| Events: Stompin at the Aubergine opens Sunday, Feb. 16th: Archive through January 23, 2003 By Jeff (Jeff) on Tuesday, January 21, 2003 - 08:25 am: |
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| Events: Stompin at the Aubergine opens Sunday, Feb. 16th: Archive through January 23, 2003 By Jeff (Jeff) on Tuesday, January 21, 2003 - 10:08 pm: |
Bigger is better...  |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: WAKE UP! Weve got a video tour of the Aubergine By Adminorama (Adminorama) on Tuesday, February 11, 2003 - 11:58 pm: |
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| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: {DJ Jesse Miner spins this Sunday at Stompin at the Aubergine} By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Wednesday, February 19, 2003 - 05:10 pm: |
 Yes, after all the delays, Stompin' at the Aubergine finally opens this Sunday, Feb. 23rd with the ever popular Jesse Miner from San Francisco as our opening night DJ/emcee. Doors open at 7pm, free intro to swing lesson at 7:15pm, and then open dancing from 8pm to midnight. I hope you are as excited as I am to finally have a swing venue where we can dress up to go dancing just like the good old days! Oh yes, did I mention that you should all dress up! Yes, dress to impress! Button-down shirts and pleated skirts are encouraged. T-shirts and sweats are a definite no-no. (on the corner of 4th and Island)  http://aubergine.cafesavoy.com |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:13 pm: |
Preparations begin...  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:14 pm: |
Heather, busy as usual...  |
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Jeremy is kinda shy...  |
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then there is love in the air  |
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Deciding who will be indentured...  |
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lots of people  |
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Jim's so badass he can scratch his head and dance at the same time...  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:22 pm: |
LA pays us a visit  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:22 pm: |
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| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:25 pm: |
"i'm gonna walk up to you, dancing, snapping, and then i'm gonna knife ya"  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:26 pm: |
Mel kung fu kicks a westie...  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:27 pm: |
I can't take pictures   |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:28 pm: |
Further proof i can't take pictures...  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:29 pm: |
How fabulously cute  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:30 pm: |
"So, like, girlfriend... you tell him!"  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:31 pm: |
awww  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:32 pm: |
hee hee hee  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:33 pm: |
The girls  |
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i'm getting lazy to type  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:35 pm: |
You spin em' Chance  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:36 pm: |
"awww look, a booze soaked floor"  |
| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:37 pm: |
Last look at the floor  |
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Meeshi has a friend  |
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The cool kids  |
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| Photos anybody?: Opening of the Aubergine By Tearshedding (Tearshedding) on Monday, February 24, 2003 - 04:40 pm: |
THIS is why I swing dance... cause dammit, i'm sexy  |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: CHICAGO SIX plays at the Aubergine this Sunday, Mar. 9th, and more... By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 04:32 am: |
 We are happy to have one of the nation's top hot jazz bands playing for you this Sunday at the Aubergine: the Chicago Six. Although they are based in Vista, CA, the Chicago Six spend most of the year traveling far and wide playing jazz/dixieland festivals all over the world. Come check out this rare local appearance by this nationally renowned band! The Aubergine is located at 500 4th Ave. (on the corner of 4th and Island) in beautiful downtown San Diego. As always, doors open at 7pm, FREE intro swing lesson at 7:15pm, then open dancing from 8pm-midnight. The Chicago Six start playing at 8:30pm. $10/at-door, $8/in-advance. NOTE: As promised last Sunday, you can save a couple of bucks by purchasing $8 advance tickets for this Sunday's event. Buy your $8 tickets from Hazel this Thursday at the Firehouse or this Friday at Cafe Savoy, otherwise just pay the $10 cover on Sunday. Still at $10, dancing to this great band all night long is quite a deal. |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Justin and Jenn are back for a DOUBLE FEATURE this Sunday, Mar. 16th By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Wednesday, March 12, 2003 - 05:38 am: |
 This Sunday, Swings'kool and Stompin' at the Aubergine are happy to present a special evening of learning and dance with two of our favorite and most knowledgeable Lindy Hoppers, Justin Zillman and Jenn Salvadori. First, Swings'kool will be holding a special lecture/demo/class on "The Evolution of Swing: From Charleston to Lindy" with Justin and Jenn from 6:30-7:45pm. Here, they will talk about and demonstrate how swing evolved from 20's Charleston to the Breakaway to the Swing Out, then teach these essential "roots" moves. Cost is $7 general/$5 SDLHS members. (War Memorial Building, Balboa Park) Then, Justin and Jenn will head on over to the Aubergine where they will be the special guest DJs of the evening. There, they will play music related to their workshop from 8:30pm-midnight. Cover is $7. (Aubergine, 4th and Island, Downtown) To re-cap... Sunday, March 16th with Justin and Jenn 6:30-7:45pm -- "The Evolution of Swing" workshop $7 general/$5 SDLHS members War Memorial Building, Balboa Park 8:30-12mid -- DJing at "Stompin at the Aubergine" $7 cover Aubergine, 4th and Island, Downtown Make a night of it! |
| Photos anybody?: Boogie babes By Alreet (Alreet) on Wednesday, March 12, 2003 - 01:37 pm: |
    American Boogie Patrol from Aubergine March 2003 |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: The David Patrone Quartet plays at the Aubergine this Sunday By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Friday, March 28, 2003 - 12:48 pm: |
 Yes, David and his cronies play at the Aubergine this Sunday, Mar. 30th. If you haven't heard his band in awhile, they've really become quite a tight modern jazz/swing ensemble. Mikan, the pianist, plays with virtuosic flourishes reminiscent of Oscar Peterson, and Brett, the drummer, rides the high-hat like an elder Jo Jones. So come check it out, since there really isn't a venue in SD where we have both the room and nice dance floor to fully appreciate dancing to this fine band. For more info, click HERE. Next week: Josh Collazo and his Feetwarmers! |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Josh Collazo and his Feetwarmers play at the Aubergine this Sunday, April 6th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, April 01, 2003 - 05:25 am: |
