2 years of Sizzlin’ Jazz: Jeff Lofton & Ruth’s Chris Steak House

For Immediate Release:  November 17, 2011

For More Information:
Dean Lofton, (512) 636-1346, dean@deanlofton.com

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Nida Sellers, Ruth’s Chris Steak House,  (512) 477-7884, rsch11@aol.com  www.RuthsChris-Austin.com

 

 

Ruth’s Chris Steak House and trumpeter Jeff Lofton

celebrate two years of Sizzlin’ Jazz

Austin - With New Orleans roots and over 26 years in the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin’s first USDA Prime Steak House, locally owned Ruth’s Chris Steak House proudly celebrates two years of Sizzlin’ Jazz in the Lounge with the Jeff Lofton Trio this month. Called a “veritable jazz virtuoso” by NPR-affiliate KUT and “an Austin jazz giant” by music critic Andy Langer, the Jeff Lofton Trio performs every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Ruth’s Chris Steak House is located off the corner of Sixth Street and Congress Avenue.

The Jeff Lofton Trio includes bassist Chris Jones and drummer Ernie Durawa. Jones is a graduate of the New School of Manhattan who moved to Austin after eight years abroad in Japan. Durawa is a Grammy-winning drummer and also a member of the Texas Tornadoes. Voted “Best Jazz Band” at the ’10-’11 Austin Music Awards at SXSW, Lofton also just made his big screen debut performing original music in the world premiere of the drama “A Swingin’ Trio” at the Austin Film Festival.

Guests at Ruth’s Chris Steak House enjoy the classic ambiance of world-class jazz with their dinner conversations, celebrations or meetings and often stop in the lounge after dinner for a few more songs. The softly lit, warm, wood-paneled lounge with overstuffed chairs provides an intimate listening room. The Lounge is also perfect for networking and socializing with appetizers and drinks, along with great people-watching through the full-glass wall overlooking Sixth Street as it meets Congress Avenue.

A Taut Story of Relationship Tension

A Taut Story of Relationship Tension.

A Swingin’ Trio featured on NPR-affiliate KUT.

Jeff Lofton Trio in “A Swingin’ Trio” at the Austin Film Festival

Congrats to the creative team, cast and crew of “A Swingin’ Trio” for their premiere at the Austin Film Festival. The indie drama  includes  Jeff Lofton performing original jazz on-screen with the Jeff Lofton Trio featuring bassist Chris Jones and drummer Masumi Jones.

“…The Austin-shot ‘A Swingin’ Trio’ ..a tense tale of secrets, lies, and revelations…” – Slackerwood

“A Swingin’ Trio is smart, dark, sexy and unexpectedly funny.” – Culture Map

“ … Like any great Austin enterprise, music is central to the production. A Swingin’ Trio refers to the three characters in the film as well as an actual jazz combo, played by the much-acclaimed Jeff Lofton Trio. The group acts as a kind of Greek chorus, who’s melodies and rhythms narrate the story as much as the dialogue.”
- Culture Map

Premiered Friday, October 21, 7pm Rollins Theatre at the Long Center for the Performing Arts NEXT SHOWING: Wednesday, October 26, 6pm Texas Spirit Theater at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. Tickets: 30-45 minutes in advance of the showings $10

Kris Miller featured in The Westlake-Picayune

Check out DLPR client Kris Miller in this profile in the Westlake Picayune.

Congrats to decorator Kris Miller who won a first-place award in an international design contest for a complete renovation and transformation of a master bath. Chosen from over 250 entries, Miller received her award during Decorating Den Interiors’ 42nd Annual Design Conference, in Phoenix, Arizona in May. Over thirty leading home furnishings magazine editors representing Better Homes & Gardens, Traditional Home, House Beautiful, House & Garden, Good Housekeeping, and many other publications participated as judges and completed their reviews in New York City and at the High Point Spring Furniture Market. Miller’s win also earned her a title as the company’s Decorator of the Year, first runner-up.

 

Jon Christopher CD Release Show Thursday at the Cactus Cafe

“…  is the sort of musician who’s inspired by artists as diverse as Cat Stevens, Kings of Leon or Arcade Fire, then works that inspiration into a melding of R&B, blues and rock sounds, the kind of genre-bending you find throughout the entire new album” – KUT

Check out today’s Austin Music Minute featuring Jon Christopher:

Jon Christopher CD Release Show Thursday at the Cactus Cafe.

And catch Jon Christopher on KXAN TV today on News at Noon – streaming live from KXAN.com.

Girls Rock After School Program – Apply Now!

Girls Rock After School Program – Apply Now!.

Great blog post on KUT about Girls Rock Camp Austin’s new afters school program. DLPR has enjoyed promoting the camp this summer and looks forward to working on the after school program, and Women Rock Camp later this fall. Check them out at GirlsRockCampAustin.org.

Jon Christopher CD release Cactus Cafe – Sept. 1

New York blues and rock singer/songwriter Jon Christopher Allen  

releases self-titled CD at Austin’s Cactus Cafe

Austin - Jon Christopher Allen releases his third album at the Cactus Cafe, 24^th and Guadalupe, on Thursday, September 1, at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available online at www.cactuscafe.org or at the door. In ten original songs the self-titled album, produced in Austin, showcases Allen’s ever-evolving songwriting talent. From love songs to uplifting encouragement, to humor, his lyrics tell stories that ring true and offer genuine human connection.Local Latin folk/rock singer/songwriter Gina Chavez will open the show.

“Jon’s music comes from the heart. His voice is uniquely passionate and his song writing stays with you,” says Frank Pacella of CNN’s World Beat.