J.J. Murphy, Wyatt Wear and Gabriel Mangione and Halle Tomlinson

Join us for a captivating double bill that brings together two distinct musical worlds: the exploratory, improvisation-driven instrumentals of the JJ Murphy Trio and the warm, expressive vocals of Halle Tomlinson. Expect an evening where spacious jazz textures meet soulful R&B energy, deep grooves intertwine with rich vocal storytelling, and improvisation creates moments you'll only hear once. This is live music at its most authentic — spontaneous, heartfelt, and immersive.

Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!

Guitarist JJ Murphy, bassist Wyatt Walker Wear, and drummer Gabriel Mangione come together as a dynamic trio rooted in improvisation, groove, and melodic storytelling. The three explore original material that moves fluidly between jazz, roots, and modern instrumental music — shifting from spacious, textured interplay to driving, rhythmic energy. Their sound is intimate yet exploratory, highlighting the chemistry that’s formed from years of playing together across Denver’s creative music scene.

Sharing the bill is Denver-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Halle Tomlinson, whose warm, expressive sound blends soul, R&B, jazz, and contemporary influences. Halle first earned national attention on NBC’s The Voice (Season 11), where her interpretation of “New York State of Mind” earned a two-chair turn and a spot on Team Alicia Keys. Since then, she has continued to grow her career as a songwriter and performer, releasing deeply emotive music that showcases her unique blend of classic soul and modern artistry.

Together, this split bill brings two distinct yet complementary worlds to the stage — the trio’s immersive, improvisational instrumental landscapes paired with Halle’s rich, soulful vocal presence — making for a warm, dynamic, and genre-spanning night of music.

http://www.jjmurphymusic.com/

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Halle Tomlinson is a multi-talented musician and vocalist based out of Denver, Colorado. She first gained national recognition as a contestant on the hit TV show "The Voice," where her beautiful voice and soulful sound captivated audiences across the country. Halle has been wowing audiences at venues and festivals throughout Colorado, and is excited to start her solo journey. Drawing inspiration from her R&B and soul roots, Halle's music is a unique blend of classic and contemporary styles, infused with her own personal flair. As a multi-instrumentalist, Halle brings a level of artistry and creativity to her music that is truly unmatched.

https://thehalletomlinson.com/

Spotify: Halle Tomlinson

Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!

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