Sean Dobbins got his start at a young age when he would regularly perform with Blue Note recording artist Louis Smith. As Sean's career progressed he found himself the recipient of many awards and accolades including the Woody Herman Jazz Award and the Louis Armstrong Scholarship, each of them celebrating outstanding musiciansh [...]

Sean Dobbins got his start at a young age when he would regularly perform with Blue Note recording artist Louis Smith. As Sean's career progressed he found himself the recipient of many awards and accolades including the Woody Herman Jazz Award and the Louis Armstrong Scholarship, each of them celebrating outstanding musiciansh [...]

Brandon Meeks is seeking to redefine how Gary, Indiana is only known as the home of the Jackson Family. The independent bassist, producer, arranger, and beatmaker is gaining steam in the crowded world of Jazz, Hip-Hop and R&B by choosing to follow his own path and ignoring the allure of popular trends. Meeks’ professiona [...]

Brandon Meeks is seeking to redefine how Gary, Indiana is only known as the home of the Jackson Family. The independent bassist, producer, arranger, and beatmaker is gaining steam in the crowded world of Jazz, Hip-Hop and R&B by choosing to follow his own path and ignoring the allure of popular trends. Meeks’ professiona [...]

Four featured artists are selected annually to be spotlighted at Art & Soul events and performances in the Indianapolis area. This special performance will include 2023 Featured Artists Brandon Douthitt (music), Crystal V. Rhodes (theater), and Jamichael Kyng Pollard (live drawings on canvas), plus Rob Dixon and more.  [...]

Since 1995, The Jazz Kitchen has been the place to be for Latin dancing and good times. Top DJ's, DJ Latin Spy & DJ Rican keeping the dance floor hot with a mix of salsa, merengue bachata, reggaetón, Latin hip-hop & more. HOURS - 6p-2a FULL DINNER & BAR MENU 6-10p (click here to see [...]

John Raymond - trumpet Jay Sawyer - drums Joel Tucker - guitar Steve Allee - piano Nick Tucker - bass Grammy-nominated trumpeter John Raymond is making a name for himself as one of the most promising, genre-bending musicians in jazz today. He is “steering jazz in the right direction” (Downbeat Magazine) [...]

John Raymond - trumpet Jay Sawyer - drums Joel Tucker - guitar Steve Allee - piano Nick Tucker - bass Grammy-nominated trumpeter John Raymond is making a name for himself as one of the most promising, genre-bending musicians in jazz today. He is “steering jazz in the right direction” (Downbeat Magazine) [...]

Pavel & Direct Contact is known for their energetic, fiery performances, much in the vein of the modern pyrotechnicians of today’s Latin Jazz world. Led by Internationally-known Dominican pianist and Chicago Music Awards Nominee, Pavel Polanco-Safadit, Direct Contact brings an unforgettable experience of Latin Jazz, Salsa [...]

A special, intimate performance featuring vocalist Rebecca Rafla | Songs for Lovers Vocalist Rebecca Rafla is known for her command of the Great American Songbook and the world of Bossa Nova as well as pop and soul repertoire. Much in the vein of Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, and Emilie-Claire Barlow, she delivers [...]

A special, intimate performance featuring vocalist Rebecca Rafla | Songs for Lovers Vocalist Rebecca Rafla is known for her command of the Great American Songbook and the world of Bossa Nova as well as pop and soul repertoire. Much in the vein of Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, and Emilie-Claire Barlow, she delivers [...]

Soulful and soul satisfying, Yvonne’s musical style is a diverse repertoire of jazz, soul, pop, funk and rock. Her vocal verve is one that celebrates love and life while displaying a range of vocal flair that brings to mind the great jazz songstresses of the past. Some of her musical influences are, Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Fr [...]

Since 1995, The Jazz Kitchen has been the place to be for Latin dancing and good times. Top DJ's, DJ Latin Spy & DJ Rican keeping the dance floor hot with a mix of salsa, merengue bachata, reggaetón, Latin hip-hop & more. HOURS - 6p-2a FULL DINNER & BAR MENU 6-10p (click here to see [...]

Chart-Topping Saxophonist Kim Waters Offers A Prescription For Our Blues With A Joyous Celebration Of Life On New CD Shakedown Out Now. “Music is the one thing that everyone can turn to during this pandemic. It brings joy in these trying times,” says Kim Waters. Heralded as “Simply one of the planet’s bes [...]

Chart-Topping Saxophonist Kim Waters Offers A Prescription For Our Blues With A Joyous Celebration Of Life On New CD Shakedown Out Now. “Music is the one thing that everyone can turn to during this pandemic. It brings joy in these trying times,” says Kim Waters. Heralded as “Simply one of the planet’s bes [...]

Chart-Topping Saxophonist Kim Waters Offers A Prescription For Our Blues With A Joyous Celebration Of Life On New CD Shakedown Out Now. “Music is the one thing that everyone can turn to during this pandemic. It brings joy in these trying times,” says Kim Waters. Heralded as “Simply one of the planet’s bes [...]

Chart-Topping Saxophonist Kim Waters Offers A Prescription For Our Blues With A Joyous Celebration Of Life On New CD Shakedown Out Now. “Music is the one thing that everyone can turn to during this pandemic. It brings joy in these trying times,” says Kim Waters. Heralded as “Simply one of the planet’s bes [...]

Jeff Coffin, Viktor Krauss, and Jordan Perlson with special guest Leo Genovese This all-star trio sprang from a series of COVID-era jams in their hometown of Nashville and features 3x Grammy-winning saxophonist Jeff Coffin of Dave Matthews Band (and Bela Fleck & the Flectones before that), eclectic composer and bassist [...]

Jeff Coffin, Viktor Krauss, and Jordan Perlson with special guest Leo Genovese This all-star trio sprang from a series of COVID-era jams in their hometown of Nashville and features 3x Grammy-winning saxophonist Jeff Coffin of Dave Matthews Band (and Bela Fleck & the Flectones before that), eclectic composer and bassist [...]

The long awaited return of the annual Mardi Gras Party is back and better than ever! • Music from New Orleans style Pork & Beans Brass Band • Enjoy food specials like shrimp boil, crab cakes, etoufee, king cake and other New Orleans Fare • Delicious Mardi Gras cocktails like Hurricanes, Fleur De L [...]

The Tony Bryant Project is a collective group of musicians and singers who focus on bringing good vibes to the soul. Indy native Tony Bryant leads the band with over 30 years of experience as a drummer. TBP includes an amazing array of artist including Tanya Lee Martin, Rueben Darius, Will Robinson, and James Gibson.

Since 1995, The Jazz Kitchen has been the place to be for Latin dancing and good times. Top DJ's, DJ Latin Spy & DJ Rican keeping the dance floor hot with a mix of salsa, merengue bachata, reggaetón, Latin hip-hop & more. HOURS - 6p-2a FULL DINNER & BAR MENU 6-10p (click here to see [...]

Jim Snidero - alto saxophone Phil DeGreg - piano Jeremy Allen - bass Sean Dobbins - drums Building on his Downbeat Magazine 5-Star "masterpiece" review of  Live at the Deer Head Inn (2021), New York alto saxophonist Jim Snidero added the innovative guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel for his latest album [...]

Viva Las Vegas! Come join us at The Jazz Kitchen for an exciting evening of music, dance, and great food and drink. The Cool City Band kicks it up with dance favorites from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Ray Charles, Etta James, Voodoo Daddy, Michael Buble, and many others. Bring your dancing shoes and be prepared to dance the night a [...]