Nate Smith is a drummer, composer, & producer from Chesapeake, Virginia. His visceral, instinctive, and deep-rooted style of drumming and his talent as a composer and arranger has led to three GRAMMY® nominations and work with esteemed artists, including: Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, Brittany Howard, Van Hunt, The Fearless Flyers, Norah Jones, Childish Gambino, Jon Batiste, and Somi. […]

Every Monday night from 8 til late in downtown San Diego. James Behrens / Ben Bostwick / Joe Hager

“We’re still swingin’ Swing Gitan over here!” Hot Club of Los Angeles blazes through two sets of dazzling Django jazz at our acclaimed Monday night residency (est. 2011). Find out why Jackson Browne calls us “an LA treasure”, and Mike Myers of the Santa Monica Arts Commission writes “best live music experience in town!” According […]

The Brig Band is an L.A. jam band that has been playing Live since 2002 Aptly named after a Venice CA bar, the Brig Band was formed in 2002 by a group of local pro musicians when bar owner Dave Reiss decided to turn Tuesday nights into an all-star jazz/funk/hip-hop/rock jam. What was originally a […]

Kowan & Da Homies blend heavy funk, soul, jazz fusion, and progressive grooves into a powerhouse instrumental experience. Led by drummer Kowan Turner, the group brings electrifying energy and complex rhythms that captivate both heads and hearts. From syncopated hits to soulful solos, every set is a deep musical journey. Zulu Ali Group is an […]

Join us and enjoy the pop – classical stylings of Stan Ayeroff on acoustic guitar. “I’ve been fortunate to have explored many genres of music. I’ve played thousands of solo guitar gigs and worked with many top artists as a sideman, bandleader, musical director, composer and arranger.” Come enjoy the mood Stan sets in our […]

Indulge in the timeless Grammy-winning sounds of Steely Dan, brought to life by masterful musicians who capture the essence of nostalgia and celebration in every note.

Mark Farina makes his annual pilgrimage to Santa Barbara for one of our favorite tandem sets of the year. Start the night with mushroom jazz and then enjoy some of Mark Farina’s unforgettable house! Doors 6pm

Discover Katalyst, the groundbreaking nine-piece jazz ensemble from Inglewood reshaping contemporary music. Led by drummer Greg Paul, their acclaimed debut “Nine Lives” captures Los Angeles’ vibrant musical essence.