Paul Vincent Perez and Cindi Jackson ( niece of Arizona Saxophonist Lou Garno ) created WestSide Blues & Jazz through necessity (Ok, also maybe because they just wanted to).
The West Valley was way over due for a Blues & Jazz Night Club that offers Live Blues & Jazz every Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday featuring the best Bands in the State.
Westside Blues would be honored to provide our services for your next event. Each event is bespoke to your tastes and needs, to provide the best experience possible for you and your guests.
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Big Pete Pearson.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica on October 4, 1936, Big Pete Pearson landed in Phoenix, Arizona in the 1950’s by way of Austin, Texas. Over the years Big Pete has worked with legends such as Ray Charles, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Tina and Ike Turner, Big Joe Turner, Etta James, Aaron Neville and the Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, Gate Mouth Brown, Johnny Ace, T.D. Bell, Big Mama Thornton, T-Bone Walker, Screamin’ J. Hawkins, Pinetop Perkins, Joey DeFrancesco, Buddy Guy, Janiva Magness, Erbbie Bowser, Blues Boy Hubbard, Candye Kane and an endless array of others.
Band members - Scotty Spenner- Lead Guitar, Jim Robertson- Rhythm Guitar, Curt Arndt- Bass, Claire Griese- Drums.
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 5PM
Doors Close at 12AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Beth Lederman and Steven Powell.
Beth Lederman is well-known for her sophisticated jazz and rhythmic Brazilian and Latin-jazz piano styles, not only in the Phoenix area, but throughout the Western U.S. from Canada to Mexico. She has been playing professionally for more than twenty years, leading several bands and playing with such well-known names as The Diamonds, Bobbie Vinton, and the Drifters, as well as with local artists such as Dave Cook, Pete Pancrazi, Alice Tatum, Dennis Rowland, Renee Patrick, Paul McDermand, and her own groups, Jazz Con Alma and Novo Mundo.
Band members -Beth Lederman, Keys - Steven Powell, Vocals/Percussion - Felix Sainz, Bass - Emerson Laffey, Drums - Diana Lee, Vocals
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 5PM
Doors Close at 12AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about The Str8 Up Band.
Str8Up Band is a high energy dance band dazzling audiences in the Southwest from Phoenix & Tempe, Arizona, to Southern California and Colorado . Str8Up Band has a colorful collage of some of Phoenix's finest musicians. Unlike most bands, this group has not one, but five lead vocalists and each specializes in a different genre of music.
Band members - Rick Vizzerra, Bass, Abraham Ramos, Drums, Jonathan Nilson, guitar, Gary Romero, Keys and Vocals, Mary Hurtado, Vocals, Tanya Tiet, Vocals
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about WE3.
We3 performed their very first concert together on October 1, 2016, at the Nash in downtown Phoenix. An undeniable chemistry was recognized, and the group continued to perform sold out shows at the MIM and Phoenix Theatre along with recording their first full length CD, “We’ll Meet Again”. These ladies are a powerhouse of talents combined, featuring vocalist Renee Grant Patrick (daughter to the late George Grant of the world famous Ink Spots), violinist Suzanne Lansford, and pianist Nicole Pesce.
Band members: Nicole Pesce, Piano - Renee Patrick, Vocals - Suzanne Lansford, Violin - Sheila E, Drums
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about Don Williams Sr. & Company.
Don Williams Sr. is truly one of the most authentic keyboardists of our time. A 21st century George Duke but with his own twist on modern day soul. His music is a diverse mix of many musical influences derived from personal relationships he has had over the years. "I've learned from my mistakes, enough to be able to put that feeling into my music. I would like to think that people will listen and relate to it a lot better."
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Don Williams began his career at the age of nine. While in elementary & middle school Don taught himself to play the keyboards, violin, saxophone, flute, drums, and bass guitar. In 1999 Don Williams Sr. receives a phone call he will never forget. He was asked over the telephone to play a couple of bars of " Easy" by the Commodores. It turns out it was the Grammy Award Winning Group, The COMMODORES!!
So from 1999 -2002 Don goes on Tour again solidifying his name in history forever.
Band members: Don Williams Sr., Vocals/Keys - Kris Howard, Drums - Doug Alan, Lead Guitar - Leah Jay, Female Vocals -James Baldwin, Percussion - Travis Lee, Vocals - Dominic Therrien, Bass
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds.
Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 2PM
Doors Close at 8PM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about Sandra Bassett.
