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Media Addicts is a modern jazz quartet with an aggressive, image evoking sound. Whereas “smooth jazz” leaves out the dirt and sweat, Media Addicts happily inserts those elements into edgy, sometimes post-apocalyptic sounding compositions. The group came together in the summer of 2006 while its members (Billy Graczyk – guitar, David Hirsch – sax, Eric Miller – drums, Brent Wallace – bass) were attending McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul, Minnesota. 
Amongst jazz musicians there is the common denominator of influences: Miles, 'Trane, Wayne Shorter, Mingus, John Mclaughlin – 
Media Addicts is no different here. But what makes them “modern” are influences like Metallica, Tool, Chris Potter, Youssou N'Dour, Thomas Mapfumo, and Jan Garbarek. An eclectic set, yes, and Media Addicts cleverly finds ways to mix it all into their songs in a cohesive manner. 
Drawing on the rich tapestry of influences from his musical world, Pavel Jany has brought the splendidly sophisticated album, Songs, into reality as Ticket To Brasil's third album. Through experimentation and creative revision, Pavel has arranged a collection of updated favorites as well as some spicy, new material culminating in a body of captivating and alluring sounds. Songs offers audiences five original compositions and seven renditions of works by renowned Brazilian artists, adding depth and complexity through transfixing rhythms, impeccable phrasing and sublime harmony. To this end, the already significant talents of the Ticket To Brasil band members has been joined by an impressive collection of prolific and prodigiously-gifted contributors from Brazil, France and the United States. The high caliber of musical mastery and commitment from these artists creates, unquestionably, one of the most unique, complex, and original banquets of Bossa Nova, Samba and Brazilian jazz. Enjoy! 
Headspace, featuring Rob Dewey on piano, Rich Casey on bass, Nick Haas on guitar and Eron Woods on drums, explores sonic styles from bop to boogaloo. Two sets, beginning at 7:30pm. No cover. Every Monday - except the first Monday of the month.Check out this video: 
Sample some 'organic cookin' with the Tuesday Night Band. Hammond B-3 organ lovers have been flocking to the AQ on Tuesday nights for over a decade to get a soulful dose of funky jazz. 
The Tuesday Night Band features "Downtown" Bill Brown (Hammond B-3), Billy Franze (guitar), and Kenny Horst (drums) + guests! Anything can happen - and frequently does. Check out these videos: "April in Paris" 
The Artists' Quarter's hottest night opens with the Cory Wong Quartet featuring Zach W. Schmidt on drums, Cory J. Wong on guitar, Andy Schuster on bass and Dan M. Musselman on piano starting at 7:00 P.M. These young, talented musicians provide the perfect prelude to the AQ's longest standing engagement. Check this video of the Cory Wong Quartet