 Yes, this is THE BAND you've all been waiting for, need I say more...this Sunday, April 6th, Stompin' at the Aubergine is proud to present Josh Collazo and his Feetwarmers! One of SoCal's top traditional jazz bands, they will transport you to a time when hot jazz music was held in high regard. Relax, listen, and enjoy the sounds of early hot jazz played in the style of Sidney Bechet, Eddie Condon, Fats Waller and their musical contemporaries! Doors open at 7pm, complimentary Bal lesson with Rob Duncan at 7:15pm, then Josh and the band play from 8:15pm to midnight. In addition, there will be a special Bal-swing performance by "The Radioland Rugcutters" at 9pm and a dance contest at 10pm (details to come). $12 cover/$10 CafeSavoy Swingazette subscribers (To become a Swingazette subscriber, email me at meeshbop@yahoo.com by 2pm today.) In the Swingazette, I'll let you know how to get your $2 discount at the door for this Sunday's show. This will be quite a night to remember, so tell all your friends, invite your neighbors and plan for a fun-filled Sunday night of dancin', prancin' and romancin'. See you at the Aubergine! |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: The Tim Gill Orchestra plays at the Aubergine this Sunday, Apr. 13th By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 05:15 pm: |
 The TGO began as a fledgling garage band called "Aisle 56" in late 1999, started by trumpeter and vocalist Tim Gill at the tender age of 16. With the advent of the neo-swing movement, the band was transformed into the Tim Gill Orchestra, populated by professional players playing Tim's arrangements. Since debuting with the San Diego Symphony Pops Concerts in 2001, the TGO has been featured at many SoCal dance venues (including Neiman's) and continue to build upon their extensive repetoire of new arrangements of timeless classics. ***** DATE: Sunday, April 13th TIME: 8pm-midnight (FREE swing lesson at 7:15pm) PLACE: The Aubergine on 4th (corner of 4th and Island) COST: $8 General/$7 Swingazette Subscribers To subscribe to the Swingazette and receive the discount "password of the week," email meeshbop@yahoo.com. For more info on this and upcoming "Stompin' at the Aubergine" events, click HERE. THANK YOU FOR HELPING SUPPORT LIVE SWING/JAZZ MUSIC IN SAN DIEGO! |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Gerard Nolans Swing Central plays at the Aubergine this Sunday, Apr. 20th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Monday, April 14, 2003 - 02:11 pm: |
 You asked for them, and you got them. Come cap off a fun weekend of dancing with the anticipated return of Gerard Nolan's "Swing Central". After playing at the Champion Ballroom to rave reviews, Swing Central is back to play for San Diego dancers at the Aubergine nightclub this Sunday, April 20th. Led by saxophonist Gerard Nolan, this jazz quartet plays a fun mixture of swing standards and romantic ballads geared for the modern Lindy Hopper. Doors at the Aubergine open at 7:00pm, FREE swing lesson at 7:15pm, Swing Central plays from 8:15pm-midnight on the largest hardwood dance floor in the Gaslamp (over 1,500 sq. ft.)! $8 General/$7 Swingazette Subscribers For more info and directions or to subscribe to the Swingazette, please visit the CafeSavoy.com webpage. ***** IMPORTANT: If you enjoy coming to the Stompin' at the Aubergine and appreciate having a weekly swing venue at a bar/nightclub where you can listen to and dance to LIVE JAZZ MUSIC, then please tell your friends or, better yet, bring your friends to the Aubergine. If every person who came to the Aubergine last night just brought one new friend this Sunday, the place would be hoppin' beyond belief. We will continue to advertise and market the venue like crazy, but, ultimately, the survival of Stompin' at the Aubergine depends on your positive and generous word-of-mouth. So please bring a friend and help us keep this unique LIVE MUSIC swing venue open. Thank you. |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Tip West from LAs Swing Pit DJs this Sunday at the Aubergine! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 - 08:35 pm: |
 There's good news and there's bad news. The bad news, we weren't able to book a band for this Sunday. The good news, we are instead bringing back to San Diego one of Cafe Savoy's most popular guest DJs, Mr. Tip West from LA's Swing Pit. When he last DJed at Cafe Savoy in January, he wowed the crowd of over 100 dancers with his fun music and his exhuberant energy. This Sunday at the Aubergine should be just as exciting and fun. REMEMBER: Doors now open at 7:30pm, free lesson at 7:45pm, Tip plays music from 8:30pm-11:30pm. There will also be a special Bal/Bal-Swing performance by our very own Joel and Alison at 9:30pm that you won't want to miss. $7 general/$6 if you ARRIVE BY 8:30PM! So be there early and invite a friend or two! Click HERE for directions and more specifics. |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Hot Rod Lincoln plays at the Aubergine this Sunday, May 11th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, May 06, 2003 - 03:52 pm: |
 You asked for 'em, so you got 'em! This Sunday, May 11th, we are happy to have one of Southern California's premier rockabilly swing bands, HOT ROD LINCOLN, play at the Aubergine. Remaining true to the retro-sound of 1950's rockabilly music, Hot Rod Lincoln has risen to the challenge of presenting roots music to a new generation of listeners. They play for rockabilly festivals all over the country and have also won the San Diego Music Award for best roots/rockabilly/swing band. $7 general/$6 if you arrive by 8:30pm. For less than what it costs to see "X-MEN 2", you can take a FREE introductory swing lesson at 7:45pm plus dance for 3 HOURS to HOT ROD LINCOLN from 8:30-11:30pm on the largest hardwood dance floor in any bar in SD county. Visit CafeSavoy.com for more specifics! |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Hot Rod Lincoln plays at the Aubergine this Sunday, May 11th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Saturday, May 10, 2003 - 04:10 am: |
 Don't forget to come on out to hear Buzz and the boys play this Sunday at the Aubergine! I see Buzz every Tuesday night at Henry's Pub and he is really excited to be playing for Lindy dancers. HRL is gonna rock the house. |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: STOMPIN AT THE AUBERGINE is cancelled just for this Sunday, May 18th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Monday, May 12, 2003 - 04:27 am: |
 Yes, we're not having a swing dance at the Aubergine this Sunday due to last-minute private party. Blue Largo, who was scheduled to play this Sunday, will be moved to a later date. This last-minute cancellation saddens me because we had such a great turnout last night for Hot Rod Lincoln, and the momentum for Stompin' at the Aubergine seems to be building. But no worries, we will be back and better than ever starting with the first Sunday in June (Sunday, June 5th) with the Jazz Jury (Royal Crown Revue's side project, as featured on the movie soundtrack of Swingers), so stay tuned! |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Special SUNDAY LATE NIGHT LINDY BY THE BAY, THIS SUNDAY, MAY 18th FROM 6: 30pm until 10: 30!!! By Jeff (Jeff) on Thursday, May 15, 2003 - 01:45 pm: |
