Fresh from the studio, the Carlos Adames Trio is dialed in and ready to present new, original works. Shepherd Express Best of Milwaukee 2015 Jazz Musician of the Year, percussionist Carlos Adames, is joined by the talents of Steve Peplin on guitar and John Simons on bass.

Martini Jazz Lounge is every Thursday thru May. Classic martinis & cosmos, $5. Live jazz, gratis.