RIC JAZ (US) + FRIENDS

Butchers Brew Bar is very proud to present this Very Special One-Off event featuring some of the finest Blues/ RnB/ Jazz musicians on the planet, in a rare, intimate Sydney club appearance!

⭐️ RIC JAZ is widely regarded as one of the world's finest & most versatile blues, jazz & RnB musicians.  Steeped in the Chicago Blues tradition, Ric is the long-time & current touring guitarist with the legendary Buddy Guy.  His resumé also includes associations with a surreal list of Grammy/ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Award winning giants including BB King, Albert King, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Carlos Santana, Ronnie Wood, Jeff Beck & countless others.

⭐️ DAVID SERVICE aka 'Big Dave' grew up in Chicago in a musical family where he was exposed to a variety of music styles, initially playing piano, later taking up clarinet & saxophone. Dave started playing bass in high school & continued at Governors State University. He has had the honour of playing with many jazz greats incl. Nina Simone, Stanley Turrentine & Ira Sullivan.. He has also played with blues artists Hubert Sumlin, Pine Top Perkins, Phil Guy, Albert King, Buddy Guy, Junior Wells,Tyrone Davis, Otis Clay & R&B artists The Dells, Jerry Butler, Gene Chandler, The Emotions, Bloodstone, Gladys Knight, Stevie Wonder, Dionne Warwick, Wayne Newton & many more, as well as many years as a theater & studio musician.

⭐️ MELVIN 'POOKY STYX' CARLISLE has an impeccable drumming reputation with over 25 years of professional experience in the music industry. Carlisle was born & raised on the Southside of Chicago. He has toured the world with musical legends including Buddy Guy, KoKo Taylor, Carl Weathersby, Toronzo Cannon, Sugar Blue, Carlos Johnson, Jimmy Johnson, Chico Banks, Mud Morganfield, Demetria Taylor & a host of others.  In addition to being an internationally recognised drummer, he has endorsements with musical companies such as Ear Piece Technology & Slug,Sabian Cymbals.

⭐️ 'BIG MAMA' The name says it all!  A big voice, with an even bigger personality to match.  With 20+ years of performing under her belt, Big Mama is known for her bubbly personality, backed up by her extensive knowledge of the local music scene & its musicians: she is a class act.  Her musical roots stem from the smooth stylings of Soul music & gritty Blues lyrics to the upbeat melodies of infectious African music.  She’s got soul, she’s got attitude & she’s bringing Sexy back with her band Sexy Soul.

⭐️ DANNY 'THE TSUNAMI' TSUN is well known on the Sydney blues scene for his work as a first call keys musician & his authentic blues & honky tonk playing in the tradition of Johnnie Johnson & other blues/ RnB greats.

⭐️ DANE LABOYRIE is one of Australia's most versatile & in-demand musicians. Dane's passion for many different styles & genres has seen him working with global superstars such as Taylor Swift, Hugh Jackman, Michael Bublé, Noel Gallagher, 50 Cent, Kurt Elling, Tim Minchin & Mumford & Sons to name just a few.

⭐️ MICHAEL 'MAMBO' BROWN has performed, recorded & composed with Son Veneno, Watussi, The Protesters, Gervais Koffi as well as hs own ensemble, The Mambo Brown Trio.

This will be a superb celebration of World Class Blues, R&B & Soul, followed by a jam session with some very special guests!

⭐️ RIC JAZ (Guitar/ Vocals)

⭐️ DAVID SERVICE (Bass)

⭐️ MELVIN POOKY STYX (Drums)

PLUS Special Guests, including

⭐️ BIG MAMA (Guest Vocals)

⭐️ DANNY TSUN (Keys)

⭐️ DANE LABOYRIE (Trumpet)

⭐️ MICHAEL BROWN (Saxophone)

V LIMITED TIX!! $89 Single Entry/ $100 Door (if not Sold Out Prior)

Doors from 5pm

We are a Licensed Venue. Outside Food is Welcome but No Outside Drinks/ Water Bottles allowed.

Under 18s permitted if under the direct supervision of a Guardian/ Adult