Grapes & Grooves
HieroDay 2017: Oakland ’til Infinity
What began in 2012 as a 20th anniversary celebration of one of the most timeless recordings in Hip Hop by one of the most continuously creative crews in music, HieroDay has grown into a remarkable ear feast of melodic grooves and pulsating beats on three distinct stages. Now in its sixth year HieroDay stands as … Continue reading
Annie Jay at Grapes & Grooves March 18th
Grapes & Grooves, presented by Bop Central and Reflections In Rhythm, returns featuring remarkable vocalist Annie Jay Sunday March 18th at 5409 Bancroft Avenue (at Fairfax) in Oakland. Recently crowned Sacramento’s “Queen of the Mic”, Annie Jay delights audiences with captivating performances of original compositions, Jazz standards, contemporary and classic R&B and much more. She … Continue reading
Reflections with Ursula Rucker
Ursula Rucker has been opening ears with her thought provoking poetry / wordsongs for nearly 20 years. Through her stories, insights, experiences and observations she shares her quest for honesty and truth. Her passionate delivery and wide range of topics has led to collaborations with a vast array of creative sonic architects including King Britt, … Continue reading
Shabaka Henley w/ Muziki Roberson at Grapes & Grooves Oct.16
Bop Central and Reflections In Rhythm present Grapes & Grooves featuring multifaceted, award honored actor Barry Shabaka Henley and Muziki Roberson’s Ensemble Sunday October 16th, 3pm to 6pm at 5409 Bancroft Avenue (at Fairfax) in Oakland. Renowned actor and Jazz fan, Shabaka collaborate with noted pianist Muziki Roberson and his ensemble to celebrate and reflect on … Continue reading
Terrence Brewer at Grapes & Grooves
“I love him. His music is beautiful. Brother Brewer is sayin a whole lot. He has his own sound, his own style. He doesn’t sound like anyone else. When I hear Terrence Brewer, I know its him.” – Legendary Guitarist Calvin Keyes “Brewer has a distinctive guitar sound and his compositions are rooted in classical jazz … Continue reading
Abraham Burton Trio at Eastside Cultural Center
In a very rare and important visit to the Bay Area, saxophonist Abraham Burton along with bassist Eric Revis and drummer Nasheet Waits bring their dynamic trio to the Eastside Cultural Center on Sunday May 22nd. Abraham, a New York City native, is a graduate of the La Guardia High School of Performing Arts. He … Continue reading
Lionel Loueke at Douglas Beach House
Guitarist and vocalist Lionel Loueke’s meteoric rise continues with his performance Sunday May 22nd at the acclaimed Douglas Beach House in Half Moon Bay. Currently celebrating his sophomore release for Blue Note, Mwaliko, which features a series of searching, innovative, intimate duets with Angelique Kidjo, Esperanza Spalding, Richard Bona and Marcus Gilmore, Loueke has been … Continue reading
Reflections with Ise Lyfe
Ise Lyfe has become one of the preeminent spoken word artists of this generation, as well as being a highly regarded emcee, Hip Hop theater writer and performer, and social activist. Through his recordings SPREAD THE WORD and THE PRINCE COMETH, and his stage productions IS EVERYBODY STUPID(?), and WHO’S KRAZY, Ise uses the power … Continue reading
Reflections with Regina Carter
Since first gaining national attention as a member of the multifaceted Jazz group STRAIGHT AHEAD violinist Regina Carter has become recognized as one of the premier artisans of her instrument. Receiving universal acclaim as a solo artist, Regina’s versatility has been appreciated by not only Jazz fans and musicians but also artists as diverse as … Continue reading
Reflections with Marcus Shelby
Marcus Shelby first gained major public attention with the hard swinging unit BLACKNOTE and their debut recording from the indie label of rhythm master Billy Higgins (World Stage Records) in 1991. After four recordings from Blacknote the bassist/composer began seeking different avenues for his musical expressions. From writing and recording with poet D Knowledge, Savage … Continue reading
Reflections in Rhythm 