Engaging, Entertaining, Gifted Jazz and R&B singer with powerful and smooth vocals with a great range!" Those are just a few of the things that others say about my vocal capability and musicianship.
In addition to singing, I play the keys, organ and alto saxophone. I love to sing Jazz Standards, R&B, Motown and Gospel music. I have performed Internationally, at many Clubs, Restaurants, Private Events and Casinos around the United States.
Band members: Sandra Bassett, Vocals - Jimmy Boyd, Keys - Tim Robinson, Drums - Felix Sainz, Bass - Jermaine Lockhart, Sax
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Come out and join us on
NEW BAND WEDNESDAYS - Dec 7
For an amazing night of Rock/Pop/Funk/R&B show!
We feature New Bands on select Wednesdays each month. Our chance and your chance to check out some Local Bands before they slip into our regular Schedule.
That Girl Band is well worth checking out. See you there
Doors open at 5pm. Band will be playing music from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
ALL TICKETS ARE ONLY $10 and only available at the door. Tables are available on a First Come Basis. We also have a 2 drink minimum.
Doors Open at 5PM
Doors Close at 12AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Big Pete Pearson.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica on October 4, 1936, Big Pete Pearson landed in Phoenix, Arizona in the 1950’s by way of Austin, Texas. Over the years Big Pete has worked with legends such as Ray Charles, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Tina and Ike Turner, Big Joe Turner, Etta James, Aaron Neville and the Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, Gate Mouth Brown, Johnny Ace, T.D. Bell, Big Mama Thornton, T-Bone Walker, Screamin’ J. Hawkins, Pinetop Perkins, Joey DeFrancesco, Buddy Guy, Janiva Magness, Erbbie Bowser, Blues Boy Hubbard, Candye Kane and an endless array of others.
Band Members - Big Pete Pearson, Vocals - Jim Robertson- Rhythm Guitar, Curt Arndt- Bass, Claire Griese- Drums.
Premium seating held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Honest Soulz Band.
Band Members: Mildred Hayes- Vocalist, Abram Moore- Vocalist, Kaelin Porter- keyboardist, Eric Yates- Drummer, Harry Kevin Phillip- bass, Johnny Coleman- Guitar.
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds.
Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Cold Shott & the Hurricane Horns.
Cold Shott & the Hurricane Horns started in Phoenix, AZ in 1990, as the 3-piece Cold Shott Blues Band under the leadership of founding bass player and manager Ted Kowal. Thirty years later, Cold Shott & the Hurricane Horns are one of Arizona's longest running successful entertainment ensembles having an Arizona shelf life of over 30 years!
Band members: Frank Blanco, Trumpet - Tim Finn, Guitar/Vocals - Rich Brydle, Guitar - Tony Flores, Bass/Vocals - Tim Matteson, Sax/Flute/Vocals - Jake Gabow, Woodwinds - Anita Benavidez, Keys/Vocals - Mike De La Torre, Drums
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 2PM
Doors Close at 8PM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about NOLAZ Band.
NOLAZ Band plays groove and soul music from New Orleans, LA (NOLA) in Arizona (AZ). From The Neville Brothers to Allen Toussaint, traditional brass bands to The Meters, and Lee Dorsey to PJ Morton, there is a particular musical character that stems from New Orleans. NOLAZ Band channels this energy to bring a little NOLA to Arizona.
A seven-piece ensemble, NOLAZ Band is led by Ted Belledin (keys, sax) with vocals, horns, and rhythm. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, NOLAZ Band offers upbeat performances with the option of adding a traditional brass band.
Band members - Ted Belledin: Piano/Saxophone/Background Vocals - Janet Daniel: Drums - Steve Himmelstein: Guitar/Background Vocals - Anthony Reed: Trombone - Simone Sanchez: Lead Vocals -Leon Santiago: Lead Vocals/Percussion - Sam Smith: Bass - Kevin Tangent: Trumpet/Percussion
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 5PM
Doors Close at 12AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Moe Flavour Band.
Flavour was created by pairing the talents of keyboard engineer and composer Lawrence Ross, with the big sound and delightful tones of saxophonist Bryne Donaldson. Formed in 2010 in Phoenix, AZ, the idea was a small footprint band with a big sound. Over the years, Flavour has continued to advance the sounds of "groove jazz" with both live shows and livestream shows.
Band members - Lawrence Ross, Keys/Vocals Byrne Donaldson
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Barrio Latino Band.
