Austin-based vocalist Kari Shaff brings a velvet tone and vintage swing sensibility to every performance. Blending the elegance of classic jazz with the warmth of country, blues, and soul, she transforms each stage into an intimate, heartfelt experience—marked by expressive delivery, quick wit, and timeless style.
Joshua Alderete is a dedicated musician and bandleader based in Central Texas, originally from Pasadena, Texas. With over 15 years of experience as a drummer, Joshua has spent more than a decade immersed in the rich musical landscape of South and Central Texas, working as a full-time musician and collaborator. Joshua is a founding member of The […]
Bobby Noble is a Texas-based singer, songwriter, and performer blending Jazz, Soul, R&B, and Pop into an electrifying live experience. Armed with acoustic guitar, soaring falsetto vocals, loop pedals, beat-boxing, and improvisational flair, Bobby creates a sound that is both intimate and unforgettable.
Piano Mandy is a veteran Central Texas pianist and vocalist known for her sophisticated, “jazzed-up” interpretations of classic and contemporary favorites.
On the first Friday of every month, Metro Blue, formerly known as S7VEN, brings a full seven-piece ensemble to Brass Peacock, filling the room with layered horns, a locked-in rhythm section, and polished vocals made for a true speakeasy night. Rooted in jazz and moving confidently through soul, R&B, funk, and reimagined classics, Metro Blue […]
Dave Lee (Trumpet) has been an active part of the Austin music scene since moving from the Pacific Northwest in 2001. A versatile freelance musician, Dave performs regularly with NAJO, Mainstream Jazz (his own big band and combo), the Ken Ragsdale Orchestra, and various jazz and pop ensembles across Austin, Houston, and surrounding areas. In addition […]
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. […]
Trevor Gonzalez is a San Marcos–based saxophonist currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Jazz Performance at Texas State University under the mentorship of Professor Joel Frahm. He previously earned his Bachelor’s degree from the same institution, continuing to refine a voice that is both technically grounded and deeply expressive. Musically versatile and stylistically fluid, Trevor […]
Diminished Returns is a Central Texas jazz trio that channels the smoky elegance of 1930s clubs with a modern swing sensibility. Fronted by sultry vocalist Clara Watson, the group captivates audiences with torch songs, bluesy ballads, and high-energy swing numbers that keep the night moving. Guitarist Glenn Rios lays down sophisticated rhythms and fluid solos, while drummer Ken Fowler drives the […]
Michael Alexandersson brings timeless charm and modern charisma to the stage with a voice that feels pulled straight from the golden age of crooners. Based in Salado, Texas, just north of Austin, Michael blends the swagger of Sinatra, the soul of Elvis, and the smooth energy of Dean Martin into a performance style that turns […]