 Since the Aubergine is closed to dancers this Sunday, due to a preempting private party, we're having a very special "Late Night" version of "Lindy by the Bay" this Sunday, May 18th, from 6:30 until 10:30pm or so. It's supposed to be mostly sunny and 70o on Sunday, so hopefully we'll have nice weather and a beautiful sunset. Go to the "Calendar" and click on the "Lindy by the Bay" annoucement to get the pop up window with directions and specifics. See ya Sunday night!!! Jeff 619.339.7117 cell |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: The 10th Ave. Jazz Band from NorCal comes to the Aubergine this Sunday, June 8th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Saturday, May 31, 2003 - 02:12 pm: |
 Direct from San Jose, CA, one of the top traditional jazz bands on the West Coast is coming to the Aubergine next Sunday, June 8th! Led by pianist Charlie Clark, they travel the worldwide hot jazz circuit and play everything from Beiderbecke to Basie. But most of all, they love playing for Lindy dancers, and will adjust their tempos accordingly. But you don't just have to take my word for it, they were highly recommended by Hal Smith, and both Jason (Groove) Kennedy and Kate (Hot Jazz) Keller enjoyed dancing to some of their online music clips. Go hear them for yourself at their website: http://www.10thavenuejazzband.com/records.html Again, doors open at 7:30pm, FREE swing lesson at 7:45pm, band plays from 8:30-11:30pm. Cost is $10/door, $8/advance (advance tickets will be available at the Firehouse or Cafe Savoy) Stompin' at the Aubergine Upcoming Schedule: June 1 -- David Patrone Quartet June 8 -- 10th Ave. Jazz Band June 15 -- Hal's Angels (& Great Southwest Swing-Off) ***** WORLDWIDE JAZZ FESTIVALS where the 10th Ave. Jazz Band has played Across the Border - Canada & US All Oregon Dixieland Jazz Festival Bohem Ragtime & Jazz Festival - Hungary Bowral Classic Ragtime & Jazz Festival (Australia) Brecon Jazz Festival California Prune Festival Desert Dixieland Jazz Festival Diggin' Dixie at the Beach, Ocean Shores, WA Dixieland Aptos Dixieland Cabo San Lucas Dixieland Monterey Dixieland Redding Dixieland Santa Nella Dixieland Sunnyvale Dubbo Jazz Festival, Dubbo, Australia Edinburgh International Jazz Festival Fat's Waller Memorial Jazz Festival Great Connecticut Trad. Jazz Festival Great Falls Dixieland Jazz Festival Helena Traditional Jazz Festival International Beer and Jazz Festival, Fife, Scotland Jubilee-By-The-Sea - Pismo Mardi Gras - Fresno Mardi Gras Dixieland Jazz Festival - Pismo Beach Missoula Traditional Jazz Festival Modesto Hot & Cool Montana Traditional Jazz Festival Motherlode Festival - Jackson NBN Newcastle & Hunter Jazz Festival, Newcastle, Australia Oregon Dixieland Jubilee Paso Robles Jazz Festival, Paso Robles, CA Portland Hot & Cool Rose City Classic Jazz Festival Sacramento Jazz Jubilee San Jose Hot & Cool San Jose Jazz Party Santa Cruz Hot & Cool Jazz Festival Santa Maria Hot & Cool Scottsdale Dixieland Jazz Festival Solvang Trad Jazz Festival Sonora Jazz Festival South Coast Dixieland Clambake Southern Arizona Jamboree - Tucson Stockton Hot & Cool Tavaszi Festival - Szombathely, Hungary The Last Bash Three Rivers JazzAffair Vancouver Classic Jazz Band Ball - Canada Victoria Terrific Jazz Party Winterfest Hot & Cool WinterFest in Stockton World EXPO, Lisbon, Portugal ...to name a few! |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: Its GAME NIGHT at the Firehouse again! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Wednesday, June 04, 2003 - 01:06 pm: |
 In an continual effort to incorporate SOME MORE FUN into the Firehouse dances, we are excited to bring back the ever-popular monthly GAME NIGHT this Thursday, June 5th! ALL NEW GAMES this month include the "DOLL" dance and Scavenger Hunt "SWINGO". Prizes include FREE CDs and/or FREE admission to upcoming Firehouse, Cafe Savoy, or the Aubergine events! Perplexed? Bewildered? Scared? Don't be. Just come on out this Thursday to participate in the FUN and all will be revealed. $6/general, $5/students. Guest DJs: Meeshi and Emily Let the games begin! Dance opens at 9:30pm. Games start at 10:30pm. |
| Site suggestions anybody?: Archives: The 10th Ave. Jazz Band from NorCal comes to the Aubergine this Sunday, June 8th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, June 05, 2003 - 02:18 pm: |
Don't forget, $8 advance tickets for the 10th Ave. Jazz Band will be available at the Firehouse tonight and at Cafe Savoy tomorrow. $10/at-the-door. Tomorrow's Cafe Savoy DJ: Mr. Doug LeClair  If you can't make it to either event, just email me at meeshi@cafesavoy.com by 11:59pm Friday and I will reserve two $8 will-call tickets for you at the door. Limit 2 tickets per email. I hope you will continue to support Sunday nights at the Aubergine, as we try to bring a diversity of great LIVE SWING MUSIC to the Gaslamp this summer. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: HALS ANGELS make their San Diego debut this Sunday, June 15th at the Aubergine! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Monday, June 09, 2003 - 04:06 am: |
 Members (left to right): Carl Sonny Leyland (piano, vocals), Katie Cavera (guitar, vocals), Hal Smith (drums, leader), Anita Thomas (reeds, vocals), and Mike Earls (string bass) About Hal's Angels When Anita Thomas met Katie Cavera, a musical partnership quickly resulted. Next, Katie put together a jam session with Anita and invited bandleader Hal Smith to play. Following the session the three participants immediately decided to organize a band. Coincidentally, a job offer in Arizona materialized at the same time and "Hal's Angels" became a working trio. The trio expanded to a quintet with the addition of pianist Carl Sonny Leyland and bassist Mike Earls. The Angels play "Southwestern Swing"--Louis Armstrong to Count Basie; Joe Williams to Bob Wills. Anita, Katie and Sonny are featured vocalists. They sing up a storm! When Sonny plays boogie woogie and the blues, crowds always shout for "more!" We are happy to Hal's Angels make their San Diego debut right at our very own Aubergine nightclub this Sunday, June 15th! Hal's Angels ANITA THOMAS (reeds, vocals, arranger) A native of Australia, Anita graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with a major in arranging. Later, she was the musical director of the Pan Pacific Jazz and Big Band Camp. In addition to her work as a jazz educator, Anita performed with the James Morrison Big Band, led her own Quintet and played in musicals including "42nd Street" and "Cabaret" before emigrating to Los Angeles. Currently she appears with the Reynolds Brothers Rhythm Rascals, Firehouse Stompers and others. Besides freelancing, composing and arranging, Anita teaches reeds at the AFCDJS Adult Jazz Camp in San Diego. KATIE CAVERA (guitar, vocals, arranger) studied with Dr. David Baker at Indiana University and composed and arranged music for college dramatical productions "The Taming of the Shrew" and "Sweet Bird of Youth." Katie is the most sought-after plectrist on the West Coast. Her band credits include: Jim Cullum's Jazz Band, New Orleans Wanderers, Golden Eagle Jazz Band, Firehouse Stompers, Clint Baker's New New Orleans Jazz Band, Bobby Gordon Sextet and the Jazz Chihuahuas. Katie also works with her husband (magician Woody Pittman) in a magic act and in short films. Katie teaches banjo and guitar at the AFCDJS Adult Jazz Camp. CARL SONNY LEYLAND (piano, vocals) learned to play boogie woogie piano and mastered the art of authentic blues singing while still a teenager in England. He moved to New Orleans in 1988 and worked with Ernie K-Doe, Chuck Carbo and others. Since relocating to Southern California, the versatile pianist/vocalist has worked with Gremoli, Bobby Gordon, George Probert, Roger Jamieson's New Orleanians, Chris Kelly's Black & White Jazz Band Big Sandy & the