30th – 31st July

EGADS! One must admit one’s age when one has let go an entire 4 days before an update! However, all is not lost and it’s the end of the month! A very exciting time indeed, we get paid (right, boss?) we unwind ( a lot ), Pushin’ On is playing tonight – an insane set of funk, soul, going wild @ Lounge from 9:30pm onwards. And if we’re not feeling all that untamed but love the good vibes and notes coursing through our bloodstream, hang out with Greg Lyons’ Quartet from 9:30pm @ Cafe.

And if a nutty Friday enough, carry on with Ayaschool on Saturday with more than good vibrations – a congregation of the most talented, sweetest, passionate music makers in town – the conclave is CAFE and they kick off from 9:30pm

Peace Out!

28th June – 3rd July

This cup is full of surprises and it’s kinda sad that we’re waving off S Korea…. the group of nice(looking) young lads….. However, there are more exciting matches and we continue screening these battles in full volume: Netherlands vs Slovakia tonight and Spain vs Portugal tomorrow.

For those who are completely oblivious to the ball fever, join Grooveworks @ Cafe on Tuesday from 9pm for an aural delight and once more on Wed @ Cafe from 9pm onwards for Grooveworks II – same heart, different sound. Boogey on up to Lounge for some sounds from a different tropical island. DJ Divine does Reggae on Wednesdays

And we will be laughing out loud or cringing in silent with Open Mic Night. 8pm onwards @ Lounge this THURSDAY - be it talented spiel or a heartfelt attempt, we’re all friends and in for a good time. SGD 10 for cover. If the gift of gab is not bestowed unto you, perhaps the feet would prefer to do the talking. Do join us for SWING FLING - the lindy hopper’s dream – great music and talented dancers. It’s not a show but  an opportunity for you to try or just enjoy the vibe! 8pm @ Cafe

It’s smokey passion and haunting melodies – Grey Lyons’ Quartet brings some jazz to the house. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe on FRIDAY. But for those how are feeling more sprightly and wanna ‘get down with it’, Good Times throw on their most fabulous, awesome, kick-a$$ party @ Lounge. 9:30pm onwards – as always

And if you’re missing our beloved crazy chick, right as rain she appears to you all with magic fingers and an even more magical spell of great music. Presenting Ayaschool….. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe on SATURDAY

Peace Out

7th June – 12th June

Ole, ole, ole! It’s the WORLD CUP FEVER (or so I was told) and Blu Jaz jumps onto the band wagon.

WE HAVE WORLD CUP SCREENING. Also available for private booking because we have

1) Air Con
2) Comfy Seats
3) Beer served to your table
4) and…. soccer screening.

So if you’re wanna book our private area for a place – contact benjamin@blujaz.net

Now… this week:

It’s Omniform for a heart pouring out session with great music. 10 piece, no less. 9pm onwards @ Cafe on MONDAY.

It’s all exciting on WEDNESDAY with Greg’s groovy Grooveworks (I ate too much corn.) blasting out snazzy jazz from 9pm onwards @ Cafe. And if you head on up to Lounge – we have Twilight over Tokyo – a contemplative evening with these 4 bands: Zhi Wei and Friends, Kiseki, Pillowphilia and Seventh Nite from 8pm onwards. Feeling under-appreciated? Blu Jaz presents open mic night – Stand Up for Singapore, join us @ Space from 8:30pm onwards

And kicking off this football series would be Mexico vs South Africa @ 7:30pm - head up to Lounge for the full experience. Or hang loose @ Cafe with Mohd Noor and gang throwing us some fantastic vibes and music on FRIDAY. (9:30pm onwards)

And if you didn’t get enough awesome music, come on down this SATURDAY – the Wicked Boys are BACK! Ayaschool goes on a little break with some kafe in Italy and some baguette a la Francais. The boys will bring the house down with their tight sets, great beats and stupendous energy! 9:30pm onwards @ CAFE. And if you’re looking for some tech/house – join 44 Beatz @ Lounge and go on up to SPACE for your football fix! We close after the last match upstairs.

Cheers and Peace Out!

26th April – 1st May

WooYeah – it’s a Labour Day Weekend and still we’ll be labouring for your enjoyment and sanity. We are OPEN on 1st May so don’t be coy and do come out to play. And if rain isn’t your cup of tea, our three story boho-chic shelter offers a nice reprieve (or even as a 2nd home!)

