Nikhil Korula Power Trio, Hambone Relay, The Kai Quartet

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM

The Mint, Los Angeles

**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. **Hambone Relay** is a funk rock organ trio based in Los Angeles, known for blending deep-pocket grooves with psychedelic improvised jams. Founded in Philadelphia in 2014 by Mark Brown, the band quickly developed a reputation for high-energy, danceable performances that balance tight arrangements with jazz-inspired improvisation. Driven by swirling organ lines, gritty guitar, and funky drums, Hambone Relay redefines the modern organ trio. https://www.hambonerelay.com/ **The Kai Quartet |** Kai Suzuki is Saxophonist/Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, and Composer. Kai explores pretty sounds across instruments and genres, and brings them to life. https://linktr.ee/Kaisuzukiiii