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David Janus, Vanessa McNiel, Nikhil Korula Power Trio, Danny Avila

David Janus, Vanessa McNiel, Nikhil Korula Power Trio, Danny Avila

2026-09-17
19:15:00 - 23:45:00
The Mint , Los Angeles

**Vanessa McNiel** is a Los Angeles-born rock, indie, and alternative singer-songwriter whose honest songwriting and captivating performances have earned her a place on stages around the globe. She toured the globe as the opening act for Adam Ant with the acclaimed all-female rock band The Glam Skanks before embarking on her solo career. Currently recording her self-titled debut EP, Vanessa writes and performs original music on both piano and guitar, drawing from personal experiences to create songs that are both intimate and anthemic. Her goal is simple: to return to the stage, touring under her own name and sharing her music with audiences around the world. VANESSAMCNIEL.COM **Nikhil Korula Power Trio |** Classically trained from age five, Nikhil Korula performed at Carnegie Hall and the Grammys before earning a degree as an opera major from USC Thornton School of Music. Blending calypso, rock, reggae, and Latin grooves, NK Band has captivated audiences worldwide. The band has played major festivals like Bonnaroo, Arroyo Seco and Summerfest, opened for legends like Dave Matthews Band, ZZ Top and Ben Harper and headlined venues like the House of Blues and Apollo Theater. Korula co-wrote Ziggy Marley’s opening song, "Start It Up," for his Grammy winning album in 2017 and now also leads the Nikhil Korula Power Trio, releasing CROSSROADS in 2023 which Chuck Leavell from the Rolling Stones played on. With dynamic live performances and global acclaim, the Nikhil Korula Band is a groovin' powerhouse band not to be missed. www.nkband.com. **David Janus** blends emotionally-driven pop-rock with soaring hooks and imaginative storytelling. Drawing inspiration from artists like Gavin DeGraw and Andrew McMahon, David seeks to design relatable music that every listener can enjoy. https://linktr.ee/thereal_davidjanus Danny Avila | Finding authentic raw power and true heart is rare in contemporary Roots, Blues, and Rock music. Born into a prominent Los Angeles musical legacy - the son of B3 Organ master Hammond Sam Avila and nephew of bassist John Avila - Danny Avila delivers explosive energy with polished fluidity. After years of touring globally and collaborating with top acts including Walter Trout, Andy Frasco and the U.N., Imperial Crowns, and Grammy-nominated Sugaray Rayford, Danny is stepping into the spotlight. Drawing from eclectic influences ranging from Freddie King to Radiohead, he is launching his solo career powered by his own original music. https://www.dannyavilamusic.com/

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