Mel Brown

Mel Brown B3 Organ Group

"If this band appeared in New York City, they'd be a sensation!" That was guitar great—and one-time Mel Brown bandmate George Benson's reaction after hearing the Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group back in 2003. In fact, this true all-star band (all four members are Oregon Music Hall of Fame inductees) has been a sensation going back to 1997, when they began a 20-year run on Thursday evenings at Portland's legendary Jimmy Mak's (The Oregonian dubbed them Jimmy Mak's signature group).

They've continued their Thursday night tradition at the Jack London Revue for the past 6 years. With a collective resume that reads like a Who's Who of NW jazz, blues, and soul, this group has the talent and confidence to be completely spontaneous—from their blistering solos to their improvised arrangements and segues. No wonder they've thrilled audiences wherever they've played. Count among the band's fans jazz great Christian McBride, host of National Public Radio's Jazz Night In America. In an October 2021 broadcast, McBride interviewed Mel and played excerpts from a Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group festival set. At one point in the program, McBride exclaimed, "My mind is blown!"

Seating and Admission Notes

For this show, you may reserve individual tables on the map pictured. Note that some tables have limited sightlines as noted. All table reservations include admission.

General Admission ticket holders note that seating and sightlines are limited and may be standing room only.

Event Rules

This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.