Category Archives: SHOW “G”-Views

Acclaimed San Diego modern soul trio Thee Sacred Souls captivate with highlights from Got A Story To Tell as part of their set on January 17th on the stage of Austin City Limits. As part of my PBS subscription I get to watch ACL’s events and go back into the amazing archive of coolth. This set was smooth and silky and made me feel so good all over.

A monument to music, Austin City Limits has showcased iconic performances from legends and innovators in every genre of popular song for a remarkable five decades. The series is the inspiration for the popular Austin City Limits Music Festival and has earned countless accolades for its quality presentation of live music performances, including a Peabody Award, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame designation and it remains the only TV series awarded the National Medal of Arts. In May 2024, the show’s longtime executive producer Terry Lickona was awarded public television’s highest honor, The Beacon Award, presented by Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl. The esteemed award pays tribute to individuals whose work inspires Americans and enriches our nation, in keeping with the mission of PBS.

Snug Harbor presents
Dave Stryker Quartet
Tuesday January 6th, 2026

Dave Stryker is an acclaimed jazz guitarist, composer, and educator known for his soulful tone, blues-infused style, and deep groove. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Stryker rose to prominence as a longtime member of organist Jack McDuff’s band, where he honed his hard-swinging approach. He has since recorded dozens of albums as a leader and sideman and performed with jazz greats including Stanley Turrentine, Joey DeFrancesco, Kevin Mahogany, and Stefon Harris. A respected teacher and author, Stryker continues to influence the jazz world through his recordings, performances, and dedication to jazz education.

Tonight’s show features:
Dave Stryker – guitar
Mike Pellera – piano
Lex Warshawsky – bass
Peter Varnado – drums

Ben Tyree’s Activator Trio: Ben Tyree: Guitar Chris Eddleton: Drums Leon Gruenbaum: Keyboards and Samchillian

LIVE! FOH – Nublu151 – 12.03.2025

Mutual Mentorship for Musicians Festival 2025 was mind opening.

Multi-hyphenate west coast artist Aneesa Strings is a thought leader, singer-songwriter, influencer, music director, professor, and composer. After studying improvisational music and music theory and acquiring degrees from USC and Michigan State University, Aneesa has scored and performed continuously across the fields of jazz, R&B, pop, and blues; her storytelling is enlivened through sounds, rhythm, and motion. She has recently toured at major jazz festivals such as Newport Jazz Festival and Montreal Jazz Festival; and this past holiday season, Aneesa was one of the faces of The Gap Holiday Campaign with Janet Jackson’s song, Together Again. On September 26, Aneesa celebrates her Lincoln Center debut in the David Rubenstein Atrium with a set featuring songs from her latest EP, 2025’s The Calm.

Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. With a fiery legacy forged by his father, the legendary Dickey Betts, the second-generation musician infuses it with his own soul-stirring blend of blues, raw passion, and six-string mastery. Backed by his band, Palmetto Motel, Betts delivers a dynamic live show filled with searing guitar solos, heartfelt storytelling, and a mix of classic influences with fresh energy. Fans can expect a blend of roots rock, blues, and some improvisational jamming, creating an electrifying yet deeply authentic experience. With top-tier musicianship, a connection to rock ‘n’ roll history, and the desire to make every performance a true experience, a Palmetto Motel show is an unforgettable journey that no music lover should miss. Palmetto Motel is Johnny Stachela (guitar, vocals), Brother to the proGram Pedro Arevalo (bass, vocals), Vincent Fossett Jr. (drums), and Max Butler (B-3 organ). On the Millennium Stage, September 3rd.

Set list:

Savannah’s Dream
Colors Fade
Blue Sky
Taking Time
Rivers Run
For What it’s Worth
Impossible Germany
Waiting on a Song

One of my favorite festivals to catch online – one day I’ll make the physical journey. Here’s a sampling of all I saw online – the entire schedule of what went down can be found here.

