Taste of Downey - the artists

Last Thursday's Taste of Downey event included more than food. This was the third annual Taste of Downey and each year has added a new aspect.

Each year there has been a band providing live entertainment. This year's band was called The Answer (to Classic Rock). My googling has not provided any insight to their name. Their music was classic rock from my college years—songs that got my toes tapping and evoked strong memories of those days.

Last year was the first year for the Art Wall, with paintings and photographs from local artists. This year, the Wall moved into the nearby Downey Theater, for a more sophisticated and comfortable setting.

The theater also provided a venue for additional music this year. Amanda Brown, above, sang jazz standards from Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole and more.