Gaika James was born in New Orleans, but it was during his college years, he began gigging around Dallas with various types of ensembles (gospel, funk, jazz, reggae, hip-hop, dance/electronica), and gaining a better understanding of how to play and interact with other musicians in creation.  From that journey, the GJQ is born.  The GJQ is an eclectic mix of many genres, with jazz at its root.  The GJQ's members hail from Dallas, West Texas, the Bay area, and southeast Texas.  The GJQ will have you groovin' Thursday evening at Scat Jazz Lounge.  Showtime is 9 p.m.

The popular nightspot is located at 111 W. 4th Street, Ste. 11 in the historic Woolworth Building, basement level.  Look for the alleyway entrance off of 4th Street between the Worthington National Bank and Jos. A. Bank Clothiers.  The club is open Tuesdays through Thursdays and Sundays from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.  Friday's hours are 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Saturdays 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.  Closed on Mondays.  Don't forget...Happy Hour drink specials are served each Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

To see a complete calendar of upcoming events, go to www.scatjazzlounge.com today!