Shane Sato

Join Los Angeles-based drummer, multi-instrumentalist/producer, and bandleader Shane Sato for an evening of modern jazz, soul, and R&B at Campus JAX in Costa Mesa on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

Born and raised in Orange County (Yorba Linda), Shane leads a dynamic five-piece band featuring some of Southern California's finest musicians and will perform music from his latest album, Wavelength, released in May 2026 on Mixto Records. Blending contemporary jazz improvisation, soulful grooves, and rich melodic storytelling, Wavelength explores connection and the shared frequencies that bring people together, featuring collaborations with artists such as Braxton Cook, Reuben James, and Nao Yoshioka. Shane and his band are excited to make their Orange County debut at Campus JAX—a full-circle moment as he returns home to share his music with both familiar faces and new friends.

Biography: Shane Sato is a Japanese-American multi-instrumentalist, producer & songwriter based in Los Angeles who leads an ensemble of LA's finest musicians from behind his drums. Born and raised in Orange County, Shane grew up playing and attending local jazz shows in the greater OC area, being awarded the Steamers & Friends of Jazz High School Scholarship award in 2013. Currently releasing music independently, Shane has amassed over 3.5 million streams across his catalogue, with multiple tracks featured on Spotify playlists such as Fresh Finds Jazz, Morning Rhythm, & Jazzy Beats. In May 2026, Shane released his sophomore solo album, Wavelength, which explores a palette that moves between jazz, indie, & soul, and features collaborations with artists such as Braxton Cook, Reuben James, and Nao Yoshioka. Looking ahead, Shane is planning a tour up the west coast in the fall to promote the album in new cities.