# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Dimitriou's Jazz Alley welcomes legendary drummer Simon Phillips on tour in support of his latest release PROTOCOL 6. Band members joining: Alex Sill (guitars), Ernest Tibbs (electric bass), Otmaro Ruiz (keyboards) and Phillip Whack (saxophones). Show times Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm each night.

artist info
Veteran drummer Simon Phillips returns with Protocol 6. A Potent fusion project showcasing his compositional prowess and searing band chemistry. Album release set for June 5, 2026 on Phantom Recordings.

Jazz. Rock. Jazz-rock. Across more than five decades, legendary drummer Simon Phillips has shown an uncanny ability to excel in most any musical environment. Precision, intensity and emotion are hallmarks of Simon’s sound in every setting.

By his twenties, Simon had already worked with iconic figures including Jeff Beck, Jack Bruce, Pete Townshend, Al Di Meola, Jon Anderson, Jan Hammer, Stanley Clarke, Jon Lord, Mike Oldfield, Brian Eno and others. High-profile recordings and/or tours were soon to come with the likes of Mick Jagger, Asia, The Who, Gary Moore, Joe Satriani and many more.

But it was the untimely death of drummer Jeff Porcaro that led to Simon’s 21-year presence in Toto (1992-2014), highlighted by ten albums and numerous world tours. During this period Phillips also worked on various projects led by Steve Lukather, Michael Schenker, Derek Sherinian and others.

Simon’s own compositions and group concept began to gel with the Protocol II album in 2013. There have since been four more Protocol albums, culminating with Protocol 6 in 2026. The band features longtime electric bassist Ernest Tibbs (Allan Holdsworth), veteran keyboardist Otmaro Ruiz (John McLaughlin), the brilliant young guitarist Alex Sill and now, Phillip Whack on saxophones.

Simon continues to evolve as a composer on the new Protocol 6 album. As he puts it, “The material is actually quite different from Protocol V. With the band now in its sixth year, I was able to write specifically for each player. My compositions are melody-based, and the format is more as though the songs were written for vocals. It’s my rock ‘n’ roll side that dictates the form of each tune, even though the style is definitely jazz-rock. I like to call it ‘progressive jazz.’ Alex Sill also co-wrote three of the compositions.”
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/seattle/simon-phillips-protocol-6-feat-alex-sill-ernest-tibbs-otmaro-ruiz-phillip-whack/200030116629741
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 35

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Seattle
- **state**: WA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121
- **lat**: 47.61481
- **long**: -122.33969
- **full address**: 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack being held?
  - **A:** Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack takes place on Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack?
  - **A:** Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack is organized by Dimitriou's Jazz Alley.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Dimitriou's Jazz Alley's events?
  - **A:** Dimitriou's Jazz Alley has 148+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Dimitriou's Jazz Alley has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Seattle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Simon Phillips Protocol 6 feat: Alex Sill, Ernest Tibbs, Otmaro Ruiz, Phillip Whack sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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