Jon Blondell returns to reclaim his throne on stage in the basement at The Elephant Room, blending jazz, blues, funk, and soul.
Jon Blondell & Friends play The Elephant Room on Monday, July 20, with Blondell taking the lead. It's a return to the basement stage, and the bill is billed as Blondell returning to reclaim his throne.
If you've spent any time in the Austin jazz scene, you probably know the name. Blondell is one of the city's most versatile players, known as both a trombonist and an electric bassist. He's been a fixture here for decades, and his sets are usually a mix of energy, humor, and musical virtuosity. He doesn't stick to one lane, either—he blends traditional jazz with blues, funk, soul, swing, and New Orleans influences, so the sound can shift throughout the night.
That versatility extends beyond the jazz world. Over the years, he's worked with a wide range of artists, including Willie Nelson and Sublime, which gives you an idea of how far his reach goes. For this show, he'll be on bass, and the basement stage at The Elephant Room is where he'll be holding court.
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With the "& Friends" part of the bill, you can expect a dynamic and unpredictable show. The Elephant Room's basement is a longtime home for jazz in Austin, and Blondell is returning to it on Monday, July 20.
