LowDown's Upcoming Shows

Rei & The Moving Castle is a music project led by bassist Rei Wang, inspired by the anime worlds that many of us grew up loving. Growing up in Taiwan in the 1990s, Rei was surrounded by anime from a young age—especially the unforgettable works of Studio Ghibli, along with many other iconic creators. These stories, characters, and soundtracks became a natural part of her childhood and stayed with her as she grew up. What touched Rei most was not only the beautiful animation and storytelling, but the deeply emotional music behind them. From Joe Hisaishi’s moving scores for Studio Ghibli, to the powerful, almost narrative-driven music found in series like One Piece and Attack on Titan, these melodies carried feelings of wonder, courage, loneliness, and hope that many fans know by heart.'[== With Rei & The Moving Castle, Rei hopes to share those emotions again—through music that reconnects us with the memories, dreams, and timeless stories that anime has given us. Whether you grew up with these stories or are discovering them anew, Rei & The Moving Castle welcomes you. Come listen, remember, and feel it together. Band members include: Rei Wang on upright bass, David Bowen on drums, Kendrik Mckinney on piano, Brian Belanus on guitar, and Collin Ferrell on saxophone. Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. All-ages show. 

With a soulful mix of R&B, jazz, and timeless hits, Ms. Val delivers powerful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and an unforgettable live music experience. Parry Harding - Guitar Brian Jones - Keys Elijah Hill - Drums Recco Bennett - Bass Damion Rozell - Trumpet Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Ages 21+ ABOUT VALARIE HARDING: Valarie “Ms. Val” Harding is a powerhouse vocalist whose soulful voice and commanding stage presence leave a lasting impression. A featured contestant on Season 22 of The Voice, Team Legend, she continues to move audiences while inspiring others through Voice With Val Music Studio. 

Tulsa's elite jazz band, The Free Samples, will perform a special collection of fusion classics by Herbie Hancock, Steps Ahead, and Weather Report, as well as originals from members of the band. The Free Samples includes Tommy Poole (saxophones), Kenny Reichert (guitar), Nick Mancini (vibraphone), Aaron Spiers (bass), and Ricky Gonzalez (drums). Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. The 6:30 p.m. show is All Ages! ABOUT FREE SAMPLES: The Free Samples is Oklahoma's premier electronic-instrumental jazz ensemble. Formed in 2017, the group regularly performs at music festivals across the region. Newest members of The Free Samples include Kenny Reichert on guitar and Aaron Spiers on bass. Kenny is regular in the Chicago jazz scene. He just released his fourth album as leader, "Live in Chicago" on Shifting Paradigm Records. Kenny is also the newest addition to the Oklahoma State University Jazz faculty. 

Don't miss a special intimate performance featuring electric and acoustic performances by Green Country guitar legend, Seth Lee Jones. Seth Lee Jones on guitar and vocals, Bo Hallford on bass, and Dustin Rhodes on drums. Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ ABOUT SETH LEE JONES Seth Lee Jones not only relishes his Tulsa roots, but he actively nurtures them to ensure they remain real and relevant. His recorded materials reflect his strong work ethic as a master luthier, continually developing his unique playing style that complements his original material and his fresh interpretations of covers. Distinguished in any number of ways, with songs spawned from a decidedly personal perspective, his live shows are a visceral experience with steadfast strut, all drenched in sweat and brash boogie. With three releases under his belt, festival performances, praise from guitar heads around the globe, and a recent sit-in with Tedeschi Trucks Band, Jones is poised to break out in a big way with his dynamite band, providing the perfect platform to launch his raw, unbridled roots & blues rock hot rod. Seth was inspired to build guitars and become a luthier at the same time he learned to play. A third generation musician - his mother, his uncles, and grandfathers were guitar enthusiasts - he was initially drawn to the music of Ray Charles, but soon discovered guitar held more appeal for him than piano. He also took lessons in order to learn assorted styles. "I like to get different perspectives," he reflects. “I find that it’s good to ask different people different questions in order to get their different perspective, all in the hopes of getting to the same conclusion.” Nevertheless, he started his career as an apprentice for a furniture manufacturer and then discovered that his woodworking skills could translate into being able to build guitars. He explored those interests by enrolling in the Musicians Institute, and pursued his studies at the institute’s Guitar Craft Academy, where he was taught the manufacture and repair of stringed fretted instruments. After graduating at the top of his class, he went to work for the man who had actually designed the academy’s curriculum. He also began teaching manufacture and repair at Tulsa Wood Arts. He carried on his craft through a career that has, for the past 13 years, resulted in his own brand of guitars and the building of 25 - 30 guitars from scratch each year. He also works in restoration and repair as well as sharing his skills through consulting and teaching. “I guess it's not normal to be an instrument maker and musician,” Seth suggests. “However, it’s always been normal to me.” In fact, others have taken notice. One writer declared, “He makes 'em, he plays 'em, and with his Tulsa-based trio, the luthier and slide-guitar whiz is looking to extend the catalog of blues standards.” 

Don't miss your chance to see one of Shaq's favorite comics, Robert Powell III, LIVE at LowDown on Saturday, April 25! Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ ABOUT ROBERT POWELL III Robert Powell III is a stand-up comedian and political satirist whose uncommon path from Louisiana politics to national comedy gives his voice rare authority and edge. A former Deputy Chief of Staff and gubernatorial appointee under the Bobby Jindal administration, Robert left a fast-rising political career to pursue comedy full-time—betting on himself and winning. After years on the road, he became Louisiana’s Comedian of the Year three consecutive times and joined Shaquille O’Neal All‑Star Comedy Jam, touring nationwide for over a decade. His television credits include Atlanta, where he was personally cast by Donald Glover in the Emmy-nominated episode that made his character “Bibby” an instant fan favorite. He is also a national ad spokesperson for major brands including Uber, Adidas, Starbucks, McDonald’s, and more. Additional appearances span Showtime, HBO, Netflix, and Just For Laughs’ Fresh Faces in Montreal, Canada.