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Velvet Whip Speakeasy 319 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Philly's only Speakeasy with multi-genre live music and performances arts all year long. VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Ameyaxoxo Guitarist • Composer Ameyaxoxo is the moniker under which Ameya Deshpande releases his music. Born and raised in Pune, India, Ameya is now an emerging artist in Philadelphia's vibrant music scene. Ameya’s music combines elements from jazz, metal, rock, post-rock, and alternative genres, creating a unique sonic landscape that appeals to a diverse audience beyond traditional guitar enthusiasts. Ameya's music is often described as both complex and emotionally resonant. His distinctive style has garnered him a growing fanbase and critical acclaim within the thriving Philadelphia music community. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

NotSoLatin 1440 W Ritner St. Philadelphia PA 19145 Founded in 2018 by musicians from Chile and Cuba, Notsolatin is a performance venue, recording studio, and cultural center in Philadelphia. Described as the "Tiny Desk Concert House of South Philly", we are home to a community of artists who use our space to develop their work and to share it with a dedicated and intimate listening audience. We hope to provide a platform for cultural exchange that will deepen community ties and understanding in our neighborhood and beyond. NotSoLatin is a place for artists to achieve and share their highest creative potential. VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Greg Farnese Vocalist Greg Farnese is a modern-day throwback vocalist, a crooner, if you will. He reignites the treasured and timeless classics from The Great American Songbook in his live performances and blends them with his unique interpretations of his modern -day favorites. A South Jersey native, Greg began his career in the theatre, acting in over 25 staged productions. He relocated to Hollywood, California, performing in television, films and theatre. Missing his roots, he ultimately moved back to the East Coast, transitioning to behind the camera and started his own production company producing content for television, commercials, web content and documentaries. It was here in New Jersey, that his urge to perform was reignited and his love of jazz and his vocal abilities took root and he began singing professionally at various jazz clubs and festivals. His soulful tone and inspired phrasing, as well as his reputation as a consummate performer, have produced a wide fan base of musicians and music lovers. Greg released his very first EP titled "Set In Motion" which was picked up by the prestigious label "Victor Records" With a mix of contemporary covers (RADIOHEAD, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) to classic standards (COLE PORTER, RODGERS/HART) "Set in Motion" has been admired by a cross section of listeners. "Set in Motion" is available on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon and here on this site. Greg Farnese is proud to have shared the bandstand, with renown jazz artists such as Billy Stritch, John Colianni, Rick Germanson, Tom Lawton, Dave Hartl , Luke Carlos O'Reilly, Dean Schneider, Chris Simonini, Jim Holton, Tom Adams, Larry McKenna, Lee Smith, Mike Boone , Andy Lalasis, Madison Rast, Sonny Troy, Wayne Smith, Jr, Victor North, John David Simon ,Gene Perla, Grant MacAvoy, Leon Jordan, Sr., Duane Eubanks, Byron Landham, Tim Warfield & Behn Gillece. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

The Lodge By Two Robbers 738 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 The Lodge by Two Robbers Spirits Co. is our South Philly outpost, a cocktail bar and restaurant located in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Philadelphia. The space features a warm, wood-paneled interior and a menu of classic and inventive cocktails made with our spirits, vodka sodas, and classic comfort food. Designed for late nights and good company, The Lodge is a place to settle in and stay awhile. Join us for live jazz every Thursday evening from 630pm-930pm. VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

