The Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe is one of the finest jazz clubs in the country. This small venue has hosted the greatest names in jazz including Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, and more. I will be updating this post throughout the year to reflect the artists I see live at the Dirty Dog.
This is the first year that the club moves on after the passing of owner Gretchen Valade. Gretchen was known as the Angel of Jazz, and her place at the bar now serves as a tribute to her and all she did for the Detroit community. We miss you Gretchen.
Ron English and band. January 10, 2023
Ron English, Guitar; James Hughes, sax; Zen Zadravec, piano; Jeff Pedraz, bass; and Renell Gonzalves, drums.
Naima Shamborguer and band. March 4, 2023
Naima Shamborguer, vocals; Marion Hayden, bass; Ian Finkelstein, piano, and Djallo Djakate, drums.
Gayelynn McKinney and McKinFolk. March 11, 2023
Gayelynn McKinney, drums
Trunino Lowe, trumpet
Jeffrey Trent, sax
Ian Finkelstein, piano
Caelin Amin, bass
Michelle McKinney, vocals
Gayelynn McKinney 
Michelle McKinney 
Trunino Lowe 
Michelle McKinney 
Trunino Lowe 
Trunino Lowe 
Gayelynn McKinney 
Gayelynn McKinney 
Gayelynn McKinney 
Jeffrey Trent 
Ian Finkelstein 
Caelin Amin 
Gayelynn McKinney 
Trunino Lowe 
Michelle McKinney 
Michelle McKinney 
Michelle McKinney 
Michelle McKinney
