David Chao is an Austin, Texas–based jazz pianist known for his expressive touch, deep respect for the jazz tradition, and fluid command of both classic standards and modern jazz language. As a bandleader and collaborator, he brings a thoughtful, swinging approach to the piano that emphasizes melody, harmony, and dynamic interaction within the ensemble. Rooted […]
Pierson Keating is an Austin, Texas–based musician known for his thoughtful, groove-forward approach to jazz and classic American standards. Rooted in piano traditions that balance swing, harmony, and feel, his playing emphasizes musical conversation over flash, serving the room as much as the song. Active in the Central Texas music scene, Pierson performs regularly in […]
On the first Friday of every month, S7EVEN Jazz brings their full 7-piece ensemble to Brass Peacock, filling the room with layered horns, locked-in rhythm, and polished vocals that feel tailor-made for a speakeasy night. Rooted in jazz and stretching confidently into soul, R&B, funk, and reimagined classics, the band delivers a sound that moves […]
When the lights dip low and the glassware catches gold, Rosie Flores steps into the kind of room she was born to haunt. An Austin icon with San Antonio roots, Rosie has spent more than five decades shaping American roots music. A trailblazer in rockabilly and country, she became the first Latina to chart on […]
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 front man of Dysfunkshun Junkshun—a crew that’s been igniting dance floors across the Southwest for over two decades with brimstone funk, […]
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 […]
Michael Alexandersson is a Salado-based crooner serving up swing, soul, and rock ’n’ roll classics with modern charisma. From Sinatra and Bobby Darin to Elvis and Don Gibson, he delivers the timeless tunes you know and love with a smooth voice and undeniable stage presence. Born into a family of musicians, performing is in his DNA—his father is a […]
The Violet Crown Affair unites the soulful voice of the cello with the rare harp guitar, creating music that feels both timeless and new. Their repertoire spans continents—tangos from Argentina, ballads from Mexico, choros from Brazil, dances from Ireland and Spain, and beyond—each piece infused with elegance, fire, and heart. https://youtu.be/DlmHXuhS6-o?si=JMSB4fTLVzykaCH2
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 […]
