Name: Rudy Love & The Encore / Malek Azrael & the Vibez
Start: 2025-10-17T21:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-18T01:00:00-05:00
Location: The Ship

$Rudy Love & The Encore \/ Malek Azrael & the Vibez$

A double shot of soul music with influences of indie rock, hip-hop, and pop. Check out these two up and coming acts.
About this Event

Doors 9pm ~ Showtime 10pm ~ 21+

~~~~~~~~~~

Rudy Love & The Encore is comprised of Rudy Love Jr. (vocals & keys), Marrque
Nunley (drums), Rachelle Love (percussion), Mariel Jacoda (vocals), Sherdeill (DJ) Breathett (bass), and Willy Simms (guitar).

The band members have played together for most of their lives, and formally introduced the band Rudy Love & The Encore early last year. Rudy Love Jr.’s late father, renowned musician Rudy Love Sr., was a musical mentor to the band members. The band’s name is in honor of Love Sr., based on the idea that this grouping of musicians is Rudy Love Sr.’s legacy — his encore.

In 2023, the band released their debut EP, The Beauty of Burdens, followed quickly by two more singles, “Broken Angel” and “Grey.” They have been busy since the band’s inception, performing and collaborating with Elise Trouw, performing at Black & Loud Fest in Seattle, opening for notable acts like Teddy Swims and The B-52’s, and playing multiple tours across the nation.They traded the hyper-competitive hustle of the Los Angeles show business scene, and are now working together from their hometown of Wichita, Kan. to build a dream they all hold — to make music with people they love, and to share it with the world.

~~~~~~~~~~

Malek Azrael is a Kansas City-based singer, songwriter, and producer whose music effortlessly blends elements of Indie Rock, R&B, soul, and pop. Born and raised in the heart of the Midwest, Malek’s music is a reflection of his upbringing and his experiences, which he translates into honest, heartfelt lyrics and infectious melodies. Malek’s musical journey began at a young age when he started singing in his church choir. He later honed his craft as a performer, attending music school and performing at various venues across the country. Malek’s hard work and dedication to his craft have earned him a reputation as one of the most promising up-and-coming artists in the industry. With Waves, Malek Azrael and The Vibez have cemented their place in the music world as a force to be reckoned with. Their music is a celebration of life, love, and the beauty of the human experience. As Malek and his band continue to create and evolve, their music promises to inspire and uplift audiences for years to come.