Melvin Seals & JGB: MELVIN SEALS & JGB: Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band. Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helped pioneer and define what has now become "Jam Band Music". From blues to funk to rock to jazz, Melvin Seals serves up a tasty mix with a little R&B; and gospel thrown in to spice things up. Melvin and JGB brings an intuitive, expressive style, soul, spontaneity and remarkable chops to the table. With acoustic and electric ingredients and unique combinations of Dave Hebert's guitar and vocals, Jimmy Hubbard's savory bass, Pete Lavezzoli’s hearty drums and, of course, a heapin' helpin' of the wizard's magic on Hammond B-3 Organ and keyboards. Along with Shirley Starks and Cheryl Rucker on back-up vocals, the result is a most satisfying blend of natural organic grooves that challenges genre boundaries. Their chemistry is the focus from which they create a spontaneous and high art where the sky is the limit musically. They offer an exciting, often psychedelic musical journey that changes nightly and keeps the audience dancing and smiling (and some staring in amazement) for hours. Adding his rock-gospel-soul-rhythm and blues touch with his funky style of playing, no wonder Jerry nicknamed him "Master of the Universe". Melvin continues to treat music lovers to his unique brand of melodic flavor with JGB. Come see and hear for yourself! Melvin Seals - Hammond B3 and Leslies, Roland RD700 Keyboard, vocals Dave Hebert - Gibson SG electric guitar, lead vocals Pete Lavezzoli - Drums Shirley Starks and Cheryl Rucker - backing vocals

Grampa's Grass: Grampas Grass is a sonic journey known as Organic Garagedelic Soul Rock. A modern day Led Zeppelin blended with Pink Floyd and Janis singing . Powerful vocals, three part harmonies and scorching lead guitar work set the perfect stage for deftly crafted songs. Touted by many as the best unknown band you’ll ever see at your local dive bar, the Grass gives a choice blend of hook filled originals and an ever growing list of tasty covers. The Grampas Grass began in 1999 when founding members John Malsberger and Brett Davis met in a guitar class in Orange County. The two quickly formed an acoustic duo complete with blazing mandolin solos. But bluegrass was not the road they were bound to take, for electric rock and roll had too strong a draw. Complete with a strong rhythm section Grampas Grass took on the task of showcasing their songs throughout the southland. In 2003 the band acquired the amazing vocal talents of Miss Lisa Blue. A little bit Janis, a little bit Bonnie Rait and a whole lot of soul, Lisa took the Grass to a new level. With the new vocal prowess of the band, they stepped into the studio and released their first album in 2004: These Are The Days. The album received good reviews from all who heard it, and Grampas Grass toured the west coast to spread the word. Playing locally for the next three years solid the band found some success, yet never enough to make the jump to quitting their day jobs. Then opportunities knocked on the door and long time bassist Tim Kerrigan and drummer Bob Schwechel moved to the east coast for career opportunities. John and Lisa had a few kids and for the next 3 years they played a only few scattered acoustic shows with Brett Davis. In 2011 the trio was approached by veteran SoCal bassist Jim Beaudet, to possibly reform the band. Of course everyone said yes and with the addition of long time friend and drummer Jim Janis, the Grass began returning to their favorite haunts. Armed with more new songs than the band ever had in previous incarnations the reviews have been great. No longer searching for the golden payday, Grampas Grass plays just enough to keep everyone waiting for the next show. It’s like a family reunion with new friends and old, coming together for a great night of live music.