Flyright Boys (western swing) Blue Largo (blues). Sonny frequently tours overseas as a soloist and his music can be heard on the soundtracks of "A Perfect World," "The Pelican Brief" and "The Newton Boys." MIKE EARLS (bass) studied with “Senator” Eugene J. Wright. Mike has played with Rosy McHargue, Betty O'Hara, Abe Most, Ray Sherman, Gremoli, Golden Eagle Jazz Band, the Bobby Gordon Sextet, Baldy Mountain Swing and the Paradise Cove Classic Jazz Band. He has also worked with an acoustic folk trio and a variety of big bands, vocalists and community theater orchestras. Mike is one of the most in-demand bassists in Southern California and is highly regarded by colleagues in every category and style of music. HAL SMITH (drums, leader) has made over 150 recordings; performed with the Dukes of Dixieland, Jim Cullum's Jazz Band, Summit Reunion, Lawson-Haggart Jazz Band, Climax Jazz Band, Grand Dominion Jazz Band, South Frisco Jazz Band, Marty Grosz and led the critically-acclaimed "Roadrunners." Hal is also a noted jazz writer whose articles appear in Mississippi Rag, Jazz Rambler, Frisco Cricket, Just Jazz (U.K.) and other journals. He works with the Butch Thompson Trio, New Orleans Wanderers, Clint Baker's New New Orleans Jazz Band, Bobby Gordon, Bob Schulz and leads the Jazz Chihuahuas. Hal is Administrative-Media Director of America's Finest City Dixieland Jazz Society-San Diego and teaches drums at their Jazz Camp. Click HERE to hear some musical clips from this up-and-coming swingsational band! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: WILD WOMEN DONT GET THE BLUES night at the Firehouse with DJ Ron! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, June 10, 2003 - 11:26 am: |
 This Thursday, June 12th, DJ Ron Bloom will play swing music featuring the best FEMALE jazz/blues vocalists of the 20th Century: Billie, Ella, Sarah, Anita, Alberta, Ernestine, and Barbara to name a few. He will also be giving away a couple ALL-WOMAN CD compilations during the evening, as well as FREE tickets to this Sunday's swing event at the Aubergine with Hal's Angels. So women (and men, for that matter) come on out and TAKE BACK THE NIGHT! (Now you know for sure that I was a Santa Cruz hippie!) $6/gen, $5/stud. Ron plays music from 9:30pm-midnight. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: LIVE MUSIC AT THE FIREHOUSE, CAFE SAVOY AUBERGINE THIS WEEKEND! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, June 19, 2003 - 01:53 am: |
THURSDAY, JUN 19TH  They were the surprise hit of the Pre-Lindy Prom Pajama Party last month, and they're back at the Firehouse this month to play even more mellow swingin' jazz/blues favorites. In case you were wondering, FAT-J stands for the Filipino American Tribute to Jazz, Pinoys dedicated to the Preservation of Jazz, and even Meeshi (a Filipino himself) will step in to sing a song or two or three...until you pay him to stop. If you like their sound, we hope to continue to have them play monthly at the Firehouse. Dennis Hong will DJ between the band sets. $7 general/$6 students. For more info, click HERE. FRIDAY, JUN 20TH  This Friday, we are excited to have LIVE SWING MUSIC once again at Cafe Savoy with SD swing legends, The Rockin' Aces. Led by bassist, Tim Butler, The Aces were one of San Diego's premier rockabilly/swing bands a few years ago playing weekly at Tio Leo's and The Pourhouse (now Martini Ranch). They specialize in rarely played jump blues and early rock'n'roll of the early Fifties. Now, for the first time in almost 3 years, they have reunited to once again play for swing dancers in San Diego at our very own Cafe Savoy. $7 Cover. For more info, click HERE. SUNDAY, JUN 22ND  This Sunday, we are featuring one of San Diego's favorite West Coast blues bands, Blue Largo. Blue Largo mostly plays hard swinging 1940's/'50's jump blues in the vein of Louis Jordan, T-Bone Walker, Johnny Otis, Julia Lee, Ruth Brown, and Dinah Washington. However, they can also pay sincere tribute to the likes of Billie Holiday or The Nat King Cole Trio with equal conviction. The band features Eric Lieberman on guitar, Alicia Aragon on vocals, Carl "Sonny" Leland on Piano, and Jonny Viau on saxophone. To hear musical clips of the band, visit their website at bluelargoblues.com. $8 Cover. For more info, click HERE. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: The Fremonts, LindyGroove Night and more! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Wednesday, June 25, 2003 - 04:12 am: |
SUNDAY, JUNE 29TH -- THE FREMONTS play the AUBERGINE  **VOTED "BEST BLUES BAND IN SAN DIEGO" (2002-03 SD READER POLL)!!!** This Sunday, we are proud to feature one of the best blues bands this side of Chicago, The Fremonts. From the hypnotic drones of Slim Harpo's "Scratch my Back" to hard swinging tunes of West Coast Pioneers George "Harmonica" Smith and Pee Wee Crayton, the Fremonts remain dedicated to the electric blues of the 1940's and 50's. From BB King’s to Blind Melons and the Belly up, from Harvelle’s to the Blue Café, from the Tucson Blues Festival to the San Diego Blues Festival, this group of seasoned professionals has played nearly every major blues venue in the Southwest. Don’t let the 50’s B-Movie camp fool you; the Fremonts are serious players with extra swingability. $8 Cover (include FREE swing lesson at 7:45pm) The Fremonts play from 8:30-11:30pm. For more info on this event, click HERE! THURSDAY, JUNE 26TH -- LINDYGROOVE NIGHT at the FIREHOUSE  Well, if you can't beat 'em, join 'em, or, at least, give 'em a good reason to stay in SD. In order to encourage more local dancers to stay in SD this Thursday, EVERYONE who comes to the Firehouse this Thursday wearing a LindyGroove t-shirt gets into the dance for $3. Yes, only $3! In addition, ANYONE who is willing to drive all the way down from LA gets into the Firehouse for FREE (you must show your Driver's License as proof-of residence). Brian Abe and a couple of his LA friends are making the long trek down, so why shouldn't we expect more LindyGroove dancers to do the same...it's only a 2.5-hour drive each way?! In fact, I will personally offer a $100 reward to any person or persons who can kidnap and bring down Tony, JC, or Debbie Gitt from the LindyGroove. I WANT THEM ALIVE AND WILLING TO DANCE! I am also offering a $1000 reward for Lance, $10 for Doug Silton. $6/general, $5/students, $3/wearing LindyGroove t-shirt, FREE for LA residents! Open dancing from 9:30pm-12am. For more info on this event, click HERE! FRIDAY, JUNE 27TH -- CAFE SAVOY IS CLOSED  That's right, Cafe Savoy is closed this Friday (and next Friday, July 4th). We really want to make Cafe Savoy more of a special event, so we have decided to open the swing club on alternate Fridays, starting Friday, July 11th with LIVE SWING MUSIC from The Rockin' Aces! The Rockin' Aces were such a hit last Friday, that we have decided to make them our HOUSE SWING BAND for the summer! So beginning Friday, July 11th, this fun band will play their unique mix of early rock, country swing, blues shuffles, and novelty songs for swing dancers of ALL AGES! $7 Cover (include FREE swing lesson at 8:15pm) The Rockin' Aces play from 9pm-12am, starting Friday, July 11th. For more info on this event, click HERE! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: CD RELEASE PARTY AT THE AUBERGINE THIS SUNDAY, JULY 6TH...ONLY $5! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 01:29 am: |
