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Jason Harnell

Born: November 10

Jason Harnell is a Los Angeles based jazz drummer, educator, composer, vocalist, visual artist, bandleader and all-round super talent whose unmistakable sound and style have left a lasting impact on jazz audiences all over the world. Jason’s boundless energy and creativity have made him a major contributor to the Southern California jazz scene for thirty five years. Renowned for his musicality and versatility, Jason seamlessly navigates between straight ahead jazz and the avant-garde with an approach that’s deeply rooted in tradition, yet remarkably fresh and personal. Born into a musical family, Jason's journey with drumming began at the age of six, guided by legendary drummer and family friend, Louie Bellson.

At the young age of 11, Jason started his professional career playing with his grandfather’s seven piece dance band. By 15, he was already sharing his drumming expertise, teaching lessons at a local music store. At age 22, Jason embarked on his first professional touring experience with the renowned trumpeter Maynard Ferguson's Big Bop Nouveau band.
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To date, Jason has performed, recorded and toured with a multitude of world renowned jazz musicians such as Kei Akagi, Theo Bleckmen, Steve Cardenas, Dave Douglas, Alan Ferber, Larry Goldings, Rick Margitza, Kate McGarry, Ben Monder, Alan Pasqua,, Bob Sheppard, Walter Smith III, Mark Turner and Ben Wendel. Jason is also a member of the esteemed Los Angeles Jazz Quartet alongside Larry Koonse, Chuck Manning, and Darek Oles. ⁣⁣
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Jason co-leads several enduringly popular original bands as well, including JoE-LeSs ShoE with Jamie Rosenn and Matt Otto, The Ithaca Trio with Adam Benjamin and Storm Nilson, The Ornery Coleman Trio with Joe Bagg and Leonard Thompson, and Go Shlomo! with Adam Benjamin.⁣⁣
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In 2017, Jason launched his most creative and ambitious endeavor to date, The Jason Harnell Solo Drum Experience. Jason's live solo drum concerts are consistently sold out, multi media events that tantalize the senses and explore rhythm, sight and sound in a completely unique and personal way. The live JH Solo Drum Experience has been called "super inspiring", "entertaining", "musically interesting" and quite often, "funny" (in a good way!) Jason's critically acclaimed debut solo album, "TOTAL HARNAGE" was released in May, 2019 on Fboo Records. His much anticipated second solo album, "HARNOLOGY" was just released in December, 2023.⁣⁣
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For over two decades, Jason has held a monthly residency at the iconic Baked Potato jazz club in Studio City, CA. Over time, his performances have gained immense popularity, consistently selling out whenever Harnell and his bandmates take the stage. Thanks to Jason's extensive network of world-class musicians, he is able to arrange for a different band to grace the stage at The Baked Potato each month.
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Unforgettable: Nat King Cole at 100

by Peter Coclanis
March 17, 2019

Few cities in the U.S. have musical traditions so strong and varied as Chicago's. Although cases can be made for other cities--New Orleans, Detroit, New York, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Memphis come to mind--in no other city is the range and depth of musical expression so strong as in Chi-Town. Other cities may dominate certain genres ...

Sharmila G. Lash

Vocalist Sharmila G. Lash has appeared as a performer and educator in both jazz and classical settings, and both as a soloist and ensemble member. She is a private voice instructor, a session singer, and a voice over artist. She is a current member of the Los Angeles Master Chorale and has performed with many of the top jazz musicians in California. Sharmila is a member of AGMA, SAG-AFTRA, and ASCAP.

John and Kelly Fumo with Fumosonic

Active since: November, 1989

Fumosonic is the culmination of 20+ years of marriage and collaboration between John and Kelly Fumo. The vision of these two musician/composers from Los Angeles, CA is a transformative musical experience that draws upon John’s jazz influences and Kelly’s love of music. The pair met while doing a recording session for singer Delaney Bramlett and had an instant connection. Their journey began with the first song they created called “Shut Up and Go Home!”, which showcases the unique formula of a heavy beat, Kelly’s strong vocals and some free jazz improvisation by John. John’s trumpet playing may be heavily influenced by Miles Davis and the free expressions of jazz music, but he has worked as a side man with the likes of Neil Diamond, James Brown, Beck and Brian Setzer

Peter Erskine: Up Front, In Time, and On Call, Part 1

by Jim Worsley
February 22, 2019

Part 1 | Part 2Peter Erskine is affable, engaging, and humorous. He, of course, is also one of the finest drummers of his generation. He has left his mark on the jazz and fusion world for nearly fifty years now. An icon, whose name is mentioned with the greats of all time, Erskine continues ...

Los Angeles Based Independent Jazz Label, BFM Jazz, Wins Five Grammys

February 20, 2019

BFM JAZZ is a boutique record label based in Los Angeles that garnered six Grammy nominations and turned them into five wins this past Sunday. In the company’s brief, nine-year existence, they’ve put out 27 projects that have accumulated 17 nominations collectively. In 2018, BFM Jazz released just three projects. All three received nominations and all ...

Brother Thelonious Re-Released At California North Coast Jazz and Ale House

by Arthur R George
February 19, 2019

"Brother Thelonious," an ale named in tribute to pianist Thelonious Monk using a Belgian Trappist brew style, is flowing again out of the North Coast Brewing Company in Fort Bragg, California and its jazz-devoted performance venue, The Sequoia Room. An intermission in production occurred after a dispute between North Coast Brewing and the Estate of the ...

Alan Pasqua

Born: June 28, 1952

Alan Pasqua, Chairman of Jazz Studies at USC, was born in New Jersey and began studying piano at the age of seven, playing both classical and jazz. He attended Indiana University and received his bachelor's degree in jazz studies from the New England Conservatory. While performing a concert at Carnegie Hall, Pasqua met the legendary drummer Tony Williams. Pasqua was asked to join The New Tony Williams Lifetime along with guitarist Allan Holdsworth. After recording two “Lifetime” albums for Columbia Records, Pasqua relocated in Los Angeles. His career in L.A. broadened as he started playing with more rock and pop artists

Peter Buck

Born: August 3, 1966

Los Angeles based jazz drummer/composer, Peter Buck, announces the release of his third album as a leader. “Smells Like Music” combines soulful jazz melodies and folk infused grooves with risk-taking improvisations featuring the incredible musicianship of Buck-drums, Jamieson Trotter-piano, Jamelle Adisa-trumpet, and Lyman Medeiros-bass. A working band for five years, all of the music was composed specifically for the talent of these musicians. Peter’s extensive career in the music business has taken him on tour throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, and Japan. Touring with Keb’ Mo’, Thelma Houston, Michelle Shocked, and Barbara Morrison

Cody Carpenter Releases Force Of Nature on Blue Canoe Records

January 15, 2019

Cody Carpenter is at it again with his sophomore release Force Of Nature on Blue Canoe Records. This stunning instrumental prog-rock, fusion effort is the follow-up to the outstanding Interdependence (2018). This prolific songwriter and keyboardist has teamed up with some old friends and new to bring the listener into the prog glory days of Yes ...