AMANDA PORTELA Y LOS BRUJOS ATÓMICOS

Fri, Aug 08

COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY | NO RESERVATION REQUIRED | SEATING ON A FIRST-ARRIVAL BASIS | NO DINNER SERVICE | 21+ DJ SETS BY @LAVIDAAIDA | LIVE ART BY BEAN_TATTOO Amanda Portela is a world-class vocalist, musician, and performer who has captivated San Diego audiences for over a decade. Known for her dynamic stage presence and sultry, expressive voice, she effortlessly weaves through an eclectic mix of genres, including Jazz, Latin Jazz, Cumbia, Americana, Rock, R&B, and Pop. Backing her is a powerhouse ensemble of San Diego’s finest musicians: Konrad Malinowski (guitar): A distinguished guitarist whose career spans the globe, blending technical mastery with emotional depth. A passionate collaborate, he is deeply involved in the San Diego music community, performing across genres - from jazz ensembles in intimate settings to country bands at large festivals. Harley Magsino (bass): Harley Magsino received his Master of Music degree from San Diego State University, and has played in several bands in the San Diego area. His principal instruments are guitar and bass, but Harley is also proficient in playing and teaching the ukulele, cello, and piano. Brian Repec (keys): A versatile freelance musician based in the greater San Diego area, known for his dynamic work across a wide range of genres. As an in-demand accompanist, he regularly performs with vocalists such as Mariela Contreras, Amanda Portela, Marelle, and Kaylee Daugherty. He is also a founding member of the experimental jazz trio OBTuse Goose, blending jazz, hip-hop, breakbeats, and synthwave; their debut album, The Goose Is Loose!, is available on all major streaming platforms. Diego Velasquez (percussion): Professional multi-instrumentalist and percussionist from San Diego, California. He began his music studies at 15, specializing in Afro-Cuban drumming, and has trained with renowned artists including Jose Luis Quintana (Changuito) and Tomas Cruz. Diego has performed with Emmy and Grammy award-winning musicians such as Allan Phillips and Angel Lopez, as well as acclaimed San Diego groups like The B-Side Players and The Surefire Soul Ensemble. Fernando Gomez (drums): A highly skilled session drummer based in San Diego. With years of experience and a deep passion for music, Fernando is fluent in all styles of drumming, from rock, pop, and jazz to funk, Latin, and everything in between. Whether you're looking for the perfect groove for a recording session or a live performance, Fernando brings versatility, precision, and creativity to every project.