KJazz 88.1 | Community Events Calendar

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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free show on June 2! Phi-Psonics will perform selections from ‘Expanding to One’ , their third LP (out May 23). Dylan Day will play a solo set to open , and pheeels (In Sheep's Clothing) will be spinning records. the new album will be available on vinyl along with some other special merch. We hope to see you there!

‘Expanding to One’ out May 23 on gondwana records , available on LP, CD, and dl.

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8:30pm - 9:30pm

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The World Stage ‘Friday Night Concert Series’ presents

Eric Revis, Bassist

Friday, June 6, 2025 Doors 8pm, Show 8:30pm

Grammy Award-winning bassist and composer Eric Revis is one of the most commanding voices in contemporary jazz. Known for his powerful tone—described by Branford Marsalis as “the sound of doom: big, thick, percussive”—Revis has performed with legends like Betty Carter, Lionel Hampton, McCoy Tyner, Bennie Maupin, Peter Brötzmann, and the Branford Marsalis Quartet, where he’s held the bass chair since 1997. A fearless bandleader and collaborator, Revis is co-founder of the acclaimed trio Tarbaby and has released eight albums as a leader. Whether on festival stages, in intimate clubs, or on major film soundtracks, Revis brings an unmatched depth and creative energy to every performance.

Please join us as we welcome back bassist Eric Revis to The World Stage!

The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008 Parking and entrance located at the rear of the building. $20 Admission at the door

More Information: www.theworldstage.org

Coming Up At The World Stage: June 6 – Eric Revis, Bassist June 7 – Josef Leimberg, Mystic Journey Album Release Performance June 13 – Gloria Hendry, Actress/Vocalist June 20 – Carlos Nino and Friends June 27 – Andrew Renfroe, Guitarist

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4:30pm - 9:00pm

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Come join us at the Summer Breeze Music Festival for a evening filled with good vibes, great music, and unforgettable memories! Get ready to dance the day and night away with incredible live performances from 3 time Grammy Saxaphonist Tom Scott, Legendary Tower of Power Trumpeteer Greg Adams, Winner of the Voice Season 10, Alisan Porter, anitaL. From rock to pop, there's something for everyone. This is your chance to soak up the sun, enjoy delicious food, and make new friends. Don't miss out on this epic event!

Ticket sales support the following local charitable organizations: SCV Food Pantry, SCV Rotary, SCV Guardians, SNAP Fitness and Soroptimist of Greater Santa Clarita Valley

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6:00pm - 11:00pm

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Shea Welsh & Friends featuring Banda La Tribu (Panama), Eru Matsumoto (GRAMMY Award-Winning Cellist), Sheila Ford (Baltimore’s finest vocalist), Gabrielle Rosse (Classical Vocalist Extraordinaire)

6pm Doors & Red Carpet 7pm Banda La Tribu 8pm Shea Welsh & Friends 9pm-11pm Afterparty

Performers: Banda La Tribu - Dynamic First-Nation Kuna Rap/Rock Band from Panama Yoba Barrantes (Vocals, Indigenous Flutes), Fello Barrantes (Vocals, Guitar), Oliver Cantoral (Percussion), Bursob Lopez (Dance), Gilberto Ruiz (Drums), Christobal Alfonso (Bass), & Special Guest Shea Welsh (Guitar)

Shea Welsh & Friends - Performing Shea's original compositions spanning the jazz, classical, world music, rock, and blues genres. Shea Welsh (Vocals, Guitar, Composer), Eru Matsumoto (Cello), Sheila Ford (Vocals), Gabrielle Rosse (Vocals), Ian Martin (Bass), Tateng Katindig (Keyboard), Euro Zambrano (Drums

Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to get a good seat. Refreshments, including wine and cheese, will be served.

Produced by Stick Figure Productions Sponsored by Geoversity

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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Universal Music Group artist Justin Chart is a visionary alto saxophonist, acclaimed for his elegant and enticing extemporization and electrifying hard bop. Chart pushes the boundaries of jazz, relying completely on improvisation, creating beautifully wrought pieces of jazz with spellbinding spontaneity.

