Melody Trucks and the Fitzkee Brothers at JV's with Special Guest Chris Vitarello

Name: Melody Trucks and the Fitzkee Brothers at JV's with Special Guest Chris Vitarello
Start: 2025-05-02T20:30:00-04:00
Location: JV's Restaurant

Schedule

Fri, 02 May, 2025 at 08:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

JV's Restaurant | Falls Church, VA

$20 Cover
Showtime 8:30
Melody Trucks – A force on percussion and vocals, Melody has captivated crowds at The Peach Music Festival, Suwannee Rising, and Hulaween. As the daughter of the late Butch Trucks (The Allman Brothers Band), she carries on the family’s legacy with deep grooves, soulful vocals, and undeniable stage presence.
The Fitzkee Brothers – With an explosive mix of Allman Brothers-style improvisation, Hendrix-inspired intensity, and Foo Fighters-level energy, The Fitzkee Brothers are carving their own space in the modern jam scene. Their single “Give You All My Love” has surpassed 125,000 streams, and “Lakesong” was featured on the Spotify editorial playlist Modern Jam Band. They’ve shared stages with Duane Betts, Robert Randolph, and Jorma Kaukonen and even jammed with Post Malone multiple times.
Notable Performances & Collaborations
• Headlined Willie’s Crazy Train Campout alongside Melvin Seals & Ron Holloway
• Opened for Live Dead & The Brothers
• Played SXSW and Allman Betts Family Revival Afterparties
• Rocked Asheville Music Hall with a double-drum lineup featuring Claude Coleman Jr. (Ween) & Alex Fitzkee, plus Marcus White (Shady Recruits) on keys
With a debut album on the horizon and a rapidly growing fanbase, Melody Trucks & The Fitzkee Brothers are primed to make an unforgettable impact on the JV’s Live Music Stage
Joining Melody Trucks & The Fitzkee Brothers on guitar-
CHRIS VITERELLO:
Chris Vitarello is an acclaimed American guitarist and vocalist, renowned for his contributions to blues and jazz music.
Over his three-decade-long career, Vitarello has collaborated with numerous notable artists, including the legendary organist Jimmy McGriff, drummer Butch Trucks of The Allman Brothers Band, and blues harmonica player James Montgomery. His extensive performance history encompasses both national and international stages, featuring appearances at esteemed festivals such as the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, the Notodden Blues Festival in Norway, and the King Biscuit Blues Festival in the United States.
In recognition of his musical achievements, Vitarello was inducted into the New York Blues Hall of Fame on November 14, 2013. He was also a nominee and performer at the 32nd Blues Music Awards with the Chris O’Leary Band, which won a Blues Blast Award in 2013.
Beyond performing, Vitarello is dedicated to music education. He teaches music at The Brunswick School in Greenwich, Connecticut, and serves as the Director of Worship at Walnut Hill Community Church, which operates across four campuses in Connecticut.
Vitarello’s musical style seamlessly blends elements of blues and jazz, characterized by lyrical and inventive guitar solos. His work continues to resonate with audiences, solidifying his reputation as a distinguished figure in the contemporary blues and jazz scene.