Tuesdays have been dark since we lost our dear intrepid Transfer House Band leader, Neal Chandek. We felt that Neal left a space that we couldn’t fill until the time was right, and that time has finally come.

We are excited to announce a new residency on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays moving forward: The Cameron Webb Organ Trio. Many of you know Cameron as an incredible young singer, a front man whose soulful feel and showmanship hails from a bygone era. Turns out Cameron also has some serious licks on the keys, and will be leading from behind his vintage Korg CX-3 organ, giving it a go on those left-hand bass lines. Cam has enlisted a couple of his regular collaborators, Matt Schad on guitar, and Christian Fox on drums, to round out the trio.

Cameron Webb Organ Trio at Transfer, every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Reservations are always encouraged. Counter and Bar seats are first come, first served.

CCH is back! Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hotclub continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Ben Dameron, Aaron Gardner, and Clay Schaub are keeping the pulse alive tonight on the Transfer stage.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday thru May, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Paul Silbergleit Trio

Dave Bayles, bandstand drummer extraordinaire, is back. He will be joined by Clay Schaub on bass and special guest Geof Bradfield on sax.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Cream City Hot Club

Tuesdays have been dark since we lost our dear intrepid Transfer House Band leader, Neal Chandek. We felt that Neal left a space that we couldn’t fill until the time was right, and that time has finally come.

Tonight is the second installment of a new residency on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays: The Cameron Webb Organ Trio. Many of you know Cameron as an incredible young singer, a front-man whose soulful feel and showmanship hails from a bygone era. Turns out Cameron also has some serious licks on the keys, and will be leading from behind his vintage Korg CX-3 organ, giving it a go on those left-hand bass lines. Cam will be joined by Matt Schad on guitar.

Cameron Webb Organ Trio at Transfer, every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Reservations are always encouraged. Counter and Bar seats are first come, first served.

We welcome back Heirloom quartet, anchored by Ben Dameron on guitar and Hannah Johnson on drums. Tonight they’ll be joined by John Christiensen on bass and Sam Taylor on sax.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

CCH is back! Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hotclub continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Ben Dameron, Aaron Gardner, and Clay Schaub are keeping the pulse alive tonight on the Transfer stage.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday thru May, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Juli Wood Trio

Tuesdays have been dark since we lost our dear intrepid Transfer House Band leader, Neal Chandek. We felt that Neal left a space that we couldn’t fill until the time was right, and that time has finally come.

We are excited to announce a new residency on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays moving forward: The Cameron Webb Organ Trio. Many of you know Cameron as an incredible young singer, a front man whose soulful feel and showmanship hails from a bygone era. Turns out Cameron also has some serious licks on the keys, and will be leading from behind his vintage Korg CX-3 organ, giving it a go on those left-hand bass lines. Cam has enlisted a couple of his regular collaborators, Matt Schad on guitar, and Victor Reed on drums to round out the trio.

Cameron Webb Organ Trio at Transfer, every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Reservations are always encouraged. Counter and Bar seats are first come, first served.

Saxophonist, vocalist, composer, and band leader, Juli Wood, is back in the house. Tonight she’ll be rocking the reeds and vox along with Doug Hayes on stand-up bass and Mike Schlick on drums.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Cream City Hot Club

Photo credit: Andrzej Hajdasz

Tonight we present a killer trio featuring one of the hottest stand-up bassists in the region, John Christensen. He has enlisted some Windy City talent, Dave Miller on guitar and Matt Gold on pedal steel. It’s probable you’ve heard nothing quite like what’s in store for this evening.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Juli Wood Trio

CCH is back! Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hotclub continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Ben Dameron, Aaron Gardner, and Clay Schaub are keeping the pulse alive tonight on the Transfer stage.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday thru May, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Artrell Le Fleur Quartet

Anthony Deutsch is back in town and has something in store for us!

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, October thru May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: TBA

photo credit: Johnny Urban

We are happy to welcome back the Sweet Sheiks, who will be presenting an upbeat mix of music that’s almost as old as the Transfer building itself, bringing jazz and pop from the teens through the 30s to your Thursday night. Sweet Sheiks is Jen Muttin-Schrank on vocals, guitar, and musical saw, Aaron Johnson on tuba, Jay Allison on trombone, and Ernie Brusubardis on mandolin.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday through May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Anthony Deutsch Trio

Johnny Padilla is back with his saxes and flute. He has enlisted veteran players Pete Bilman on guitar and John Simons on bass to round out this Groundhog Day eve.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday through May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Sweet Sheiks

Bluesy guitarist and occasional Transfer House Band sit-in, Paul Stilin, is bringing his own crew to the Transfer stage: Paul Stilin on guitar, Eric Koppa on sax, Chris Kringel on Bass, Dave Cornette on Drums, and Chris Lehnert on keys.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday through May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Johnny Padilla Trio

