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SUMMARY:DICHI
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 5:30p & 7:30p for this performance. Doors open at 4pm for dinner. Seating begins at 5pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 7pm.\nDICHI is a Detroit based jazz collective led by saxophonist Colin McCahill and guitarist Hayden Cusmano with Ian Lukas on Bass\, and Philip Buchman on Drums. Each musician is high in demand throughout the Detroit scene as sidemen. The group’s influences range from a wide variety of their favorite artists such as George Benson\, Nicholas Payton\, Butcher Brown\, Cannonball Adderley\, and even some singers such as Bob Dylan. Whether delivering fiery solos or introspective ballads\, they create an experience that resonates with jazz aficionados and newcomers alike. \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/dichi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250827T213000
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SUMMARY:William Hill III and Session
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nMusicians pay no cover when they bring their instrument \nWilliam Hill III is a pianist\, arranger\, composer\, and bandleader from Detroit\, Michigan. Hill is a graduate of the Detroit School of Arts\, and is currently studying at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music undergoing his baccalaureate education. \nHill has had the opportunity to participate in many summer extensive jazz camps such as Jazz House Kids\, Jr. Jazz Academy at Lincoln Center\, Berklee Summer Programs\, Interlochen Center for the Arts\, Motown Lyric Project\, Keeping an Eye Summer Jazz Workshop located at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam\, Betty Carer’s Jazz Ahead\, and many others. \nHill is honored to receive awards from programs such as the National YoungArts Foundation\, a multi-year winner in the instrumental contemporary category for the NAACP ACT-SO National Competition\, and the West Virginia Univeristy International Jazz Piano Competition. Musicians that Hill has worked alongside and have been mentored by include Marc Cary\, Aaron Parks\, Buster Williams\, Christian McBride\, Curtis Lundy\, Jaleel Shaw\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Joe Farnsworth\, Ari Hoenig\, Rodney Whitaker\, Wynton Marsalis\,\, and many more. \nHill has had the opportunity to perform at the Detroit International Jazz Festival\, Dizzy’s Club\, Smalls Jazz Club\, Minton’s Playhouse\, The Django\, The Kennedy Center\, Esplanade-Theaters on the Bay (Singapore)\, Blue Note Tokyo\, and many others to name a few. Hill has recently released his debut album\, “Three’s Company” summer of 2024. Hill’s passion in life as a musician is to spread joy to everyone around the world with the music that he produces.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/william-hill-the-thirds-trio-2/2025-08-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250828T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250828T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150805
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SUMMARY:Allen Dennard Organ Trio
DESCRIPTION:There will be two separate seatings at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nAllen Dennard is a trumpeter\, composer and bandleader who was born and raised in the city of Detroit\, Michigan. Allen has made three appearances as a sideman in the Detroit Jazz Festival\, one being with the great saxophonist Wendell Harrison (2015)\, one being with Detroit bassist Ali Bey (2017)\, and lastly with the Detroit Jazz Festival All-Star Alumni Band (2019). In January 2019 Allen was chosen by the Detroit MetroTimes as one of ten artist they thought would become famous in that year. Soon after that Allen was approached with many interview requests\, one being with Detroit Public Television/ PBS and the other being with Honeysuckle Magazine\, a New York City based magazine company. Aside from that Allen has worked with several artist from the Detroit Music Factory label\, such as Gayelynn McKinney\, De’Sean Jones and Sean Dobbins. He has also worked with Detroit saxophonist David McMurray from the Blue Note record label. Adding to that\, Allen also got the opportunity to share the stage with New York based saxophonist J.D Allen\, who is with HighNote Records. \nIn October 2018 Allen had the opportunity to work with famous R&B artist Ray J\, being a member of the pit orchestra in a play that Ray J was in. In the same year Allen was chosen to be in the horn section for the MC5 reunion in Detroit\, sharing the stage with musical icons such as Wayne Kramer. Following after that Allen went on to record on one of Alice Copper’s latest albums in 2019. Allen is a bandleader and has three of his own groups\, the Allen Dennard Trio\, the Allen Dennard Quartet and the Allen Dennard Quintet.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/allen-dennard-organ-trio-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T213000
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SUMMARY:Drey Skonie and The kLOUDs Band
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nDrey Skonie and The kLOUDs Band a.k.a. “Skonie and The kLOUDs” emphasis on the loud. Hailing from the motor city\, Detroit\, MI. Skonie and The kLOUDs are retro style band\, with a new flare. They call themselves the new\, old school. \nIn the past few years\, The kLOUDs Band has been shaking up the Detroit Music Scene making the industry take notice.  In 2023 Drey Skonie lead singer of the band won “Artist Of The Year” at Motown Museum’s Hitsville Next Amplify Sound Of Detroit singing competition. Then only a month later Skonie and The kLOUDS were also crowned winners of Masterpiece Sound Studios’ Cover Song Contest in honor of the late\, legendary Motown songwriter and producer Sylvia Moy with their captivating rendition of Moy’s classic Stevie Wonder Motown hit\, “I Was Made To Love Her”. During the competition\, Drey met Jackie Wilson’s daughter Brenda Wilson\, who was a judge for the competition. Brenda then knew from Drey’s showmanship\, that she wanted Drey to play her Dad. Fast forward Drey now plays Jackie Wilson in a TV series entitled “Higher And Higher” coming soon. \nThe latest album “Rolling Skone” is available on iTunes\, Spotify\, Amazon\, and more.  They have appeared on stages from The D to Los Angeles rocking crowds with a multifaceted soul\, funk\, RnB\, and techno sound. \nCurrently “Skonie and The kLOUDs” are recording live in the studio. You can also hear new material and watch performances of the band on YouTube\, as well as Instagram @dreyskonie and @thekloudsband.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/drey-skonie-and-the-klouds-band-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T233000
