James is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, and a three-time Minnesota Hall of Fame inductee as a member of Willie & The Bees, Shangoya and Ipso Facto. His music has been featured in various movies and Television shows. He was voted Best Brass/Reed Artist at the Minnesota Music Awards in 1994.   Umbra hosts complimentary live […]

Janelle Burrell has been a staple on the Minneapolis music scene for decades. Her unique style and incredible voice have entertained audiences throughout the Twin Cities, and along with her husband Todd, the Burrell's will bring their special blend of Jazz, R&B, and Pop to the Umbra Lounge!   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every […]

Janelle Burrell has been a staple on the Minneapolis music scene for decades. Her unique style and incredible voice have entertained audiences throughout the Twin Cities, and along with her husband Todd, the Burrell's will bring their special blend of Jazz, R&B, and Pop to the Umbra Lounge!   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every […]

Jason Weismann’s smooth, smoky vocals are complemented by his breathy tenor sax work and backed by some of the swinging-est sidemen on the Twin Cities jazz scene. The Q performs a mix of well-loved standards, overlooked chestnuts and even a few well-crafted originals — featuring musicianship that will both engage the casual listener and impress […]

Kathleen Johnson has worked with many local and international greats such as PRINCE, Kirk Johnson, Billy Holloman, Jamecia Bennett, Jellybean Johnson, Thomasina Petrus, Paul, Patty, and Jason Peterson, Susann Carwell, Gwen Matthews, Debbie Duncan, Billy McLaughlin, Bruce Henry, Keri Noble, Robert Robinson, Ginger Commodore, Lori Line, and Alexander O’Neal. She has fronted many special events […]

Kathleen Johnson has worked with many local and international greats such as PRINCE, Kirk Johnson, Billy Holloman, Jamecia Bennett, Jellybean Johnson, Thomasina Petrus, Paul, Patty, and Jason Peterson, Susann Carwell, Gwen Matthews, Debbie Duncan, Billy McLaughlin, Bruce Henry, Keri Noble, Robert Robinson, Ginger Commodore, Lori Line, and Alexander O’Neal. She has fronted many special events […]