 This Sunday's CD release party marks the debut of David Patrone's first CD, "UPTOWN". David Patrone has been the featured performer at Martini Ranch, as well as one of the top weekly acts at Croce's Jazz Bar in Downtown San Diego. This CD was recorded locally at Powerhouse Studios and is dedicated to the memory of the following Marines; Pvt. Ian P. Dietrich and Cpl. Troy M. Devoe. As always, doors open at 7:30pm, FREE beginning swing lesson at 7:45pm, the David Patrone Quartet plays from 8:30-11:30pm. CDs will be available for purchase, and David will be giving away a limited number of autographed CDs, so come on out and celebrate David's "coming out" party (innuendo deliberate)! Only $5 (includes dance lesson at 7:45pm)! Visit CafeSavoy.com for the specifics! ***** David Patrone's "Uptown" CD Information The Nearness Of You 5:04 Hoagy Carmichael/Ned Washington Night And Day 6:11 Cole Porter Come Fly With Me 5:28 Sammy Cahn/Jimmy VanHeusen It's Alright With Me 3:20 Cole Porter Tangerine 2:36 Johnny Mercer/Victor Shertzinger They Can't Take That Away From Me 4:11 George Gershwin/Ira Gershwin Fly Me To The Moon 3:08 Bart Howard Where Or When 4:18 Lorenz Hart/Richard Rogers You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To 3:44 Cole Porter Our Love Is Here To Stay 3:40 George Gershwin/Ira Gershwin All Or Nothing At All 5:17 Jack Lawrence/Arthur Altman The Players: David Patrone: Vocals Kacey Evans: Piano David Miller: Bass Ryan Doyle: Drums David Hoffman: Trumpet, Flugelhorn Steve Feierabend: Alto, Tenor Saxophone Roy Brown: Trombone All songs arranged by Kacey Evans Mixed & recorded at Powerhouse Studio, San Diego, CA by David Patrone and Kirk Arnold Design by David Patrone & Black Desk Multimedia Cover Painting; Nightlife by Michael Flohr © 2000 Crown Thorn Publishing © 2003 All Rights Reserved David Patrone Productions printed in USA Unauthorized Duplication is a violation of applicable laws ***** |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: The Aubergine All-Stars play this Sunday, July 13th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Monday, July 07, 2003 - 02:49 pm: |
 By popular request, we are having some great traditional swing music at the Aubergine this Sunday, July 13th. Famed drummer, Hal Smith, has assembled a ALL-STAR trio of his favorite authentic jazz musicians chosen specifically to play for Aubergine dancers, thus the name, The Aubergine All-Stars! You won't want to miss this dancer's band, as they will play everything from Basie to Bechet. $8 Cover. Here's the line-up: Hal Smith -- Drums, Leader Carl "Sonny" Leland -- Piano, Vocals Anita Thomas -- Clarinet, Sax, Vocals HAL SMITH (drums, leader) has made over 150 recordings; performed with the Dukes of Dixieland, Jim Cullum's Jazz Band, Summit Reunion, Lawson-Haggart Jazz Band, Climax Jazz Band, Grand Dominion Jazz Band, South Frisco Jazz Band, Marty Grosz and led the critically-acclaimed "Roadrunners." CARL SONNY LEYLAND (piano, vocals) has worked with Gremoli, Bobby Gordon, George Probert, Roger Jamieson's New Orleanians, Chris Kelly's Black & White Jazz Band, Big Sandy & the Flyright Boys (western swing) and the blues band Blue Largo. ANITA THOMAS (reeds, vocals) has performed with the James Morrison Big Band, led her own Quintet and played in musicals including "42nd Street" and has also made guest appearances with the Golden Eagle Jazz Band, Firehouse Stompers, Bobby Gordon Sextet and others. When Grammy award winner Diana Krall heard Anita with the Clayton-Hamilton Big Band, she described Anita's performance as "awesome." |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Jump Jones to play Tio Leos once a month!! By Big_Mickey (Big_Mickey) on Thursday, July 17, 2003 - 08:17 am: |
 Hiya Kids, First off thanks to all of ya that showed up last Saturday for our show at Tio Leo's. We had a blast and with your help we have impressed the management enough to land a once a month slot there. Our next show will be August 30th so mark your calender and join us. Also don't forget that we will be back at The Aubergine on Sunday the 27th and we hope to see all of you there. Thanks again for you're support!!! Mike aka Big Mickey www.jumpjones.com |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Lets dance... By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, July 24, 2003 - 09:16 am: |
Sun. Jul. 27 -- Jump Jones @ Aubergine  For more info, visit CafeSavoy.com. p.s. Don't forget, the final Cafe Savoy party with Justin and Jenn is this Friday, Jul. 25th. Be there! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Big Daddy and the Money Shakers, LIVE, this Sunday at Winstons in Ocean Beach!!! By Jeff (Jeff) on Friday, July 25, 2003 - 01:03 pm: |
  Winston's now has swing dancing, with live music, every other Sunday from 4pm to 9pm. There's a free beginning "Rockabilly" swing dance lesson at 4pm, (taught by Jeff and Jewelie), with the band starting at 5pm. These guys play great swing and amazing blues. Perfect way to relax and warm up for the Aubergine later that same night! The dance floor is not bad at all. It's about the same size as Tio Leo's on Napa, and may even be a little larger. Cool bar. Oh, so I'm sure it's 21 years old and up. Here's Winston's info: http://home.san.rr.com/melons/winstons/calendar.htm And the band's calendar: http://www.bigdaddyandthemoneyshakers.com/ Winston's is one block from the beach at 1921 Bacon St. (inbetween Newport and Santa Monica). Parking might be a little difficult, but there's a cheap pay lot right behind it and street parking. For more info, give me a call. Jeff 619.339.7117 |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Campus Five plays the Aubergine on Sunday, Aug. 10th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, July 29, 2003 - 02:22 am: |
 I know it's a couple of weeks away, but I just wanted to let you know that Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five are going to headline our AUGUST AUBERGINE LINE-UP on Sunday, August 10th. Cover to see this extremely popular LA dance band will be $12/at-the-door or $10/in-advance. Advance tickets will be available at the all the various San Diego Lindy venues starting this Thursday, July 31st, at the Firehouse. Here's a list of all the bands we have scheduled for the Aubergine in the upcoming weeks: Sunday, Aug. 3 -- Henry DeMichele's Trio Italiano Sunday, Aug. 10 -- Jonathan Stout's Campus Five Sunday, Aug. 17 -- David Patrone Quartet Sunday, Aug. 24 -- Hal's Angels Sunday, Aug. 31 -- TBA Sunday, Sept. 7 -- Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums For more info on the Aubergine nightclub, call Meeshi at 858-395-6060 or visit CafeSavoy.com! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: LAST CALL...Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five w/Hilary Alexander play this Sunday, Aug. 10th at the Aubergine! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Monday, August 04, 2003 - 08:58 pm: |
 Yes, one of LA's top swing bands will be down in San Diego this Sunday to play for the happy feet of SD Swing Dancers. Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five (with Hilary Alexander) is a septet dedicated to preserving the classic and often overlooked small group swing from the late 1930’s and early 1940’s. They play tunes from the books of notable small groups as the Benny Goodman Sextet, Count Basie’s Kansas City Six/Seven, Artie Shaw and his Gramercy Five, as well as Lester Young, Django Reinhardt, Illinois Jacquet, Duke Ellington, and Coleman Hawkins, and featuring vocal numbers from Ella Mae Morse, Anita O’Day, and the young Ella Fitzgerald. Come out and dance to one of the best swing bands in the country on the biggest dance floor in the Gaslamp! Doors open at 7:30pm, FREE swing lesson at 7:45pm, band plays from 8:30-11:30pm. $12 Gen. ($10 if you purchase advance tickets at the Firehouse or if you are a CafeSavoy Swingazette subscriber). To become a subscriber to our FREE weekly newsletter, visit CafeSavoy.com! Come support our local swing scene this Sunday! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: The Fremonts play the Aubergine this Sunday, Aug. 17th By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, August 14, 2003 - 04:14 pm: |