South Jersey Jazz Society PO Box 329 Somers Point, NJ, 08244 The South Jersey Jazz Society's mission is to advance and facilitate the promotion, presentation, education, and appreciation of America’s unique and diversified art form, jazz, in Somers Point and the surrounding communities of southern New Jersey. The South Jersey Jazz Society has been in existence since 2004, and is governed by a board of directors consisting of up to 20 members. The Society is a membership organization that currently has over 350 paid members. Events are open to members and non-members alike, with discounts offered to members on some events. There are also some events that members can attend free. The Society has helped the local school district by providing them with funds to supplement their music and creative arts educational programs. VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Attic Brewing Company 137 Berkley St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 Attic Brewing Co. opened in January 2020 with a mission to invite people to our taproom to share their stories over some really good beers, and to share our prosperity with our team, and our community. We're located in Germantown, a historic neighborhood in Northwest Philly. Germantown is filled with cool architecture, historic sites, a strong music & arts scene, community gardens, a diverse mix of amazing neighbors, and so much history. There hasn't been a brewery here in over 100 years, and we're so proud to bring brewing back to this awesome neighborhood! Our Give Back Beer Series allows us to collaborate with local nonprofits, and to date we've donated over $25,000 to local organizations making huge impacts in our neighborhood! Check out our On Tap page to see the current Give Back Beer on Tap. We brew a variety of beer styles including West Coast IPAs, Hazy IPAs, lagers, pilsners, stouts, porters, Belgian beers, sour beers, barleywines, barrel-fermented beers and barrel aged beers. Plus we always have 14 beers on tap, something for everyone. We've also won two Great American Beer Festival medals, 2020 Silver for our Bloodhound Brown Ale and 2021 Silver for our Unresolved Maibock. But for us it's about more than beer. Our goal is to create a welcoming space for EVERYONE to enjoy. We are proud that the diversity you see in our neighborhood is replicated in our customers and our team. Creating an inclusive space isn't always easy, but we prioritize respecting one another and believe that our differences are what make our spot so amazing. Our employee handbook includes anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies, and use these policies to ensure that our team has a safe and welcoming place to work and customers have a great experience too. We expect our team to treat customers with respect regardless of their age, gender, nationality, abilities or skin color. And we also expect customers to treat our team and others with respect. Be cool, or be gone. In March 2022 we joined breweries across the world to release Brave Noise Hazy Pale Ale to honor those who have spoken out about their gender discrimination, racism, sexual assault, and harassment; and to bring further awareness to the issues that women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ individuals face in craft beer. Hands down the coolest thing about our brewery is the people. We'll see you soon! Cheers! Laura, Todd & The Attic Brew Crew VENUE WEBSITE BACK TO VENUES BACK TO STUDIOS Not a venue member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Mary Cross Singer • Songwriter • Producer • Arranger • Bandleader • CEO • Founder Mary Cross is a seasoned jazz vocalist, songwriter, arranger, producer, and bandleader whose rich contralto voice and emotionally resonant style bring timeless jazz to life. A Camden, New Jersey native, Mary leads the Mary Cross Quartet and Quintet (MCQ)—sophisticated jazz ensembles offering polished interpretations of the American Songbook, classic jazz standards, soulful ballads, and select original works. Mary’s musical foundation began in the church choir at age 12 and evolved through advanced jazz training, including Gerald Veasley’s CORE 10-Week Jazz Artist Program, NY Hot Jazz Camp with Catherine Russell, and Matt Baker’s Jazz Scat Ultimate Vocalist course. Her performances are known for elegance, warmth, and deep audience connection. She has performed at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Celebrity Theatre at the Claridge, NY Gotham Jazz Festival, and premier venues such as Eddie V’s, Lederach Piano Bar, and 9Prime. As a self-producing artist and creative entrepreneur, Mary has presented multiple sold-out concerts and acclaimed tributes honoring legends including Phyllis Hyman, Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, and Sarah Vaughan. Mary is the founder of Mary Cross Music Presents, encompassing MCQ Jazz, 2NspireU: A Phyllis Hyman Tribute, and Muzikworks, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to artist development and cultural advocacy. She is a two-time recipient of the NJPAC North2Shore Community Grant and has received a Commendation from Camden City Council for her impact in the arts and community. Whether performing as a quartet or quintet, Mary Cross and MCQ deliver refined, soulful, and memorable jazz experiences, tailored for festivals, listening rooms, fine dining, and winery settings. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

