JazzKat Entertainment Presents

JazzKat Entertainment features the most gifted and accomplished jazz artists of our time.

After a series of socially-distanced virtual live jazz shows, we’re back on the scene, live and in-person.

Gee Mack & the Swing Set

Sunday, May 1, 2022, 4-6PM
Harvelles Long Beach

Gee Mack was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, then moved to Los Angeles, CA, to pursue his dream of being a professional musician. He has has toured and recorded with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Mary J Blige, Jay Z, 2Pac, Jamie Foxx, Brandy, LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg, The Temptations, Charlie Wilson, Ronald Isley, Tyrese Gibson, Brenda Russell, Lalah Hathaway, Angie Stone, Anthony Hamilton, Raphael Saadiq, Gerald Levert, Will Downing and many others. Gee Mack has appeared as guitarist, songwriter or producer on well over a dozen Certified Gold and Platinum albums.

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Pricing at the Door:
General Admission: $28
VIP Admission: $35

Jazz in Pink

Sunday, May 22, 2022, 3-5PM
Harvelles Long Beach

Jazz in Pink is the world-renowned, all-female, all Star band based in Los Angeles, CA. Together 14 years, Jazz In Pink has emerged as one of the world’s most prominent and popular all-female, ensembles. They enjoy a growing social media presence on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks. Jazz In Pink delivers a mixed genre which is primarily Jazz with soul, R&B, symphonic, rock and hip hop undertones. The band enjoys a sizable roster of national musicians and artists across the country, including: co-founder and music director, Gail Jhonson on keys and vocals, drummer Danielle “Dee Simone” Thompson, Zuri Appleby on bass, Josie Aiello on lead and background vocals, percussionist and vocalist Yakira, shining star trumpeter Tatiana Tate (affectionately Bettie Hubbard), Blended By God vocalists: Aankha and Tamina, and introducing, recording artist Brittany Atterberry on sax and vocals.

Jazz in Pink has been booked on various dates with alumni artists Karen Briggs, Althea Rene, Jazmin Ghent, and Mariea Antoinette. Lookout for upcoming performances flutist Kim Scott, violinist Chelsey Green, Sax and flute by Paula Atherton and newcomers: Keyanna Hutchinson on guitar and bass recording artist Phylicia Rae. For booking information, contact Collin Artists/Barbara Collins @323.556.1046, Kathy V @315.587.5198 or Michael Smith Management @510.593.7090. Feel free to visit our website: www.jazzinpink.com~

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Pricing at the Door:
General Admission: $33
VIP Admission: $38

J. White

Sunday, June 12, 2022, 4-6 PM
Harvelles Long Beach

Saxophonist J. White is an internationally recognized Billboard artist, songwriter and producer who commands your attention with captivating performances and amazing, soulful sounds.

A native of Detroit, J. White is a vibrant, versatile performer whose influences range from Gerald Albright, Cannonball Adderly, and Kirk Whalum to Charlie Parker, Dexter Gordon, and Grover Washington Jr. His own style and presentation borrow from the Pastelle and Rosewood movement, the contemporary urban scene, and youthful expressions from around the globe. J. White’s music is without a doubt soulfully-driven and technically motivated, intertwining the sounds of Smooth Jazz with a hint of Straight-Ahead to deliver a sensual, harmonic, and melodic sound and he is creating his own destiny with his unique, all-around talent.

J. White has already performed alongside many industry greats such as; Warren Hill, Nick Colionne, Peter White, Euge Groove, Eric Darius, Eric Roberson, P.J. Morton, Najee, Smokie Norful and Dave Hollister. J. White took runner up at the Warren Hill Sax Summit, competing with saxophonist from around the world. As a result of his success, he was invited to perform at several major jazz festivals to include; the Arizona Jazz Festival, Las Vegas Jazz Festival, Jazz at the Creek, and the San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival for two consecutive years. J. White’s music and stellar performances began a movement reaching jazz venues and festivals around the country.

White’s first single from his “Fearless” project entitled, “Driven” peaked at #18 on the Billboard Charts and had heavy rotation on Sirius XM Watercolors, as well as many stations all over the country. J. White is back in the studio working on his next project which is scheduled for release in 2022. For more artist information visit jwhitelive.com