where is Johnny Hates Jazz touring in 2026?

Johnny Hates Jazz is scheduled to play in Carlisle (United Kingdom), Hertford (United Kingdom), Southampton (United Kingdom), Poole (United Kingdom), Exeter (United Kingdom), Bilston (United Kingdom), Manchester (United Kingdom), Nottingham (United Kingdom) and 6 other cities.

When does Johnny Hates Jazz play in Carlisle?

Johnny Hates Jazz plays in Carlisle on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Old Fire Station.

When does Johnny Hates Jazz play in Hertford?

Johnny Hates Jazz plays in Hertford on Friday, May 21, 2027 at Hertford Corn Exchange.

When does Johnny Hates Jazz play in Southampton?

Johnny Hates Jazz plays in Southampton on Saturday, May 22, 2027 at The Brook.

Where can I buy tickets for Johnny Hates Jazz?

Each date in the list above links to its ticket page when there is one, through sellers such as bandsintown.com.

Where can I listen to Johnny Hates Jazz?

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How do I keep up with new Johnny Hates Jazz dates?

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