Dave Tull & Friends Live from Vic’s Las Vegas | Jazz, Humor, Storytelling & Virtuoso Musicianship

Recorded live at Vic’s Las Vegas, this episode of Live from Vic’s Las Vegas showcases drummer, vocalist, songwriter, and bandleader Dave Tull in a captivating performance that blends jazz, swing, comedy, and storytelling into a uniquely entertaining live experience.

Dave Tull is widely respected in the jazz world as a triple-threat musician—equally accomplished behind the drum kit, at the microphone, and as a composer. Over the course of his career, Tull has performed with major artists including Barbra Streisand, Michael Bublé, and a wide range of jazz and pop legends, earning a reputation for musical precision paired with wit and warmth on stage.

This live recording captures Dave Tull performing with longtime collaborators Dave Loeb on piano and John Belzaguy on bass, forming a tight, responsive trio that effortlessly shifts between swinging standards, original compositions, and humorous, narrative-driven songs. Throughout the set, Tull’s magnetic stage presence shines—mixing sharp lyricism, observational humor, and expressive vocals with dynamic drumming and deeply musical arrangements.

Listeners will hear extended performances that move from playful storytelling pieces like “Fly by the Seat of My Pants” to reflective, jazz-infused interpretations of classic material, all delivered with impeccable timing and audience rapport. The set highlights the spontaneity of live jazz—moments of improvisation, laughter, and connection that simply can’t be replicated in the studio.

Live from Vic’s Las Vegas is produced by 91.5 Jazz & More (KUNV) and documents the city’s vibrant live jazz scene through intimate, high-quality concert recordings. This episode is a perfect listen for fans of vocal jazz, modern swing, musician-led storytelling, and live performances where personality and musicianship are equally on display.