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SUMMARY:Detroit Jazz Festival Jam Sessions: Allen Dennard Jr Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Friday 11:30p to 1:00\nAllen Dennard Jr Quartet\n***Those with Jazz Festival Musician and VIP wristbands gain free admittance \nAllen Dennard is a trumpeter\, composer and bandleader who was born and raised in the city of Detroit\, Michigan. Allen has made three appearances as a sideman in the Detroit Jazz Festival\, one being with the great saxophonist Wendell Harrison (2015)\, one being with Detroit bassist Ali Bey (2017)\, and lastly with the Detroit Jazz Festival All-Star Alumni Band (2019). In January 2019 Allen was chosen by the Detroit MetroTimes as one of ten artist they thought would become famous in that year. Soon after that Allen was approached with many interview requests\, one being with Detroit Public Television/ PBS and the other being with Honeysuckle Magazine\, a New York City based magazine company. Aside from that Allen has worked with several artist from the Detroit Music Factory label\, such as Gayelynn McKinney\, De’Sean Jones and Sean Dobbins. He has also worked with Detroit saxophonist David McMurray from the Blue Note record label. Adding to that\, Allen also got the opportunity to share the stage with New York based saxophonist J.D Allen\, who is with HighNote Records. \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/detroit-jazz-festival-jam-sessions-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T213000
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SUMMARY:Hidden Nomination Ft. Kevin Jones
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nHidden Nomination is a genre-defying ensemble that emerged from the lustrous Blue Llama Jazz Club after a particularly electrifying set. The band has quickly become a force to be reckoned with in the Midwest music scene. Comprising Houston Patton and Michael Pineda on saxophone(s)\,  Andre Crawford on piano\, Dylan Sherman on bass\, and Brian Allen on drums\, Hidden Nomination brings together four exceptionally talented musicians with a shared passion for exploration and innovation. \nTheir sound is a thrilling fusion of jazz\, funk\, R&B\, gospel\, and neo-soul\, creating a sonic tapestry that is as soulful as it is dynamic. With high-energy performances and delicate\, melodic interplay\, Hidden Nomination captivates audiences\, taking them on a journey that transcends traditional genre boundaries. The band’s philosophy is rooted in the pursuit of the unseen and the unheard—always searching for what lies hidden beneath the surface of music and emotion. \nRecently completing a celebrated residency at Cliff Bell’s\, one of Detroit’s most iconic jazz clubs\, Hidden Nomination has solidified its reputation as a must-see live act. Their ability to blend technical mastery with raw\, heartfelt expression has earned them a dedicated following and critical acclaim. As they prepare to record their debut album in 2025\, the band is poised to share their unique sound with an even wider audience. \nThis show will feature the critically acclaimed Kevin “Bujo” Jones on percussion\, making this an even more electrifying and grooving set.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/houston-patton-sextet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T233000
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SUMMARY:Detroit Jazz Festival Jam Sessions: Louis Jones III Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Sat. 11:30pm to 1:00am\nLouis Jones III Quartet\n(2025 DJF Feature Set: Mon. 09/01\, 3:00 Carhartt Amp Stage)\n***Those with Jazz Festival Musician and VIP wristbands gain free admittance \n  \n  \nLouis M. Jones III stands out as one of the most prominent drummers hailing from the bustling city of Detroit. Starting with just two wooden spoons\, Louis quickly established himself as a natural musician\, honing his craft with sticks\, brushes\, and mallets as he grew more and more experienced. By the age of 11\, he realized his true passion and knew that he would pursue music as a full-time career. \nThroughout his life\, Louis has had the good fortune of being surrounded by and mentored by some of Detroit’s most legendary musicians. In particular\, he gleaned inspiration and valuable knowledge from the likes of Wendell Harrison\, Marion Hayden\, and Sean Dobbins\, all of whom have left their mark on him in some way. \nAs a young musician coming of age in Detroit\, Louis’ father encouraged him to immerse himself in the vibrant and multifaceted local music scene\, taking in all genres and styles as he developed his own sound. Thanks to his early experiences and upbringing\, Louis has become a remarkably versatile drummer\, capable of playing with equal passion and skill across all genres. \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/detroit-jazz-festival-jam-sessions-3/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T193000
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SUMMARY:Kimmie Horne