CHRIS POTTER TRIO Featuring Matt Brewer and Kendrick Scott

Hiromi’s Sonicwonder

John Pizzarelli

Kenny Barron Voices featuring Tyreek McDole

Omar Sosa Quarteto Americanos

Branford Marsalis Quartet

Connie Han Trio

Chucho Valdés & Paquito D’Rivera Reunion Sextet

John Scofield Quartet featuring Vicente Archer, Bill Stewart and Nicholas Payton

Orquesta el Macabeo is a Puerto Rican “salsa gorda” (hard salsa) group that has been an innovative and unique presence on the Puerto Rican music scene for the last 15 years. Seeing the band live in concert is a one-off experience. Macabeo’s strong commitment to its band identity, in conjunction with its interaction with the public, makes each audience member feel like a part of the show. The band’s lyrics about everyday life, plus its varied rhythms, have made it an international conqueror, enlarging “la familia macabiónica” (the macabionic family) everywhere like never before. During its decade and a half as a band, Orquesta el Macabeo has released four studio albums, one live double album, several EPs, singles, and compilations in different physical and digital formats. In addition to its original compositions, the band has created soundtracks for films, including La Útima Gira (The Last Tour), based on the life of Puerto Rican singer Daniel Santos. What distinguishes Orquesta el Macabeo amongst today’s salsa groups is the harmony and consistency that exists among the members. As the band puts it, “We have retained almost the exact same membership over the years. We love and are touched by our blood relations, but the friendships that become our chosen family are carried in the heart, and the same is transmitted to our audience.” They put on a great show 7/16 on the Millennium Stage.

Acclaimed composer and trumpeter Sarah Wilson draws inspiration from visual art, brass bands and the joy of music on her spirited new album Incandescence. Out July 18, 2025 via Brass Tonic Records, the album features Wilson’s brass focused sextet Brass Tonic on an exuberant set sparked by the work of Austrian painter Thomas Reinhold. Out July 18, 2025 via Wilson’s own Brass Tonic Records and co-produced by Wilson and Grammy Award-winning producer Hans Wendl, Incandescence was commissioned by InterMusic SF’s Musical Grant Program. It draws equal inspiration from Reinhold’s bold, multi-hued abstracts and from the street-level, community-spirited traditions of brass band, marching and New Orleans parade music. In Brass Tonic, Wilson combines an all-woman horn frontline – herself, alto saxophonist Kasey Knudsen, and trombonist Mara Fox – with the buoyant rhythm section of guitarist John Schott, bassist Lisa Mezzacappa, and, for this recording, drummers Jon Arkin and Tim Bulkley.

Nominated for Best Contemporary Instrumental album at the 2024 Grammy Awards®, House of Waters is at the forefront of musical innovation. Its intricate compositions & electrifying live performances create an unforgettable experience, guiding listeners into a realm of limitless musical exploration. With its GroundUP Music recording, On Becoming, friend of the proGram Max ZT and Moto Fukushima are joined by first-call accompanists: drummer Antonio Sanchez, guitarist Mike Stern, and vocalist Priya Darshini. “There are no musical boundaries,” said hammered dulcimer virtuoso Max ZT, “We incorporate elements of world, jazz, indie rock, and classical music creating our own unique sound.” Moto Fukushima added, “We strive for openness married to accessibility.” House of Waters has scored an Emmy®-winning documentary (ESPN) and recently rescored three French Dadaist-Era silent films in partnership with Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. The band has received the South Arts Jazz Road Grant and has an extensive touring history around the world with label mates, Snarky Puppy. They graced the Millennium Stage on the 5th of July to open minds and ears to who and what they are. Watch it here.

