Kris Di Noto - Drums
Gianni Staiano - Organ
Mark Van Ness - Guitar
Influences
Meters, New Mastersounds, Ray Charles, MMW, John Scofield, Grant Green, Larry Goldings, Soulive, Al Green, Galactic, Led Zeppelin, Barbara Streisand, Lionel Ritchie, Black Sabbath and about a thousand others.
7 Come 11 - Live @ the Red in Santa Cruz, CA
7 Come 11 - Live @ the Red in Santa Cruz, CA
7 Come 11 - Soulive's "Rudy's Way" @ Monterey Live Moneterey, CA
7 Come 11 - Working on a classic Funky Meters tune
Sounds Like
Press Clips:
Funky Jazz trios like 7 Come 11 simply sound like nothing else. Gianni Staiano, Hammond player for the group (and an accomplished recording artist) coaxes some incredibly expressive, dancy grooves out of that bulky box of keys. Drummer Kris Di Noto (who studied with percussion genius Eugene Novotney, which is enough for me) and guitarist Mark Van Ness... are no slouches either, filling out a band that seems to make for a pretty great dance party.
- Avery James / SCGT
It was the slow crying of keyboardist Gianni Staiano's Hammond that drew me into the room and the meth-a-nized heartbeat flutter of drummer Kris DiNoto and sushi chef incisiveness of guitarist Mark Van Ness that had me waving off friends in order to focus on their opening set. A fine mix of roadhouse ready and '70s electric jazz wow, they played with engaged strength and broad dynamics, moving from whisper low to explosive outbursts in a smooth way. - Dennis Cook / JamBase
7 Come 11 is a Hammond organ trio from Santa Cruz, CA that brings an eclectic
array of styles and sounds to the stage. Laying down super-funky grooves
reminiscent of MMW and Soulive while delving into inspired jams and throwing
out the occasional Black Sabbath or Led Zeppelin homage, this group brings
some serious energy to the stage and leaves audiences wondering how so
much sound can be coming from just three musicians.
Hey guys, I've had some random moments here in the mountains with your original tunes pumping through my head. I miss the 7c11 crew. I hope all is well.
Thursdays show at Moe's Alley is also a Blanket Drive to help Santa Cruz Homeless Shelter! Bring a New or Gently Used Blanket and keep someone in need real warm.
I really enjoyed your music when I was at the red room in Santa Cruz where I'm from, but I live in Los Angeles so if your ever down here please let me know! Take care and have fun up there! I love Santa Cruz. The food is great there too. If you know of any good spots to hang in LA let know ;)
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