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 5:30p & 7:30p for this performance. Doors open at 4:30pm for dinner. Seating begins at 5pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 7pm.\nKimmie Horne is an International Jazz Vocalist\, model\, and actress. She is a native Detroiter\, descendant of the legendary songstress and actor Lena Horne\, and niece of the late great singer/songwriter Cleveland Horne of the “Fantastic Four.” Kimmie has left her mark in areas around the world\, including\, Detroit\, Chicago\, Las Vegas\, Atlantic City\, LA\, San Francisco\, Jamaica\, Ontario\, Toronto\, Puerto Rico\, London\, Tokyo\, Kyoto\, Osaka\, and more. In addition to live performances\, Kimmie touts her “High Standards\,” “Loving This Jazz\,” and “Live in Las Vegas” CD’s. Horne’s 2018 release of her new video\, “As Long as I Live\,” viewed by thousands\, has received critical praise. Her songs\, “I Hope You Dance\,” and special arrangement of\, “I Will Survive\,” demonstrate her blend of talent and sophistication. \nAs a representative for Budweiser\, luxury furriers\, and celebrity spokesperson and model for Lincoln Automotive Group/Varsity Lincoln\, Kimmie’s talent transcends beyond impeccable vocals alone. Her most recent acting role\, is the featured singer in the much-anticipated musical thriller “One Harlem Night.” This all-star cast jazz musical\, takes place at the beautiful Fisher Building in Detroit in early 2018. \nKimmie continues to expand her talents. Having launched her self-titled “Kimmie Honre Jazz Festival\,” in 2016; this event has spun into a dynamic all-star musical line-up\, and contributor of major charitable donations. The festival has established a relationship with\, and is a supporter of\, The Ronald McDonald House of Detroit organization\, benefiting sick children and their families. The festival is preparing to expand nationally and internationally. \nNew partnerships\, new music and video releases\, as well as summer tours\, including the annual trip to Japan\, are just a few of the things on tap for Kimmie Horne. Always more to come!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/kimmie-horne-4/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T213000
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SUMMARY:Langston Kitchen's Mahogany Collective and Session
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nFree admittance for all Musicians participating in the jam session  \n\n\n\n\nBorn in Detroit\, possessing familial roots in Harlem\, and known for his big sound on the bass\, Langston Marcelles Kitchen is the winner of the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award\, Essentially Ellington Regional Best Musicianship Award\, and the Detroit Jazz Festival Collegiate Combo Competition. He is a Geri Allen Fellow and jazz major at Michigan State University\, under the tutelage of University Distinguished Professor of Jazz Bass and Director of Jazz Studies\, Rodney Whitaker. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWithin a short period of time\, he has begun to master his instrument and has studied under some of the most respected jazz musicians\, including Robert Hurst\, Xavier Davis\, Sean Dobbins\, and Marcus Printup and has performed with Michael Dease\, Dan Wilson\, Xavier Davis\, Walter Blanding\, and Randy Napoleon. In the words of Louis Armstrong\, “To jazz\, or not to jazz\, there is no question!” Kitchen loves jazz and is driven by his pursuit to play with conviction\, purpose\, and feeling. He has performed at Smalls Jazz Club\, the Detroit Jazz Festival\, Jazz Festival at Caramoor\, East Lansing Summer Solstice\, the Roxy Bar\, City Opera House\, the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe\, Cliff Bell’s\, and Blue Llama Jazz Club. With the goals of becoming a touring musician and a distinguished professor\, Kitchen continues to pursue his dreams and hopes to one-day help young musicians with the same spirit of reciprocity that his mentors share with him.  \n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/langston-kitchens-mahogany-collective-and-session/2025-09-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T213000
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SUMMARY:Alex Whites New Covenant
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nNew Covenant is a project that captures the sounds and spiritual and emotional impact of the Gospel through the medium of Jazz. It features both written compositions and inspired moments of improvisation. Led by Alex White (writer\, arranger\, and drummer)\, the band includes many talented musicians from Metro Detroit and beyond\, such as Rafael Statin (woodwinds and synths)\, Chris Sykes (bass)\, Antwain Kirkland (keys and auxiliary synths)\, Roger Jones (organ)\, and vocalist Kristian Fountain.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/alex-whites-new-covenant/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250905T213000
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SUMMARY:Lady Vonne
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nLady Vonne is one of Detroit’s Jazz greats. She has opened for Phyllis Hyman\, Joe Sample and Chaka Khan. She has sung at Comerica Park\, Detroit’s Music Hall\, The Detroit Convention Center\, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge\, Arts Beats & Eats\, The Montreux-Detroit Jazz Festival. and The Greektown and Motor City Casinos. Lady Vonne’s timeless voice brings back the sounds of America’s Jazz Legends. She also sings American Standards and the hits of Contemporary Stars. \nLady Vonne had the “look” of a STAR from her earliest years as a singer performing at nightclubs in Detroit. In her youth\, she sang in the church choir and played violin and clarinet in school. But it wasn’t until she began playing the hotel circuit through the Lorio Ross Agency that her singing career began to flourish. It was where she honed her craft. Eventually\, she got booked to perform at signature venues like Comerica Park\, The Cobo Convention Center\, Detroit’s Music Hall\, The Montreaux-Detroit Jazz Festival\, Birmingham Jazz Festival\, and The Arts Beats & Eats Festival. That experience led to becoming an Opening Act for the likes of Joe Sample\, Chaka Khan\, The Whispers\, and Phyllis Hyman. As she advanced\, she took on a much more glamorous look that properly conveyed the level of her talent. While known primarily for Jazz\, Lady Vonne is adept at performing American Standards\, Broadway Show Tunes and R&B. She has also performed on stage in a theatrical productions where she played the role of Phyllis Hyman and also co-starred in “When A Woman’s Fed Up.” Lady Vonne’s supreme vocal skills are enough to fill a concert space but what makes her SPECIAL as an artist is that she takes audiences back in time by telling them background stories of the singers and the songs that she pays homage to. Lady Vonne’s recent release of “My Turn to Fly” features an inspiring lyric and a vibrant orchestral arrangement that sounds like the title song of a Broadway Musical. It’s Magical. \n  \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/lady-vonne/
