Jeremy Slemenda is a Central Texas guitarist with a tone that lives right where jazz guitar sophistication meets dance-floor roots music. Known as the frontman of The Jerrells, he brings warm, melodic single-note lines, punchy chord work, and that swinging pocket that makes a room feel like it just put on a sharper suit. (brasspeacock.com) […]
Aly Rosa is a Filipino–Puerto Rican vocalist whose musical journey began in the Philippines, where she was raised and first trained in vocal performance at the age of seven. With a foundation in musical theatre, her voice has carried her across East Asia, performing internationally through the Asian Pacific Activities Conference for Choir and Theatre. […]
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 work, and infectious swing to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
