Swing 512 is an Austin-based gypsy jazz (jazz manouche / hot club jazz) ensemble inspired by the fast-swinging, acoustic sound pioneered in 1930s Paris by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. The band features violinist Liz Mallett, guitarists Matt Montoya and Saul Hernandez, and upright bassist Derek Thigpen—classically trained musicians who bring fiery improvisation, tight ensemble […]
From the heart of Central Texas, Jim Vence has built a reputation as a skilled guitarist, soulful vocalist, and versatile performer whose music bridges genres and generations. Whether he’s playing a tender acoustic ballad, a fiery blues solo, or a groove-driven jazz standard, Jim’s artistry is rooted in both technical mastery and a deep love […]
Jazz Daddies are an Austin, Texas–based jazz ensemble formed in 2012, known for delivering upbeat, crowd-pleasing jazz that spans the genre—from classic standards and swing to bebop, blues, funk, Mardi Gras rhythms, and roaring 1920s Gatsby style. Their latest release, Moontower Nights, was recorded in Austin at Wire Recording and features ten original, guitar-driven jazz […]
Antonini & Saether Duo are a pair of rising jazz Musicians from Central Texas, blending youthful energy with a deep respect for the tradition. Rooted in swing, blues, and straight-ahead jazz, their sound feels timeless yet alive, like a late-night set that drifts effortlessly between melody and mood. With upright bass and guitar at the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Alexander Roddy is a saxophonist from Dallas, Texas, and a senior jazz performance major at Texas State University in San Marcos. He began his musical journey at the age of ten on clarinet, later discovering the tenor saxophone at seventeen during his final year of high school. At Texas State, Roddy has studied under esteemed professors […]
Jake Waylon would be the first to tell you he’s a jack of all trades and master of none. A singer, songwriter, guitarist, and mandolin picker, he can fool you into thinking he’s a drummer if given enough time to shake off the rust. He’ll grab a bass without hesitation, blow a little “trash harp” […]