Events for July 2024
Happy Hour Every Day 4pm - 6pm, Excludes Concert Nights and Holidays
Calendar of Events
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30 Humphreys Gospel Brunch w/ Earl Thomas & Sister Leola Ft. Whitney Shay1:00 pm Gospel $Ticketmaster cover  Humphreys Gospel Brunch w/ Earl Thomas & Sister Leola Ft. Whitney ShayJune 30 @ 1:00 pm ” One of the top 5 shows in San Diego in 2023″ – George Varga, SD Union-Tribune $20 Reserved Seating (DOES NOT INCLUDE FOOD AND BEVERAGE.) $25 VIP Earl Thomas’ gospel rebirth Earl Thomas retired from music in late 2019 — or so he thought. The award-winning San Diego blues soul singer and songwriter had toured the world multiple times, released a slew of albums and seen his songs recorded by Etta James, Ike Turner and other earthy American music luminaries. He seemed content to spend his time working as a dental technician in La Jolla. But an invitation to perform a series of Sunday gospel concerts at Humphreys Backstage Live this year saw the Tennessee native spring back into action. As the leader of Earl Tomas & The Gospel Ambassadors, featuring Sister Leola, his electrifying performances led to an invitation to appear with his band at famed London jazz club Ronnie Scott’s as part of the 2023 London Jazz Festival. A rousing new album, “Church Songs,” was released this fall, and Thomas’ Nov. 12 London performance was recorded for an upcoming live release. He and his band now have an international booking agent and have already been booked for concerts in Scandinavia next summer. “I felt like I was phony doing the blues,” Thomas said in a September interview with the Union-Tribune. “Now that I’m doing gospel, I feel completely legit. This is where I live.” Visit Humphreys Restaurant to view Brunch Menu
Elan Trotman6:00 pm $ticketmaster cover Elan TrotmanJune 30 @ 6:00 pm Saxophonist Elan Trotman, has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Trotman’s playing, though inspired by Grover Washington, Jr., Kir
www.elantrotman.com | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 Happy 4th of July – No live musicHappy 4th of July – No live musicJuly 4 | 5 The Fab Lushes5:00 pm Roots Rock $5 cover The Fab LushesJuly 5 @ 5:00 pm .Swingin’ Cocktail Rock….The good times will roll…The Fab Lushes are on to something good with a tight, upbeat, roots-rock sound.Internationally road tested (7 Europe Tours) and proven, their songs end up on TV, Radio and in Movies. Members of the band have played with: BB King, Taj Mahal, Ray Charles, George Thorogood, Keb Mo, John Hammond Jr., Robert Cray and performed on The Late Show with David Letterman.They brilliantly pay homage to an eclectic mix of styles, but always stay true to American blues roots.The rockin’ grooves build solidly, and so does the party.Fleetwood Max8:00 pm Classic Rock $15 cover Fleetwood MaxJuly 5 @ 8:00 pm San Diego’s Premier Fleetwood Mac Cover Band | 6 |
7 | 8 The Prado Brothers & Whitney Shay6:00 pm Blues $ticketmaster cover The Prado Brothers & Whitney ShayJuly 8 @ 6:00 pm Ticket LinkWHITNEY SHAYWith sparkly dresses, fiery tresses, and a talent rivaled only by her unstoppable hustle, Whitney Shay is one #busylittlesinger. The four-time San Diego Music Award winner (including 2019 Artist of the Year) and 2019 Blues Music Award nominee is scorching stages at home and internationally throughout Europe and South America. Shay’s latest release on Ruf Records Stand Up! debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues charts and also reached #1 on the Roots Music Report. Shay has received high praise from music critics calling the singer “a future blues icon” (Blues Matters!), “one of the next best things in soul music” (Blues and Rhythm Magazine), and “the epitome of a rising star” (Elmore Magazine). | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
