Feels So Good: The Chuck Mangione Experience
2026-03-20 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Grape, 2733 E Main St, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
$20 Advanced/$25 Door
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The ultimate retrospective celebration of a jazz icon whose melodies warmed the hearts of millions across the globe. This show is not just a concert; it’s a vibrant journey through the career of a musical legend whose work bridged the gap between sophisticated jazz and mainstream pop with unparalleled joy and skill. Chuck Mangione’s unforgettable lyrical flugelhorn sound, created a warm, optimistic sound that became instantly recognizable. His innovative approach helped pioneer the smooth jazz genre, but his work spanned everything from hard bop to pop and film scores.
Tom Marino – Flugelhorn
Grant Geissman – Guitar
Will Vargas – Woodwinds
Dave Tull – Drums
Eric Sittner – Bass
Quinn Johnson – Keyboards

Guy Martin Band
2026-03-21 14:00 - 17:00
$10 cover at door
Guy Martin is a blues-rock guitar player, singer, and songwriter from Ventura, CA.
“What’s an evening like with the Guy Martin Band? Great blues, jaw dropping guitar playing, and one hell of a good time!” – VC Reporter

Canned Heat
2026-03-21 20:00 - 23:00
March 21st @ 8:00pm-11:00pm
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Advanced tickets $40
$45 at the door
Canned Heat rose to fame because their knowledge and love of blues music was both wide and deep. Emerging in 1966, Canned Heat was founded by blues historians and record collectors Alan “Blind Owl” Wilson and Bob “The Bear” Hite. Hite took the name “Canned Heat” from a 1928 recording by Tommy Johnson. They were joined by Henry “The Sunflower” Vestine, another ardent record collector who was a former member of Frank Zappa’s Mothers of Invention. Rounding out the band in 1967 were Larry “The Mole” Taylor on bass, an experienced session musician who had played with Jerry Lee Lewis and The Monkees and Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra on drums who had played in two of the biggest Latin American bands, Los Sinners and Los Hooligans.
The band attained three worldwide hits, “On The Road Again” in 1968, “Let’s Work Together” in 1970 and “Going Up The Country” in 1969 became rock anthems throughout the world with the latter being adopted as the unofficial theme song for the film Woodstock and the “Woodstock Generation.”
They secured their niche in the pages of rock ‘n roll history with their performances at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival (along with Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and The Who) and the headlining slot at the original Woodstock Festival in 1969. The band can boast of collaborations with John Mayall and Little Richard and later with blues icon, John Lee Hooker, the musician that they initially got much of their musical inspiration from in the first place. This union produced the spirited and revered album, “Hooker ‘n Heat.” The band is also credited with bringing a number of other forgotten bluesmen to the forefront of modern blues including Sunnyland Slim, who they found driving a taxi in Chicago, Skip James, who they found in a hospital in Tunica, Mississippi and took to the Newport Festival, Memphis Slim and Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown with whom they recorded in France and, also, Albert Collins.
Now, more than fifty years later and with forty albums to their credit, Canned Heat is still going strong. They have been anchored throughout the past fifty-three years by the steady hand of drummer/band leader and historian, Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra. Continuing on into his twelfth year, New Orleans’ legend, Dale Spalding is on harmonica, guitar and lead vocals and for the past two years, inventive bassist, Rick Reed became part of the lineup after stints with Paul Butterfield, John Mayall and the Chicago Blues Reunion. The newest addition on lead guitar and vocals is the incredible Jimmy Vivino. Jimmy is best known for his 28 year association as guitarist, arranger and music director for Late Night with Conan O’Brien. Before that, he had a 20 year career playing with artists including Al Kooper, Charlie Musselwhite, Michael McDonald and many others.

Celebration of Life: Tom McMorran
2026-03-22 13:00 - 16:00
Please join us to remember our friend Tom McMorran, who left us in February. We’ll be sharing music and memories to honor Tom’s significant legacy at The Grape and beyond.

Happy Hour w/ Monte Montgomery & Friends
2026-03-24 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-31 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-07 17:00 - 19:00
no cover
bar side
Happy Hour with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Monte Montgomery and special guests

The Grape Gratitude Jazz Jam
2026-03-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-31 19:00 - 22:00
$10 cover at the door
Ventura County’s hottest jazz night! Hosted By Tyler Hammond (drums) with the hottest rotating house band around, often featuring Karl Hunter (saxophone), Guil Juliao (bass), and friends.
You are guaranteed to find SOMETHING during this night that will butter your biscuit. It’s the best variety night this side of the Conejo Grade.
21+
Doors and signup at 6:30 pm
Jazz Jam Guidelines:
1. The focus of this jam is to play Jazz music. It is NOT live band Karaoke.
2. Be prepared/ Know the tune/Know what key you’d like to play the tune in.
3. Bring charts for the band if you’re going out of standard Jazz repertoire.
4. After the melody is finished, allow room for everyone to solo.
5. Please don’t come onto the stage unless you are called up.
6. Be kind and supportive to other performers.
7. After 9pm, there’s no guarantee you’ll get a turn.
8. Whatever Tyler says, goes.