Nadine El Roubi, a Sudanese American artist known for her neo-soul and hip-hop fusion, has significantly contributed to the Afro-Arab music scene. Her music delves into themes of self-love, spirituality, & empowerment, reflecting her diverse heritage & experiences. Nadine El Roubi made her mark in 2020 with her explosive rap song “#FEMALE,” a bold & provocative statement. Though she had introduced herself with the introspective singer-songwriter anthem Throne two years earlier, “#FEMALE” cemented her ability to command attention with sharp lyricism & fearless storytelling. Over the past 4 years, her steadily growing body of work has amassed millions of streams, drawing listeners into her unique blend of neo-soul & hip hop. Her breakout single “Honey Butter,” the lead track from her 2022 EP ‘Triplicity’, captivated audiences with its smooth, sultry sound, while “CALM DOWN,” the lead single from her 2024 mixtape Freestyles, Pt. 2: A Mixtape!, further demonstrated her versatility as both a rapper & vocalist. Both tracks have gained immense popularity on streaming platforms & social media, reinforcing her reputation as an artist capable of delivering both intricate bars & soulful melodies. With co-signs from industry heavyweights like SZA, A Tribe Called Quest’s Jarobi White, and recognition from Rolling Stone, Nadine El Roubi is rapidly emerging as a breakthrough artist, one poised to leave a lasting impact on both the SWANA region (Southwest Asia & North Africa) and the global music scene.

The beGinning part of this week’s program got to the point.

Trailer Park Romance- Robert Deitch Ft. Emilee Johnson
Ring Of Fire- Charley Pride
The Ticket- Ernie Palmer
–
Hot Together- Lord Bolt
Sweet Thang- The Rev Douglas
Say You Wanna Dance- Brad Guitar Wilson
Walk Away- Canyon Lights (Live)
Mr. Moto- Paul Johnson & The Packards (Live at the Lighthouse 1995)
Peter Gunn/Baby Elephant Walk- The Chantays (Live at the Lighthouse 1995)
–
Dark Sleeper- The Dreadnoughts
The I’m Gonna Fight Jim’s Girlfriend Polka- The Dreadnoughts
–
700 Miles- Skullcap Ft. Anthony Pirog and Janel Leppin
Rt 40- Skullcap Ft. Anthony Pirog and Janel Leppin

I had the pleasure and honor of attending a memorial concert and outstanding performances that moved me, once aGain. SciArts Services always has the best talent to showcase in Indian sonic and spiritual adventurous, just as the moments in life go forward, so to do we as a united people sharing in each other’s spaces with love, dignity and respect.

Da Truth Brass Band performed live at the 2025 Congo Square Rhythms Festival! We’re video streaming live from the Treme Stage all day today. I attended live via WWOZ. What a fin time as expected.

Sunday, March 30, 2025 – 11:00am to 7:30pm
Armstrong Park (OUTDOORS)
901 North Rampart Street
New Orleans, LA 70116

Sunday, March 30 was streamed live from Congo Square Rhythms Festival!

SCHEDULE (subject to change):

11am-12:15pm Alicia Renee aka “Blue Eyes”
12:30-2pm Da Truth Brass Band
2:15-3:30pm Zena Moses & Rue Fiya’s Allstars
3:45-4:45pm NOLA Resistance
5-6pm Gladney
6:15-7:30pm Original Pinettes Brass Band

This year’s American Songbook (at the Lincoln Center) celebrates the voices of women and nonbinary performers who have not only shaped the landscape of music, but have also driven important conversations on gender, identity, and empowerment. Galvanized by a Sex Pistols concert, the UK-born Marion Elliot adapted the sobriquet Poly Styrene, formed a band and then promptly changed the history of rock by recording the seminal punk anthem Oh Bondage! Up Yours! Poly Styrene would only release one album in the 1970s, but Germ Free Adolescents would prove to be one of the most influential LPs of its era. For this evening of music by and inspired by Poly Styrene and her band X-Ray Spex, the American Songbook band—featuring Keyanna Hutchinson (guitar), Barbara Duncan (percussion), Evan Lawrence (bass), and Elenna Canlas (keyboards and vocals)—will be joined by an array of musical luminaries, all paying their respects to a true punk pioneer. Watch it all HERE!!

Featured Artists

Host: LaRonda Davis

Vocalists:
Cleo Reed
Dunia Best
Felice Rosser
Honeychild Coleman
Princess Nokia
Lisa McQuade
Militia Vox
Rachel Dissident
Rose Blood
Shara Lunon

The 3D printed Renaissance 17 (R17), invented and patented by Grammy-nominated New England Conservatory faculty member Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol, marks a revolutionary step in instrument making. The 3D version of instrument will be premiered in a concert featuring Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol and the Dunya Ensemble at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, March 26 at NEC’s Jordan Hall.

