Cliff Bell's

Closed
2016-06-27 00:00 - 23:59, 2016-07-11 00:00 - 23:59, 2016-08-01 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)

The Marcus Elliot Quartet
2016-06-28 20:00 UTC
“One of the most important elements of Detroit’s jazz legacy is that it’s a living tradition.” -Mark Stryker, Detroit Free Press
Featuring:
Marcus Elliot, saxophone
Ben Rolston, bass
Steven Boegehold, drums
Michael Malis, piano
Marcus Elliot is a saxophonist/composer/educator of the Metro-Detroit area who is quickly gaining recognition for his imaginative improvising, and fervently thoughtful voice on the saxophone. Marcus has been playing professionally in the Detroit Jazz scene where he is studying, practicing and composing the music you will hear every Tuesday night.
http://www.marcuselliotmusic.com/

¡DO!
2016-06-30 20:00 (America/Detroit)
WSG: MSU Community Music School summer camp students at 7 p.m.
Deep grooving drums and organ duo featuring Chris Cawthray and Simeon Abbott, delivering an “organ”ic mix of surf, reggae, roots music, and jazz improvisation. Specializing in funky breakdowns and jam madness, ¡DO! is a road-tested band that has performed in bars, clubs, tiki lounges, coffee houses, art galleries, retail stores, house concerts, theatres, festivals, comedy clubs, game shows, burlesque theatres, bat mitzvahs and craft fairs. Audiences of all kinds connect with ¡DO!’s danceable grooves, expressive improvisation and irreverent humour. ¡DO! does it for you!
http://drumsandorgan.tumblr.com/

The Dan Meinecke Trio
2016-07-02 06:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit)
Daniel Meinecke is a Detroit area pianist and composer. He runs several original projects around town as well as working as a side man to many Detroit based acts. The Daniel Meinecke trio seeks to bring swinging piano trio music to their repertoire every week. The trio features Sam Harris on Bass and Jake Mathews on Drums.

Open for Brunch Until 2pm w/ Jarrod Champion
2016-07-03 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
“Stylized folk balladry, nocturnal narratives and closing time croons burn with the romanticism of Jeff Buckley.”
-Jeff Milo, Real Detroit Weekly
Every Sunday Brunch, piano-man Jarrod Champion plays early American music including New Orleans-style jazz, jump blues, early soul, rock and roll, swing-country and mix’s all that in with lounge versions of modern and classic rock.
http://jarrodchampion.com/

4pm to 10pm Closed for a Private Event
2016-07-03 16:00 - 19:59 (America/Detroit)

CLOSED FOR UNCLE SAM'S BIRTHDAY
2016-07-04 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)
Happy Birthday Uncle Sam!

Tahnz and the Filthy Animals
2016-07-07 20:00 (America/Detroit)
WSG DJ Frank Raines (Funk Night Records)
Tahnz and the Filthy Animals formed in 2015 and continues to expand and experiment with the vast spectrum of music via their instrumental finesse. The band features: Tahnz-Vocals,
Brad Frey- Guitar, Jheremie Jacque- Bass, Justin Pullin- Drums and Adam Cross- Lead Guitar.

Blair Crimmins and the Hookers
2016-07-08 21:00 (America/Detroit)
Best Songwriter 2013 ”Crimmins has never been more refined than on this year’s Sing-A-Longs CD. If he caters to any genre, it’s one that’s entirely his own, and that’s something a lot of guys with pens and guitars either don’t know how to do, or don’t have the guts to do.” – Creative Loafing
Blair Crimmins began his current music career in Atlanta, Georgia, with a determination to bring Ragtime and 1920’s style Dixieland Jazz to new audiences. What he created was a sound that is at once modern while being deeply rooted in the past. Now four years, and five hundred shows later, he has toured the Eastern United States playing large venues and has opened for national acts such as Mumford & Sons and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. A multi-instrumentalist and music academic, Crimmins writes songs and arrangements for a classic New Orleans style horn section consisting of Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone. His debut release “The Musical Stylings Of” became a college radio sensation on WRAS Atlanta making him the most requested band on the air. His last release and video “State Hotel” landed them a full feature in Creative Loafing Atlanta. In 2012 Crimmins showed his musical diversity by writing and recording the full score for the independent short film “Old Man Cabbage”. The following year, Crimmins was the critics pick for Best Song Writer of 2013 in Creative Loafing’s Best of ATL issue. Blair Crimmins now continues touring this year to support his newest studio album entitled “Sing-a-longs”, a break through record which showcases a band who have polished their signature sound from years of touring.

