Weekend At Harvelle's

Kick off the weekend tonight with J.T. Ross' blues dance party!! Saturday night, it's the real deal - blues and r&b with Arthur Adams. Sunday - it's Harvelle's must-see to believe extravaganza: the electric cabaret funk of The Toledo Show. 

J.T. ROSS : LIVE BLUES DANCE PARTY!

Harvelle’s - Home Of The Blues since 1931 

Proudly presents 

J.T. Ross - The Harmonica Boss 

Most notable of Harvelle's regulars include: Bob Dylan and Jim Morrison. Grammy winner Kevin Moore (aka Keb Mo) was discovered by Sony music at Harvelle's. Friday August 7th will be no exception to the history and greatness which lives in the walls of Harvelle's.

J.T. Ross' band consists of the finest Blues & Roots musicians in Los Angeles. Rick Holmstrom - (Guitar & Vocals) Has been touring and recording with the "Queen Of Gospel" Mavis Staples since 2005 and just wrapped a world tour playing guitar in Booker T's band. Bill Stuve - (Double Bass & Vocals) Is a founding member of Rod Piazza & the Mighty Flyers and has a discography which reads like a who's who of the blues hierarchy. Jerry Angel - (Drums) Has banged with the best of em' . . . Koko Taylor, The Blasters, Coco Montoya, Brian Setzer, and countless top notch musical stars.

21 & Over – $10.00 – Full Bar – Dancing

Soul Funk : Hot Like Summer

Last week's Soul Funk session was a mind blowing combo of old school meets new school, as C.J. Eammons took the stage and captivated right from the start. C.J. (top photo))is a one-of-a-kind vocalist with a multi-octave range. He can sing any style with heavy soul and deep passion. Joined - at one point - by the delightful diva Kim Yarbrough - it was truly happenin' !

The night's second set featured Wally Ali (playing left-handed in the photo above)and Todd Washington (on the right) on guitars, often playing off each other, as they and a variety of back line changes created an electric party that those in attendance will not soon forget.

See what maestro Ryan Cross has in store tonight. Scheduled to perform: one of the top piano players around, Ruslan Sirota who plays with Stanley Clarke, singers LaRae and Robyn Jackson and - of course Robert Miller will be laying down the groove.

Audible Mainframe : Hip-Hop Truant Officers

Hip-Hop pretenders beware!

Sans gold chains, grills, bling, vintage Jordans, fitted Starter caps - any of the trappings of modern day "rap music" - Audible Mainframe is a Boston band based in Los Angeles. They have spent the month playing Wednesday's at Harvelle's. Every week this sextet has stretched the limitations of hip-hop like a silly putty comic transfer - elongated and twisted, but still ultimately recognizable. 

Their tight 50 minute set packs enough power output to fire up a city block for a fortnight, and that you won't forget! Audible Mainframe is a truly memorable band with great hooks, a killer DJ and a front man - Exposition - who knows how to rock a mic and get a party started. The other guys wield their instruments (guitar/bass/drums/keys/trumpet) like heavy artillary that they are trained to deploy.

Catch them tonight.

9:30 sharp!

followed by 

The House Of Vibe All-Stars.

House Of Vibe : Welcome Mat

Everyone's welcome to be down with the House Of Vibe All Stars. 

The virtual "Welcome Mat" in the front swears it's true. 

Seen in the House : Amy Lou playing the congas, bongos, cowbells and all things of that nature and Valerie Franco behind the drum kit. The two percussion-centric women have been showing up more and more recently and turning it out each time.

House Of Vibe is every Wednesday at Harvelle's.

Soul Funk Roundup : Ryan Cross Brings It!

Soul Funk!

What is it?
 

Ryan Cross, bass player, has assembled a night of miscellaneous jazz, funk, soul, R&B - a conglomeration of styles and people gathered here every session for your dancing and listening pleasure. There's always surprise guests and top notch singers and players and the most beautiful crowd you'll encounter on the West side on a Tuesday night.

The pix below are a sampling of recent guests who have soul-funked Harvelle's.

The one and only Nikki Grier.

Robert Miller, Ryan Cross and Dennis Hamm

Tricia Battani shakes her groove thang. Ryan Cross on bass.

Rachel Sierra gives it her all, Tom McNally (lft) on guitar.

Dennis Hamm works it out.

Dezmond Meeks and Keyrei join Tricia Battani on stage.

Tom McNally takes the lead. Rachel Sierra on the right.

Kevin Moore : Mondays at Harvelle's

Tonight is the penultimate time to see Kevin Moore in the laid-back atmosphere of one of L.A.'s most cherished and oldest establishments. Word is out that Monday nights at Harvelle's is something of a big deal. Come see what's up, as the world-class bluesman does what he does best. 

Singin', pickin' and grinnin', Kevin pleases the crowd with covers and originals and has such a great rapport with the crowd, it makes for an intimate and truly exciting night out on the town.