Show List

The Grape's Upcoming Shows

Red Young

Red Young

Wed, Sep 16

6:30pm Doors

7pm Show


$20 - Advance

$25 - At The Door

*One drink minimum per person


Red Young - Organ/Piano

Karl Hunter - Sax

Mario Calire - Drums


Red Young is a pianist, Hammond organist, vocalist, arranger, composer, and bandleader whose remarkable career has crossed blues, jazz, soul, rock, swing, and roots music for more than five decades. He has toured and recorded with artists including Eric Burdon, Linda Ronstadt, Joan Armatrading, Sonny & Cher, Dolly Parton, Marcia Ball, Ruthie Foster, James McMurtry, Janiva Magness, Kirk Fletcher, and many others, with his work appearing on hundreds of recordings as well as television and film. His live credits include Austin City Limits, HBO, Germany’s Rockpalast, major festivals around the world, and nearly two decades as a featured performer on Delbert McClinton’s Sandy Beaches Cruise.


A musician since childhood, Red gave his first concert at age ten and began touring professionally at eighteen. Over the years he has led numerous projects, including Red & The Red Hots, Red Young & His Hot Horns, organ and piano trios, and a variety of jazz and blues ensembles. His acclaimed Hot Horns project blends the sounds of Ray Charles, Count Basie, Jimmy Witherspoon, Percy Mayfield, Charles Mingus, and Red’s own original material into a high-energy big-band setting. Whether performing solo piano, Hammond organ jazz, jump blues, soul, or full horn-driven arrangements, Red brings decades of experience, spontaneity, and unmistakable personality to every performance.

TD Lind & The Aviators

TD Lind & The Aviators

Thu, Sep 17

6:30 Doors

7PM Show


$20 - General Seating

$30 - VIP Tables

+$5 at the door on all ticket tiers

One Drink Minimum per person


TD Lind & The Aviators is an indie rock band out of Southern California driven by old-soul storytelling, brawny vocals, and larger-than-life sound.


Born in England, TD Lind signed a record deal at 19 years old and has since toured America and Europe for the last 30 years, sharing the stage with Sting, Bad Company, Wilco and many others. He has 4 critically-acclaimed albums, the last being produced by legendary producer Glyn Johns.


In 2022, TD Lind joined up with producer and bassist David Franz (Iyeoka, Underground Sun), saxophonist Karl Hunter (Big Bad Voodoo Daddy), drummer Greg Weiser (Danny McGaw), and guitarist Sam Kulchin (The Caverns). They are known for their unforgettable live shows, as featured on their “Into the Light” album, recorded and released in 2023.


Their debut studio album “Golden” was released on August 21, 2024.

Phatback, Earl & Me!

Phatback, Earl & Me!

Fri, Sep 18

7:30pm Doors

8pm Show


$30 - General Seating

$40 - VIP Seating

+$10 on all ticket tiers - At The Door

*One drink minimum per person


Phatback, Earl & Me! is an American Blues, Blues Rock, and Rhythm & Soul band based out of Los Angeles, CA. Formed in 2022, the band features a group of ALL-STAR musicians who have played with and/or toured with Tower of Power,


Bruce Springsteen, Bruce Hornsby, Kenny Loggins, Stevie Wonder, Richard Marx, Jason Mraz, Shawn Covin, Chicago, Snoop Dog, Blood, Sweat, & Tears, Joe Walsh, Celine Dion, Tears for Fears, Elton John, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Jones, Whitney Houston, John Legend, Bruno Mars, The Doobie Brothers, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Isley Brothers and so may more...


As "Sidemen and Women" with individual solo recordings to their names, this group of musicians looks for any opportunity to play music together.

