Bar Lunatico

Having started out his musical life playing in Bed-Stuy bars in the 80s, perhaps it was only a matter of time before co-founder Arthur Kell returned to open his own. But when he’s not busy tending to the needs of the LunÀtico bands and patrons, Arthur enjoys a career as an acclaimed bassist and composer. His group regularly tours Europe including the Copenhagen and Madrid jazz festivals. His extensive travels in Africa left a profound mark on his own compositions and helped to shape the diverse roster of talent at Bar LunÀtico.

Outside of music, Arthur is an avid activist with a passion for environmental issues. He coordinated that work for NYPIRG for ten years stopping the proposed Brooklyn Navy Yard incinerator.