Happy Hour with Kent Rollins & Friends
2026-03-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-01 17:00 - 19:00
Happy Hour with Pianist, Kent Rollins and friends
bar side, no cover

Richard T Bear & Friends w/ Laurence Juber opening
2026-03-25 19:00 - 22:00
$20 Advanced/$25 Door
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Join funky keyboardist & songwriter Richard T Bear and his stellar band featuring Laurence Juber (Paul McCartney & Wings) – guitars, Ricky Cortes (John Mayall, Buddy Guy) – bass, Tony Braunagel (Robert Cray, Taj Mahal, Rickie Lee Jones) – drums for a great night of blues, soul, and good ole rock ‘n roll. Come enjoy songs from his latest album, “The Way of the World,” and some new originals, plus a few tasty covers done up only the way T Bear does ‘em!
Richard T Bear – keys, lead vocals, songs
Laurence Juber (Paul McCartney & Wings) – guitars, vocals
Ricky Cortes (John Mayall, Buddy Guy) – bass, vocals
Tony Braunagel (Robert Cray, Taj Mahal, Rickie Lee Jones) – drums
+ special guests

Happy Hour with Collins & Rollins Quartet
2026-03-26 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-02 17:00 - 19:00
barside
No cover
Kent Rollins – piano
Tom Collins – guitar

Guil Juliao & Friends
2026-03-26 19:00 - 22:00
$10 cover at door
Bassist and Grape Jazz Jam regular Guil Juliao performing the favorite songs of legendary pianist Tom McMorran, who sadly left us last month. Join us for a musical celebration of our brother and friend.
Guil Juliao – Bass
Matt Perko – Drums
Karl Hunter – Sax
Kevin Fukagawa- Piano

Happy Hour with The Fred Kaplan Trio
2026-03-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-03 17:00 - 19:00
West Coast Swing and Boogie Woogie Blues with Fred Kaplan and friends
Every Friday in the bar side Happy Hour 5-7pm.
no cover

Mestizo Beat
2026-03-27 20:00 - 23:00
8:00pm
$20 Advanced Tickets/$25 Door
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The West Coast Latin Funk Ensemble, Mestizo Beat, coming out of Los Angeles,
CA is an instrumental group that blends the sounds of 60’s-70’s Funk & Soul,
Latin Jazz, Afrobeat, Psychedelic Rock and Hip-Hop. The band’s music carries a
certain sense of nostalgia, using their creativity to fuse the old with the new,
constantly paying homage to the greats who came before.
Mestizo Beat was formed in late 2016 in Topanga, CA by The Magaña Brothers,
Aquiles (Guitar) and Agustin (Drums). After years of developing the sound through
gigging and recording with different players in the Los Angeles area the group
truly found their sound by adding key players Jose Castro (Bass) Pedro Flores
(Percussion) and Jesse Audelo (Saxophone/Flute).
Over the years the band has grown with members rounding out to an eight-piece
band and has now become a national touring act while producing a music
catalogue with the help of several independent labels such as Colemine Records,
All Town Sound and F-Spot Records.
The Mestizo Beat live experience displays an ecstatic delivery of rhythm and
harmony at every live performance. With a mighty brass section that reminds us of
Kool & the Gang or Fred Wesley’s J.B.’s to blazing guitar solos reminiscent of
Hendrix and Santana, filled out with soulful melodic organ solos and ground
shaking bass lines, all which ride on the foundation of flavorful Latin rhythms and
rock-solid drum grooves. Their passion for this music is a force that cannot be
denied, igniting the dance floor into an electric frenzy, leaving your soul with the
vibration of love. It is their legacy to share their appreciation for this music with
the world, to spread the message of unity and equality while embracing the beauty
of diversity and cultural differences by living, loving and dancing with one another
in peace and harmony.

The Ray Jaurique Band
2026-03-28 14:00 - 17:00
$10 cover at the door
Ray Jaurique, also known as “RayJay,” is Ventura, California’s own Live Wire Bluesman. The California native has been known around the area for his soulful singing and powerful guitar work. Since the release of his band’s 2014 CD, many are saying he may be one of the best singer/songwriters locally or anywhere else. While the band still covers some favorites, the focus is now on his ever growing catalogue of original songs. you’ll hear this heartfelt material that many are saying is long overdue.

