You never know quite what to expect when Jon Blondell is on bass, but you know it's gonna be good! Jon returns to reclaim his throne on stage in the basement.
Kris Kimura hosts the Monday night JAZZ JAM with Ryan Davis (piano), Ben Triesch (bass) and Mike Koenning (drums).
International quality musicians performing one of the greatest guitar players on the planet in the basement every Tuesday!
Bigger than life, "Fireball Front Man" Jon Blondell and his band bring a fun repertoire of songs from all over the musical spectrum brought to the jazz stage as only Blondell can do. At this point, we celebrate every MONTH with this legend!
Liz Morphis and the Violet Crown Revue are the perfect way to end your work day - even the crummy ones! They have the perfect musical fix to end your day on a high note.
Ten piece band performing original jazz fusion compositions of Dr. John Mills featuring A list musicians in the basement each month.
“Sarah Sharp's soft-spoken singing style and quiet instrumentations offer a living room, fireside closeness that keeps her away from the lounge-singer stereotypes of similarly jazz-influenced performers." — @nprmusic, All Songs Considered
The Sarah Sharp Quintet performs every Thursday evening in the basement, featuring John Fremgen, Masumi Jones, Oliver Steck, and Mitch Watkins.
Eric Hargett leads the band down the funky steps as they debut their mix of originals & groove tunes.
The Brew brings their brilliant stylings of latin jazz to the basement for an opportunity to hear this incredible Austin band before the sun goes down.
“Elias Haslanger is the real deal, a no-nonsense modernist whose Rollins-esque rhythmatics and Coltrane-tinged harmonics surge and soar.” — @jazztimesmage
Bassist and Vocalist Jeremy George brings lots of musical variety to the stage! From jazz to soul and a touch of R&B classics you don't want to miss this show!
Bassman Dan brings a unique blend of original music and hot takes on the standards we know and love. Featuring vocalist Elena Diaz and pianist Daniel Raynaud, the group’s fiery dynamic is sure to inspire and delight.
You never know quite what to expect when Jon Blondell is on bass, but you know it's gonna be good! Jon returns to reclaim his throne on stage in the basement.
Gil del Bosque hosts the Monday night JAZZ JAM session with Daniel Raynaud on piano and Chris Jones on bass and Mike Koenning on drums.
International quality musicians performing one of the greatest guitar players on the planet in the basement every Tuesday!
March down the stairs on second Tuesdays to the second line sounds from the Boss Street Brass Band, Austin's own funky, horn-driven contemporary ensemble in the New Orleans tradition of "Phatt" Tuesdays every month!
Stephen Summer, the drummer (credits include Kirk Whalum , BETO y los Fairlanes Tomas Ramirez and The Brew) leads this dynamic jazz trio featuring Glenn Scheutz on bass and Matt Russell on piano & vocals.
Freddie Mendoza brings back this 13 piece "Baker's Dozen" big band featuring the top jazz musicians performing the superb musical arrangements of Paul Baker.
“Sarah Sharp's soft-spoken singing style and quiet instrumentations offer a living room, fireside closeness that keeps her away from the lounge-singer stereotypes of similarly jazz-influenced performers." — @nprmusic, All Songs Considered
The Sarah Sharp Quintet performs every Thursday evening in the basement, featuring John Fremgen, Masumi Jones, Oliver Steck, and Mitch Watkins.
Trumpeter Rachel Spencer is a jazz artist and composer whose sound “balances lyric storytelling with expressive soloing—reverent to the tradition, but never trapped by it” (Occhi).
Join Spencer at the Elephant Room for the Album Release Show celebrating her debut album, The Next Right Thing. Featuring seven original compositions, the album moves from hard-driving modern jazz to lyrical ballads and groove-driven writing, exploring mentorship, creative identity, and the search for an authentic artistic voice.
Already earning international praise, The Next Right Thing has been celebrated for its memorable melodies, emotional depth, and adventurous ensemble playing. Disconecta called Spencer “a blazing star, brimming with technique” and the album “a triumph of spectacle from beginning to end.”
Personnel:
Jerry Espinoza: Saxophones Andy Langham: Piano Liam O'Dell: Bass Mati Soto: Drums