The legendary band, Barrio Latino has been around since 1990. This Latin crossover band has taken on many musical shapes and forms. Aside from performing throughout the U.S. the group has performed in parts of Europe and South East Asia. The band has also found success in having its original songs placed in major motion pictures and T.V. The band is led by music producer/composer Andy Gonzales (vocals, bass and guitar).
Westside Blues & Jazz welcomes MC1 Nashville recording artist REVELE, releasing her new single titled: “Hero”, this song was also submitted for the Dove awardsRevele is the winner of 2 Josie Awards, “Holliday song of the year” in 2020 and “Songwriter Achievement Award” in 2021She was also nominated for “Female Vocalist” of the year and “Multi Genre” artist of the year as well as performing live on the “Country Network”Revele is an independent songwriter for Phoenix based publishing company, Fervor Records.
Band members - Revele, Vocals - Freddie Duran, Vocals/Sax/Guitar - Ernie Nunez, Vocals/Guitar - Andy Gonzales Jr, Vocals/Congas/Percussion - Xavier Acosta, Vocals/Drums - Andy Gonzales, Vocals/Bass
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about Carmela y Mas.
Carmela Ramirez is one of the most influential Producers in the greater Phoenix area. She is an award winning performing artist who has used Arts, Culture and Community as her base for creative entertainment, community engagement and building bridges of understanding.
This eight-piece Latin Jazz - Salsa band has graced many stages locally and internationally. A kaleidoscope of Afro-Cuban rhythms delivered in electrifying musical performances.
Band members: Carmela Ramirez, Lead Vocals - Rebecca Kennell, Trumpet/Musical Director - Esteban Camacho, Tenor Sax/Vocals - Mark Witt, Trombone - Claudia Bloom, Piano - Xavier Yanez, Bass - Danny Brito, Drums/Timbales - Luisa Cintron, Bongos/Vocals - Danny Martinez, Congas
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 2PM
Doors Close at 8PM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Something Funky Band.
Something Funky is an 8-piece funk band founded in 2015 by band leader Greg Foster. The band is based out of Phoenix,AZ and was created with the idea of making original music that reflects a mix of funk, Latin/Southwestern, and African beats. The band is part of Desert Funk Entertainment.Band members - Danny Moore, Guitar/Vocals - John Bonham, Trumpet - Alvin Wright, Keys/Vocals - Steve Scott, Sax - Omar Ortega, Trumpet/Keys/Guitar/Vocals - Gregory Foster, Trombone/Percussion/Vocals - Dwayne Jeffries, Bass/Vocals - Jeffrey Britt, Drums
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 5PM
Doors Close at 12AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about The Soul Power Band.
The Soul Power Band brings you vintage soul, funk, and R&B. Come party with one of the hottest acts in the metro-Phoenix area
Band members - Kenny Williams, Lead/Background Vocals - Robert James, Percussionists - Dwight Downing, Guitar/Lead and Background Vocals - Corey Jaushlin, Synth/Piano/Organ - Daryl Dryer, Bass/Background Vocals
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Big Pete Pearson.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica on October 4, 1936, Big Pete Pearson landed in Phoenix, Arizona in the 1950’s by way of Austin, Texas. Over the years Big Pete has worked with legends such as Ray Charles, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Tina and Ike Turner, Big Joe Turner, Etta James, Aaron Neville and the Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, Gate Mouth Brown, Johnny Ace, T.D. Bell, Big Mama Thornton, T-Bone Walker, Screamin’ J. Hawkins, Pinetop Perkins, Joey DeFrancesco, Buddy Guy, Janiva Magness, Erbbie Bowser, Blues Boy Hubbard, Candye Kane and an endless array of others.
Band members - Scotty Spenner- Lead Guitar, Jim Robertson- Rhythm Guitar, Curt Arndt- Bass, Claire Griese- Drums.
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 5PM
Doors Close at 12AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $15
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about Beth Lederman and Steven Powell.
Walter A Richardson II was born at the Eglin air force base in Florida. The oldest of eight kids. “I knew he knew where he was going in life when he was born simply beause he was born with his eyes open, staring me”. Stated his mother. With his father’s influence, a performer in the Tuskegee Airman Operation Happiness that performed with Bob Hope in the USO shows, Walt bought himself a guitar from Spiegel’s catalog from money earned by selling seeds when he was eight and soon put together a mock band with his sisters as go-go dancers. “Down In The Valley” was the first song Walt learned to play.
Band members -Beth Lederman, Keys - Walter Richardson, Vocals/Guitar - Emerson Laffey, Drums
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol) Buy Tickets
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about WE3.
