Brother Magnum commands the stage like a late-night whisper turning into a shout. A seasoned vocalist, guitarist, and bandleader rooted in the heart of Austin’s live-music culture, he is best known as the electric frontman of Dysfunkshun Junkshun—a crew that’s been igniting dance floors across the Southwest for over two decades with brimstone funk, soul, and grooves […]
Jerry Espinoza is a Central Texas saxophonist and bandleader known for his rich tone, deep jazz vocabulary, and high-energy improvisation. Born and raised in Laredo, Texas, Espinoza began playing saxophone at age 12 and was already performing professionally by 14. He holds a bachelor’s degree in classical saxophone performance and a master’s degree in jazz […]
Jim Vence is a Central Texas guitarist and performer best known for his work in the Austin and Hill Country gypsy jazz and swing scene. Over the years, he has performed throughout the region as both a solo artist and collaborative musician, blending jazz, swing, blues, Western swing, and acoustic roots influences into his performances. […]
Based in Austin, Texas, Aiden Berg is a jazz guitarist and composer whose playing blends the sophistication of classic jazz with the modern edge of today’s improvisational scene. Known for his warm tone, inventive phrasing, and intuitive interplay with fellow musicians, Aiden brings a fresh, dynamic energy to every performance. Aiden’s influences range from the […]
The Fellows is a side project from Joshua Alderete and The Fellowship, bringing together a rotating cast of players for something a little looser, jazzier, and unpredictable. With drums at the heart of it, each performance takes on its own personality, blending swing, jazz, groove, and plenty of musical conversation.
Joshua Alderete is a drummer, bandleader, and full-time musician whose sound is rooted in deep groove, collaboration, and the living language of jazz. Originally from Pasadena, Texas, Joshua has spent more than 15 years refining his craft and over a decade performing across the rich musical landscape of Texas. He is a founding member of […]
Jaymie Graves and the Strays bring a playful, sophisticated mix of jazz, swing, blues, and reimagined favorites to the Central Texas music scene. Leading the group on vocals and flute, Jaymie Graves moves easily from smoky standards and romantic ballads to bossa nova, soulful blues, and unexpected selections drawn from across the American songbook. The […]
Chase Risinger is an Austin-based guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter known for his eclectic blend of Western Swing, honky-tonk, rockabilly, country, and hot jazz. Playing and writing songs since the age of 13, Chase has developed a style filled with offbeat humor, imaginative songwriting, and plenty of swing. He’s also the founder and frontman of Austin’s […]
Frank Chapa is a Central Texas saxophonist and bandleader whose sound moves naturally through classic swing, cool jazz, Latin jazz, blues, and modern interpretations of the jazz tradition. Based in the San Marcos area, Chapa has become a familiar presence on the Central Texas jazz scene, performing in duo, trio, and quartet settings and bringing […]
Brother Magnum commands the stage like a late-night whisper turning into a shout. A seasoned vocalist, guitarist, and bandleader rooted in the heart of Austin’s live-music culture, he is best known as the electric frontman of Dysfunkshun Junkshun—a crew that’s been igniting dance floors across the Southwest for over two decades with brimstone funk, soul, and grooves […]