Daptain Hook was formed when three jazz musicians began exploring the freedom and limitations of a power trio. After playing in several musical contexts together, Elé Howell, Franklin Rankin, and Nick Panoutsos connected over their love for funk and rock. They combined these styles and infused improvisation, culminating in an adventurous power trio. They will debut original music and feature vocals over their compositions.
FEATURING:
Elé Howell - drums
Franklin Rankin - guitar
Nick P...
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Derek Lassiter: “Secular Spirituals”
Derek Lassiter returns to the Red Poppy to present new songs along with songs from past releases. He will be joined by long-time collaborators Tammy L. Hall and Art Khu for an evening of jazz, soul, and beyond.
FEATURING:
Derek Lassiter - vocals
Tammy L. Hall - piano
Art Khu - bass, guitar
Elé Howell - drums
Maritri Garrett - vocals
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Vocalist and songwriter Derek Lassiter, a native New Yorker, has called the Bay Area home for many years now. A mainstay on...
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