We are excited and proud to welcome back jazz guitarist Isaiah Kitts-Lewinski… who happens to also be a member of our logistics crew! He will be joined by Casimir Riley on sax, George Ballesteros on bass, Corynn Latta on vocals, and Ben Piette on drums.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday thru May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Paul Stilin Group

CCH is back! Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hotclub continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Ben Dameron, Aaron Gardner, and Clay Schaub are keeping the pulse alive tonight on the Transfer stage.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday thru May, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Isaiah Kitts Qtet

We’re thrilled to welcome back the electrifying soul singer, Cameron Webb. He will again be lighting the new year afire, bringing soul, jazz, and blues to this first Martini Jazz Lounge of 2024. The Jump Blues Band consists of Billy Flynn on guitar, George Ballestros on bass, Matt Liban on drums and Joe Torano on sax.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday through May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Cream City Hot Club

Anthony Deutsch had planned on ushering out the year of chaos with a couple short solo sets on your NYE evening. Alas, he has fallen ill. The Transfer staff will still be here for your food and beverage needs until 9pm.

Gil Jazz is bringing an electric lineup to a festive night, headed up by trumpet player Joel Lehman. He has enlisted Dan Schneck on the organ, Warren Weigratz on sax and flute, and ex-MSO drummer Joe Conti on the kit. Word on the street is there may be some special guest sit-ins, just like old times here at Trasnfer. Hap-py Holidays!

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Anthony Deutsch Trio

Dave Bayles, bandstand drummer extraordinaire, is back. He has enlisted veteran players Paul Silbergleit on guitar and Dan Schneck on organ.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Gil Jazz Xfer Xmas show

We’re thrilled to welcome back The Group, a modestly named band of merry Milwaukee live music scene heavyweights, bringing you their supercharged brand of jazz fusion.

You’ve likely seen some of these guys over the years with Streetlife, The Oceans, The Eddie Butts Band, and countless other situations. The Group is: Warren Wiegratz on the saxes, Mike deRose on guitar, Eddie Butz on drums, Dwayne Williams on bass, and Jerry Weitzer on keys.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Dave Bayles Trio

Russ Johnson - trumpet/ compositions

Jon Irabagon - alto sax
Clark Sommers - bass
Dana Hall - drums & cymbals

where: Transfer Pizzeria Café's private event space, The Haven Room (Enter on the West side of the building via the wheelchair ramp.)

when: Doors at 6:30p, performance at 7p

tickets: $20 to the artist + $3.18 fees PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Attendance for this performance will be limited. There will be seating for 35 people. There will be no food service in the performance space. We invite you to visit the restaurant at least an hour before showtime if you wish to enjoy dinner or appetizers beforehand. There will be a cash bar for beverages during the performance. Online ticket sales will close at noon the day of the show. Remaining seats or standing-only tickets will be available at the door (sans fees).

CCH is back! Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hotclub continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Ben Dameron, Aaron Gardner, and Viktor Brusubardis are keeping the pulse alive tonight on the Transfer stage.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: The Group, feat. Warren Weigratz and Eddie Butts

The one and only Andrew Trim returns on guitar with Jakob Heinemann on bass and Devin Drobka on drums.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Cream City Hot Club

We’re excited to welcome back Heirloom to the Transfer stage. Heirloom is comprised of a core duo: Hannah Johnson on drums and Ben Dameron on guitar. Tonight they’ll be rounded out by John Simons on bass and Rufus Parenti on sax.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Andrew Trim Trio

The dynamic Devin Drobka is back, with the help of Andrew Trim on guitar and Brian Courage on bass. Devin, who has mellowed a bit in his public performances since his move from NYC, returns to his avant/ free jazz roots tonight, paying homage to the great Carla Bley, who just passed away a couple weeks ago.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Heirloom Quartet

Dave Bayles, bandstand drummer extraordinaire, has put together an intriguing and explosive line-up this evening, enlisting the participation of trumpet superman Eric Jacobson along with organ man Dan Schneck, the beast on the B3. All three have graced the Transfer stage before, but this particular combo has not and we’re stoked to see where they take us.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

CCH is back! Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hotclub continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Ben Dameron, Aaron Gardner, and Clay Schaub are keeping the pulse alive tonight on the Transfer stage.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday, 6:30 to close. No cover. Martinis and Cosmos, $8.

Next week: Dave Bayless Trio feat. Eric Jacobson and Dan Schneck

We are thrilled to welcome The Rhythm Club to the Transfer stage. Comprised of Milwaukee musical luminaries Robin Pluer, vocals and accordion; Juli Wood, vocals and reeds; Connie Grauer on keys; and Kim Zick on drums, this supergroup got its start at the storied Café Melánge in downtown’s Hotel Wisconsin decades ago. While all of these musicians have maintained active musical careers since that era, The Rhythm Club has only recently reemerged upon the scene, bringing their own melánge of upbeat, light-hearted styles to tonight’s Martini Jazz Lounge.

Martini Jazz Lounge, every Thursday October thru May, 6:30 to close. Martinis and Cosmos, $8. Cover, $0.

Next week: Cream City Hot Club