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FFJN April 7: Stefanie Naifeh (The Underthings)

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Another group of friends to be joining us on April 7 is a trio version of The Underthings. These are #tbt images from the days when we met. I’d invited Stefanie Naifeh to join this edition of FFJN w/ Jason Luckett & Friends because I’d always loved her voice and remembered the broad repertoire The Underthings covered. So I’m super excited that she was able to pull together a couple bandmates to make this mini-resurfacing happen. Here’s what she wrote for this post on Facebook:

“Well, it’s been a while folks but we have a little gig coming up. Jason Luckett invited a small ensemble from the Underthings to perform at his monthly event in Pasadena on April 7th!

It will be Paul Lacques, Richie Lawrence and me (Stefanie Naifeh) performing our jazzier styled tunes. It isn’t the first time we have done a small, intimate ensemble.”

And the photos above are proof! Join us next Friday!

First Fridays Jazz Night with Jason Luckett & Friends, April 7, in Pasadena!
Marcelo Bucater‘s trio (@marcelobucater)
Stefanie Naifeh (w/ Paul Lacques & Richie Lawrence of The Underthings)
And me!

Friday, April 7 at 8pm.
Lyd & Mo Photography Studio & Gallery (@lydandmo)
27 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA.

Hosted by Jason Luckett
Doors: 7:30
Showtime: 8pm
Suggested donation: $20 at the door or online at PayPal.me/jasonluckett (100% goes to the musicians).
In Playhouse Village in the heart of Pasadena

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FFJN April 7: Marcelo Bucater

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Highlighting my newest friend who will be joining me on April 7, at Lyd & Mo’s, this is Marcelo Bucater. We just met this January and keep discovering that we’ve got more and more great musicians in common. I’m excited that he’s bringing his trio to our First Fridays Jazz Night. I’ll let his bio tell you the rest:

Marcelo Bucater (@marcelobucater) is a drummer/percussionist and educator from São Paulo – Brazil based in Los Angeles since 2013.

Currently, part of the Drum Faculty at Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) and the California College of Music (CCM) teaching private and group lessons.

Marcelo has worked as a session and touring musician for several years, recording and performing live with different artists. His versatility as a drummer and percussionist lead to performances accompanying artists of different genres all over the world.

He has produced, recorded and performed with independent artists and renowned musicians such as Carrie Underwood for the 51st ACM Award, Adam Levy (Norah Jones), Darek Oles (Pat Metheny), Scott Henderson (Chick Corea), Philip Bynoe (Steve Vai), John Avila (Oingo Boingo), Gemini (Justin Bieber), Natalia Spadini, Andrew Murdock (Linking Park), Tinto Tango, Koobang Ensemble, Duques, and Phat Cat Swinger just to name a few. And performed in venues like Disney California Adventure, Rose Bowl, Levi’s Stadium, MGM Arena in Las Vegas, Microsoft Theater, Hollywood Pantages Theater, Pershing Square LA, El Rey Theater, NAMM Show, Queen Mary, and many others.

Marcelo is a member of the Recording Academy and a voting member of the Latin Grammys. Some of his music projects include the Press Award 2020 Finalist group Little Brazil Trio – which made it to the 20th Annual Latin Grammy Awards ballot in five categories and was a finalist at the 24th Annual USA Songwriting Competition with the original song “Vem”.

His passion for music and his craft is shown in his great feel and rock-solid support for the music and his warmhearted personality.

Join us Friday, March 3 at 8pm.
Lyd & Mo Photography
27 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA.

Hosted by Jason Luckett
Doors: 7:30
Showtime: 8pm
Suggested donation: $20 at the door or online at PayPal.me/jasonluckett (100% goes to the musicians).
In Playhouse Village in the heart of Pasadena

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First Fridays w/Jason Luckett & Friends: Friday, 4/07/23 @ Lyd & Mo Photography, Pasadena

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Marcelo Bucater‘s trio & Stefanie Naifeh w/Paul Lacques and Richie Lawrence (a mini Underthings reunion!) will join me for First Fridays Jazz Night w/ Jason Luckett & Friends, at Lyd & Mo Photography Studio & Gallery (@lydandmo) on Friday, April 7 at 8pm. 27 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA.