We3 performed their very first concert together on October 1, 2016, at the Nash in downtown Phoenix. An undeniable chemistry was recognized, and the group continued to perform sold out shows at the MIM and Phoenix Theatre along with recording their first full length CD, “We’ll Meet Again”. These ladies are a powerhouse of talents combined, featuring vocalist Renee Grant Patrick (daughter to the late George Grant of the world famous Ink Spots), violinist Suzanne Lansford, and pianist Nicole Pesce.
Band members: Nicole Pesce, Piano - Renee Patrick, Vocals - Suzanne Lansford, Violin - Sheila E, Drums
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 7PM
Doors Close at 2AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $65 PP through Aug 31.
Sept 1, 2022 tickets on sale at $75 PP
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about Don Williams Sr & Company.
Don Williams Sr. is truly one of the most authentic keyboardists of our time. A 21st century George Duke but with his own twist on modern day soul. His music is a diverse mix of many musical influences derived from personal relationships he has had over the years. "I've learned from my mistakes, enough to be able to put that feeling into my music. I would like to think that people will listen and relate to it a lot better."Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Don Williams began his career at the age of nine. While in elementary & middle school Don taught himself to play the keyboards, violin, saxophone, flute, drums, and bass guitar. In 1999 Don Williams Sr. receives a phone call he will never forget. He was asked over the telephone to play a couple of bars of " Easy" by the Commodores. It turns out it was the Grammy Award Winning Group, The COMMODORES!!So from 1999 -2002 Don goes on Tour again solidifying his name in history forever
Band members: Don Williams Sr., Vocals/Keys - Kris Howard, Drums - Doug Alan, Lead Guitar - Leah Jay, Female Vocals -James Baldwin, Percussion - Travis Lee, Vocals - Dominic Therrien, Bass
Seating will be assigned based on when reservations made and number in your party!
Please arrive early and no refunds.
Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest (alcohol or non-alcohol drinks)
CELEBRATE NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH DON WILLIAMS SR. & COMPANY
Come celebrate, enjoy a night dancing to music that will move your feet as you bring in 2023!
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $25 until January 1st, then tickets will be $30. Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble.
Curley Taylor’s bluesy, soulful vocals and his band’s hard driving Zydeco beat blend to create high-energy dance music for all audiences. Curley’s music is true to its roots in Louisiana Zydeco, but contemporary enough to appeal to a broad range of music lovers. With seven CDs of original music, Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble play their own style of Zydeco, infused with old school R&B, Blues and Southern Soul.
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music.
Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds.
Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
Cover Charge Priority Seating $25 until January 1st, then tickets will be $30.
Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE or BAND SCHEDULE tab to learn more about Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble.
Curley Taylor’s bluesy, soulful vocals and his band’s hard driving Zydeco beat blend to create high-energy dance music for all audiences. Curley’s music is true to its roots in Louisiana Zydeco, but contemporary enough to appeal to a broad range of music lovers. With seven CDs of original music, Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble play their own style of Zydeco, infused with old school R&B, Blues and Southern Soul.
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds.
Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
Doors Open at 6PM
Doors Close at 1AM
JOIN US FOR MARDI GRAS WITH NOLAZ
Cover Charge Priority Seating $20 Visit the BUY TICKETS/COVER CHARGE tab to learn more about NOLAZ Band.
NOLAZ Band plays groove and soul music from New Orleans, LA (NOLA) in Arizona (AZ). From The Neville Brothers to Allen Toussaint, traditional brass bands to The Meters, and Lee Dorsey to PJ Morton, there is a particular musical character that stems from New Orleans. NOLAZ Band channels this energy to bring a little NOLA to Arizona.
A seven-piece ensemble, NOLAZ Band is led by Ted Belledin (keys, sax) with vocals, horns, and rhythm. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, NOLAZ Band offers upbeat performances with the option of adding a traditional brass band.
Band members - Ted Belledin: Piano/Saxophone/Background Vocals - Janet Daniel: Drums - Steve Himmelstein: Guitar/Background Vocals - Anthony Reed: Trombone - Simone Sanchez: Lead Vocals -Leon Santiago: Lead Vocals/Percussion - Sam Smith: Bass - Kevin Tangent: Trumpet/Percussion
Premium seating reservations only held until start of music. Open seating after the start of music. Please arrive early and no refunds. Please note there is a 2 drink minimum per guest. (alcohol or non alcohol)
