Jamie Duncan Trio

Jamie Duncan is an East Bay guitar player whose styles include country, jazz, Americana, and rock n’ roll. Jamie began playing the guitar at the age of 12, and is largely self-taught. He was drawn to the Fender Telecaster after discovering the music of Roy Buchanan in his early 20s, and quickly fell in love with country, jazz, and western swing. The influence of Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, Les Paul, Danny Gatton, Wes Montgomery, and Lenny Breau soon followed.

Having spent the last 5 years as a sideman in numerous Bay Area country, Americana, and jazz groups, he has now formed his own group, the core of which includes Tim Rowe (Crying Time, Inner Ear Brigade) on drums, and Joe Kyle Jr. (Howell Devine, The Waybacks) on bass. The trio performs mostly instrumental music, ranging from swing-driven country jazz in the tradition of The Texas Troubadours to moodier, more introspective pieces, with improvisation at the center and a shared approach to bringing these different musical traditions together.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door, general admission; $15 for student/low-income individuals. Children under 12 are free. Advance tickets are available here, or if the show is not sold out, you may purchase your tickets at the door before the show.

Doors open 30 minutes before show time. We accept cash or Venmo only at the door.

The Back Room is an all-ages, BYOB (for those 21+) space, dedicated to (mostly) acoustic music of all kinds. You are welcome to bring your own food and beverages. The venue is ADA accessible. If you need more information or have any questions, please call us: #510-381-1997.

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Although masks are no longer required, we strongly encourage their use to keep everyone safe in our intimate space.

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