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8:30pm - 9:30pm

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The World Stage presents

Josef Leimberg, Mystic Journey Album Release Party

Saturday, June 7, 2025 Doors 8pm, Show 8:30pm

Josef Leimberg is a visionary trumpeter, composer, and producer whose unique sound bridges jazz, funk, hip hop, and soul. He rose to prominence through collaborations with Terrace Martin on Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy-winning To Pimp a Butterfly, contributing to standout tracks like “How Much a Dollar Cost,” named President Obama’s favorite song of 2015. Leimberg has worked with an impressive roster of artists including Erykah Badu, Snoop Dogg, Robert Glasper, Thundercat, SZA, Madlib and Miguel. His critically acclaimed debut Astral Progressions was released on World Galaxy, the jazz imprint of Alpha Pup Records, blending celestial jazz with grounded groove. His forthcoming album, Mystic Journey, features Kamasi Washington, MonoNeon, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Miguel Atwood Ferguson, Dwight Trible, Flora Purim, and more—continuing his mission to elevate music as a spiritual and boundary-breaking force.

Please join us as we celebrate with trumpeter Josef Leimberg on his new album Mystic Journey at The World Stage!

The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008 Parking and entrance located at the rear of the building. $20 Admission at the door

More Information: www.theworldstage.org

Coming Up At The World Stage: June 6 – Eric Revis, Bassist June 7 – Josef Leimberg, Mystic Journey Album Release Performance June 13 – Gloria Hendry, Actress/Vocalist June 20 – Carlos Nino and Friends June 27 – Andrew Renfroe, Guitarist

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1:00pm - 5:00pm

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South Bay New Orleans Jazz Club Sunday, June 8 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | $15.00 Meets the second Sunday of Every Month at Alvas Showroom.

Musicians, If you think you can cut it, come early and join us

12:30 pm Set : This is a slot for youth and budding musicians to sit in and play with Members

1 pm to 5pm consist of 2 Jam Sets and a Concert set. All of this is great for dancing.

We are a club of musicians, dancers, listeners, toe tappers and we are dictated to the preservation of America’s cultural contribution to the World, “Traditional Jazz”. Please join us as we are always welcoming new members and have been since 1962. Remember it is no cost if you are a musician and sign in to play.

If you are a young musician and would like to sit in please drop a email to jerrygoodman@cox.net

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8:00pm - 9:30pm

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Jazz Night @ Trip w/The Shea Welsh Quartet Shea Welsh Quartet 8:00pm - 9:30pm The Shea Welsh Quartet Guitarist Shea Welsh performs with his dynamic jazz quartet featuring Tateng Katindig on Keys, David Anderson on Drums and Ian Martin on Bass. Modern and traditional jazz.

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6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Really cool dinner show with my quartet on June 12 at Jo Jo's Hideaway! With Rickey Woodard on sax, Rob Whitlock on piano, Jeff Littleton on bass, and Bryan Cabrera drums/congas/vox. Lots a good stuff to eat! Lots of good music to digest! Dinner starts at 6 and show 7-9. 🥁 You can get tickets on their website or here: https://www.jojoshideawayat17.com/orders/thursday-night-jazz-with-bryan-cabrera-band-07a1f9e2?fbclid=IwY2xjawKkwkpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTUGtMM1BOamt0SWxEMFpqAR4rUq-brMIVIhe2jrntKSp9YSRQ7bo1buL9TfNGNqkWiNIFtRXfRpJCYR7B4w_aem_k7zZeobLX1-i0dep3_iP8A

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6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Really cool dinner show with my quartet on June 12 at Jo Jo's Hideaway! With Rickey Woodard on sax, Rob Whitlock on piano, Jeff Littleton on bass, and Bryan Cabrera drums/congas/vox. Lots a good stuff to eat! Lots of good music to digest! Dinner starts at 6 and show 7-9. 🥁 You can get tickets on their website or here: https://www.jojoshideawayat17.com/orders/thursday-night-jazz-with-bryan-cabrera-band-07a1f9e2?fbclid=IwY2xjawKkwkpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTUGtMM1BOamt0SWxEMFpqAR4rUq-brMIVIhe2jrntKSp9YSRQ7bo1buL9TfNGNqkWiNIFtRXfRpJCYR7B4w_aem_k7zZeobLX1-i0dep3_iP8A

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6:30pm - 9:00pm

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Time to get retro! This 80’s tribute band puts on a Las Vegas style show to make you laugh AND dance. ___________________

Dinner Catered by Cal Fresh, 06/12 Menu:

