Although often billed as a blues band, Monterey, California based Red Beans & Rice consistently blends original compositions and lesser-known classics into an up tempo danceable gumbo of New Orleans-influenced, blues-inspired party music suitable for dancing or just listening.
Formed in 1993, Red Beans & Rice has become a household name on the Central California Coast. Founding member Gil Rubio’s original compositions and his arrangements of a carefully selected blend of Chicago, Texas swing, Louisiana, and contemporary music has earned the praise of fans and critics across the United States. The band has released 7 critically acclaimed CDs that have all received regular airplay throughout the world on radio stations and Internet sites.
Red Beans & Rice also features the talents of vocalist Jesse Bravo, keyboardist Gary Thomas, bassist Thomas McNamara, drummer John Nava and Jim Stainton on saxes.
Performing regularly throughout the West Coast at major festivals and prestigious music venues, Red Beans & Rice has shared the stage with some of the greats in music including John Lee Hooker and Los Lobos among many others.
Never content to rest on it’s laurels, the most award-winning band on the Central Coast continues to work passionately at it’s craft, to ensure top-notch, moving performances of great musical material.
In 2013 the popular sextet celebrated their 20th anniversary with the release of their 6th CD – 13 From 20 and 5, featuring 13 original songs from 20 years and 5 CD releases.
The Band also received a prestigious Certificate of Recognition from the California State Senate that same year!
In 2018 Red Beans & Rice released their 7th CD, Here & Now, produced, engineered and mixed by Rubio at his Wolf Tracks Studio in Seaside, California and featuring 8 new original compositions and have once again earned airplay on radio stations around the world.
From private parties to standing ovations as the invited guest at the Monterey Jazz Festival, Red Beans & Rice has entertained thousands of people of all ages.
Red Beans & Rice – it’s more than just a tasty dish.
Check out their music and live videos at www.redbeans.com
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