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Curated by The Reverend Shawn Amos

April 4, 2026 at 8 PM

The Amanda Castro Band brings a fresh, glamorous twist to the stage with a vibrant mix of jazzy pop, big band swing and vintage Latin rhythms. With Old Hollywood flair and charismatic energy, Amanda Castro leads her 7-piece band through an unforgettable evening of music–featuring classic standards and reimagined pop hits with style and fresh arrangements. Known for their high-energy performances and magnetic audience connection, the Amanda Castro Band delivers an exciting, feel good experience that celebrates the golden age of music with a modern spark.

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The Amanda Castro Band is a vibrant ensemble specializing in swing, big band, and vintage Latin hits, bringing a fresh yet nostalgic sound to audiences everywhere. Led by the dynamic vocalist Amanda Castro, the band seamlessly blends classic styles with modern flair, creating an unforgettable musical experience.

With a repertoire that spans the golden age of jazz and Latin rhythms Amanda Castro has captivated crowds at prestigious venues across the globe. A standout moment in their journey was a special performance in Taipei, Taiwan, for the renowned luxury brand Harry Winston, showcasing their ability to enchant audiences in diverse settings.

Amanda and the band have graced the stages of several celebrated venues, including Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz Club, the Lewis Family Playhouse, San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, the Laguna Beach Pageant of the Masters and many more. Their engaging performances at Disneyland have further solidified their reputation as one of the premier acts in the swing and big band scene. Some of their past corporate clients include The Seattle Seahawks, Toyota, Cirque De Soleil, LA Lakers, City of Hope, Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and many more.

The Amanda Castro Band is quickly gaining traction with over a million views on their YouTube videos. This impressive online presence reflects their growing popularity and the appeal of their unique sound.

With their infectious energy and passion for music, the Amanda Castro Band continues to celebrate the timeless allure of swing and big band, delighting audiences and leaving a lasting impression wherever they perform.

Celebrated recording artist and NAACP Image Award-winning author Shawn Amos, best known as joyful bluesman The Reverend Shawn Amos, is an astute storyteller of multiple mediums. Shawn invests his unique creative vision and business savvy in both his own work and the endeavors of countless collaborators. He first honed these skills— and a restless entrepreneurial spirit— as a child of 1970s Hollywood, helping his father Wally “Famous” Amos launch a now-iconic cookie brand on then-gritty Sunset Boulevard.

Following a stint at NYU film school, Shawn wrote scripts for A & M films by day, recording and performing original music focusing on race and identity by night. As a record company executive, he conceived and produced multiple releases for both Rhino Entertainment and Shout! Factory, including Grammy-nominated box set Rhapsodies in Black: Music & Words From the Harlem Renaissance and Q: The Musical Biography of Quincy Jones. The legendary Jones subsequently enlisted Shawn to oversee his Listen Up Foundation.

The new millennium saw Shawn unexpectedly pioneer content marketing for companies seeking a potent online voice. This fruitful path led to his current position with communications agency Hudson Cutler, where Shawn counsels executives on everything from media appearances to change management. He is executive producer of the animated series, Cookies & Milk (based upon his debut book), in development at Disney, and author of middle-grade novel, Franklin and the Fabulous 5ive (2026 publication). The Reverend Shawn Amos Dance Party, an album of originals and 1960s dance classics, is forthcoming. Blackbox, the blues and roots music series he curates for Santa Monica performing arts center BroadStage, is in its seventh year.

Jazz & Blues Sponsor:

Richard and Lisa Kendall

blackbox Sponsor:

Ann Petersen and Leslie Pam