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| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Hals Angels are back! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, August 19, 2003 - 11:18 am: |
 Members (left to right): Carl Sonny Leyland (piano, vocals), Katie Cavera (guitar, vocals), Hal Smith (drums, leader), Anita Thomas (reeds, vocals), and Mike Earls (string bass) Stompin' at the Aubergine is proud to announce the return of San Diego's premier classic swing band, Hal's Angels. The Angels are comprised of 5 of SoCal's top authentic jazz musicians and specialize in 30 and 40's Kansas-City Style Swing from Count Basie to Jay McShann: from Jimmy Rushing to Joe Williams. And when Sonny plays boogie woogie piano and sings the blues, crowds always shout for "more!" We are lucky to have such an awesome swing band back at the Aubergine this Sunday to play for SD swing dancers! For more info, visit CafeSavoy.com. To hear some great music clips from Hal's Angels, click HERE! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Get into the Aubergine for FREE this Sunday read on for conditions! Featured band: The Stilettos! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, September 04, 2003 - 03:37 pm: |
  Despite the rumors, the Aubergine will be open this weekend. Yes, we know it is the weekend of Street Scene, but what better way to get more newbies into swing, then to have the Aubergine open while the Street Scene stragglers are looking for something to do after the concerts. To encourage you to come on down and brave the traffic, you'll be able to attend the Aubergine for FREE this Sunday if you can fulfill ONE of two requirements (printout of this post is mandatory): 1) GET INTO THE AUBERGINE FOR FREE if you can show Hazel your valid Street Scene ticket/weekend pass. Passes will be collected at the door (so that they can't be used twice to get others in for FREE). Several swing dancers are already planning to "make a day of it" by going to Street Scene on Sunday (2pm-8pm) and then heading to the Aubergine afterwards (entrance is only 1 block away). Big Time Operator and the KSDS All-Star Jazz Band are both scheduled to play at the Starbucks Jazz Lounge on Sunday, so you can swing dance all day and all night long if you wish. Jeremy and I will be doing the same! 2) GET INTO THE AUBERGINE FOR FREE if you and a NEWBIE (i.e. someone who has not swing danced before) attend the FREE beginning swing lesson before the dance. The lesson starts at 7:45pm, so both you and your NEWBIE friend need to arrive by 8pm to get in FREE. That's right, you and ONE NEWBIE GUEST get in FREE if you both take the lesson. Only ONE FREE GUEST per person please & you MUST bring a printout of this post. Well, we hope these incentives encourage you to come on down. Remember, even if you don't have a Street Scene Pass or bring a newbie, you can still get in for $5 before 9pm with a printout of this post. Questions? Write me at meeshbop@yahoo.com. Thank you for your continued support of LIVE swing music for swing dancers in San Diego. See you Sunday! |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: SHELLE and her All-Star Blues Band play this Sunday, Sept. 14th at the Aubergine! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Friday, September 12, 2003 - 04:15 am: |
 This Sunday marks the first time, Shelle and her band have played for dancers in over a year. Some of you may remember Shelle and her All-Star Blues Band as the Friday night house band at the legendary Juke Joint Cafe before they closed their doors in 2002. Her band plays a very danceable mix of classic swing, funk, blues and soul that is guaranteed to keep your toes tappin' and your hips groovin'. $8 Cover. 18-and-up. Band starts at 8:30pm, free swing lesson at 7:45pm. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Carl SONNY Leyland Trio plays the Aubergine this Sunday, Sept. 21st By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Wednesday, September 17, 2003 - 08:41 am: |
 Sonny's back, and this time he's heading up his own trio and playing only the songs he loves to play. Born in the south of England in 1965, Carl Sonny Leyland started playing piano at the age of 15, after hearing a recording by Tommy Dorsey's band of "TD's Boogie Woogie". Carl taught himself to play the number on piano and from that time began to dig deeper into the boogie woogie. Considered an authority, he has lectured on the history of Blues and Boogie Woogie piano, being one of the few pianists able to recreate the obscure and primitive styles present in the genre. He has assimilated the unique black sound of the giants of Boogie Woogie: Albert Ammons, Meade Lux Lewis, Pete Johnson and particularly Jimmy Yancey, into his own piano style. We are lucky to have him back at the Aubergine this Sunday with all-stars Hal Smith (drums) and Marty Eggers (bass) backing him up. This very same trio played to a packed house of Lindy Hoppers at the Broadway Studios in San Francisco last June, where they recorded a soon-to-be-released LIVE CD. To hear some excerpts from their upcoming CD, see: http://www.cafesavoy.com/sonnyleylandtrio.html To get more info on this Sunday's event, see: http://www.cafesavoy.com/aubergine.html $8 Cover. 18-and-up are welcome. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Deadline to purchase ONLINE tickets for Steve Lucky -- Sun. Sept. 21st! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, September 18, 2003 - 05:40 pm: |
 IMPORTANT: WE WILL STOP SELLING ONLINE TICKETS TO STEVE LUCKY AT MIDNIGHT THIS SUNDAY, SEPT. 21ST, so please purchase your online tickets TODAY. We expect the Aubergine to be filled to capacity, so purchasing your $60 VIP package NOW ensures you and 5 friends will have comfortable seats and a prime view of the stage for this great show. (Advance tickets will also available at the Firehouse, F2, the Aubergine, and Neiman's this week. You can purchase them from Hazel.) $15/at-the-door, $12/single advance ticket, $60 VIP PACKAGE for 6 people. For more info, visit CafeSavoy.com. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Carl SONNY Leyland Trio plays the Aubergine this Sunday, Sept. 21st By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Monday, September 22, 2003 - 01:44 am: |
 Sometimes, the best musical moments happen when you least expect them. I'm really sad that a lot of dancers left early in the last set last night, because they missed out on an impromptu musical treat when Blues Harp phenom, Little George Sueref, sat in with the Sonny Leyland Trio. Based in London, Little George is in the middle of his U.S. tour right now, playing Blues and Roots Festivals throughout the U.S. and Canada. He was in SD playing a gig at Sea World on Sunday when he decided to stop by the Aubergine to check out Sonny's band (he and Sonny had recorded a few albums, way back when there were albums). At the end of Sonny's last set, Little George sang and played some hot blues tunes with the band, then ripped it up on the Sonny classic "Drinking Wine Spo-dee-oh-dee." It was one of those rare musical moments when two of Britain's top Blues players jammed spontaneously for a small but appreciative audience. I felt privileged to have been there. Anyway, if you missed seeing Little George perform last night, go to the Adams Avenue Street Fair this Saturday. His band plays from 6:15-7:15pm. To find out more info Little George, visit his website: http://www.littlegeorge.co.uk |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Jump Jones @ Stompin at The Aubergine By Big_Mickey (Big_Mickey) on Friday, October 03, 2003 - 09:16 am: |