TUESDAY

It’s the showcase of Junior Grooveworks where kids do their thing and belt out jazz tunes. 9pm onwards @ Space

WEDNESDAY

It’s BLINK BL-NK this night @ Space -  where regular people share their expertise about fascinating subjects in a social environment. The events are built around 15 – 20 minute talks on subjects ranging from cutting-edge issues in technology and business to quirky histories, weird science and enriching cultural experiences. Speakers may be leading experts, distinguished hobbyists or simply great story tellers. Interludes between talks are spiced up by carefully curated musical selections.  7pm onwards @ SPACE

And if you’re craving for a night to a different beat, our regular DJ Divine spins out great chillax sounds from the Caribbean island. Lounge out from 9pm onwards!

But if jazz is still your cup of tea, Grooveworks final showcase for the semester happens this Wednesday. Expect the 8 member band to whip up cool compositions and charm your feet onto the dance floor. 9pm onwards@ Cafe

THURSDAY

Jump, hop, lift – it’s Swing Fling again this Thursday. There isn’t need to wax lyrical because the music will be great and dancers friendly. Call on Sing or Brian for a complimentary demo if you’re new to the scene. 8:30pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY

It’s double billing for Aya and her visiting friends from the Land of the Rising Sun bring along their take on jazz. Irashimase! So come on down for a rare treat. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe.

TIS the last Friday of the month, so without doubt, hesitation or vacillation, Pushin’ON electrifies all beings @ Lounge. They churn out your soul, funk with a dash of house and beats. 9:30pm onwards. It’s going to be packed, so keep your outfit comfy and your toes on dance mode.

SATURDAY

For a different sound that is still totally Aya but completely fresh, it’d be a night of improvisation with some classics and crazy sets. So join us, for a celebration – of life. 9:30pm onwards

It’s Guy and Erika @ Lounge for a new sound. Expect personal mixtapes with soundscapes to soothe and intrigue. 9pm onwards.

Peace out!

19th April – 23rd April

A layer of ash covers Europe’s sky but over in Singapore, we’re still sunny. Mostly, anyhow. And we do have our regulars as well as some new kids in our block to entertain you.

MONDAY (TODAY!)
Yes! Darren Moore’s Quintet is IN DA HOUSE. And if you’re looking for his arrangement, there is no better time than now to catch it. 8:30pm @ Space. Cover Charge applies – to feed them musicians.

WEDNESDAY
Mr Divine soothes the raging beasts in us with some great reggae mix. So head on up to Lounge and tap along with his brand of tunes from Jamaica. 9pm onwards

THURSDAY
And of course, the one official day of the week where Cafe turns to dance floor with our good people from Jitterbugs with SWING FLING. A night of Lindy Hopping and for those newbies – never fear, you can ask for a complimentary demo. Look for Sing or Brian. 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
It’s an onslaught of great music from almost every genre you could imagine! Muhd Noor and friends swing out big time with some soul and jazz. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

And if you’re itching for some deep, sexy, soulful house music, let Diggin’ Deep bring you some unique sounds. DJs are boys from Europe and their take – slightly alternative. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge

And if rock is more your thing, Midnight Rockers are your DJs @ Space and they will be bringing you hardcore tunes to sing along with. Well, maybe – head banging might be more appropriate. 9pm onwards

SATURDAY
It’s crazzzeeeee time with Ayaschool and her bunch of uber talented and lovely friends. It ranges from electronica to swing out so just come with those dance shoes. 9;30pm onwards @ Cafe

Fancy some live indie? Leonie Hill is back with some great tunes and always fun with a bunch of friends. Check this band comprising passionate members who masquerade as your working executives by day and turn rock star by night. 9:30pm onwards @ SPACE
Cheers and Peace Ya’ll

5th April – 10th April

Even though we don’t say this often enough, we wish to give thanks – to what we have been privileged enough to have gotten and keep: great colleagues, happy clients, tasty bites and mind blowing music. We hope that the weekend has given you much needed release and rest!

