Scat Jazz Lounge's Upcoming Shows

Imagine yourself on the strip in early 60's when the Copa at the Sands was the place to be. You don't need a time machine or a loan, Ricki and his band swing into Scat for a fun night of some of the greatest songs ever written. If the sounds of Ricki and the band don't get your feet tappin, you need new feet! From Sinatra to Torme, it's a great ride. Bill Zehme of Esquire magazine and author of "The Way You Wear Your Hat" said this of Ricki..."Frank is proud of you up there somewhere...you swing like a mutha!" 21 & up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm Show time: 10 pm - Doors open at 9:45 pm

Matthew Banks is a Dallas based jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, and bassoonist. A native Texan, Matt specializes in Swing and other early varieties of jazz, often playing on instruments a hundred years old or more to evoke the sound of the era. Come by for the finest swing anthems of the 30s, frenetic Bebop of the 40s, gut-bucket Blues and more. This is a historical and musical journey that is always a blast. 21 & up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm Show time: 10 pm - Doors open at 9:45 pm

Don't miss this long running tradition at the Lounge. It's the Black Dog Jazz Jam with Joey Carter & Paul Metzger as your fearless band leaders. Come sit in or just take it all in as musicians from near and far gather every Sunday and make music together. 21 & up only.

Trumpeter Pete Clagett pays tribute to the one and only Miles Davis. Take a musical trip through the career of the man who changed jazz forever. It’s the Musings of Miles. 21 & up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm

Sheran Goodspeed Keyton has performed professionally for over 20 years and has toured nationally and internationally. In music, Sheran has worked with gospel greats Kirk Franklin and Fred Hammond, blues great Lucky Peterson, and many more. Known by many as DFW's Darling Diva, her interactive, cabaret-styled performance ranges from straight-ahead to funk-infused jazz. "Ms. Goodspeed Keyton's voice is a force of nature.” ~DMN 21 & up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm Show time: 10 pm - Doors open at 9:45 pm

The sensitive and sophisticated vocal stylings of Carla Helmbrecht are the perfect complement to the soulful, blues-and swing-influenced style of the Brad Leali ensemble. Not only do they explore classic jazz standards and original materials, but they are able to infuse historical and modern components to their unique arrangements. This dynamic duo will be joined tonight with their world class Tentet. Featuring a stellar group of some of finest talent in the DFW metroplex. With a unique style and sound that echo the influences of his past, Brad Leali is one of the most notable saxophonists of current times. Leali toured and recorded with numerous jazz greats, including several years with Harry Connick, Jr. and later with the Count Basie Orchestra. Leali was a standing member of the Kennedy Center Honors Band and performed for President Obama’s first inaugural celebration. He tours and is a featured soloist with the Grammy-winning musician and actor, Lyle Lovett. “Saxophonist Brad Leali was among the most soulful and exciting I’ve heard recently.” – New York Times Grammy-nominated singer/song-writer, Carla Helmbrecht, began her love affair with music at a young age. Her recording ONE FOR MY BABY earned a prominent position on Gavin’s Jazz Chart, BE COOL BE KIND debuted as "the most added jazz record on radio in the nation" and received three Grammy nominations. “… imaginative…poetic and sophisticated…She’s hip without being frenetic, laid-back without sounding haphazard, and best of all, the lady swings without sweating…the lyric writer’s best friend.” - Harvey Siders, JazzTimes 21 & Up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm Show time: 10 pm - Doors open at 9:45 pm

Don't miss this long running tradition at the Lounge. It's the Black Dog Jazz Jam with Joey Carter & Paul Metzger as your fearless band leaders. Come sit in or just take it all in as musicians from near and far gather every Sunday and make music together. 21 & up only.

Johnny Reno is an accomplished saxophone player, singer and musician. He was an original member of Stevie Ray Vaughan's Double Trouble in 1978 and 79. Johnny's been laying down his west coast swing locally and across the globe for decades and from 1990 through 1995 was a featured member of the Chris Isaak band. Fort Worth's own returns to the Lounge. 21 & up only.

Renowned saxophonist Shelley Carrol was named the 2007 “Sammons Center Jazz Artist of the Year,” the highest accolade possible for Dallas/Ft. Worth area jazz musician. He was a 2014 Dallas Observer nominee for “Best Jazz Act.” Shelley has toured with multi-platinum artists Sheryl Crow, Gary Clark, Jr. and Kool and the Gang as well being a member of the Duke Ellington Band. 8 & 10pm Shows. 21 & up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm Show time: 10 pm - Doors open at 9:45 pm

Now a an Austin resident, Red Young was born in Fort Worth, Texas. Growing up with a classical background and listening to everyone from Van Cliburn (whom he met at age 11), Ray Charles, B.B. King, Lightnin' Hopkins, Ft. Worth natives Delbert McClinton, Ray Sharpe, King Curtis, Freddy King and many other Texas Blues and Jazz Players. He's toured with Eric Burdon, Linda Ronstadt, Joan Armatrading, Sonny & Cher, Lloyd Price and others in countless performances around the world. You don't want to miss this one of kind musician and fantastic performer. 21 & up only. Show time: 8 pm - Doors open at 7 pm Show time: 10 pm - Doors open at 9:45 pm

Don't miss this long running tradition at the Lounge. It's the Black Dog Jazz Jam with Joey Carter & Paul Metzger as your fearless band leaders. Come sit in or just take it all in as musicians from near and far gather every Sunday and make music together. 21 & up only.