Regal Bidwell Industries
Jump into a groovy night of live jazz magic with Regal Bidwell Industries! Picture this: two musicians cross paths in an Austin Uber—drummer Stephen Bidwell behind the wheel and guitar wizard Raze Regal riding shotgun. Sparks fly, and boom, a band is born, channeling the funky, breakbeat vibes of 1970s CTI and Kudu labels that hip-hop legends have sampled forever.
Featuring Brian Donohoe on saxophone, Erik Telford on trumpet, Raze Regal on guitar, Sean Giddings on piano, Sam Pankey on bass, Michael Longoria on percussion, and Stephen Bidwell on drums. This crew dives deep into jazz-funk masterpieces from Rudy Van Gelder's studio—perfect for crate-diggers and theory nerds alike!
It's a live taping, so keep it whisper-quiet. BYOB with ice, wine keys, and cups provided—plus cold water for sale. Doors at 7:45pm, show at 8pm. Get ready for improvisation that grooves hard!
- Sax: Brian Donohoe
- Trumpet: Erik Telford
- Guitar: Raze Regal
- Piano: Sean Giddings
- Bass: Sam Pankey
- Percussion: Michael Longoria
- Drums: Stephen Bidwell
The Venue
Monks Jazz Club is a vibrant haven for jazz lovers in Austin, celebrating the spirit of improvisation, creativity, and community. Born as a pop-up listening room, this club has blossomed into a state-of-the-art audio and video recording studio and event space, curating mesmerizing concerts by some of the finest jazz musicians in the region.
The club’s founder, jazz pianist Collin Shook, set out to foster an intimate and casual alternative to loud bars and costly halls. Today, Monks Jazz Club offers a listening-room experience where audiences can fully appreciate the artistry of live jazz and enjoy high-quality video and audio tapings from each performance.
- Features an intimate setting perfect for dedicated listening
- Regularly hosts top local and touring jazz artists
- Welcomes fans of all ages
- BYOB events for a relaxed, community feel
- Live and livestreamed concert tapings with exceptional production quality
- Recognized as “Best Virtual Listening Room” by local jazz enthusiasts
- Convenient onsite parking options and friendly staff
Monks Jazz Club is a must-visit Austin destination for anyone who wants to experience live jazz in its purest form.