The Riley Poystila Quintet tribute Funk and Motown. The Riley Poystila Quintet is a group of Vancouver based musicians whose goal is to share LGBTQ+ music and funky tunes to all. Members include Dominique Hallberg, Kate Johnson, Casey Thomas-Burns, Brodie Jones and, of course, Riley Poystila. Pass the Hat is a monthly series at the […]
Experience a soulful Valentine’s Day with Krystle Dos Santos as she pays tribute to the timeless music of Sade. Backed by a stunning 6-piece band, Dos Santos captures the smooth, sultry essence of Sade’s hits, delivering favorites like “Smooth Operator” and “No Ordinary Love” with rich vocals and captivating presence. This intimate evening promises lush […]
Jacob Wutzke is a drummer, bandleader, composer and music educator. Noted for his exceptional technique, creativity, and ability to listen and improvise in the moment, he's an in-demand musician in the jazz and creative music scenes. Well-respected in the music community, he has been seen performing at prestigious clubs, halls, and jazz festivals across Canada, […]
Learn more about all the weekend shows at the 5th annual Jazz at the Bolt here. Jazz at the Bolt, now in its fifth year, has become an annual treasure in Burnaby, British Columbia: a music festival that celebrates diversity, community, and jazz music. With multiple stages running across two days at the Shadbolt Centre for […]
Kevin Romain and His Bad Homies sees drummer and composer Kevin Romain, recognized largely for his work in modern jazz and improvised music settings, revisiting standard, hard swinging jazz repertoire with longtime collaborator Jeff Gammon (Calgary) on bass and renowned pianist Cat Toren (NY/WA). Frankie's After Dark takes place every Friday and Saturday at Frankie's […]
Born in North Benin, Africa and chief’s son of the Waama people, this multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter learned the art of storytelling and drumming from his family as they traveled the region sharing their cultural traditions. Now in Canada, Yoro Noukoussi is in great demand as a performer, having mastered the donga (talking drum), kokomba (congas), and […]
Chris Fraser’s Regulatory Committee is a cross-country post bop outfit fuelled by friendship, millennial angst, and a deep need to play hard and fast. Made up of old and new friends from both Vancouver and Montreal, the Regulatory Committee features Fraser’s original compositions and clever reimaginings of pop hits. Fraser is joined by co-chairs Claire […]
Bellbird is a collective of Montreal-based musicians who released their debut album Root In Tandem in 2023. While rooted in modern jazz, Bellbird’s music bares influences from myriad musical styles, from moving folk melodies to atonal counterpoint to rock grooves that stretch the boundaries of the jazz genre. Capturing the ethos of the band, the […]
Canadian jazz pianist, composer, and vocalist Jillian Lebeck is one of the most dynamic and exciting voices on the Canadian Jazz scene. Her debut recording "Living in Pieces" (MaximumJazz/Universal) spent several weeks in the number 1 position on the national Chart Attack radio charts. For this After Dark performance she’ll be joined by Steve Holy […]
Visionary percussionist, vocalist, and composer Kahil El'Zabar has been at the forefront of creative music and Jazz for over five decades. On February 24, 2025 this legend will be bringing his Ethnic Heritage Ensemble to the Pearl in Vancouver, as part of Heart & Soul, a record-breaking tour celebrating Black History Month This group has […]