Marcelo’s trio features Morgan Jones on keys, Ryan Roberts on bass.

Join us!

Hosted by Jason Luckett
Doors: 7:30
Showtime: 8pm
Suggested donation: $20 at the door or online at PayPal.me/jasonluckett (100% goes to the musicians).
In Playhouse Village in the heart of Pasadena

DETAILS:

  • Artist: JASON LUCKETT
  • First Fridays Jazz with Jason Luckett and Friends Residency
  • Date: Friday, 04/07/23
  • Time: 7:30pm
  • Venue: Lyd & Mo Photography
  • City: Pasadena , CA
  • Address: 27 N Mentor Ave
  • Country: United States
  • Admission: $20 donation
  • Age restrictions: All Ages
  • Notes: We’re back! First Fridays Jazz Night w/ Jason Luckett & Friends. Marcelo Bucater’s trio (@marcelobucater) & Stefanie Naifeh w/Paul Lacques will join me at Lyd & Mo Photography Studio & Gallery (@lydandmo) on Friday, March 3 at 8pm. 27 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA. Join us! Hosted by Jason Luckett Doors: 7:30 Showtime: 8pm Suggested donation: $20 at the door or online at PayPal.me/jasonluckett (100% goes to the musicians). In Playhouse Village in the heart of Pasadena
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Joining Nina Simone Tribute at Library Girl, Sunday, 4/09/23, Santa Monica

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Library Girl + Shonda Buchanan Present: Feeling Good – A Tribute to Nina Simone in Words + Music. Featuring readings by: Lynne Thompson, Peter J. Harris, Pam Ward, Steve Hochman, F Douglas Brown and Shonda Buchanan. Featuring music by: Willie Aron, Jason Luckett and Lisa Sanders & Brown Sugar “Karen Hayes.” Sunday Night, April 9th at 7 PM. Ruskin Group Theatre. 3000 Airport Ave, Santa Monica 90405. Across from Barker Hangar at Santa Monica Airport. $20 includes Free Parking + Dessert. Tickets available NOW at ruskingrouptheatre.com. Click on See A Show, look for Library Girl icon. Library Girl is now in its 14th year. Created + Produced every 2nd Sunday night of the month by Susan Hayden. Managing Director: Mike Myers. Production Support: Nicole Millar + Paul Denk. All Box Office Proceeds Donated to Ruskin Group Theatre. 

DETAILS:

  • Artist: JASON LUCKETT
  • Short Appearances
  • Date: Sunday, 04/09/23
  • Time: 7:00pm
  • Venue: Ruskin Group Theatre Co.
  • City: Santa Monica
  • Address: 3000 Airport Avenue
  • Venue phone: (310) 397-3244
  • Country: United States
  • Admission: $20
  • Age restrictions: All Ages
  • Notes: Library Girl + Shonda Buchanan Present: Feeling Good – A Tribute to Nina Simone in Words + Music. Featuring readings by: Lynne Thompson, Peter J. Harris, Pam Ward, Steve Hochman, F Douglas Brown and Shonda Buchanan. Featuring music by: Willie Aron, Jason Luckett and Lisa Sanders & Brown Sugar “Karen Hayes.” Sunday Night, April 9th at 7 PM. Ruskin Group Theatre. 3000 Airport Ave, Santa Monica 90405. Across from Barker Hangar at Santa Monica Airport. $20 includes Free Parking + Dessert. Tickets available NOW at ruskingrouptheatre.com. Click on See A Show, look for Library Girl icon. Library Girl is now in its 14th year. Created + Produced every 2nd Sunday night of the month by Susan Hayden. Managing Director: Mike Myers. Production Support: Nicole Millar + Paul Denk. All Box Office Proceeds Donated to Ruskin Group Theatre.
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