Happy Hour with Robert Van
2026-03-28 17:00 - 19:00
Barside
No cover
Happy hour performance with keyboardist, pianist, and composer Robert Van.

Barrelhouse Wailers
2026-03-28 20:00 - 23:00
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$20 Advanced/ $25 at the door (subject to availability)

The Barrelhouse Wailers are an 8-piece powerhouse collective from Ventura, California that seamlessly blend traditional style hot jazz and vintage blues with original compositions to create a sound that’s as timeless as it is electrifying. With their roots deeply embedded in the rich soil of American musical traditions, this dynamic ensemble has been captivating audiences since 2013 with their high-energy performances and masterful musicianship.
Driven by their passion for authenticity and innovation, The Barrelhouse Wailers deliver a sonic experience that pays homage to the classics while pushing the boundaries of contemporary music. Their infectious energy and tight-knit chemistry on stage promise an evening of entertainment that will have you on your feet and moving to the rhythm.
They have released 2 albums featuring original music and standards, “Day In, Day Out” 2019 and “Never Look Back” 2023
Both albums are available for digital download on Bandcamp and on all major streaming platforms.

Karen Parkhouse – Vocals/Percussion
Todd Temanson – Banjo
Ken Wild – Bass
Jim Wade – Tuba
John C. Webb – Clarinet/Saxophones/Flute/Vocals“Skabone” Stan Middleton- trombone
Bob Peyton- drums
Max O’Leary – trumpet

For more information, music, videos, and upcoming shows, please visit http://www.thebarrelhousewailers.com/.
Follow us on : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBarrelHouseWailers Instagram: @barrelhousewailers YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarrelhouseWailers

Richiman and Groove Nice
2026-04-01 19:00 - 22:00
$10 pre-sale/$15 door
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Richiman and Groove Nice are an American style blues band from Seoul South Korea.
Formed in 2018 as the “Richiman Trio” they first entered the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in 2019 as a representative of the Korea Blues Society. While performing in Memphis, Richiman saw and felt real American Blues and knew this was his calling.
Richiman and Groove Nice released an EP called “Memphis Special; one take live” which is a recording of their set in the IBC finals. They recently released a full length album, “Pack My Suitcase” recorded at the famed Royal Recording Studio in Memphis where Al Green recorded his most famous works. In June 2024 they released a new live album, “Cruisin’ Through Connecticut Live!” recorded on their 2023 American Tour.
Richiman and Groove Nice have toured the US on four seperate occasions playing sold out shows in LA, Las Vegas, and New England. In 2023 the were a headline act at the Black Eyed Sally’s Blues Fest in Hartford, CT.
One only needs to witness Richiman and Groove Nice once for them to become your favorite blues band. Engaging, dynamic, masterful and fun, Richiman and Groove Nice will leave every audience member changed and better for the experience.

Electric Blues Trio
2026-04-02 19:00 - 22:00
$10 cover
Join us for a night of blues with RJ Mischo, Debbie Davies & Bill Flores.

Freddie Ravel Quartet
2026-04-03 20:00 - 23:00
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Advanced Tickets $25 GA/$35 Front Row Seating
$30/$40 at the door (subject to availability)

Freddie Ravel, known worldwide as the Keynote Maestro, is a pianist, composer, and chart-topping recording artist whose blend of classical, jazz, rock, and Latin-infused soul bridges generations and cultures. With over 1,500 performances in 84 countries and 9.5 million streams worldwide, and as a GRAMMY-winning project creator with #1 hits like “Sunny Side Up” and “Blissin’,” he invites audiences into an immersive musical journey full of groove, melody, and transformation.

Freddie Ravel- keys/vocals
Michael O’Neill – Guitar
Larry Antonino – Bass
Lucio Vieira – Drums/Perc

The Beau Red 100's
2026-04-04 14:00 - 17:00
$10 cover at door
Beau Red brings his vibrant mix of blues and New Orleans jazz with a Texas twang.

Happy Hour with The Robert Van Trio
2026-04-04 17:00 - 19:00
happy hour barside with pianist, Robert Van
Bob Wider- bass
Dave Hunt- drums
No cover

Two Trees Jazz Project: Easter Special
2026-04-04 20:00 - 23:00
$10 cover at door
Join crowd favorites Two Tree Jazz Project for a special set of tunes for Easter.
Franklin Murphy – piano
Mercedes Carter – tenor saxophone
Nathan Hunnicut – trumpet
Hank Van Sickle – bass
Evan Parker – drums
Allison Gutow – vocals