http://www.blaircrimminsandthehookers.com/

The Daniel Meinecke Trio
2016-07-09 18:00 - 19:15, 2016-07-16 18:00 - 19:15, 2016-07-23 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Detroit)

The Mountain Babies
2016-07-10 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit)
wsg: Riley Pinkerton, Dave Morrison and Willa Rae
https://mountainbabies.bandcamp.com/
About Riley: Riley Pinkerton is a singer-songwriter based in NYC. In January 2016 Pinkerton released her debut EP titled “Do You Have A Car,” recorded at “Yes, Master Studios” in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Brian Carroll of Folk/Americana music review site, RedLineRoots.com, described Pinkerton’s “Do You Have A Car” as “Beautiful in the simplicity of its execution, but profound all the while in how she can make you feel so much with so little in a few guitar lines and a voice…” and “Moving, poignant, [and] ethereal…” Pinkerton has been touring throughout the continental U.S., often in support of New England folk singer-songwriter, Ian Fitzgerald. When home, Pinkerton continues writing and recording demos in anticipation of her debut full-length album.

CURRENT: No Boundaries Quartet
2016-07-13 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Every Wednesday Cliff Bell’s brings you Current: the new sounds of Soul in Detroit. Hosted by DJ Nick Austin, CURRENT will feature the new crop of soul musicians performing in and around Detroit. This week’s featured artist is the No Boundaries Quartet.
NBQ(no boundaries quartet) is a Detroit based free jazz project led by keyboardist and vocoder extraordinaire Haz Mat along with Sasha Kashperko on guitar, Grov Tigue on bass, and Jeff Canady on drums. The groups main focus is to explore the depths spontaneous creation and musical freedom through traditions of free jazz while infusing some of the most modern musical elements available today with brand new technology, synthesizers, and effects pedals all to create a new brand of free jazz that explores territories of deep house, neo-soul, techno, electronica, hip hop, and progressive rock.

Open for Brunch till 3pm w/ Jarrod Champion
2016-07-17 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit)

Closed for a Private Event
2016-07-17 16:00 - 21:00, 2016-07-18 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)

CURRENT: NLR Experience
2016-07-20 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Every Wednesday Cliff Bell’s brings you Current: the new sounds of Soul in Detroit. Hosted by DJ Nick Austin, CURRENT will feature the new crop of soul musicians performing in and around Detroit. This week’s featured artist is still the NLR Expierance
Nique Love Rhodes & The NLR Experience is a hip-hop fusion band mixing hip-hop with elements of soul, funk, and rock to create a dynamic Detroit music experience to inspire, uplift, and energize audience.

Colton Weatherston
2016-07-21 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Detroit)
Born and raised in the Motor City, singer/guitarist Colton Weatherston returns to the stage once again at Cliff Bell’s, leading a trio featuring Duncan McMillan on Hammond B-3 organ and Karen Tomalis on drums. The night will feature dulcet vocals and Hollowbody fretwork in an exploration of the American Songbook through the lense of Colton’s main influences: Wes Montgomery, Pat Martino, and Chet Baker. To cool things off, the trio ambles in rare grooves with a kiss from soulful Bossa Nova and French Chanson like a ’66 Fleetwod on West Grand Boulevard after sunset.
http://coltonweatherston.com/CW/Colton_Weatherston_Productions.html

Jarrod Champion
2016-07-24 11:00 - 14:00 UTC
Jarrod Champion is a singer, songwriter, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist from Detroit, Michigan. Jarrod is the son of Denise and Barry Champion who were both trained pianists. Taking a note from his parents, Jarrod picked up a guitar at the age of 12 and, after writing and performing for a few years, would eventually turn to the piano himself at the age of 18. Since that time Jarrod has continued to write, perform and record.
During brunch you will hear a wide variety of music transformed into the “piano-man” style. While Jarrod does touch on some standards you will hear anything from Louis Armstrong to David Bowie, making for a eclectic and unique setting.
http://jarrodchampion.com/

