Drift Room reforms and Long Beach jazz scene notes
A profile of Norm Brown transforming the Drift Room with bold decor, mixers, and swing nights to attract singles and couples, plus a look at rotating acts and musicians like Don Peterson, Sandy Stewart, and Jac Nava. The Long Beach jazz circuit features Memphis Bold concerts, organist events, and a tribute to late banjoist Ted Brown.
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Drift Room
Norm
Wolding
Don Peterson
Sandy Stewart
Gil Bernal
Hayden Caysey
Carl Serogeins
Jac Nava
Memphis Bold
Long Beach
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Broadway
Linden Avenue
Bolds
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