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SUMMARY:Monique Ella Rose
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 5:30p & 7:30p for this performance. Doors open at 4pm for dinner. Seating begins at 5pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 7pm.\nMonique Ella Rose returns to Cliff Bells for an unforgettable night of good ol’ soul-stirring music! Join us for an experience that will lift your spirit\, move your heart\, and have you jamming the night away. Monique Ella Rose is a remarkable\, award-winning R&B/Soul vocalist renowned for her spine-chilling vibrato and distinctive tone. Raised in the music-rich city of Detroit\, Monique’s passion for music was nurtured from an early age. Drawing inspiration from the soulful sounds that echoed through Motown’s streets\, she developed a deep appreciation for the emotive power of music. \nMonique’s talent has taken her on a remarkable journey\, sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in the industry. But what truly sets her apart is her ability to connect with her audience. Opening for celebrated artists such as Maxwell\, Anthony Hamilton\, Marsha Ambrosius\, Dwele\, Musiq Soulchild\, Samara Joy\, and more\, she has captivated audiences with her soul-stirring performances. \nDon’t miss this chance to witness Monique Ella Rose’s incredible talent live—it’s an experience you won’t want to forget! See ya there! \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/monique-ella-rose-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250910T213000
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SUMMARY:Jauron Perry and Session
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nJauron Perry is an upcoming Detroit trumpeter\, composer\, bandleader\, and educator in jazz studies at Michigan State University. Recognized with the Next Generation of Talent award\, Jauron has gained extensive experience working with Detroit jazz masters like Rodney Whitaker\, Regina Carter\, Wendell Harrison\, as well as sensations such as Jazzmeia Horn\, Marquis Hill\, and Wynton Marsalis\, and performing as a current Geri Allen Gathering Orchestra Fellow. He has been featured in prominent events such as the Detroit Jazz Festival and the Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Jack Rudin Jazz Championship. Jauron recently won the 2024 Michigan Jazz Festival Rising Horn Competition\, and also toured Japan at just 19 years old. He is now a recorded artist with the new collective group Quintessential from Detroit\, MI\, on their debut album “Here We Are” and with his own band\, the Jauron Perry Quintet that won the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival Combo Competition. The quintet performed their debut set at the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival\, creating Jauron’s debut album as a bandleader.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/jauron-perry-and-session/2025-09-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T213000
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SUMMARY:the Planet D Nonet
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE.\nDoors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nEchoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. CD Release Events at Cliff Bell’s Jazz Club July 18\, 19\, 20\, sets at 7:30pm & 9:30pm 2030 Park Ave Detroit\, MI 48226 Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Duke Ellington and follows the tremendous success of Planet D Nonet’s previous album\, Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington. Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington (2023) performed exceptionally well\, reaching #16 on the JazzWeek chart and surpassing PD9’s previous record with their Strayhorn CD\, which peaked at #17 in 2016. The album also topped the Roots Music Report Jazz and Big Band Jazz Chart for twenty-three consecutive weeks peaking at #1 on both charts. The album also enjoyed 15 weeks on the NACC Top 30 Jazz Chart\, peaking at #1 overall. Garnering significant airplay\, the recording appeared on national “Best of” lists\, including LA-based writer Scott Yanow’s “THE TOP JAZZ RECORDINGS OF 2023\,” the Michigan Roots Music Report’s Top 200 of 2023 (#4)\, and Eric Hines’s WNMC Radio list (#1). JazzWeek ranked it #55 in their top 100 of the year\, while the NACC chart placed it at #11 for the year end chart. Most recently\, it was listed in the top 30 of 2023 on CJAM-FM’s “The Freedom Principle.” Mike Stratton of WKAR in Lansing\, MI included it in his top ten for 2023\, and Paul Donovan at KUVO in Denver ranked it #7 in his top ten for 2023. An organic evolution of Volume 2. While touring for the previous CD\, Planet D Nonet continued adding new charts to their repertoire\, realizing by last summer they had enough material for Volume 2. The project evolved organically\, with some songs drawn from the movie “Anatomy of a Murder\,” performed during a special tour of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, where Duke himself once played. James O’Donnell’s performances with the East Side Rhythm Rascals inspired the inclusion of “Echoes of Harlem” and “Azalea\,” arranged by Jeff Cuny. Collaborations with Andrew Homzy and Jeff Cuny brought “Rocks in my Bed” from the Ellington collection at the Smithsonian\, featuring the vocals of Camille Price. Tbone Paxton delivers a spirited rendition of “Caravan” using a head arrangement from their live gigs. Rick Steiger suggested “La Plus Belle Africaine\,” showcasing Duke’s modern compositions toward the end of his career. Trevor Lamb arranged this track\, highlighted by a special photo of him with Ellington bassist John Lamb. This project has been a profound experience\, blending historical reverence with personal connections and contemporary interpretations. Artist: Planet D Nonet Album Name: Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2 Label: Eastlawn Records\, ELD-42 https://rjspangler.com/pd9.php https://www.eastlawnrecords.com/index.php