John Vanore Trumpeter • Composer • Producer Trumpeter, composer, educator, record producer – John Vanore has enjoyed a rich career for more than four decades. After college John joined the legendary Woody Herman band. Upon returning he became a maintstay in the trumpet sections for performers visiting Philadelphia including Tony Bennett, Michel LeGrand, Mel Torme, Louis Bellson, Peggy Lee and many others. In the 80’s John formed a uniquely instrumented big band. With a strong place in his heart for the power and energy that is part of the big band and the passion for improvising, the prospect of melding that concept into a new and innovative ensemble led to the development of a new 12 member large ensemble - Abstract Truth. Uniquely instrumented, including French horns. Being referred to as "the cult big band for big band junkies" by jazz critic Thomas Conrad, the group has forged a personality and following with its many recordings. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Greg Snyder Musician • Composer • Educator Greg began studying classical guitar at the age of eleven. He used his ear to learn rock and blues from his favorite albums and fell in love with jazz guitar at the age of sixteen, while taking lessons from a Berklee graduate. Greg got his undergraduate degree in Jazz Performance at Temple University where he studied under Terell Stafford, Ben Schacter and Tom Giacabetti. Greg has performed in and around Philadelphia for twenty years. He toured with the second national tour of the musical The Color Purple and regularly plays at the Walnut Street Theater. He also performed in the Philly Pop’s ‘SWONDERFUL!’S GERSHWIN! And A PHILLY POPS CHRISTMAS which aired on 6ABC on Christmas morning, 2021. Jazz music is his passion, and he performs with some of Philadelphia’s greatest jazz musicians. Greg has played Philadelphia’s Center City Jazz Festival as a bandleader and has performed at the Clef Club. John Swana, jazz trumpet and EVI extraordinaire, states that "Greg Snyder is a modern jazz guitar virtuoso who plays with style and heart". You can regulary find Greg playing at Time, Heritage, Sassafras and other jazz venues and events in Philadelphia. Check Greg’s website www.gregsnydermusic.com for a list of upcoming performances. Greg has released two albums as a bandleader. The Greg Snyder Trio’s Unordinary People was released in 2018. The album made it to under One hundred and fifty on the Jazz Billboard charts and can be found on all streaming services. The album features Justin Leigh on drums and Jason Fraticelli on bass. Greg also released a duo album with Mark Allen titled We Don’t Take Requests. Greg is a faculty member at La Salle College High School, and he pours his love of music into La Salle’s highly esteemed music program. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Bassist. Straight ahead jazz, South African jazz, Reggae, NOLA jazz and NOLA funk, traditional Jamaican jazz (ska). Recorded and performed with with Byard Lancaster. Music director for three Philadelphia Jazz Projects, Homage to Sun Ra concerts. Bassist with Philadelphia legacy band, Philly Gumbo, Inverse and Obverse, Reggae Thunder, Pio Trio, RK$TDY, the Philadelphia Ska Jazz Quartet, The Satellites, and Homer Jacksons homage to SunRa. Leader of the Afro Jazz Collective and AfroJazz Gumbo. Bert Harris Musician • Composer Double bass, acoustic bass guitar and electric bass guitar. Playing straight ahead jazz, South African jazz, Reggae, NOLA jazz and NOLA funk, traditional Jamaican jazz (ska).. recorded and performed with with Byard Lancaster, music director for three Philadelphia Jazz Projects , Homage to Sun Ra concerts. Long time bassist with Philadelphia legacy band, Philly Gumbo. Two recordings with Philly Gumbo (Holy War and Mardi Gras in New Orleans) and Come and Get It. Latest recording project with Gumbo Nouveau, album "Seasoned", availble on all streaming platforms. Two compoistions in the Philadelphia Real Book, "Sunday Sermon on Mars and Blues for Trayvonn." Bassist with Aaron Pond's ensemble Inverse and Obverse...Bassist with the reggae band, Reggae Thunder. Bassist with the straight ahead jazz trio, The Pio Trio, led by drummer Pio Voluntad. Leader of the Afro Jazz Collective and the AfroJazz Gumbo (New Orleans jazz and South African jazz). Bassist with two ska bands, RK$TDY and the Philadelphia Ska Jazz Quartet (PSJQ). Trio with Steve Strawitz(guitar) and Grant McCoy (drums), original compositions. Bassist with The Satellites, revolving band memebers who came together through the Philadelphia Jazz Project and Homer Jacksons homage to SunRa, playing Spiritual Jazz. Double bassist with LB Entertainment events. BERTBASSIE.COM BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN

Justin Leigh Drummer • Composer • Arranger Justin Leigh is a graduate of Temple University who performs in and around Philadelphia. He was previously the co-leader of the band Ellipsis and is currently co-leading a project called Channel Collective. He also performs regularly with The Greg Snyder Trio, Hennessey Bonfire, and bass legend Bakithi Kumalo. ARTIST WEBSITE BACK TO ARTISTS Not an artist member ? CLICK TO JOIN