New CD Release - Mind's Eye by Kama Ruby and the Rough Cuts

Hey, I'm not one to usually brag about stuff (cough,cough), but, I have a hot wife who is a talented actress, dancer, and singer.

She has a new CD out - just released this month -"Mind's Eye" by Kama Ruby and the Rough Cuts.

It's an interesting and eclectic mix of genres and features some heavyweight musicians, including:

Mike Garson (he was David Bowie's long time pianist for all of you cretins out there),

Tom Walsh (drummer and one of the original members of America and Spyro Gyra),

and the legendary Jane Getz (Google her) - she also co-produced the album.

I might be slightly biased, but, this CD is great!

You can download any track or the entire album at CD Baby (other sites will be offering it as well soon, such as Amazon, iTunes, etc. Here's a link: Mind'sEye @CDBaby

Or, if you are like me and just have to have that hard copy in your hand, with all of the cool pictures and liner notes, you can order an autographed copy right here: Mind's Eye Autographed CD

So, wth are you waiting for? Get out that credit card, you won't regret it!

A Gnarls Barkley song on accordion? Why that’s, uh, “Crazy!”

Kama Ruby and the Rough Cuts will be making an appearance at The Padre Hotel on November 4^th, 2016. The jazz influenced group will be providing entertainment for a fundraiser that will benefit the Housing & Opportunity Foundation of Kern.

Entitled “Dreaming Beyond the Stars – Une Nuit de Paris,” the French themed evening is the premier gala fundraising event for the organization, a non-profit whose mission is to provide services to the neediest of families, as well as low & fixed income seniors in Kern County.

Attendees will be able to enjoy crepes, French kiss cocktails, and many more surprises.

Reasoning that most people would rather have a hand up than a hand out, the Foundation helps to provide tools and education for those in need in Kern County. By supporting this effort, either by attending this event or becoming a sponsor, you will help them become assets not only to their community but also to themselves.

A Bakersfield native and graduate of CSUB and UNLV, Ms. Ruby is well known for her unique interpretations of jazz standards as well as imparting a jazzy influence upon classic rock and pop tunes. She is also known for “themed” concerts such as a night of Burt Bacharach songs or performances devoted to artists such as Joni Mitchell.

For this event, the group has added several French songs to their set list, including “Ou Vent les Fleurs” (“Where Have All the Flowers Gone?”) and the classic Edith Piaf song, “Non, Je ne Regrette Rien.” (Film enthusiasts will recognize that as the “kick” song used in the movie, “Inception,” to awaken Leonardo DiCaprio and his associates from their journeys into the world of dreams.

As an added attraction and performing for the first time with Ms. Ruby, Bakersfield’s world renowned accordionist Richard Noel will add his distinctive and virtuoso skills to the group. The former CSUB professor and tennis star has attracted a huge following across the world. Earlier this year he traveled to Australia to perform for his fans and wowed audiences there.

Completing the powerhouse musical group will be pianist Doug Davis, the former man-in-charge of the Bakersfield Jazz Festival, Mark Meyer on sax, and Glen Fong on bass.

In addition to the Piaf song above, attendees will enjoy renditions of other songs not normally heard in the local musical scene, including Grace Jones’ “Libertango” and a duet of Gnarls Barkley’s “Crazy,” with Ms. Ruby on vocals accompanied by Mr. Noel on accordion – something one definitely doesn’t experience every day!

Activities will start at 6:30 p.m. and end at midnight. Tickets for this charitable event are $125 and available at the following link: Tickets

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Metro Galleries to present Stages, a unique and moving cabaret

Metro Galleries to present Stages, a unique and moving cabaret

Stages cast, l-r: Alicia Richardson, Tiffany Carmel, Barbie Radd, Linda Barbour, Kama Ruby

Photo © Frank Maccioli 

Bakersfield Jazz this weekend, new venue too

Bakersfield Jazz this weekend, new venue too

 Kama Ruby, photo © Frank Maccioli

Bakersfield Jazz: the week ahead, May 21 - 27

Bakersfield Jazz: the week ahead, May 21 - 27

Kama Ruby, photo © Frank Maccioli

"Wish You Were Here" - new art exhibit at Metro Galleries tonight, new music too

Kama Ruby and Company performing at Metro Galleries tonight.

"Wish You Were Here" - new art exhibit at Metro Galleries tonight, new music too

Jazz this weekend: Mar. 9 - 11

Lots of jazz this weekend. Read about it here:

Jazz this weekend: Mar. 9 - 11

Andy Martin will appear at CSUB tonight.

Jazz this weekend: Mar. 2 - 4

Kama Ruby, Mike Montano, Jimmy and Kim Narducci, Que Pasa Jazz Night, and the Bakersfield Dance Orchestra this weekend.

Jazz this weekend: Mar. 2 - 4

Kama Ruby will be at Metro Galleries tonight. Photo © F. J. Maccioli

Jazz in Bakersfield tonight, Feb. 25

Kama Ruby & Jeff Rosbrugh, Mike Montano, Dena Reynolds, and the CSUB Jazz Coffeehouse - all tonight!

Jazz in Bakersfield tonight, Feb. 25

Dena Reynolds

Jazz this weekend: Feb. 17 - 19

Some interesting gigs this weekend. Check them out here and click on the hyperlinks for more details!

Jazz this weekend: Feb. 17 - 19

Jazz this weekend: Feb. 3 - 5

Jazz, big band dancing, and more. Here are some jazzy things to do this Super Bowl weekend:


Jazz this weekend: Feb. 3 - 5

Photo © Frank Maccioli

Jazz, harmonicas, and the Kevin Bacon game

Here's something I put together on a lark. Nothing special - just a little something. Hope you like it:

Jazz, harmonicas, and the Kevin Bacon game

Jazz About Town, Jan. 23, 2012

Get the latest on jazz gigs in the area.

Jazz About Town, Jan. 23, 2012

Bakersfield Jazz: Dec. 16-18

Kama Ruby & Steve Eisen; Mike Montano - live jazz this Saturday. Get the info here:

Bakersfield Jazz: Dec. 16-18

photo © F. Maccioli

Kama Ruby and Company with special guest, Jamael Dana Dean, at Metro Galleries

Catch Kama Ruby and a great young phenom, Jamael Dean at Metro Galleries on Friday. More info in my article at the link below:


Kama Ruby and Company with special guest, Jamael Dana Dean, at Metro Galleries

Jukebox Legends at Empty Space Theater, May 21 - June 5

Jukebox Legends at Empty Space Theater, May 21 - June 5

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