Chicken Tinga Street Tacos

Black Bean Vegetarian Taco Available

Elote Salad & Sweet Pickled Onions

Cinnamon Churros ___________________

Tickets are $50 per person

6:30PM - 9PM

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7:30pm - 11:00pm

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Marcello Carelli Quartet: “First Impressions” Album Release Show with Barclay Moffitt, Adam Hersh & Mike Gurrola

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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Three of Los Angeles' most dynamic producer/instrumentalists Telemakus, Javier Santiago, and Stratøs come together to share an incredibly wide range of electronic jazz. Stratøs is joined by "Space Jazz" featuring class of '25 Herbie Hancock Institute graduates Yakiv Tvietinskyi and Ebs Daramola.

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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Marcello Carelli Quartet "First Impressions" album release with Barclay Moffitt, Adam Hersh & Mike Gurrola

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8:30pm - 9:30pm

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The World Stage ‘Friday Night Concert Series’ presents

Gloria Hendry, Actress/Vocalist

Friday, June 13, 2025 Doors 8pm, Show 8:30pm

Gloria Hery is an American actress, a vocalist, a former Playboy model, and stands as one of the legendary figures of The Black Renaissance in Hollywood in the early 1970s. In 1968, Hendry received her first acting role in Sidney Poitier's film For Love of Ivy, followed by a small role in the 1970 film The Landlord. In 1973, Hendry portrayed the Bond girl, Rosie Carver in the James Bond film Live and Let Die. She portrayed Helen Bradley in the blaxploitation film Black Caesar, and the sequel, Hell Up in Harlem as well as other noted roles. Apart from acting, Gloria also sings professionally and has released a live album of James Bond themes where she sings with legendary Jimmy McConnell and his big band.

The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008 Parking and entrance located at the rear of the building. $20 Admission at the door

More Information: www.theworldstage.org

Coming Up At The World Stage: June 20 – Carlos Nino and Friends June 27 – Andrew Renfroe, Guitarist July 4 – Maxayn Lewis, Vocalist July 11 – Sheree Brown and Friends

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2:30pm - 10:00pm

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NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) hosts its June Monthly Film Festival dedicated to its celebration of its annual InFocus: LGBTQ+ Cinema program. The day consists of three InFocus: LGBTQ+ shorts programs showcasing a diverse range of exciting work from emerging LGBTQ+ creators.

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8:00pm - 9:30pm

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Blues Night 8pm-9:30pm No Cover 21+ Shea Welsh The Blues Experience Shea Welsh on Guitar & Vocals, Raymond Johnson on Drums, Rob McDonald on Bass, Hans Zermuehlen on Keys.

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11:00am - 7:00am

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The 10th annual DigiMarCon Cruise, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference At Sea returns June 20th to 23rd, 2025 onboard the Royal Caribbean ‘Jewel of the Seas’ Cruise Ship. Join your peers for 3 days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.

Highlights: • Top Industry Keynotes: Hear from visionary speakers who push the boundaries of digital marketing. • Networking Opportunities: Connect with thought leaders, reunite with your peers, and expand your professional network. • Emerging Trends: Discover strategies and latest technologies to move your business to the next level. • Hands-On Learning: Master classes, case studies, and strategy sessions to equip you with practical solutions for immediate impact.

This year’s edition will feature topics such as: • Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, and Marketing Automation • Content Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, and Influencer Marketing • Conversion Rate Optimization, Mobile Marketing, and Video Marketing • Data Science, Big Data, Programmatic Advertising and Predictive Analytics • UI / UX Design, User Experience, Omnichannel Marketing, and much more!

Be a part of DigiMarCon Cruise 2025 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions, networking and more in a safe and hygienic environment! See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your cabin today. For more details visit https://digimarconcruise.com."

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6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Featuring: Natalie Jacob - vocals Wayne Wilentz - keys Satoshi Kirisawa - drums

Reservations recommended: https://papillegustativela.com/ or https://www.opentable.com

Natalie Jacob has a particular passion for bossa and can also swing with the best of them. In addition to leading her own band, she has been the featured vocalist with the Scotty Barnhart Quintet, the Paul McDonald Big Band and she currently sings with the Brazilian music band, Corcovado. She has shared the stage with such illustrious musicians as Clayton Cameron, Tamir Hendelman, Larry Koonse, Andy Langham, James Leary, Roy McCurdy and Trevor Ware.