Hiya Kids, Well last week was a hoot with Steve and Carmen and the band in town and I noticed that many of you we're remembering the by gone years of the BIG swing shows. Well keep in mind that swing is not dead in San Diego!! You still have a few band in this town that are slugging it out in the trenches to keep it alive. So do your part too and head on down to The Aubergine this Sunday and join us for another night of Jump, Jazz and 50's Rock and Roll. Once you get done at The Aubergine head to Neimans on Monday to join Tim Gill and his musicians for another night of swing. Then on Wednesday swing on over to Martini Ranch for David's show. And since your gonna love his show so much, go see him again on Thursday at Croce's Remember to support your local hard workin musicians!!!, Mike aka Big Mickey www.jumpjones.com www.cdbaby.com/jumpjones  |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: This Sunday, Oct. 12th, the DEBUT of the The Flat Five Quartet! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, October 09, 2003 - 12:59 pm: |
 We are proud to present the DEBUT of San Diego's latest swing sensations, THE FLAT FIVE QUARTET! I know many of you expected to see the Fremonts at the Aubergine this Sunday, but unfortunately their drummer couldn't make it, so they have been re-scheduled to play next Sunday, Oct. 19th. In the meantime, we are happy to DEBUT San Diego's latest swing sensations, The Flat Five Quartet, for your listening and dancing pleasure. Led by singer William Davids, better known as "Big Willie," The Flat Five Quartet is a new SD band that is the "talk of the town" among local jazz musicians. They've been "bustin' their chops" at local bars and restaurants for the past 2 months, and look forward to the opportunity to play for a room full of dancers this Sunday, Oct. 12th at the Aubergine. Here's what people are saying about The Flat Five Quartet!!! "Absolutely mindblowing. They were so good I wet my pants." - The San Diego Union-Tribune "The Flat Five Quartet made me forget all about my meal. They place was rocking, the booze was flowing, the dance floor was packed. You've got to see this band in action." -- The Channel 8 Unknown Eater "I've never EVER heard a jazz vocalist swing it like this cat." - David Patrone, Crooner Come on out and see what the buzz is all about! For more info, visit CafeSavoy.com. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Stompy Jones a.k.a. Swing Session to play at the Aubergine on Sun. Dec. 14th? By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, October 21, 2003 - 01:36 pm: |
 Hey, I just wanted to get some feedback before we book the band for real. Tanoa from SF has been corresponding with me to try and get Stompy Jones (the artists formerly known as Swing Session) to play at the Aubergine on Sunday, Dec. 14th. This would mark the first time this band has played in San Diego EVER! Of course, they are going to cost a bundle of money, so we want your feedback before booking the band. 1) Do you really want them to play at the Aubergine on Sunday, Dec. 14th? and... 2) Would you be willing to pay $20 at-the-door (or $15 in-advance) for the privilege of having them play in San Diego for the holiday swing event of the year? Give us some feedback NOW, so we know whether to book the band or not! ***** About the band (from their website)... NEWS! In October of 2003, The Swing Session changed their name to Stompy Jones. The same six fellas, the same jumpin' jazz and swingin' blues, but a new name to go along with the 3rd studio album to be released on October 18th, 2003. The new self-titled album, "Stompy Jones", as well as the past albums, "The Swing Session" and "Whispering Grass" are available for sale and MP3 sample listening at the new site, www.stompyjones.com. This San Francisco sextet is renowned for their jumpin' rhythm, wailing improvisations, and relentless energy. They've been driving up the cultural temperature in California with their hip charm, retro style, and explosive stage show. These coast to coast journeymen of jump have been playing boogie-woogie, vintage jazz and blues to crowds of all-ages. From the Lincoln Center in NYC, the Half Note Jazz Club in Athens, Greece, the Santa Monica Pier, Eureka’s Concert on the Pier, to the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee and holding down every Tuesday night at the Broadway Studios in San Francisco for the past 4 years. With their vintage attire and romping small-band swing, these fellas have injected a healthy dose of "Central Avenue" inspired Rhythm & Blues into the current roots music scene. Little David's thumpin' stand-up bass, Bowen Brown's swinging double-shuffle drumming and the rolling boogie-woogie piano of Scott Lawrence provide the foundation. Riffing on top is Tim Hyland on trumpet and Jeff "Erv" Ervin on tenor and alto saxophone. Together these two highly respected "take-off men" create the fireworks of vintage jazz. At center stage, the "swing man" rejoicing and shouting the blues is the irrepressible Peter "Pops" Walsh! Whether they're appearing at a posh supper club, concert hall, or a little place "just down the road apiece" these fellas deliver high-fidelity, high flying, eight-to-the-bar romance with every performance. Stompy Jones delivers the romping, joyous style of jazz that would come to be known as Rock and Roll. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: AUBERGINE CANCELLED DUE TO FIRE By Yedancer (Yedancer) on Sunday, October 26, 2003 - 02:25 pm: |
 There is no dance at the Aubergine tonight. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Big Daddy and the Money Shakers are re-scheduled to play this Sunday, Nov. 2nd at the Aubergine! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, October 28, 2003 - 01:35 am: |
