Jacob Hart
2026-07-18 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States
Jacob Hart is a 17 year old multi downbeat award winning pianist, composer, and arranger hailing from Detroit, Michigan. He has performed at the Michigan Jazz Festival, the Detroit Jazz Festival, and the Toledo-Peacock jazz festival, with artists like Herlin Riley, Ryan Devlin, and others. Jacob has opened for several famous jazz artists such as Herbie Hancock, Branford Marsalis, and Terence Blanchard. He has also performed at several known jazz clubs in the area, including Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, the Blue Llama, and Cliff Bell’s. Hart is a student at the esteemed Detroit School of Arts, and also takes part in several Detroit jazz programs, such as the DSO Civic Jazz Orchestra and the MSU Spartan Youth Jazz Program. On top of all of this, Jacob is releasing his second album, “Short Circuit” in the near future, so stay on the look out!

The GUD Band
2026-07-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-29 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-05 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-12 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-19 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-26 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-02 18:30 - 20:30
Soul…..meets Blues……meets Jazz
“The Gud Band is a high-energy live band known for electrifying crowds with their soulful sound, smooth vocals, and top-tier musicianship. Based in Detroit, they bring a fresh yet nostalgic vibe, blending R&B, funk, soul, gospel and modern hits into unforgettable performances. Whether headlining local venues or setting the mood at private events, The Gud Band keeps the audience engaged and on their feet. Their chemistry, talent, and crowd connection make them one of the most sought-after live acts in the city.”

Lady Vonne
2026-08-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-07 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-08-08 18:30 - 22:00
Lady Vonne had the “look” of a STAR from her earliest years as a singer performing at nightclubs in Detroit. In her youth, she sang in the church choir and played violin and clarinet in school. But it wasn’t until she began playing the hotel circuit through the Lorio Ross Agency that her singing career began to flourish. It was where she honed her craft. As she advanced, she took on a much more glamorous look that properly conveyed the level of her talent.
While known primarily for Jazz, Lady Vonne is adept at performing American Standards, Broadway Show Tunes and R&B. She has also performed on stage in a theatrical production where she played the role of Phyllis Hyman and co-starred in “When A Woman’s Fed Up. Lady Vonne is one of Detroit’s Jazz greats. She has opened for Phyllis Hyman, Joe Sample and Chaka Khan. She has sung at Comerica Park, Detroit’s Music Hall, The Detroit Convention Center, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, Arts Beats & Eats, The Montreux-Detroit Jazz Festival. and The Greektown and Motor City Casinos. Lady Vonne’s timeless voice brings back the sounds of America’s Jazz Legends. She also sings American Standards and the hits of Contemporary Stars.

Blou Reed
2026-08-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-21 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-08-22 18:30 - 22:00
Blou Reed (pronounced BLOO Reed) blends jazz improvisation and harmony with strong, groove based rhythms to create a sound that bares the torch of tradition to light the way to the future of modern music. The band presents a wide ranging catalogue of original compositions and hip arrangements of well known Jazz standards. Blou Reed formed in 2022 when the members were still in their high school jazz programs and have been performing around Michigan ever since. BLOU REED Notable performances include Ypsi Jazz festival, Blue LLama Jazz Club, Ann Arbor Summer Streets, and the University of Michigan Art Museum.