Check out her debut album, “Sooner or Later,” produced by Grammy-Award winning Director of the Count Basie Orchestra, Scotty Barnhart, and featuring pianist Tamir Hendelman, guitarist Anthony Wilson, bassist Carlitos Del Puerto, drummer Clayton Cameron, and percussionist Kevin Winard.

"Natalie Jacob is an exceptionally talented vocalist whose voice is a finely tuned and seasoned instrument that showcases her crystal-clear delivery of lyrics, her naturally beautiful, engaging, and sultry disposition with perfect intonation, which places her in a class all her own. She has quickly become one of my favorite vocalists to listen to and to work with and I have worked with many of the greats. Give her a listen and you will discover a wonderful and gorgeous new voice in the world of jazz." –Scotty Barnhart, Director of The Count Basie Orchestra

“… A voice that stopped me, personally, in my tracks. I just wanted to hear it again and again!” –Bubba Jackson, Radio host, KJAZZ 88.1 FM

“Natalie sings with warmth and really connects with the songs she sings.” –Tamir Hendelman, Jazz pianist and composer

“Natalie’s gift is in her fine sense of rhythm and delivery, extracting every nuance in a bossa nova, a samba, or straight up jazz. She is the essence of cool and… she can make an evening fly by leaving you wanting more.” –Terry Cole, Entertainer, Sound/Light Engineer at The Gardenia

Website: www.nataliejacob.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejacobmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejacobmusic/

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8:30pm - 9:30pm

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The World Stage ‘Friday Night Concert Series’ presents

Carlos Niño and Friends with Aaron Shaw, Falle Nioke, Maia The Artiste, and Michael Alvidrez

Friday, June 20, 2025 Doors 8pm, Show 8:30pm

Carlos Niño is a visionary producer, percussionist, and sonic curator whose expansive approach to music defies boundaries. Known for his deeply spiritual, improvisational style, Niño has been a key figure in the Los Angeles music scene for over two decades, bridging jazz, ambient, hip-hop, and experimental sound. He has collaborated with a wide range of artists including André 3000, with whom he co-created on the groundbreaking instrumental album New Blue Sun. Niño’s work is rooted in community and cosmic exploration, often weaving live instrumentation with meditative textures to create immersive, transcendent experiences. Whether behind the kit or behind the boards, Carlos Niño continues to shape the future of genre-defying music through collaboration, intuition, and boundless creativity.

The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008 Parking and entrance located at the rear of the building. $20 Admission at the door

More Information: www.theworldstage.org

Coming Up At The World Stage: June 20 – Carlos Nino and Friends June 27 – Andrew Renfroe, Guitarist July 4 – Maxayn Lewis, Vocalist July 11 – Sheree Brown and Friends

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6:30pm - 8:30pm

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Featuring: Natalie Jacob - vocals Wayne Wilentz - keys

Join the Natalie Jacob Duo at The Cloverfield, a friendly neighborhood eatery in Santa Monica, serving fresh, ingredient-driven food, artisanal wine, craft beer and signature cocktails. Their fabulous outdoor patio is the perfect gathering place for family and friends to dine, relax and enjoy live music!

Reservations recommended: https://thecloverfield.net/ or https://resy.com/

Natalie Jacob has a particular passion for bossa and can also swing with the best of them. In addition to leading her own band, she has been the featured vocalist with the Scotty Barnhart Quintet, the Paul McDonald Big Band and she currently sings with the Brazilian music band, Corcovado. She has shared the stage with such illustrious musicians as Clayton Cameron, Tamir Hendelman, Andy Langham, James Leary, Roy McCurdy and Trevor Ware.

Check out her debut album, “Sooner or Later,” produced by Grammy-Award winning Director of the Count Basie Orchestra, Scotty Barnhart, and featuring pianist Tamir Hendelman, guitarist Anthony Wilson, bassist Carlitos Del Puerto, drummer Clayton Cameron, and percussionist Kevin Winard.

Website: nataliejacob.com Facebook: facebook.com/nataliejacobmusic Instagram: instagram.com/nataliejacobmusic

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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This show stars Ray Bailey, Crown Prince of S Central Blues and the Bernie Pearl Blues Band. 2 hours of really great Blues from South Central LA at a really great venue in West LA.

1st Show was May 31. Venue was packed. Straight Blues, no Blues rock, no R&B, no Soul, straight Blues.