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-planet-d-nonet-7-2-2-2/2025-09-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250702T172513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T172629Z
UID:10008304-1757705400-1757712600@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:the Planet D Nonet
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE.\nDoors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nEchoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. CD Release Events at Cliff Bell’s Jazz Club July 18\, 19\, 20\, sets at 7:30pm & 9:30pm 2030 Park Ave Detroit\, MI 48226 Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Duke Ellington and follows the tremendous success of Planet D Nonet’s previous album\, Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington. Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington (2023) performed exceptionally well\, reaching #16 on the JazzWeek chart and surpassing PD9’s previous record with their Strayhorn CD\, which peaked at #17 in 2016. The album also topped the Roots Music Report Jazz and Big Band Jazz Chart for twenty-three consecutive weeks peaking at #1 on both charts. The album also enjoyed 15 weeks on the NACC Top 30 Jazz Chart\, peaking at #1 overall. Garnering significant airplay\, the recording appeared on national “Best of” lists\, including LA-based writer Scott Yanow’s “THE TOP JAZZ RECORDINGS OF 2023\,” the Michigan Roots Music Report’s Top 200 of 2023 (#4)\, and Eric Hines’s WNMC Radio list (#1). JazzWeek ranked it #55 in their top 100 of the year\, while the NACC chart placed it at #11 for the year end chart. Most recently\, it was listed in the top 30 of 2023 on CJAM-FM’s “The Freedom Principle.” Mike Stratton of WKAR in Lansing\, MI included it in his top ten for 2023\, and Paul Donovan at KUVO in Denver ranked it #7 in his top ten for 2023. An organic evolution of Volume 2. While touring for the previous CD\, Planet D Nonet continued adding new charts to their repertoire\, realizing by last summer they had enough material for Volume 2. The project evolved organically\, with some songs drawn from the movie “Anatomy of a Murder\,” performed during a special tour of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, where Duke himself once played. James O’Donnell’s performances with the East Side Rhythm Rascals inspired the inclusion of “Echoes of Harlem” and “Azalea\,” arranged by Jeff Cuny. Collaborations with Andrew Homzy and Jeff Cuny brought “Rocks in my Bed” from the Ellington collection at the Smithsonian\, featuring the vocals of Camille Price. Tbone Paxton delivers a spirited rendition of “Caravan” using a head arrangement from their live gigs. Rick Steiger suggested “La Plus Belle Africaine\,” showcasing Duke’s modern compositions toward the end of his career. Trevor Lamb arranged this track\, highlighted by a special photo of him with Ellington bassist John Lamb. This project has been a profound experience\, blending historical reverence with personal connections and contemporary interpretations. Artist: Planet D Nonet Album Name: Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2 Label: Eastlawn Records\, ELD-42 https://rjspangler.com/pd9.php https://www.eastlawnrecords.com/index.php
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-planet-d-nonet-7-2-2-2/2025-09-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250702T172513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T172629Z
UID:10008305-1757791800-1757799000@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:the Planet D Nonet
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE.\nDoors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nEchoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. CD Release Events at Cliff Bell’s Jazz Club July 18\, 19\, 20\, sets at 7:30pm & 9:30pm 2030 Park Ave Detroit\, MI 48226 Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Duke Ellington and follows the tremendous success of Planet D Nonet’s previous album\, Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington. Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington (2023) performed exceptionally well\, reaching #16 on the JazzWeek chart and surpassing PD9’s previous record with their Strayhorn CD\, which peaked at #17 in 2016. The album also topped the Roots Music Report Jazz and Big Band Jazz Chart for twenty-three consecutive weeks peaking at #1 on both charts. The album also enjoyed 15 weeks on the NACC Top 30 Jazz Chart\, peaking at #1 overall. Garnering significant airplay\, the recording appeared on national “Best of” lists\, including LA-based writer Scott Yanow’s “THE TOP JAZZ RECORDINGS OF 2023\,” the Michigan Roots Music Report’s Top 200 of 2023 (#4)\, and Eric Hines’s WNMC Radio list (#1). JazzWeek ranked it #55 in their top 100 of the year\, while the NACC chart placed it at #11 for the year end chart. Most recently\, it was listed in the top 30 of 2023 on CJAM-FM’s “The Freedom Principle.” Mike Stratton of WKAR in Lansing\, MI included it in his top ten for 2023\, and Paul Donovan at KUVO in Denver ranked it #7 in his top ten for 2023. An organic evolution of Volume 2. While touring for the previous CD\, Planet D Nonet continued adding new charts to their repertoire\, realizing by last summer they had enough material for Volume 2. The project evolved organically\, with some songs drawn from the movie “Anatomy of a Murder\,” performed during a special tour of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, where Duke himself once played. James O’Donnell’s performances with the East Side Rhythm Rascals inspired the inclusion of “Echoes of Harlem” and “Azalea\,” arranged by Jeff Cuny. Collaborations with Andrew Homzy and Jeff Cuny brought “Rocks in my Bed” from the Ellington collection at the Smithsonian\, featuring the vocals of Camille Price. Tbone Paxton delivers a spirited rendition of “Caravan” using a head arrangement from their live gigs. Rick Steiger suggested “La Plus Belle Africaine\,” showcasing Duke’s modern compositions toward the end of his career. Trevor Lamb arranged this track\, highlighted by a special photo of him with Ellington bassist John Lamb. This project has been a profound experience\, blending historical reverence with personal connections and contemporary interpretations. Artist: Planet D Nonet Album Name: Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2 Label: Eastlawn Records\, ELD-42 https://rjspangler.com/pd9.php https://www.eastlawnrecords.com/index.php