14 | 15 Bill Magee6:00 pm $5 cover Bill MageeJuly 15 @ 6:00 pm Jimi Hendrix was playing as Jimmy James when Willie (Bill) Magee met, befriended and eventually joined up with Hendrix to form the band “Jimmy James and the Flames.” In 1967, Hendrix went to England, and Magee took his newly formed band, the “Kansas City Playboys” on a tour around Europe.The rest is history…now after a brief hiatus Bill Magee has felt the pull of the blues once again and come out of retirement. Catch a performance of his and see the best of Southern Blues music. The legendary, one and only Mr. Bill Magee! | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 Shennanigans5:00 pm Classic Rock $5 cover ShennanigansJuly 19 @ 5:00 pm https://jmpmfm.wixsite.com/the-shenanigans-sd Tom Meksto – rhythm guitar Mark Bentley – keyboards/harmonica/vocals Paul Kater – trombone/percussion/vocals Joe (Sweet Lips Mysterioso) Dyke – trumpet Chris Klich – saxophone/flute/clarinet Jack Pinney – drummer extraordinaire John Gunderson – lead vocals/bass Mark DeCerbo – lead guitar/vocals Jim (JM in the PM) McInnes – guitar/vocals/announcer | 20 Detroit Underground8:00 pm Dance $15 cover Detroit UndergroundJuly 20 @ 8:00 pm The Detroit Underground was established in 1994, and still has several of its original members. Over the years the band has earned the reputation for being a hard working, high energy, show band. The group features a very solid and funky rhythm section. These four seasoned players provide a solid foundation for the band’s “smokin” horns. Topping it off are California’s best male and female lead vocalists. These two high-powered singers will light up the stage, and leave you singing their songs long after you leave the show. This powerful combination of dedicated musicians gives the band the ability to crank out tunes from artists such as EARTH, WIND, and FIRE, CHAKA KAHN,and STEVIE WONDER. We also play great motown hits and heart-felt ballads. The Detroit Underground is not just another nightclub act, but a complete musical experience http://www.thedetroitunderground.com
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21 Jarred Armstrong & Castella6:00 pm $12 cover | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 Rosalea’s Birthday Bash w/ Smoke & Mirrors & Black Market III6:00 pm Americana $www.ticketmaster.com cover Rosalea’s Birthday Bash w/ Smoke & Mirrors & Black Market IIIJuly 25 @ 6:00 pm
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28 Erisa Nicole6:00 pm Smooth Jazz $www.ticketmaster.com cover Erisa NicoleJuly 28 @ 6:00 pm Erisa Nicole is an up-and-coming smooth jazz saxophonist who has been captivating audiences with her soulful sounds since she first picked up the instrument.Born and raised in San Diego, CA Erisa has always had a passion for music, and was exposed to a wide range of genres growing up. This variety of influences has helped shape her unique sound and style. Erisa Nicole got a late start playing the saxophone, however, she quickly proved to be a natural talent. She has since developed a signature sound that blends elements of jazz, soul, funk, and R&B. Erisa has been performing live for the past six years, playing at many of the top jazz clubs/venues in San Diego and beyond. During this time, she has also released a couple of singles, all of which have been met with critical acclaim. Erisa Nicole’s most recent single is entitled “Fresh” produced by Adam Hawley and co-written by her and her husband and it is definitely is giving fresh vibes! Even though Erisa Nicole is new to the Smooth Jazz scene, she continues to wow audiences nationwide. Audiences of all ages and backgrounds have been charmed by her riveting performances. Her background in gospel music has also contributed to the fact that she is loved by her fans, who seem to always want more out of her when she performs live. | 29 | 30 | 31 | 1 | 2 Viva Santana8:00 pm Rock $15 cover Viva SantanaAugust 2 @ 8:00 pm Viva is the original Santana tribute act originating in 1990 in Southern California. The music of Santana has inspired each player to pour heart and soul into every performance and become a link to the master himself. Carlos Santana and his innovative sounds have finally reached the forefront of rock where they belong. | 3 |