Morganfield Burnett

Morganfield Burnett

Sat, Sep 19

Morganfield Burnett delivers an authentic blend of deep-rooted blues, soulful vocals, and expressive guitar work that pays tribute to the rich traditions of American blues while bringing a fresh, personal energy to every performance. With heartfelt storytelling, powerful musicianship, and a sound inspired by the legends of the genre, Burnett creates an engaging live show that connects with longtime blues fans and newcomers alike. Whether performing classic blues or original material, Morganfield Burnett brings passion, authenticity, and timeless musicianship to the stage.

Phoenyx Big Band - Broadway Night!

Phoenyx Big Band - Broadway Night!

Sat, Sep 19

7:30pm Doors

8pm Show


$20 Advance

$25 At the door


Broadway Night at The Grape! The Phoenyx, a 17-piece big band, will be fronted by two amazing vocalists, Eliya Frantz and Bill A. Jones. In addition to its jazz classics and modern songs with a big band flare, the Phoenyx will be showcasing tunes from some of your favorite Broadway musicals!


Vocalist Eliya Frantz w/ Special Guest Bill A. Jones

Matterform

Matterform

Wed, Sep 23

Matterform is a Ventura-based instrumental groove band living at the intersection of deep pocket, cosmic improvisation, and jazz harmony. Matterform draws from jazz, funk, soul, hip-hop, and dance music to build immersive instrumental journeys. Psychedelic guitar leads, wailing sax lines and floaty piano which thread through lush jazz harmonies, swirling textures, and rhythm sections that stay deep in the pocket.


Whether stretching out live or locking into tightly composed sections, the band thrives on momentum, patience, and release. It’s music for moving bodies, open minds, and listeners who appreciate groove-driven improvisation, rich harmony, and collective energy over flash. Featuring: Drew Espejo (Drums) Javi Avila (keys) Tony Pelosi (guitar) Zach Manpearl (Bass/organ) Chet Toner (saxophone/ guitar) Taylor Hopkins (bass) Rafa Langa (percussion)

Shawn Jones Big Band

Shawn Jones Big Band

Fri, Sep 25

7:30pm Doors

8pm Show


$30 - General Seating

$40 - VIP Seating

+$10 All Ticket Tiers - At The Door


Shawn Jones is an international touring Roots/Americana/Blues/Rock musician of over 30 years based in Southern California. Shawn tours with his band of "A level" touring/studio musicians as well as having a very dynamic solo show.

Shawn performs over 200+ dates a year in the USA, UK, and EU. There are six studio album releases including Shawn's new album "In My Blood" due out early 2024. The upcoming album is produced by legendary producer/engineer Niko Bolas and mastered by multi-Grammy winning mixing/mastering/producer Richard Dodd. The new release features world renowned musicians: Herman Matthews, The Memphis Horns, Sam Bolle, Josie Aiello, and Philip Parlapiano.

In recent years Shawn was invited to guest as opener for the five time Grammy winning legend Robert Cray on a 16 date theater tour of the UK and several shows in California.


Shawn's skills as a seasoned songwriter, guitarist and vocalist make him one of the most dynamic and relevant artists on today's Americana/Roots/Blues/Rock music scene. Growing up in the heartland of Southern California, one of Shawn's earliest recollections as a boy was playing guitars and harmonizing with his late father Danny Jones. That formidable experience led him to follow his dreams as a professional musician.


He's shared bills with many renowned musicians, including B.B. King, Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Leon Russell, Derek Trucks, Robben Ford, Joe Bonamassa, and many others. Shawn was also managed by the late great country music legend Waylon Jennings for a time, toured in his band, and played on his 1996 release "Right For The Time".


His variety of performances capture his audience whenever he's playing an acoustic set that highlights his soulful voice and incredible guitar skills or rocking the crowd with his band of world class musicians.


Featuring:

Shawn Jones - Guitar, Vocals Herman Matthews - Drums

Sam Bolle - Bass

Marc Hugenberger - Keys

Lois Mahalia - Vocals

Ed Wynne - Sax

Justin Kirk - Trombone

Mike Fortunato - Trumpet