The Dan Faehnle Quartet Monday, February 8th, showtime at 8:30pm $10 in advance through www.ticketsoregon.com
We’re very excited to welcome back jazz guitarist and Portland ex-patriot Dan Faehnle! Throughout the nineties, Dan was a fixture on the jazz scene here, playing alongside the legendary Leroy Vinegar, as well as being an integral part of Mel Brown’s Quintet every Thursday night at Jimmy Mak’s. In 2000, he joined the touring band of Grammy winning artist Diana Krall, and has since been featured with a number of World-class jazz artists. In addition, he’s been touring heavily with Portland’s own Pink Martini for the last several years. Tonight, Dan has put together a killing quartet, featuring bassist and Pink Martini band mate Phil Baker, and young piano genius Dan Gaynor. The coup here, though, is the inclusion of legendary drummer Dick Berk. Long considered one of the best timekeepers in the business, Berk recently moved back to Portland, and we’re thrilled to have him on our stage. This show will swing like nobody’s business and will be packed. Check out Dan at www.danfaehnle.com. You can also hear a sound clip right here on our web site.
Intervision with the NOW! Quartet Friday, February 12th $12 Cover
These boys always bring their very best to our stage. Their music takes you back to the 70’s sounds of Stevie Wonder and Steely Dan, with tightly arranged and performed melodies, and poignantly intelligent lyrics. Vocalist Paul Creighton is exactly what a front man should be, and gets great help in harmonizing from guitarist Tony Stovin and keyboardist Kit Taylor. Making it funky on the back line are new bassist Damian Erskine and drummer Jon Barber. They’ve also added the killing saxophone of our good friend Josh Cliburn. This is a really outstanding band, playing some seriously good original music. They were recently recognized with an IMA award for their tune “Live Out Loud.” And the word on the street is that they’re going back into the studio early next year. They previewed some of their new music at their December show with us, and let me tell you, it was pretty damned happening! They’ll get some help opening the show from the NOW! Quartet at 8pm. This one will be crazy so don’t miss out! Check ‘em out at www.intervisionmusic.com.
Bobby Torres Ensemble with special guest Luis Conte Friday, February 13th $15 in advance through www.ticketsoregon.com Bobby Torres knows how to put a great band together. His full sized ensemble rips it up every time they take our stage, and tonight will be no exception. As always, Bobby’s famous percussion leads the way with help from drummer James Travers, as well as bassist Keith Brush, and pianist Brian Ward. Bobby’s five piece horn section always blows the house down with Dick Titterington and Matt Carr on trumpets, Lars Campbell on trombone, and Tim Jensen and John Nastos on saxophones. And to top it all off, he’s put together the smoldering sexy duo of Karla Harris and Julana Torres on the vocals. Bobby will also welcome home son and percussionist Carmelo Torres. The big surprise for tonight’s show is the appearance of Cuban master percussionist and Grammy-winning artist, Luis Conte! Luis is truly a living legend in Afro-Cuban music, and has performed and recorded with most of today’s top artists. Tonight Bobby is celebrating the 16th Anniversary of his band as well as his (undisclosed) birthday! And with the help of so many special friends, it can’t help but be one of the greatest parties of the year! Learn more about Bobby at www.bobbytorres.com, and more about Luis at www.luisconte.com. Bobby’s shows are always a lot of fun, but this one will be off the hook. Talk about a great birthday present! WOW!
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