Fuller, Ramos team up at 322
By John Sollenberger 04/24/2008
Businesses have come and gone out of the building where Sierra Madre’s Café 322 sits, but the music has always been there. The tradition continues Wednesday night as local musicians Jane Fuller and Ruben Ramos team up for a show.
Singer, songwriter, guitarist and Pasadenan Fuller performs jazz standards and contemporary blues, characterized by a cool, sensual feel and straight-up groove. She works frequently with a circle of established jazz musicians around the area, has toured the West and her music has been played on various radio stations and national TV. Her debut CD, “You’re Coming Back Again,” is available on CD Baby and at her live gigs.
Like Fuller, East LA-born bassist Ramos started playing at an early age, starting out on guitar and switching to bass in high school. He’s performed in everything from rock bands to musical theatre and chamber ensembles. Ramos lists a page full of musical influences, from the Beatles to Brahms, stating in his bio, “…I’m no musical zealot. In the scheme of existence, all good music is valid and has its place and we’re lucky to have so much diversity in the world.” Amen.
Music starts at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Café 322, 322 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre. Call (626) 836-5414.
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