Shows - Lou Lou's

ZAK NAJOR & FRIENDS

Fri, Jun 05

*COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY | NO RESERVATION REQUIRED | SEATING ON A FIRST-ARRIVAL BASIS | NO DINNER SERVICE | 21+* Zak Najor is a drummer with Grammy participation and is a founding member of The Greyboy Allstars as well as a tenured drummer for Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe. He is join by San Diego’s finest jazz musicians including Steve Haney (Jungle Fire), Alex Ciavarelli (guitar), Ian Harland (vibes), Antar Martin (bass), Nakul Tiruviluamala (keys) & Derek Cannon (trumpet).

FULL CRATE JAM

Sat, Jun 06

*GENERAL ADMISSION | 21+ | ALL SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED | NO DINNER SERVICE | DOORS @ 7PM* 'A Full Crate Jam' From Yerevan to Amsterdam, now based in LA, Full Crate is an artist whose sound embodies cultural diversity, emotional honesty, and musical craftsmanship. He draws inspiration from his international journey, blending Indie, R&B, and Modern Pop with timeless songwriting.He first captured international attention with “A Storm on a Summer’s Day,” a heartfelt anthem and career-defining track that set the tone for his genre-bending style. Since then, he has collaborated with Syd (The Internet), D Smoke, and Shakka; made remixes for Beyoncé, Jessie J, and Jungle; and most recently has been creating with Lekan, Ogi, Sabri, K Quick (Team J. Cole), DK the Punisher, and Jaden B Gray, just to name a few.In 2023, Full Crate released his debut album, A Kid From Yerevan, a deeply personal exploration of identity, love, and belonging inspired by his immigrant journey, solidifying his mark as both a storyteller and producer with global reach. His remixes of Jungle’s “Back on 74” and Masego & FKJ’s “Tadow” highlight his instinct for reimagining music with warmth and precision. Through his sold-out shows around the globe, Full Crate has built a community that mirrors his music: soulful, honest, and beautifully human. Instagram: @fullcrate

ELECTRICLOUIELAND PRESENTS: SUNDAY SERMON

Sun, Jun 07

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY | NO RESERVATION REQUIRED | SEATING ON A FIRST-ARRIVAL BASIS | NO DINNER SERVICE | 21+

ElectricLouieLand Presents: Sunday Sermons // 1st Sunday of the month jazz night led by Louie V. featuring San Diego and LA’s best players.

JUNE 7th featuring DANNY JANKLOW on Alto Sax

Danny Janklow is a Los Angeles–born, Philadelphia-bred saxophonist, flutist, composer, and bandleader whose music blends deep jazz tradition with melodic warmth, rhythmic vitality, and a spirit of openness. His sound is grounded in soulful swing and lyricism, shaped by a love for classic hard bop and elegant small-group interplay, while remaining responsive to the textures and emotional storytelling of contemporary music.

JULY 5th featuring NICK BIELLO on Alto Sax

Nick has shared the stage with world-class artists, such as Slide Hampton, Cedar Walton, and John Benitez. He has performed at the Pescara and Bussi Jazz Festivals in Italy, as well as the Taipei and Taichung Jazz Festivals in Taiwan, and other festivals across the globe. Nick's saxophone has been heard in notable NYC venues such as Birdland, Blue Note, Dizzy's, Lincoln Center, Cellar Dog, Smalls, Mezzrow, Smoke, Zinc Bar, The Kitano, Joe's Pub at the Public Theater, and Sony HallNick has recorded on hundreds of albums, from his own original projects to his work as a sideman for other artists. His debut album, "Vagabond Soul," released in 2017 on the Truth Revolution Recording Collective, features Phil Markowitz, John Benitez, Clarence Penn, Paul Jones, Andrew Renfroe, and Vincent Lionti. “Between Light and Shadow”, a collection of original compositions for the chordless trio format, was released in May of 2024 on La Reserve Records and features Biello’s working trio of Alex Tremblay on bass and Peter Kronreif on drums. His third album as a leader, “New America”, combines the rhythm team of Tremblay and Kronreif and adds the formidable musicianship of trumpet virtuoso Charlie Porter and the eminent pianist George Colligan.

THE SAM ROSS TRIO

Thu, Jun 11

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY | NO RESERVATION REQUIRED | SEATING ON A FIRST-ARRIVAL BASIS | NO DINNER SERVICE | 21+ The Sam Ross Trio brings together three distinct voices from Southern California’s thriving jazz scene, united by a shared commitment to groove, interaction, and modern expression. Led by pianist and composer Sam Ross, the group blends original music with fresh interpretations of the jazz tradition. Ross, a Long Beach native, has performed with artists such as Marcus Miller and John Daversa, and earned national recognition through the Jazz Education Network’s Young Composer Showcase and a 2023 DownBeat Student Award. On bass, David Reynoso anchors the trio with a deep, swinging feel rooted in both tradition and exploration. Reynoso has collaborated with respected figures including Benn Clatworthy and Ron Stout, developing a reputation for his fluid, Mingus-inspired approach. Drummer Matthew Elton Smith completes the trio with a dynamic and expressive voice on the instrument. A performer, educator, and composer, Smith brings a wide stylistic range shaped by his studies at CalArts and work with leading artists across the jazz spectrum. Together, the Sam Ross Trio delivers an engaging, high-level musical conversation rooted in swing, spontaneity, and creativity

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