Kelly Green Quartet

Kelly Green Quartet

Fri, Feb 20

Piano/Vocals: Kelly Green Bass: Luca Rosenfeld Drums: Evan Hyde Flute, Alto Flute, Piccolo: Elijah J. Thomas Kelly Green is one of NYC's most exciting new artists "well worth discovering" (NYC Jazz Record)! A true "triple threat", Kelly Green mesmerizes audiences as a pianist, vocalist, and composer. Kelly's remarkable talent has led her to share the stage with jazz legends such as Christian McBride, George Coleman, Billy Hart and many others showcasing her exceptional skill, empathy, and musicality. She has brought her compelling talent and personality to prestigious venues including The Kennedy Center, Dizzy's Jazz Club, Birdland, and Blue Note and has toured with her band all over the US, Europe, and South America. Miss Green will be joined by her renowned band of world class musicians Evan Hyde on drums and Luca Soul Rosenfeld on the upright bass. Kelly Green is known for her intricate lyric driven arrangements of Jazz standards and her auspicious "outside-the-box" original compositions. With her quartet, she will be performing selections from their classic repertoire, music from their latest album 'Seems' and music from their upcoming album 'Corner of My Dreams'. Esteemed writer and radio DJ Thierry De Clemensat describes their new album 'Seems' as "...an album of incredible class with musicians you'll instantly adore." "Kelly Green is one of the most talented & spirited people I know. Everything about her is joyous and swingin'!" -Christian McBride "She is no mere songwriter, but an artist and performer in toto...Green's composing skills are more than impressive." -Michael Bailey (All About Jazz) Steinway Artist Kelly Green continues to leave an indelible mark on the jazz world, enchanting listeners with every note! This is a show you will absolutely not want to miss! www.kellygreenpiano.com 

Herman Jackson

Herman Jackson

Sat, Feb 21

Herman Jackson-Keys Del Atkins-Bass Angel Vera-Guitar LaRoi Larkin-Drums Special Guest-TBD Herman Jackson is a Grammy Nominated Producer, Composer, Arranger, Musician and a UCLA Instructor. He has toured and recorded with Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, James Ingram, Norman Brown, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Roger Daltrey, BeBe & CeCe Winans, Jeffrey Osborne, Peabo Bryson, Oleta Adams, Yolanda Adams, Joe Cocker, The Temptations, Patti Austin, Calloway, and George Benson. A well rounded musician, he's arranged and conducted with symphony orchestra staged in San Francisco, Houston, & El Paso Symphonies, The Cleveland Orchestra, The Fort Wayne Philharmonic and The National Symphony. Jackson created music for The Tonight Show, American Idol, America's Got Talent, Don't Forget The Lyrics, VH1 Divas, The American Music Awards, the TV Land Awards, A Home For The Holidays, and most noteworthy in my eyes, The NAACP Image Awards and BET's Celebration of Gospel. 

Phatback, Earl & Me!

Phatback, Earl & Me!

Fri, Feb 27

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. 

Barrelhouse Wailers

Barrelhouse Wailers

Sat, Feb 28

Swing Dancing! The Barrelhouse Wailers are an 8-piece powerhouse collective from Ventura, California that seamlessly blend traditional style hot jazz and vintage blues with original compositions to create a sound that's as timeless as it is electrifying. With their roots deeply embedded in the rich soil of American musical traditions, this dynamic ensemble has been captivating audiences since 2013 with their high-energy performances and masterful musicianship. Driven by their passion for authenticity and innovation, The Barrelhouse Wailers deliver a sonic experience that pays homage to the classics while pushing the boundaries of contemporary music. Their infectious energy and tight-knit chemistry on stage promise an evening of entertainment that will have you on your feet and moving to the rhythm. They have released 2 albums featuring original music and standards, “Day In, Day Out” 2019 and “Never Look Back” 2023 Both albums are available for digital download on Bandcamp and on all major streaming platforms. Karen Parkhouse - Vocals/Percussion Todd Temanson - Banjo David Leoncavallo - Bass Jim Wade – Tuba John C. Webb - Clarinet/Saxophones/Flute/Vocals Skabone Stan Middleton- trombone (Justin Kirk- 1/31) Max O'Leary- trumpet Bob Peyton- drums For more information, music, videos, and upcoming shows, please visit http://www.thebarrelhousewailers.com/. Follow us on : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBarrelHouseWailers Instagram: @barrelhousewailers YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarrelhouseWailers 

Shawn Jones Big Band

Shawn Jones Big Band

Fri, Mar 13

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 - Vocals, Guitar Herman Matthews - Drums Ricky Cortes - Bass, BGVs Marc Hugenberger - Keys Ed Wynn - Saxophone Justin Kirk - Trombone Mike Fortunato - Trumpet 

The Lao Tizer Band

The Lao Tizer Band

Sat, Mar 14

“Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band, make their return to The Grape on Saturday, March 14th in support of their brand-new album & video release AMPLIFY. The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new original vocals and 4 new original instrumentals, with an all-star cast. The project was recorded and filmed all LIVE at legendary EastWest Studios in Hollywood with simultaneous 7-camera video shoot and a legendary cast of musicians. Joining keyboardist, bandleader and former “Best New Jazz Artist” nominee, Lao Tizer for the show are American Idol star, Elliott Yamin - vocals, drum phenom, Tony Austin (Kamasi Wasghington), GRAMMY-winning percussion legend, Munyungo Jackson (Miles Davis, Stevie Wonder), sax & flute wunderkind, Tristan Cappel (Michelle Coltrane, Post Modern Jukebox), and 2022 Rolling Stone “Bassist of the Year” nominee, Anthony Crawford (Jeff Lorber, Erykah Badu). Please join us as the group takes you on a high-energy musical ride through a variety of flavors and styles with an all-star cast of musicians at Ventura’s premier live music venue!