From Ragtime To Rock
2016-07-24 18:00 (America/Detroit)
“In the tradition of the historic New Orleans Jazz Festival, Cliff Bells welcomes ‘PIANO NIGHT in MOTOR CITY!’ featuring the area’s best in traditional jazz performance, Ragtime, Blues, Boogie-Woogie, Stride, and 50’s Rock. Pianists include singer/rockabilly pianist DAVE BENNETT described as ‘a remarkable talent of genius proportions,’ pianist MATTHEW BALL AKA THE BOOGIE WOOGIE KID hailed as ‘Michigan’s Best in Blues and Boogie-Woogie Performance,’ singer/blues and stride pianist KERRY PRICE known for belting out the torch song favorites of the American Songbook, and Ragtime pianist JON MILAN, author of the internationally sold Detroit Ragtime and the Jazz Age, and best known as Detroit’s resident authority on the Motor City’s Ragtime history.” Expect classic song and piano favorites from the 1900s through 1950s. Suffice to say you won’t want to miss this program of toe-tappin piano fun that is sure to have something for everyone!”
http://www.boogiewoogiekid.com/

The Marcus Elliot Quartet
2016-07-26 20:00 (America/Detroit), 2016-08-02 20:00 UTC
“One of the most important elements of Detroit’s jazz legacy is that it’s a living tradition.” –Mark Stryker, Detroit Free Press
Featuring:
Marcus Elliot, saxophone
Ben Rolston, bass
Steven Boegehold, drums
Michael Malis, piano
Marcus Elliot is a saxophonist/composer/educator of the Metro-Detroit area who is quickly gaining recognition for his imaginative improvising, and fervently thoughtful voice on the saxophone. Marcus has been playing professionally in the Detroit Jazz scene where he is studying, practicing and composing the music you will hear every Tuesday night.
http://www.marcuselliotmusic.com/

Diego Figueiredo
2016-07-28 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit)
Purchase Advance Tickets
Diego Figueiredo is a new star of the guitar world. He is only 35, and he has release 23 Cds, 3 DVDs, and he has playing in more than 60 contries around the world. He is winner of several important competitions like Montreux Jazz Competition, VISA Prize and some others. Diego is presenting now his new concert “ From the Classical to the Jazz”. It is a fusion between Jazz, Bossa nova and Classical music. Diego has an unique interpretation, with a lot of technique, much emotion, and his show has been a great sucsses about to the audience.
Diego Figueiredo was born in Franca, Brazil, in 1980, and at the age of 4, he used to strike poses carrying his small guitar. At six, he got a mandolin, which was kept in a very special place in his house. Diego played many instruments before choosing the electric guitar when he was twelve, playing in theaters and local pubs, revealing the great art of improvising and harmonizing. At 15, he conquered theaters and nightclubs in many different Brazilian states, playing solo or with renowned musicians.
http://www.diegofigueiredo.com/

The Leftover Cuties
2016-07-29 21:00 (America/Detroit)
Combining alluring female vocals, ukulele, upright bass, horns, keys, accordion, and not so brushed drums; this quartet called Leftover Cuties have a unique sound to call their own. Coupled with classic songwriting, relatable lyricism and effortless interplay, the Cuties live performances are magical, charming experiences that will surely have you falling in love.
http://www.leftovercuties.com/

Jarrod Champion
2016-07-31 11:00 - 14:00 UTC

The Steel Kitty Burlesque Show
2016-07-31 21:00 (America/Detroit)
Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. Purchase Advanced Tickets Here.

The Steel Kitty Burlesque & Variety Show is coming back to Detroit!Join us for an amazing one night only event! Sunday, August 23 the Steel City Kitty Burlesque & Variety Show brings burlesque entertainment from all over the world to the gorgeous and historic Cliff Bells!

Featuring performances by:
Apathy Angel (NYC)
Holly Hock (Detroit)
Just Jingles (Pittsburgh)
Kat De Lac (Pittsburg)
Mika Romantic (Philidelphia)
Red Hot Annie (Chicago)
Sgt. Die Wies (San Francisco)
Vivacious Miss Audacious (Grand Rapids)
Lovely Stage Kittens : Magenta Demure & Leena Allure!

CURRENT: Thy Bearings
2016-08-03 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Every Wednesday Cliff Bell’s brings you Current: the new sounds of Soul in Detroit. Hosted by DJ Nick Austin, CURRENT will feature the new crop of soul musicians performing in and around Detroit. This week’s featured artist is Thy Bearings.
Featuring: Evan Perri, guitar – Daniel Meinecke, keys – Eric Kacir, drums/percussion – Ryan Gates drums/percussion – Tim Shellabarger, bass.