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-planet-d-nonet-7-2-2-2/2025-09-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250914T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250702T172416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T172612Z
UID:10008303-1757871000-1757878200@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:the Planet D Nonet
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 5:30p & 7:30p for this performance. Doors open at 4pm for dinner. Seating begins at 5pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 7pm.\nEchoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. CD Release Events at Cliff Bell’s Jazz Club July 18\, 19\, 20\, sets at 7:30pm & 9:30pm 2030 Park Ave Detroit\, MI 48226 Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2. is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Duke Ellington and follows the tremendous success of Planet D Nonet’s previous album\, Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington. Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington (2023) performed exceptionally well\, reaching #16 on the JazzWeek chart and surpassing PD9’s previous record with their Strayhorn CD\, which peaked at #17 in 2016. The album also topped the Roots Music Report Jazz and Big Band Jazz Chart for twenty-three consecutive weeks peaking at #1 on both charts. The album also enjoyed 15 weeks on the NACC Top 30 Jazz Chart\, peaking at #1 overall. Garnering significant airplay\, the recording appeared on national “Best of” lists\, including LA-based writer Scott Yanow’s “THE TOP JAZZ RECORDINGS OF 2023\,” the Michigan Roots Music Report’s Top 200 of 2023 (#4)\, and Eric Hines’s WNMC Radio list (#1). JazzWeek ranked it #55 in their top 100 of the year\, while the NACC chart placed it at #11 for the year end chart. Most recently\, it was listed in the top 30 of 2023 on CJAM-FM’s “The Freedom Principle.” Mike Stratton of WKAR in Lansing\, MI included it in his top ten for 2023\, and Paul Donovan at KUVO in Denver ranked it #7 in his top ten for 2023. An organic evolution of Volume 2. While touring for the previous CD\, Planet D Nonet continued adding new charts to their repertoire\, realizing by last summer they had enough material for Volume 2. The project evolved organically\, with some songs drawn from the movie “Anatomy of a Murder\,” performed during a special tour of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, where Duke himself once played. James O’Donnell’s performances with the East Side Rhythm Rascals inspired the inclusion of “Echoes of Harlem” and “Azalea\,” arranged by Jeff Cuny. Collaborations with Andrew Homzy and Jeff Cuny brought “Rocks in my Bed” from the Ellington collection at the Smithsonian\, featuring the vocals of Camille Price. Tbone Paxton delivers a spirited rendition of “Caravan” using a head arrangement from their live gigs. Rick Steiger suggested “La Plus Belle Africaine\,” showcasing Duke’s modern compositions toward the end of his career. Trevor Lamb arranged this track\, highlighted by a special photo of him with Ellington bassist John Lamb. This project has been a profound experience\, blending historical reverence with personal connections and contemporary interpretations. Artist: Planet D Nonet Album Name: Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol 2 Label: Eastlawn Records\, ELD-42 \nhttps://rjspangler.com/pd9.php \nhttps://www.eastlawnrecords.com/index.php
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-planet-d-nonet-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250623T160234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T152603Z
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SUMMARY:Langston Kitchen's Mahogany Collective and Session
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nFree admittance for all Musicians participating in the jam session  \n\n\n\n\nBorn in Detroit\, possessing familial roots in Harlem\, and known for his big sound on the bass\, Langston Marcelles Kitchen is the winner of the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award\, Essentially Ellington Regional Best Musicianship Award\, and the Detroit Jazz Festival Collegiate Combo Competition. He is a Geri Allen Fellow and jazz major at Michigan State University\, under the tutelage of University Distinguished Professor of Jazz Bass and Director of Jazz Studies\, Rodney Whitaker. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWithin a short period of time\, he has begun to master his instrument and has studied under some of the most respected jazz musicians\, including Robert Hurst\, Xavier Davis\, Sean Dobbins\, and Marcus Printup and has performed with Michael Dease\, Dan Wilson\, Xavier Davis\, Walter Blanding\, and Randy Napoleon. In the words of Louis Armstrong\, “To jazz\, or not to jazz\, there is no question!” Kitchen loves jazz and is driven by his pursuit to play with conviction\, purpose\, and feeling. He has performed at Smalls Jazz Club\, the Detroit Jazz Festival\, Jazz Festival at Caramoor\, East Lansing Summer Solstice\, the Roxy Bar\, City Opera House\, the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe\, Cliff Bell’s\, and Blue Llama Jazz Club. With the goals of becoming a touring musician and a distinguished professor\, Kitchen continues to pursue his dreams and hopes to one-day help young musicians with the same spirit of reciprocity that his mentors share with him.  \n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/langston-kitchens-mahogany-collective-and-session/2025-09-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T184143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T184143Z
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SUMMARY:Falooshh
