In the history of Jazz music, there is only one bandleader that has the distinction of having his orchestra still performing sold out concerts all over the world, with members personally chosen by him, for nearly thirty years after his passing. Pianist and bandleader William James Count Basie was and still is an American institution that personifies the grandeur and... read full bio
Multi-generational jazz families were once the rule in New Orleans. As jazz evolved from its origins to incorporate new forms and techniques, and to attract players and listeners from around the US and the world, both the tradition of making the music a family affair and the central role of New Orleans in the musics progress were overshadowed. How fitting,... read full bio
The dynamic between identical twins Jared and Jonathan Mattson, when they perform a captivating jazz-rock orchestration as The Mattson 2, is unparalleled in today’s jazz world. With Jared on the guitar and Jonathan on drums, the duo captivates fans with their vibrant contemporary compositions. The Mattson 2 have performed for audiences across Japan, China, Brazil, Paris, Spain, Portugal, Denmark, Finland,... read full bio
The Messthetics are an instrumental band that consists of members Brendan Canty who plays the drums, Joe Lally who plays the bass, and Anthony Pirog who plays the guitar. The band has released one album, which is self-titled. Their sound is a mixture of genres such as jazz, rock, punk, and more. Some of their most popular songs include, “Mythomania”,... read full bio
Drummer and bandleader Dave Watts, guitarist Ryan Jalbert, bassist Garrett Sayers, keyboardist Joey Porter, trumpeter Gabe Mervine, vocalist Lyle Divinsky and saxophonist Drew Sayers form the funk, afrobeat and jazz influenced band, The Motet. Recognized for their energetic live performances including an annual Halloween concert, they have released seven studio albums. The group has toured all across the United States,... read full bio
It's all about the Music, Bond... James Bond is an incredible performance that celebrates the songs and music from the 007 films beginning with Dr. No in 1962 and going all the way up to Quantum of Solace in 2012. A gifted cast of vocalists and an on-stage orchestra consisting of 20 pieces are led by New Zealander Tim Beveridge... read full bio
The New Mastersounds have been around for almost twenty years. Their roots run deep in jazz, soul, and funk, and the band has been an innovator in the alternative genres. The bands sounds are pure, focused around the true essence of bass, drums, guitar, and organ instruments. The New Mastersounds stay dedicated to their sounds, making sure each recording delivers... read full bio
The Osmond Brothers (Wayne, Merrill & Jay) are no strangers to the road, as The Osmonds are one of the most well-known entertainment families in the world. Following the breakout success of the Jackson 5, it was practically inevitable that a pre-existing quintet of brothers, who had already enjoyed almost a decade in the national spotlight, would follow them to... read full bio
Psycodelics' Black American music has always melded foundations of blues, jazz and disco with contemporary funk rock. The R&B fusion group, which began as a four-piece with bassist/vocalist Cam Wescott, keyboardist Noah Jones, drummer Sean Bing and guitarist Whitt Burn, has already taken many forms, adding guitarist James Rubush and drummer Demario Kitt to its ranks and allowing local musicians like Kanika... read full bio
The Quebe Sisters are a Dallas, Texas-based American swing revival band that plays a fusion of western, jazz-influenced swing, country, and Texas-style fiddling. Sisters Grace, Sophia, and Hulda Quebe make up the band. They all play the fiddle and sing, and additional musicians play the upright bass, guitar, and other instruments. North Texas was the home of Grace Quebe, Sophia... read full bio
Armed with their now-famous contagious energy and diverse style of soulful American music, The Rad Trads continue to rack up accomplishments. Whether opening for soul legend Charles Bradley, blues legends Buddy Guy or Taj Mahal, country stars The Lone Bellow, or simply touring Europe, Asia or the United States, The Rad Trads consistently leave audiences on their feet & cheering... read full bio
The Los Angeles-based blues-rock group The Record Company has become well-known for their distinctive sound and exciting live shows. Marc Cazorla (drums, vocals), Chris Vos (guitar, vocals), and Alex Stiff (bass, vocals) established a trio in 2011 and started playing local shows throughout the city. Their 2012 self-titled first EP, which was made with vintage and improvised equipment in the... read full bio
The Rees Family, also known as Pelican 212 is a musical group that consists of eight children who are children of Linda and John Rees. The children consists of Katie, Giovanni, Angelle, Johnny, Marie, Max Mollie and Kolbe. The group gained popularity after appearing on Nickelodeon’s television competition series “America’s Most Musical Family.” Since gaining fame from America’s Most Musical... read full bio
The Rippingtons are an American contemporary jazz group mainly relating to the genres smooth jazz, jazz fusion, jazz pop, and crossover jazz. Formed in 1986 by guitarist and band leader Russ Freeman, their career has spanned four decades. With a revolving door of musicians, Freeman has been the only consistent member. In recent years, The Rippingtons' fan base has increased... read full bio
The Roots is a Grammy-winning American hip-hop group formed in Philadelphia in 1987. The group is known for its live instrumentation and intelligent lyrics, as well as its innovative fusion of hip-hop and jazz. The Roots have released numerous critically acclaimed albums and collaborated with a wide range of artists, cementing their status as one of the most influential hip-hop... read full bio
The Spirituals are a compelling musical group that transcends genre distinctions and speaks directly to the audience's spirit. The Spirituals have carved themselves a distinctive position in the music industry by bringing together visionary artists whose abilities come together to create a perfect symphony of sound. The Spirituals have worked hard to delve into the most profound spheres of sound expression... read full bio
Born out of the love of hip hops ethos to consistently push the boundaries forward by extrapolating what was unique about the past and what is radically refreshing about the future, Radioclits Etienne Tron and Johan Karlberg have teamed up with Malawian songsmith Esau Mwamwaya to form The Very Best, an epic global partnership with the sole aim to re... read full bio
The Whitlams were founded in Australia's Newtown. Tim Freedman, Stevie Plunder and Andy Lewis wrote their songs acoustically on Saturday afternoons at the Sandringham Hotel on King Street as a trio without a drummer. The typical formative months of drinking, camaraderie and shady concerts then followed. The Whitlams won the ARIA Awards for Group of the Year, Best Independent Release ("Eternal Nightcap") and... read full bio
The Word is a blues/jam rock ensemble made up of Robert Randolph, the gospel/pedal steel sensation John Medeski, the Dickinson brothers, Chris Chew and one-third of the jazz-funk trio Medeski, Martin & Wood, who together made up North Mississippi Allstars (of the famed Sacred Steel series on Arhoolie and his Family Band). The gospel album, which the Dickinsons and Medeski had... read full bio
Theo Croker is a composer, producer, and trumpet player from Leesburg, Florida. Croker is the grandson of trumpeter Doc Cheatham and he went on to graduate from Oberlin College Conservatory. After graduating, Croker moved to Shanghai, China, to broaden his horizons on jazz music. While in Shanghai, Croker had a residency at the House of Blues and was also on... read full bio