  Since the Aubergine was cancelled last Sunday due to the tragic firestorm, we have re-scheduled Big Daddy and the Money Shakers to play this Sunday, Nov. 2nd instead. Tim Butler, the band's bassist, was one of those that had to evacuate their house last Sunday. Let's hope that he and his family are doing all right. For more info/directions, visit CafeSavoy.com. ***** Big Daddy and the Money Shakers are Jason Campbell (guitar), Tim Butler (bass) and Tom Essa (drums). Jason Campbell is an artist who brings a lot of intensity to his music. He has been playing professionally in Southern Californiasince 1993, and brings a big blue dose of “tell it like it is” to his driving vocal and lead guitar performances. Jason has punched in with many bands including: The Motor Kings, The Blues Pharoahs, Billy Watson, Blue Largo, and the Big Mo Band, as well as sharing the stage with people like Otis Rush, James Harman, Smokey Wilson, and Kim Wilson of The Fabulous T-Birds. Tim Butler brings broad stylistic experience to the band through years of live performances across a largely blues-based spectrum of rock, country, rock-a-billy, swing, various blues and jazz sub-genres, and flamenco. Tim appears on numerous albums and has performed with: Missing Persons, Flock of Seagulls, The Dickies, Wang Chung, The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash, Nadro John, Hot Rod Lincoln, Mississippi Mudsharks, The Plimsouls, The Beat Farmers, Bernie Taupin, Taj Mahal, Dick Dale, Tommy Castro, Pat Benatar, The Rockin Aces, Whitey Conwell, Jeff Richman, Mark Hudson, The Tiki Torchers, Hellbound Hayride, The Hooters, and others. Tom Essa has drummed for over twelve years on the professional circuit, performing in over 2,000 shows. Tom’s bands have been nominated for music awards seven times, winning four with the Mississippi Mudsharks -- three straight for Best Blues Band at the San Diego Music Awards and the fourth from the prestigious German Talking Blues Awards. Tom has played with and supported many artists including: 9000 lbs, The Doomed, The Flyboy, The Way, Natasha’s Ghost, August Spies, Hot Rod Lincoln, The Blonde Bruce Band, Tomcat Courtney, The Reverend Billy’s, Hot Chicken Stew, Earl Thomas, Willie Nelson, Paula Nelson, Etta James, Koko Taylor, Little Charlie and the Nightcaps, Rod Piazza, Jimmy Witherspoon, James Cotton, John Mayall, Buddy Guy, The Paladins, George Clinton, Duke Robillard, Anson Funderburg, Brian Setzer, and the Mississippi Mudsharks. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: AUBERGINE CANCELLED DUE TO FIRE By Adminorama (Adminorama) on Thursday, October 30, 2003 - 01:33 pm: |
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| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Guitar Legend Bill Magee plays at the Aubergine this Sun. Nov. 16th! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Tuesday, November 11, 2003 - 02:12 am: |
 Legendary blues guitarist Bill Magee makes his Aubergine debut this Sunday, Nov. 16th. Bill Magee has played with the likes of B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, Otis Redding, John Lee Hooker, Bobby 'Blue' Bland, Wilson Pickett, and Bo Diddley. We are so fortunate to have such a NATIONAL MUSICAL TREASURE both living and playing locally. Come on out and support LIVE music and LIVING musical legends this and every Sunday at San Diego's Sunday night swing venue, Stompin' at the Aubergine. Bill and his band play from 8:30-11:30pm. $8 Cover (includes the FREE swing dance lesson at 7:45pm). For more info, visit http://www.cafesavoy.com. ***** Here's an excerpt from his bio, where Bill Magee has a guitar duel with the late, great Jimi Hendrix...Enjoy! "Moving to the Big Apple, he rented a flat in Harlem directly across from the Apollo Theater and dreamed of having his name on the marquee. Before long he was working seven nights a week and he decided to check out the King Curtis Band at the Small Paradise Club. Asking to sit in, he played three songs when the regular guitarist joined in. The air was electric as the guitarists traded off solos and riffs. After the final set the guitarist introduced himself as Jimmy James(Hendrix). That summer of '63, Jimmy James introduced Willie to the music scene and they formed the band Jimmy James and the Flames. Willie eventually put together his own band, The Kansas City Playboys. Several years were spent on the road opening for the James Brown Revue which included the Apollo Theater. Thus, his childhood dream of playing at the Apollo was finally realized!!! In 1967, Jimmy James(Hendrix) left for England and Willie toured Russia, Japan, Europe and England with his band. Professional play kept him touring on the Chittlin' Circuit and on the New York scene when he was home. It was during this time Bill Magee played with B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, Otis Redding, John Lee Hooker, Bobby 'Blue' Bland, Wilson Pickett, and Bo Diddley among others in venues like The Regal and McCormick Place in Chicago, The Royal in D.C., Madison Square Garden, The Filmore East, The Baby Grand as well as Yankee and Shea Stadium in New York City. With the birth of his fourth child, Willie finally gave up the relentless touring and the music business for a 9 to 5 and fatherhood. Relocating to San Diego in 1987, he continued his hiatus from music until 1993. With music in his blood, Bill had to return and is now burning up the San Diego Music scene with his guitar virtuosos and those New York/Chicago Blues. Bill Magee is THE REAL DEAL." For his complete bio, visit his website at http://www.billmageeblues.com. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Online tickets for the Holiday Swing Party with Stompy Jones is available NOW! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, November 13, 2003 - 04:47 am: |
 That's right, STOMPY JONES (a.k.a. SWING SESSION) will be down in San Diego FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER to help us celebrate the holiday season in high swingin' fashion. If you haven't heard of the band, you must have been living in Timbuktu. Stompy Jones is nationally renowned for their jumpin' rhythm, wailing improvisations, and relentless energy. They've been driving up the cultural temperature in California with their hip charm, retro style, and explosive stage show. Coast to coast, these journeymen of jump have been playing boogie-woogie, vintage jazz and blues to crowds of all-ages. From the Lincoln Center in NYC, the Half Note Jazz Club in Athens, Greece, the Santa Monica Pier, Eureka’s Concert on the Pier, to the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee and holding down every Tuesday night at the Broadway Studios in San Francisco, these fellas deliver high-fidelity, high flying, eight-to-the-bar romance with every performance. ***** WHERE: The Aubergine on 4th (500 4th Ave.) WHEN: Sun., Dec. 14th (our FINAL SHOW in 2003) TIME: 8pm-midnight (FREE beginner’s swing lesson at 7:15pm) ENTRY: $18/at-the-door, $15/single advance ticket or $72/VIP Package for 6 people. ALL AGES ARE WELCOME! Just like the Steve Lucky concert, we will be offering a SPECIAL VIP PACKAGE where you and 5 friends will receive ADMISSION to the dance plus a RESERVED table for only $72 (that is only $12 apiece). With this VIP PACKAGE, your group can arrive as early as 7:00pm to order dinner (the dinner is not included with the package, but there will be special reduced prices available just for us dancers). Dinner will be served on the back mezzanine level of the nightclub. Only 10 VIP PACKAGES are available. They sold out quickly last time, so please reserve your table today! To purchase your online ticket today, visit http://www.cafesavoy.com/stompyjones.html. |
| SwingOrama News - Events, Workshops, Music More: Dancers wanted! Come be a part of the Fremonts FIRST music video this Sunday at the Aubergine. Details below! By Meeshi (Meeshi) on Thursday, November 20, 2003 - 11:35 am: |
 That's right, The Fremonts, SAN DIEGO'S BEST BLUES BAND (as voted in the 2003 SD Reader Poll) will be shooting LIVE footage for their FIRST EVER music video this Sunday, Nov. 23rd at the Aubergine. The band really wanted to capture the energy of San Diego's great swing scene, so please arrive early if you want to be filmed as part of the video shoot. The camera crew starts filming at 8:30pm. As usual, the $8 cover includes the swing lesson at 7:45pm. Oh yes, must I remind dancers to please DRESS TO IMPRESS!! The Fremonts would really appreciate if we looked our best for the video. Thank you. For more info about the Aubergine, visit the Aubergine page. See you in your Sunday best! |