MONDAY
It’s the first Monday of the month and Omniform is back with the works! We have a brass section! It’s jazz like you’ve never heard before if you’re new to our scene. The band plays original composition written by resident musician, Greg Lyons. So grab a chair and a drink to unwind tonight. 9pm onwards @ Cafe

TUESDAY
We have new faces in the house! Rahul and mates will be jammin’ and if R&B is your thing, you need to head on up to LOUNGE. 7:30pm onwards – don’t miss this acoustic arrangement with his velvety voice!

WEDNESDAY
And if you’re feeling the mid-week itch, come on down for groovy sounds from none other than our Grooveworks – a premier jazz band in the making with musicians of heart and soul! 9pm onwards @ Cafe

THURSDAY
Listening isn’t enough? You need to swing, move, groove, shake? Jitterbugs does a Swing Fling night @ Cafe and DJ mixes up some great music from the 30s to present where lindy hoppers take to the floor. Don’t be shy if this is your first time out, Sing will give a complimentary demo – just ask! 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
For those who have never caught this group, you need to come down for Fuse Collective – headlining the talented Muhd Noor on drums. And for those who have tasted the magic, I’m sure you’ll be back for more. Sets start from 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

SATURDAY
And it’s double dose this weekend with Noor coming in for another round with some snazzier sounds and rippin’ energy. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

Dubwise SG features Guna and will be brining some dubstep, bass and more bass to your ears. Step up to Lounge from 9:30pm onwards for the darker and more seductive side of electronica music.

Soundscape is back – with a little of funk, jazz, house and a good bag of mix guaranteed to get your body on the dance floor. 44 Beats is their name and music their game. 9:30pm onwards @ Space

Peace out, ya’all

1st March – 6th March

How sweltering days mean you should take refuge under the Yam Yam tree – all figuratively speaking, of course.

MONDAY - TONIGHT!
Omniform lets loose its 13 men contingency to bring some beautiful sounds to your ears. Join them for merry making, beer in hand, if you wish. 9pm onwards @ CAFE

WEDNESDAY
Grooveworks return to rock out with some great energy and some new tunes. Featuring the old new students – musicians of calibre, we assure you and lots of heart. 9pm onwards @ Cafe

THURSDAY
Jump, jump, jump, jump around….. or try a little hopping, skipping and dancing… with the good people of Jitterbugs – the Lindy Hoppers are back. Free demos and loads of friendly peeps. 8pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY
And if you’re looking for the cool cats – look no further as Greg Lyons’ Quartet holds court @ Cafe with eclectic and unique pieces. 9:30pm @ Cafe

Wanna go funk? Good Times promises DJs to make you wanna dance, shout, yell, break, pop, lock…. truly. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge

SATURDAY
It’s always a special – with Ayaschool – as Ms Sekine brings about friends, crazy as her – nah… as talented – for sure, as wonderful – promise… it’s a night of terrific music that is never planned. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

Fancy yourself a DJ – come on down with your IPOD or CD Mix and enjoy your 15 minutes of fame – with STICKITON - brought to you by 2 fun (and drinkin’) lovin’ friends from the UK – it’s a spell guarantee for fun and dance. 8pm onwards @ LOUNGE. Please email: stickitonsg@googlemail.com for more information

Peace Out Ya’all!

19th Feb – 20th Feb

GONG XI FA CAI - Blu Jaz is CLOSED for holidays TILL 19th Feb

FRIDAY
Greg Lyon’s Quartet soothes all with his cool jazz from 9:30pm @ Cafe
LOCUS heats it up with some D&B from 9pm @ Lounge

SATURDAY
Get Ready for the sounds of the Wicked Boys This Saturday from 9:30pm @ Blu Jaz Cafe!

The Wicked boys test-drives the setlist for the upcoming Australian tour, rocking some new tunes and some old ones. And then some. Expect maximum volume and minimal damage.

And if you’re looking for some electronica – send your dancing feet up to SPACE (3rd Flr) with COUP behind the decks, it’ll be a progressive sounding night!.

Peace Out, Ya’ll

25th Jan – 30th Jan

In point form for the busy bees

MONDAY
A great night with the Origins – here for the 2nd and 4th Mondays if you’re needing a quick fix of tunes.

