Concert & Buffet #63 - Mikey Jose

About Mikey Jose: Mikey Jose is a Vancouver-based singer-songwriter whose music bridges the worlds of R&B, gospel, and pop with effortless soul and heartfelt storytelling. A neuroscience PhD candidate by day and independent artist by night, Mikey embraces the space between science and creativity, crafting songs that connect both brain and heart.

Inspired by artists like Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Leon Thomas, and Beyoncé, Mikey leads with melody and story, creating music that's deeply soulful, playful, and universally relatable. His songwriting has already reached audiences around the world, contributing to songs with more than 11 million streams and international radio play—all before the release of his debut album.

For his Shelf session, Mikey and his band bring those songs into an intimate room built for listening. Expect soaring vocals, heartfelt storytelling, infectious energy, and an evening that celebrates the joy of live music.

Arrangement of the Session:

Mikey Jose — Vocals

Ben Millman — Keys

Alvin Brendan — Guitar

Yamil Chain-Haddad — Bass

Trent Otter — Drums

Marie Dresselhuis — Background Vocals

About The Shelf Concert:

Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert, we bring raw, stripped-down performances to Vancouver — but with our own after-hours twist. On Wednesday nights, Hestia closes its doors to the public and transforms into a private listening room for just 60 guests. No blasting speakers, no artificial mixing — just pure, direct sound. Artists self-mix in the moment, adjusting to the space and the energy of the room. And since each concert is recorded live, the audience isn’t just watching — they’re part of the final cut. Every cheer, clap, and moment of silence is captured by the microphones forever.

Your ticket includes:

✔️ Exclusive access to the session — An intimate, after-hours concert in the closed restaurant space at Hestia.

✔️ A late-night buffet — Curated by HESTIA to make the night feel even more special.

✔️ A role in the recording – Your energy, your reactions, your moment.

How It Works

• The concert is structured into three short sets (three songs each), with two 5-minute breaks in between.

• Natural emotional reactions (clapping, cheering, vibing, etc.) are encouraged!

• During performances, we ask for minimal disruptive noise — think of it like being in a live recording session. Because it is!

• Breaks are off the record — the perfect time to chat, enjoy the buffet, or grab another drink.

• Some artists may extend their set or play an encore if the vibe feels right — show your love and you might just get more!

Limited to 60 spots. Every session is unique and will not appear again.

Get your ticket now—before someone else does.