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\n​falooshh is an up and coming artist from Detroit. Her eclectic style of genre blending leaves the listener in the warmth of brassy tones while juxtaposed by serene vocal melodies. She is a multi-instrumentalist and writes and records all of her songs. Her energy is infectious live and her band is radiating with talented musicians\, featuring a full horn section and backup vocals. \n \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/falooshh/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T190448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T185423Z
UID:10008307-1758310200-1758317400@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:Innerphonic
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nInnerphonic is a collaboration produced by bassist Tim Shellabarger featuring keyboardist Ian Fink\, saxophone & flautist Kasan Belgrave\, & drummer JRGotTheHiTS.  Pulling from a deep selection of influences\, Innerphonic blends elements of house\, techno\, & acid while weaving a tapestry of live instrumentation that showcases their command and sensibilities in jazz\, fusion\, & funk.  For their performances at Cliff Bells expect the first set to lean more towards jazz & fusion\, while the second set will be more electronic influenced.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/innerphonic/2025-09-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T190448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T185423Z
UID:10008308-1758396600-1758403800@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:Innerphonic
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nInnerphonic is a collaboration produced by bassist Tim Shellabarger featuring keyboardist Ian Fink\, saxophone & flautist Kasan Belgrave\, & drummer JRGotTheHiTS.  Pulling from a deep selection of influences\, Innerphonic blends elements of house\, techno\, & acid while weaving a tapestry of live instrumentation that showcases their command and sensibilities in jazz\, fusion\, & funk.  For their performances at Cliff Bells expect the first set to lean more towards jazz & fusion\, while the second set will be more electronic influenced.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/innerphonic/2025-09-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250921T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250921T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250226T175721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T153938Z
UID:10007857-1758475800-1758483000@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:ALFONSO PONTICELLI and FUGU DUGU
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 5:30p & 7:30p for this performance.\nDoors open at 4pm for dinner. Seating begins at 5pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 7pm.\nGypsy Jazz Meets Gypsy Punk\n  \n***Advanced Tickets Available Here \nThis electrifying collaboration features Alfonso Ponticelli\, a master of Gypsy jazz\, and Fugu Dugu\, a high-energy\, female-led band bringing a Gypsy punk twist. Together\, they’ve created something truly unique—think the vibrant energy of Gogol Bordello paired with Alfonso’s world-class jazz artistry. \nA multi-instrumentalist\, Ponticelli won the 1994 U.S. National Mountain Dulcimer Championship and continues to perform solo and with a group. He has played both banjo and guitar with the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra. Ponticelli has collaborated in Chicago with Arabic\, Irish\, bluegrass\, Gospel\, Gypsy\, Hungarian\, Romanian\, Spanish Flamenco and many other traditional folk musicians. Ponticelli has had the honor of performing at Chicago’s Millennium Park on its opening night as well as at every major museum in Chicago. \nPonticelli is the 2009 recipient of the Leonardo da Vinci award for outstanding achievement in performing arts from Order Sons of Italy in America and holds a B.M. in Jazz Studies from DePaul University. Ponticelli has been to Cordoba\, Spain (1994) to study with the great flamenco guitarists Rafael Riqueni and Manolo Sanlucar\, New Mexico to study with Chuscales and Pedro Cortes and has had the great flamenco singer and guitarist Pansequito join his band for two years. He has performed at the Iridium in New York City where Les Paul invited Alfonso to play as a special guest with his trio. \n \nBorn in the smoky backstreets of Chicago but fueled by the fiery spirit of Moldova and Eastern Europe\, Fugu Dugu is a female-led folk-punk revolution. Their music is a cultural explosion—raw\, relentless\, and drenched in the sounds of gypsy violins\, Moldovan wedding chaos\, and vodka-soaked rebellion. Imagine Gogol Bordello and Patti Smith raising a wild child in a back-alley bar in Chișinău—that’s Fugu Dugu.\nFugu Dugu’s punk edge is more than just grit and rebellion—it’s a sophisticated kind of chaos\, underpinned by unparalleled musical mastery. At the heart of this refinement is Madame Broshkina\, a classically trained violinist whose intricate melodies and searing riffs channel both the elegance of a concert hall and the unbridled energy of a punk mosh pit. Her ability to weave virtuosic technique into the raw fury of Fugu Dugu’s sound elevates the band to a level rarely seen in the punk world. Add Bucky Wanko’s razor-sharp guitar riffs and incendiary lyrics\, and you have a band that is as intellectually arresting as it is emotionally explosive.\nSinging in Romanian\, Russian\, Ukrainian\, and English\, Fugu Dugu spins tales of heartbreak\, defiance\, and untamed joy. Their shows are not just performances—they’re full-blown revolts where no one leaves unshaken.\nFugu Dugu took the United States by storm in 2024 with a wildly successful 15-city tour\, leaving audiences roaring coast-to-coast. Now\, the band is gearing up to take it to the next level in 2025\, with bigger stages\, more fire\, and a growing global fanbase.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/alfonso-ponticelli-and-fugu-dugu/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250710T163026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T163038Z
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SUMMARY:HAKi!
