Fresh Vibe Tuesdays Alive at Anthology

Anthology’s Fresh Vibe Tuesday event series is one of the best kept secrets in town. Every Tuesday starting at 7:30pm, Anthology’s award-winning nine member jazz house band performs live for an incredible cover of $5. More Fresh Vibe thrills on the cheap include rotating new menu items from Executive Chef Todd Allison, most under $20, paired with featured wine and cocktail specials.

Chef Todd Allison joined Little Italy’s famed supper club in July of 2010. This culinary veteran is known for mixing things up in the kitchen with unpredictable flavor combinations (cranberry-pistachio pesto, anyone?) and an ever-evolving seasonal menu that often remains on rhythm with Anthology’s musical lineup. 

Jazz enthusiasts know that great musicians often improvise the classics to create new modern melodies. In a venue where music and food run parallel in the spotlight, why should the musicians have all the fun? In fall of 2010, Chef Todd added his own epicurean twist to the Fresh Vibe Tuesday series. Every Tuesday, guests will be treated to new jazzed-up menu innovations. 

Although you may love his signature menu items, such as the Mediterranean Octopus Salad with Greek olives, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes and fresh oregano; or Pan Seared Maple Leaf Duck Breast with caramelized kabocha squash, parsnip and port glaze, Chef Todd is using his artistic freedom to reinterpret culinary classics every Tuesday night. The best part? Most all Tuesday menu specials are priced $20 and under. Pair your choice with a signature cocktail, such as The Gambler with Buffalo Trace Bourbon, white peach puree, brown sugar, mint and lemon; or Purple Rain with lavender infused gin, honey, lemon and champagne, and you’re in for the most fun you’ve had on a school night since 1998. 

And now for the music: watch Anthology’s award-winning nine member jazz house band performing “Sweet Thing” live in the supper club, and get to know each band member below.

Local jazz icon and bass player Tony Muhammad serves as the musical director. A former student of the late great jazz bassist Milt Hinton, he plays both acoustic and electric basses. 

On the trumpet is Derek Cannon. The accomplished performer earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music, and Master of Music degrees from San Diego State University. Cannon has performed with legendary entertainers like Natalie Cole, Clark Terry, The Four Tops and The Temptations. 

The talented drummer Russell Bizzett has a gift for rhythms that gives him a rare versatility with different music types and styles. He brings the rich fullness of this experience to his performances. 

Native San Diegian Jeff Moore is the gifted guitarist. He has rocked out on stage with super-stars like Gary Puckett, Chuck Berry, Solomon Burke and Neville Brothers. His inspiration to become a musician began in 1964 when he saw the Beatles play on the Ed Sullivan show. 

The renowned musical artist John Rekevics serves as tenor saxophonist. Rekevics has appeared with popular performers such as Johnny Mathis, Marilyn McCoo, the Fifth Dimension and the Temptations. Additionally, the faculty member of San Diego State has recently recorded on the American Gramophone label. 

Rebecca Jade delivers as female vocalist. Her passion for music stemmed from growing up in church and in a musical home. A graduate of University of California Berkley, Jade has been singing professionally for the past five years since and has performed with some of San Diego's best musicians. 

On the piano is the smooth sound of Kamau Kenyatta. Originally from Detroit, his versatility comes from his early exposure to a vast array of musical styles. Kenyatta has worked with jazz greats such as Hubert Laws, Earl Klugh, and Donald Byrd. 

Kevin Flournoy also serves as a pianist. Flournoy devoted himself to the study of classical piano and contemporary organ at the University of California, San Diego where he earned a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a minor in Music Science & Technology. He has produced, written, performed and recorded with many artist including Gladys Knight, The Pointer Sisters, American Idol (TV), Hillary Duff, and Jamie Fox. 

For more information about Fresh Vibe Tuesdays at Anthology and to make your reservations now, please call 888.398.2895 or visit Anthology Supper Club in Little Italy.

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