Lou Lou's's Upcoming Shows

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY | NO RESERVATION REQUIRED | SEATING ON A FIRST-ARRIVAL BASIS | NO DINNER SERVICE | 21+ Imagine a regular San Diego music community super session where the musicians (both in the house band and sitting in) include members of Sure Fire Soul Ensemble, The Greyboy Allstars, The Original Wailers, B-Side Players, Jungle Fire, Tiny Universe, Mitchum Yacoub's band, Spacehall Sound Machine, The Neighborhood Kids, Gypsy Sally, Hether, Band of Gringos, The Jazz 88 Allstars, Big Daddy Kane's band, and more. Rising from the ashes of the legendary Adams Gone Funky, Lou Lou's is proud to present: The Funky Resurrection - first Wednesday of every month.

*Doors open at 6pm | 21+ | Seatings available between 6pm & 7pm Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and raised in Fresno, California, Gilbert’s musical career was preordained; the only son to his eponym father, a touring Cumbia band leader, singer and arranger, Gilbert was strongly influenced by his predecessor’s deep appreciation for classical composers and big band jazz ensembles, broadening young Gilbert's horizons from an early age. Gilbert Sr. strongly encouraged Gilbert toward the Jazz genre when at first he showed an interest in trumpet at age 6. By age 11, Gilbert’s intensive training and education provided the context to begin playing professionally, and at age 15 he preformed with mentor and icon Dizzy Gillespie at the Monterrey Jazz Festival. A fierce advocate of formal jazz education, Gilbert held the position of Adjunct Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music from 2001 to 2013. Thereafter, he served as the Artistic Director of the International Academy of Jazz San Diego from 2014-2016, during which time he began conducting high school workshops and developing a more proactive role in mentorship. During his time visiting Title I schools, he recognized a need for increased accessibility to formal education, noting that many truly gifted students were deprived the opportunities to further their education due to monetary constraints. Thusly, in 2016 Castellanos founded the Young Lions Jazz Conservatory based in San Diego, California. Using his influence in a burgeoning Jazz community, one he is credited in large with establishing, Gilbert began successfully soliciting donations for and supporting thousands of dollars of scholarship to finance Conservatory Education Equity for economically disadvantaged students of promise. To date, the Young Lions Jazz Conservatory has graduated hundreds of bright musicians of diverse backgrounds with Gilbert serving as personal mentor and advocate for each, often writing college recommendation letters and offering every one of his students "real world" experience each Wednesday evening at ensemble performances For more information on our supperclubs, please visit https://www.loulousclub.com/dinnerandashow

*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).

*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

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