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Back From Japan

adminfredross — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:40:45 +0000

Peter Horvath, Victor Little, Fred Ross, Ray Obiedo Japan April 2012

Back from a successful tour with my man Pee Wee Ellis. We were in Japan this tour for four day’s (eight shows at the Cotton Club). We brought the funk from the Bay Area as most of the cats John Mader, Ray Obiedo, Victor Little, Peter Horvath live in and around San Francisco. The only player (besides Pee Wee) not from the Bay Area was Gary Winters on trumpet, tearing it up as usual, Gary is from Hanover, by way of Cincinnati. The Cotton Club was very attentive and gracious, the audiences were fun and Pee Wee made them very much part of the show. It was my first trip to Japan, and I hope we get a chance to return soon. Thanks to the Cotton Club and their entire staff, the Blue Note organization , Pee Wee ,Charlotte, and the Funky Bay Area cats. Big fun ,great laughs , And crazy jazzy, funky music.

Peace,

Fred Ross

Hey It’s me….

adminfredross — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:15:47 +0000

I’m back….Been away for a bit taking care of myself, so here’s what’s been happening. The Fred Ross Project @ The Starlight Room in the past month had the likes of our former Mayor (Da Mayor Mr. Willie Brown ) stop by to pay us a visit. FYI, my parents had a upholstery business for about 40 years or so, and Willie Brown was one my mom and dad’s clients. It was really good to see him. Over the past 15 years that I’ve been at the Starlight room, Willie frequently stops by to hang out with us. Also, Brian Copeland From 7 live also dropped in. And then there was my good friend Mr. Dick Bright, whom I’ve worked with in the past and still do private parties and such and Mr.Buddy Love . As for my band what can I say smoking as usual.

More to come shortly peace & lots of love ,
Fred Ross

Schedule Update

adminfredross — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:43:31 +0000

Just updated the schedule through April. A number of shows at the Starlight room. In March there are two gigs with Dick Bright’s SRO. Great news Fred will be appearing with “The Pee Wee Ellis Assembly” at the Cotton Club in Japan April 05th through the 09th. And lastly, Fred will be with Tony Sanders and “Romancing The Bass” for a show in April. For the updated schedule please go to the link in red Schedule Link

February Calendar

adminfredross — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:59:14 +0000

Just posted my Calendar for February you can find it at this link:

Fred Ross Calendar

Or just go to the Events/Schedule tab on my site.

Update on Tony Saunders gig

adminfredross — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:07:59 +0000

Ray Obiedo/Tony Saunders

A week ago Saturday (January 21st) I was at George’s in San Rafael with Tony Saunders and the Romancing The Bass Band . The show started with the Ray Obiedo Latin Jazz Band featuring some amazing players, extremely cool vibe from the audience. I saw some old friends I have not seen in years. I was asked by Ray and David K Mathews (from the Carlos Santana band) to sing “At Last” by Etta James do to her recent passing. Dave played with her for a number of years and I was more than happy to sing the song with him, and for Etta. What a talent and what a song . May she rest in peace. Tony Saunders and the band kick into gear and the crowd responded Rich Aguon on drums and vocals was amazing Nikita and Misa sang … Allen Leong and Bill Hampton did what they always do no matter whom they are performing with.. Tony of course slapping and making the crowd feel welcome. All in all a fun show. Be Blessed FRED Ross

Blog Update January 16, 2012

adminfredross — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:59:24 +0000

Ray Obiedo/Tony Saunders

This past Weekend at the Starlight Room was great. Friday Ron Smith was on drums and vocals, what an amazing talent this young man is.

Saturday my boi Deszon was back in the chair tearing it up . I feel so blessed to be around so many amazing musicians.

Preparing for the show with Tony Saunders this weekend Saturday the 21st at George’s, also on the bill is Ray Obiedo and his band. This should be big fun I’m already fired up. Holla back soon peace Fred Ross.

This Past Weekend with The Fred Ross Project And Tower Of Power

adminfredross — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:01:12 +0000

The New Year has started off with a bang. I had a rare Friday night off, so I decided to go to Yoshi’s in Oakland to see Tower Of Power with my partner in crime Tony Lindsay (lead singer for Carlos Santana). Emilio Castillo and Larry Braggs invited Tony and I to sing What Is Hip? with the band. What fun we had when Tony, Larry, and I on stage at the same time, singing, dancing, and laughing…way cool, great way to spend the night off. After 44 years Tower Of Power is still smoking. Saturday night at the Starlight Room was off the chain, very enthusiastic crowd, and the band was slammin. Sunday, my wonderful wife Rebecca who love’s to cook, so we entertained dear friends from Las Vegas..yet another great time hanging with them in our home. So I’m already having a great week…please do the same. Blessings–Fred Ross.

Happy New Year Everyone

adminfredross — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:44:52 +0000

It has been awhile since I have blogged, just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year. A bit about this past week, New Year’s eve “The Fred Ross Project” performed at The Starlight Room to a sold out crowd. The band was slamming and the audience responded by partying there #**’es off. It was a great way to end 2011 and start 2012 for myself and the band. Really looking forward to 2012. Happy New Year to you all.

Updated Schedule

adminfredross — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:26:38 +0000

Just updated the January 2011 schedule. Every Saturday and Sunday at Harry Denton’s for the month, except January 21. January 21 with Tony Saunders. For more info go: www.fredrossproject.com/events

Is It You

adminfredross — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:48:06 +0000

Just posted a Youtube of the Tony Saunders cover of Lee Ritenour’s “Is It You”. This is from Tony’s new CD “Romancing The Bass. And yes its Fred on vocals. For more on Tony go to his web site at: www.tonysaunders.com

The Youtube can be found on the home page on the website on the lower left side.