Vocalist Kenny Washington and trumpeter Erik Jekabson deliver the true New Orleans sound and spirit, but with a modern twist. Washington is a New Orleans native and Jekabson has lived and performed in the Big Easy. Erik Jekabson is a trumpet player, composer, arranger and educator who lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. He...
Steve Lucky and Miss Carmen Getit are the dynamic leaders of the Oakland-based jump-swing band, Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums. Renowned for their high-energy performances, they blend vintage jazz, blues, boogie-woogie, and '50s R&B into a theatrical and often humorous stage show.
Wobbly World performs at Local Edition. Its members are distinguished musicians from around the world who left their country for the American dream, became citizens, and fully embraced the spirit of freedom and American traditions. We believe in the power of collaboration, unity, and equality and live and breathe it in our daily lives. We...
Colin Douglas | Drums Jesus Diaz | Percussion Kasey Knudsen | Alto Adam Theis | Trombone Kai Lyons | Tuitar Sam Bevan | Bass Sam Bevan is a versatile bassist known for his warm tone, deep groove, and lyrical sensibility. Active across jazz, soul, and improvised music scenes, he is a sought-after collaborator who brings...
SGT. SPLENDOR Sgt. Splendor works from the groove up, fueled by chemistry, curiosity, and serious musicianship. Centered around Kate Vargas and Eric McFadden, the band blends the elastic, communal pulse of Sly and the Family Stone, the raw emotional authority of PJ Harvey, and the loose-limbed swagger of The Rolling Stones into a sound that’s exciting, exploratory, and sharply focused. Vargas delivers vocals...
“Every song is a work of art in Champian’s hands and voice” (the Aboslute Sound). Her “galvanizing presence” (the New Yorker) and her alluring musical presentation have made her “a charming young steward of the mainstream Jazz tradition.” (The New York Times) Born in Norman Oklahoma in 1985, Champian is recognized as the “most gifted...
Colin Douglas | Drums Jesus Diaz | Percussion Kasey Knudsen | Alto Adam Theis | Trombone Kai Lyons | Tuitar Sam Bevan | Bass Sam Bevan is a versatile bassist known for his warm tone, deep groove, and lyrical sensibility. Active across jazz, soul, and improvised music scenes, he is a sought-after collaborator who brings...
Join us for an afternoon of Blues from 4-7pm. Open to all Blues Musicians. Grab a drink, a bite and check out the view as we highlight local talent and passion in our Blues Jam! Bring a friend. We can't wait to see you.
The Kelly Green Quartet is a New York City-based jazz ensemble led by pianist, vocalist, and composer Kelly Green. Known for blending traditional jazz standards with "outside-the-box" original compositions, the group is celebrated for its tight-knit chemistry and immersive storytelling Kelly Green | Piano & Voice Luca Soul Rosenfeld | Bass Evan Hyde | Drums Elijah J....
UK-based pianist, singer, and producer Reuben James brings a soulful blend of jazz, funk, R&B, and pop to the Black Cat stage. After cutting his teeth on Birmingham’s jazz circuit and performing regularly at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s, Reuben has emerged as a true “musician’s musician,” collaborating with artists including Stormzy, Sam Smith, Disclosure, James...
The Kelly Green Quartet is a New York City-based jazz ensemble led by pianist, vocalist, and composer Kelly Green. Known for blending traditional jazz standards with "outside-the-box" original compositions, the group is celebrated for its tight-knit chemistry and immersive storytelling Kelly Green | Piano & Voice Luca Soul Rosenfeld | Bass Evan Hyde | Drums Elijah J....
An intimate evening of vintage jazz and blues at the Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge featuring the core of the Red Hot Skillet Lickers. Lavay Smith (Vocals): The "Queen of Classic Jazz" delivers soulful, sultry interpretations of swing and jump blues legends. Chris Siebert (Hammond Organ): The band’s musical director showcases his mastery on the Cuckoo's vintage Hammond A-100.