A musical journey, with Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol and the DÜNYA ensemble, from classical Ottoman/Turkish music to original concert and jazz pieces inspired by Turkish music.

Dünya Ensemble

Beth Bahia Cohen, rebab, bowed tanbur, violin
Süeda Çatakoğlu, voice, piano, percussion
Vladyslav Dovhan, alto saxophone
Heiraza, voice, percussion
James Heazlewood-Dale, bass
George Lernis, drums, percussion, voice
Dan Meyers, sackbut, percussion, voice
Tareq Rantisi, percussion, voice
Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol, oud, electric oud, Renaissance 17, piano, duduk, ney, voice
Mark Tipton, trumpet, flugelhorn
Alice Xu, piano

Program:

I. Early Ottoman Music
II. Classical Turkish Music
III. Concert Music
IV. Sacred Music
V. Jazz and Pop

GRAMMY nominee Ariacne Trujillo and her orchestra celebrate her latest album release, Legacy. Ariacne is one of the most creative pianists, vocalists, composers, and arrangers on the New York music scene. At the young age of 18, she was a lead singer and pianist at the legendary Cabaret Tropicana; and since then, she has built an astonishing career sharing the stage with legends Paul Simon, Paquito D. Rivera, Wynton Marsalis, and countless more. With her virtuosity on the piano, her powerful and flexible voice, originality of her compositions, and musical influence from her native Havana, Cuba, she makes her mark in Afro-Cuban Latin jazz—exuding the perfect balance of elegance and intensity. Her and her orchestra played a wonderul evening at the Lincoln Center.

Senior Recital: SGO, horn
Date:
Saturday, March 15, 2025

Time:
7:30 pm EDT

Location:
Warner Concert Hall
77 W. College St.
Oberlin, OH 44074

_______________________________________________________________________________
Program:

Hermann Neuling: Bagatelle

Antonio Rosetti: Concerto for Two Horns in E-flat Major

Florence Price/ arr. Elaine Fine: Adoration (1951)

Consuelo Velázquez/ arr. Arturo Pantaleon & Gabriel Soto: Bésame mucho

Traditional Australian/ arr. Joshua Davis: Waltzing Matilda

Joshua Davis/ Yuniet Lombida: Rondo alla Mambo (2020)

From the melting pot of cultures that blend in the Washington, D.C. area emerges a fusion of musical genres that is shaking dance floors and captivating music lovers’ attention. It is known as the Bongo District. Its mix of reggae, funk, and ska, spiced up with a Latin flavor, has earned the group local recognition, with the group becoming one of D.C.’s most sought-after bands. It plays as a regular act in top venues such as The Bullpen and the Bluebeat Concert Series. Bongo District has also opened for established South American artists Los Cafres, Los Rabanes, and Desorden Publico, among others. The group’s unique blend of popular covers and original music makes their live act appealing to audiences of all ages, taking them on a trip through passages of relaxing reggae music to full blown stadium-chant percussive parties. With a three-hour-plus repertoire under their belt, Bongo District is able to adapt to any size and style of venue without losing the enthusiasm that characterizes their live show. Be it an outdoor stage, live venue, or a small local business, entertainment is guaranteed. “El Distrito,” as they like to call their shows, is a judgement-free zone where they encourage audiences to express themselves while enjoying music in communion. Bongo District is currently recording their first original EP, which promises to evolve around the all-inclusive welcoming message they transmit at every one of their performances: “Dear fellow music fans, thank you for joining and enjoying this experience with us, you are now part of the District…”

This is the one District where you are sure to find all your musical needs fulfilled. They took to the Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center on March 14th to show it all off.

On March 12th, The Jazz Foundation of America presented: Sweetie Pies of New Orleans, Live at Snug Harbor

Personel:

-Becky Lynn Blanca: vocals, banjo uke, washboard
-Russell Lee Welch III : Guitar
-Jason Jurzak: Sousaphone /Bass, vocals
-Matt Rhody: Fiddle
-Mike Voelker: Washboard