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\n“Haki is a mysterious power that allows the user to utilize their own spiritual energy for various purposes. The term itself\, however\, literally translates to “Supreme Qi”. All living beings in the world are capable of learning Haki; however\, most people do not notice it or fail to awaken it.” \nThe concept behind the band HAKi! is to make people move. Rhythm\, groove\, feel\, intensity\, in tandem with the fusion of a multitude of musical genres\, styles\, and traditions allow for shaping the sounds and noise that HAKi! uses to elicit this concept. The quintets group members consist of unique individuals coming from different upbringings and traditions and forming a union of sonic complexity.  \nThe band features Mark Royzenblat on Guitar\, Jacob Shadik on Saxophone/Electronics\, Allison Radell on Keyboard/Synthesizers\, Ben Wood on Bass Guitar\, and Louis M Jones III on the drums. The group has performed at a variety of different places including the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival\, Ohio and Canada. \nWEBSITE \nINSTAGRAM \nBANDCAMP \nVIDEO \nSINGLE “putindoinjudo” \nUPCOMING SINGLE “HAKi!” \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/haki/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250926T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T191909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T191910Z
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SUMMARY:Nate Winn Group
DESCRIPTION:There will be two separate seatings at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance.\nDoors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nA consummate musician\, Nathaniel Winn discovered his passion for the drums in church at the age of 4. Since then\, the Detroit\, Michigan native has never looked back. Nate has had the pleasure to work with many well-known musicians such as Danilo Perez\, Robert Hurst\, Pat Metheny and Joshua Redman. Nate’s versatile\, but unique style has earned him the opportunity appear on numerous albums. \nNate’s style is influenced by Jazz\, Blues and his Gospel upbringing\, along with some of his favorite drummers: Brian Blade\, Kendrick Scott\, and Calvin Rodgers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNate graduated from Wayne State University and Berklee College of Music with a bachelor’s in music and a master’s in jazz performance\, respectively. Currently\, he spends time traveling the world to spread the message of love and hope through music.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/nate-winn-group-2-2-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T191945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T192050Z
UID:10008309-1758931200-1759017599@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:Closed for a Private Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/closed-for-a-private-event-38/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250928T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T194033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T132146Z
UID:10008310-1759080600-1759087800@cliffbells.com
SUMMARY:The Vlad Tovbin Trio
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 5:30p & 7:30p for this performance. Doors open at 4pm for dinner. Seating begins at 5pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 7pm.\nUkrainian born guitarist Vladimir Tovbin moved to United States in the 90’s and has since been one of the most entertaining band leaders in the region. Rooted in traditional Ukrainian Folk then mixed with Jazz-Manouche and American Swing\, his dynamic collective of musicians brings a rich blend of these traditions together for a unique and fiery performance.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/eastside-gypsies/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251001T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251001T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150806
CREATED:20250708T202814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T193538Z
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SUMMARY:A Botanical Fortress Outpost featuring Houston Patton and Brian Allen
DESCRIPTION:This weekly experiment was a hand picked concept from the producers of Cliff Bell’s to introduce two different worlds of the Detroit improvised music scene. It features 3 ambient electronic synth artists of the Botanical Fortress Collective plus saxophonist Houston Patton and his long time collaborator\, percussionist Brian Allen. The second set will be open to improvisors. \nBOTANICAL FORTRESS is an existential sound movement and Improvisational post-rock orchestra. In fellowship with Art\, Music\, Nature and one another\, we adhere to our four rules for improvisation: 1) Show up. 2) Pay Attention. 3) Tell the Truth. 4) Don’t be attached to the outcome. \n \nSaxophonist Houston Patton is a rising star in Detroit’s Jazz community. Following in the footsteps of his father\, Houston began playing the saxophone at a very young age. Under the mentorship and tutelage of saxophonists such as Harry Patton\, Daryl Beebe\, Jordan Vanhemert\, Wendell Harrison\, and Andrew Bishop\, Houston has explored many genres ranging from gospel to hard bop. \n \nBrian Allen plays the drums like a boss. \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/a-botanical-fortress-outpost-featuring-houston-patton-and-brian-allen/2025-10-01/
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SUMMARY:Alex Whites New Covenant
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES ARE AT 7:30PM & 9:30PM FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nNew Covenant is a project that captures the sounds and spiritual and emotional impact of the Gospel through the medium of Jazz. It features both written compositions and inspired moments of improvisation. Led by Alex White (writer\, arranger\, and drummer)\, the band includes many talented musicians from Metro Detroit and beyond\, such as Rafael Statin (woodwinds and synths)\, Chris Sykes (bass)\, Antwain Kirkland (keys and auxiliary synths)\, Roger Jones (organ)\, and vocalist Kristian Fountain.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/alex-whites-new-covenant-2/
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SUMMARY:Dwight Adams
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nDwight Adams is a soul-inspired jazz trumpeter. He has played and recorded with Marcus Belgrave\, Rodney Whitaker\, James Carter\, Shawn Wallace and Donald Walden\, and tours with Stevie Wonder. He has served as a jazz trumpet instructor at both Ohio State University and Michigan State University and is currently on the faculty at WSU. He landed a gig as a member of Teddy Harris’ New Breed BeBop Society at the age of 16\, and is now one of the brightest stars on the Detroit jazz scene. Adams earned a full scholarship to Kentucky State University\, where he majored in music education and performance.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/dwight-adams/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Dwight Adams
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. Doors open at 5pm for dinner. Seating begins at 6pm for “Dinner & a Show”. The second show starts seating at 9pm.\nDwight Adams is a soul-inspired jazz trumpeter. He has played and recorded with Marcus Belgrave\, Rodney Whitaker\, James Carter\, Shawn Wallace and Donald Walden\, and tours with Stevie Wonder. He has served as a jazz trumpet instructor at both Ohio State University and Michigan State University and is currently on the faculty at WSU. He landed a gig as a member of Teddy Harris’ New Breed BeBop Society at the age of 16\, and is now one of the brightest stars on the Detroit jazz scene. Adams earned a full scholarship to Kentucky State University\, where he majored in music education and performance.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/dwight-adams-3/
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