TUESDAY
Join David on our top floor with some acoustic notes and for some sweet singing. 9pm onwards

WEDNESDAY
Chillax – yet another term coined by the superfluous  – DJ Divine does his Reggae @ Lounge, brilliantly , of course. 9pm onwards

THURSDAY
Feet a jumpin’ with the Lindy Hop Dancers and Lovers from Jitterbugs Swingapore as they bring some suave moves to even the ones with 2 left feet. 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
It’s a birthday and the party in question IS the party. Pushin’ ON turns 3 with us and has killer live bands and DJ mixes on both floors. 9pm onwards @ LOUNGE AND SPACE - check their FB for details.

Fuze Collective woos us with some mellow sexy voice of Fendi before bringing in some funk and soul when it get dark into the night. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

SATURDAY
Get crazy with Aya and fall in love with her and her crew with such raw talents, you never want another on a Saturday night. 9:30pm onwards

Diggin’ Deep spins out some deep sexy house – from their hearts to your feet. Dance on! 9pm onwards

Peace out, ya’ll

18th Jan – 23rd Jan

According to the heavens above, the forecast states a a nice week ahead (and since when would the written word of marketing foretell ill circumstances?) with booze and food @ Bali Lane all hours of the day, occasional light sprinkle of great music and a heavy downpour of good vibes!

Jazz colonies is a monthly original jazz night held on the third monday of every month @ SPACE. Three groups per night will present their artistic visions. No more working for the man, they play for the people! TONIGHT will be the first of many jazz colonies, come and support the artists. Featuring…

Tim O’Dwyer Trio (with Tony Makarome/Darren Moore)
Andrew Lim/Josh Wan/Tony Makarome/Wen Soh
Tze Group (with Bryan Lim, YP) & guests Boon Chye, Dai Da

Gig starts at 9pm sharp, entry $10/$5 students and pssttt – remember to buy the musicians a drink!

TUESDAY
Mr Lin, we call him Mr Romantic – for the sometimes romantic acoustic tunes this young gentleman gives us entertains all up @ Space – for the ones who need to reminisce, to contemplate… over a glass of beer of two. 9pm onwards.

WEDNESDAY
If you missed him last week because he was playing @ the Time Out Party, you can catch him back at his original slot – DJ Divine – only has the best Reggae vibes and tunes in da HOUSE - Lounge! 9pm onwards.

THURSDAY
Fling! Really. I promise. But Swing Fling – all above board, no dirty laundry but loads of spinning (sorry, couldn’t resist) and tapping and swinging… join Jitterbugs and crew to have a night out with your dance partner. Solo? Make friends. Truly – Cheers! 8:30pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY
woot – Greg Lyons’ Quartet is baaaccckkk…. for some cool sounds and hot sax join him and friends for a night of classic jazz.. hmmm – what’s classic anyhow? 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

We are really honoured to host the closing of CHOPPA Festival!  CHOPPA FESTIVAL 2010 celebrates 3 years as Singapore’s longest running experimental music institution! Every month the CHOPPA series showcases local and international experimental music, keeping the underground alive and healthy in sultry Singapore. CHOPPA FESTIVAL 2010 will not only be featuring the tightest Singaporean talent but artists from Asia, USA, Europe and Australia. The highlights for the 2010 festival includes:

Uchihashi Kazuhisa/Darren Moore/Tim O’Dwyer (Japan/Australia)
I\D (Singapore)
Under the Velvet Sky (Singapore)
Uchihashi Kazuhisa Solo (Japan)

TIX are SGD 25 at the door – 9pm onwards @ SPACE

SATURDAY

In the guru’s words:  This week is crazy special ok?
Ian Rapien (sax) from NYC  – He was a featured international artist for opening of 7ate9 – the new(old) kid on the block at esplanade). One and only, and FIRST time at ayaschool, Christy Smith on ‘Fender’(he specifically use this to call his electric bass) and King of ayaschool, Mohamed Noor on drums. We’re gonna play some killer groove Jazz!
and me: OK! ON! – 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

And for those craving a little electro in their menu for the evening – please proceed without rush to LOUNGE where COUP dishes out their lurrvee of electronic dance music, They are fiends, each possessing his/her own deadly arsenal of beats, hooks, basslines and the works. Spread the word as they bring back the love and appreciation for what truly moves your butts and speaks to the heart, mind and soul. 9:30pm onwards @ LOUNGE
Peace out, ya’ll

Next Page »