UK-based pianist, singer, and producer Reuben James brings a soulful blend of jazz, funk, R&B, and pop to the Black Cat stage. After cutting his teeth on Birmingham’s jazz circuit and performing regularly at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s, Reuben has emerged as a true “musician’s musician,” collaborating with artists including Stormzy, Sam Smith, Disclosure, James...
Join us for a night of captivating live music as GamperDrums presents a stellar ensemble featuring Brian Pardo on guitar, John R. Burr on piano, Marina Crouss on vocals, Ruth Davies on bass, and Chris Gamper on drums. Blending elements of jazz, soul, and improvisational music, this dynamic group delivers expressive grooves, rich harmonies, and...
Paul PAZZO Mehling- Solo Guitar, Vocals, Leader Isabelle Fontaine- Rhythm Guitar, Vocals Evan Zeppo Price- Violin Dexter DeWi Williams- String Bass Le Jazz Hot (the Quartet/Trio of the Hot Club of San Francisco) is an ensemble of accomplished and versatile musicians celebrating the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli’s pioneering Hot Club de France....
Silver Bell Jazz Band inspires dancers and listeners all over the Bay Area. The band specializes in ragtime, blues, swing, and dixieland from the early 20th century. They’re known for their authenticity and dedication to the craft as well as their foot-tapping energy.
Live every Tuesday exclusively at Local Edition! The Local Edition Jazz Orchestra is a diverse group of long-time friends that have played alongside one another for years. The ensemble ranges from having as little as 8 to as many as 18 participants performing with occasional guest singers such as Billy Valentine, Bud E. Luv (aka...
The N. T. B. Collective is a Bay Area based jazz fusion group merging sounds and styles from all over the world. The N.T.B. trio, which will be featured for this event, is comprised of drums, bass, and piano. Each musician is highly accomplished; coming together to generate a unique musical energy. N.T.B. has been...
“With so much swing and a bit of snark, Mose always knew just the right tone to deliver his wise blues.” Flower Piano co-creator Dean Mermell originally hoped for someone to play a Mose Allison tribute at the event, but then realized he just wanted to do it himself. With Kymry Esainko on the keys,...
Honoring the life, legacy, and revolutionary sound of D’Angelo, this special tribute concert celebrates one of the most influential voices in modern soul, R&B, and neo-soul. A true architect of groove, vulnerability, and musical freedom, D’Angelo reshaped the landscape with timeless albums like Brown Sugar, Voodoo, and Black Messiah. Led by an all-star collective of...
Joe Warner is setting the Bay Area jazz scene on fire. A rising star known for his captivating style and electrifying performances, he's the pianist and musical director for the legendary vocalist The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol, leading the charge with his own Joe Warner Trio while sharing stages and studios with icons like Houston...
“With so much swing and a bit of snark, Mose always knew just the right tone to deliver his wise blues.” Flower Piano co-creator Dean Mermell originally hoped for someone to play a Mose Allison tribute at the event, but then realized he just wanted to do it himself. With Kymry Esainko on the keys,...
Honoring the life, legacy, and revolutionary sound of D’Angelo, this special tribute concert celebrates one of the most influential voices in modern soul, R&B, and neo-soul. A true architect of groove, vulnerability, and musical freedom, D’Angelo reshaped the landscape with timeless albums like Brown Sugar, Voodoo, and Black Messiah. Led by an all-star collective of...
Le Jazz Hot (the Quartet/Trio of the Hot Club of San Francisco) is an ensemble of accomplished and versatile musicians celebrating the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli’s pioneering Hot Club de France. The ensemble borrows the all-string instrumentation of violin, bass and guitars from the original Hot Club, but breathes new life into...
FAGJAZZ is a queer and trans POC-led collective based and founded in Oakland. FAGJAZZ was created for queer musicians/artists to connect, collaborate, and support each other outside of cisheteronormative spaces. The first release, The Strayhorn Sessions Vol. 1, celebrates the life and music of one the most cherished queer ancestors: Billy Strayhorn. Beyond the record...