Aki Kumar's Bollywood Blues at Wild Eye Pub!
Schedule
Sat, 01 Feb, 2025 at 06:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
535 Mill St, Grass Valley, CA, United States, California 95945 | Grass Valley, CA
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Hailed as a star among the next generation of West Coast blues artists, and versatile in many different styles of roots music, Aki Kumar is joined by his all-star band for a great night of Bollywood Blues!Aki Kumar, a bona fide blues harmonica star and vocalist in the vibrant San Francisco Bay blues scene, has made a big splash in the blues world with his ground-breaking record Aki Goes to Bollywood. Aki frequently tours, near and far. Aki Kumar, San Jose's "King of Bollywood Blues," infuses Blues, Rock n Roll and Country with the vibrant songs of his Indian heritage, creating a unique and electrifying musical fusion. With soulful vocals, masterful harmonica skills and an undeniable stage presence, Kumar brings a fresh perspective to the blues scene, captivating audiences worldwide.
Aki is joined by his killer band: drummer June Core, guitarist Rome Yamilov, and bassist Randy Bermudes.
Aki Kumar and the band recently were awarded the “BEST LOCAL BAND 2024” -- Metro Best of Silicon Valley 2024 Gold Award
Aki Kumar left his native home in Mumbai, India for the United States with the intention of working as a software engineer. Then he discovered the sounds of the blues, and his life changed dramatically.
A masterful harmonica player, soulful vocalist, band-leader, drummer and producer, Kumar is a man of many talents and one of the most prolific artists in the SF Bay Area today. He has successfully blended retro Indian music into his presentation, making for a unique, electrifying, multi-cultural mash-up that sounds like no one else, yet never loses touch with the inspiration it draws from the blues.
A veteran of the San Jose music scene for two decades, Kumar was hailed as "...King of ‘Bollywood blues’ music" by SJ Mercury News (2022) and received the Metro Silicon Valley Gold Award for Best Band (2024).
Kumar's "Little Village" releases "Aki Goes To Bollywood" (2016) and "Hindi Man Blues" (2018) are considered ground-breaking albums that have garnered international critical acclaim. In 2020, Kumar made major news with the world-wide launch of his album "Dilruba" on Sony Music. In 2021, Little Village released Kumar's uplifting reggae-inspired single "Zindagi" (Life).
Aki Kumar has made multiple appearances at The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, San Jose Jazz & SF Jazz Festivals, and has been featured on PRI “The World,” KQED Arts and CBS Bay Area. He has toured extensively over the years, including in Europe, Scandinavia, Russia, Australia, India and South America.
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About Wild Eye Pub:
A supper-club venue, with a restaurant & bar: farm-to-table foods from local & organic sources, a full bar of regional brews, wines, spirits & mocktails, and nightly entertainment in a family-friendly, comfy setting with an easy vibe.
Seating/service for this event starts at 5:30, music at 6:30. We offer table service of food and drinks (quietly) before and during the event.
NEW RESERVATION POLICY
We plan staff and fresh food for each night's show based on guest reservations. Reserved guests are given priority for food & beverage service. *If space allows, walk-in customers may be seated and gradually served when staff can accommodate them, especially on busy show nights.*
Reservations are appreciated! Please plan ahead when possible, to help us plan ahead for your great service!
You can easily make reservations - just seats, or seats & table for dining - while buying your tickets, or by calling or emailing, 24/7.
Your table will have your name on it. Keep your table for the whole show - we don't 'turn over tables' for more meal sales. So, the sliding ticket fee helps us to better pay and feed the band. Thank you for supporting live artists!
PARKING: Pub has free parking. More parking is nearby at the corner of Mill & McCourtney, a 2-minute walk. Across from Pub, French Ave has parking. Carpooling is encouraged - our neighbors appreciate it.
Questions? 530-446-6668 or [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
535 Mill St, Grass Valley, CA, United States, California 95945Event Location & Nearby Stays:
