Sal’s Greenhouse is ready to kick the funk out Saturday night to help kick off the Brewery Art Center’s Levitt AMP Concert Series presented by the Change Companies. This will be the band’s first time visiting the capital. “We’re really happy to be part of it and looking forward to getting out there,” Sally Green said. The band brings funk music that incorporates soul, rock, and R&B to create their own unique sound. This is the Bay-area band’s first show back as a complete band since the pandemic started. Green said they have all stayed busy working on solo projects. The lineup for the show Saturday includes Green on vocals/baritone sax; Chris Brown on trumpet; Cam Perridge on guitar; Michael Wynar on guitar; Hassan Hurd on drums and Bryan Dean on bass. She said everyone in her band is very talented. They each stand out in their own way and bring a ton of energy. They take turns with solos and showing off what they’ve got, so it’s fun for the audience to see them, Green said. “Everybody really shines in the band, and that’s what makes us unique,” she said. They’ll have new music to play in front of everyone. They released their most recent EP “Bloom” in March 2020 and haven’t had a chance to play these songs in front of a live audience. Green said the live show is high energy and lots of fun with a lot of dance music. “I think the audience enjoys us a lot,” she said. “Even if they haven’t seen us, everyone is at home and they keep moving and dancing, and we like to keep it that way the entire set.” Sal’s Background Besides vocals, Sal also plays a baritone saxophone at shows. “It’s a powerful instrument, so it’s a lot of fun to play,” she said. She started out on instruments, playing classical piano as a child. She said she’s always played horns. And through that, she has always been fond of funk music. She studied jazz in college, but she said her creativity has always leaned toward funk. Some of her influences include Tower of Power, Nick Acosta and the Ohio players. She also had a solo album release on June 25. “I always like to put out great content and I’m known for my musicianship and energy,” she said. “And I always like to keep it funky and have a good time.”
IF YOU GO WHAT: Jelly Bread and Sal’s Greenhouse at Brewery Art Center’s Levitt AMP Concert Series WHERE: The Change Companies Stage, 449 West King St. at the Brewery Arts Center WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday, July 10 MORE INFO: https://breweryarts.org http://www.jellybread.net https://www.salsgreenhouse.com/ MORE FROM THE BAC Besides music, the BAC concerts also include variety of food trucks at each show, bars, kids’ activities including the free mural wall, pets on leashes are welcome, handicap parking on Second Street. BAC Executive Director Gina Lopez said the BAC has some environmental changes they are looking forward to this year. "The Brewery Arts Center is proud to let everyone know that we are moving towards a greener environment with multiple, new bike racks to encourage motor free transportation and our 5th anniversary stainless reusable cup for purchase that will get you discounts on every beer you buy for the rest of the season." Regarding COVID-19 safety, she said everyone should feel welcome and comfortable coming to the shows. "There will be no mask-shaming allowed at the BAC, if you feel more comfortable wearing a mask or are unvaccinated, please feel free to wear a mask and we have enough room to practice social distancing during the event to enjoy at your own comfort level.”
