DOORS 7PM // SHOWTIME 8PM
The Altons, a standout in the West Coast souldies scene, have risen from Southeast Los Angeles nightclubs to acclaimed stages like Austin City Limits and the Montreal Jazz Festival. As part of Daptone Records' Penrose imprint, they've drawn audiences with Adriana Flores and Bryan Ponce’s captivating vocal interplay, supported by Caitlin Moss on drums and Chris "Bolillo" Manjarrez on bass. Their track “When You Go (That’s When You’ll Know),” even sampled by Mary J. Blige, highlights their broad appeal.
Their debut album, Heartache in Room 14, produced by Bosco Mann, marks a new creative chapter. Ponce reflects, "This album changed our approach to songwriting and recording," while Flores adds, "Working with Gabe at Penrose reshaped our songwriting." Tracks like “Waiting” reveal their lyrical depth, while “Del cielo te cuido” and “Perdóname” blend traditional bolero roots with modern instrumentation. “Your Light” adds a dreamy, heartfelt touch to the album’s diverse sounds.
Set for release in early 2025 alongside a worldwide tour, Heartache in Room 14 promises to elevate The Altons' soul-infused storytelling to new audiences globally.
Thee Sinseers:
Straight out of East L.A. and led by multi-instrumentalist, producer and singer-songwriter Joseph Quiñones, Thee Sinseers feature a full brass section led by Eric Johnson (Tenor sax), Steve Surman (Bari sax) and Joseluis Jimenez (trombone). The line up also includes sweet harmonies and a tight rhythm section consisting of Christopher Manjarrez (Bass), Francisco Flores (Guitar), Bryan Ponce (Guitar/vox), Luis Carpio (Drums/vox) and Adriana Flores (Vox). Together they are a part of a community of musicians who are tying together the nostalgic and the classic with the innovative and the new to bring a unique sound to soul music.
Thee Sinseers are part of the Colemine Records family led by Terry Cole, who released their first singles, “It Was Only A Dream” and “I Don’t Mind” in 2019, with a full length LP, “Sinseerly Yours” releasing in March 2024. The band’s song “Seems Like” was also included in the inaugural compilation, “Presenting Penrose Records” from the Penrose imprint of the renowned, Brooklyn-based label, Daptone Records. The song “It Was Only A Dream” was featured in the feature film “Self Reliance” starring Jake Johnson, and in the TV show, “Riverdale”
To date, Thee Sinseers have dazzled audiences across the country in soul strongholds such as California, Texas, New York, Chicago, Oregon, and more. The road is paved in love and soul and Thee Sinseers are on their way to a venue near you soon.
