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Gulf Coast Summer Fest with Rob Zinn, Jeff Lorber, and more

Sep 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM  ·  Vince J. Whibbs Sr Community Maritime Park, Pensacola, FL Vince J. Whibbs Sr Community Maritime Park, Pensacola, FL

Gulf Coast Summer Fest
Sep 19
Gulf Coast Summer Fest

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Born to enchant audiences worldwide, Dominique Hammons, an international recording violinist, is celebrated for his soulful renditions across diverse genres.
Peter White, born in Luton, England, is a celebrated British guitarist known for his lyrical smooth jazz style. Initially gaining fame with Al Stewart, he later collaborated with artists like Richard Elliot and Kirk Whalum. White's notable albums include 'Perfect Moment' and 'Groovin'. He's also co-written hits like "Time Passages" and released a number of successful solo albums, featuring reworked classics and original compositions.
Nathan Mitchell is an acclaimed American jazz/soul composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. He's known for Billboard hits like “Sweet Moments” and “Swing City.” A nominee for a 2020 NAACP Image Award for “Outstanding Jazz Album,” Mitchell continues earning recognition for his innovative style and musical storytelling.
Rob Zinn, a flugelhornist and trumpeter, gained recognition as a smooth jazz artist with albums like "Walk The Walk" produced by Grammy-winner Paul Brown. Known for blending funk, Latin, R&B, and jazz, Zinn features artists like Andrew Neu and Michael Paulo. His songs enjoy worldwide airplay, and he often collaborates with Paul Brown.
Grammy-winning keyboardist Jeff Lorber, born in Philadelphia, fuses funk, R&B, rock, and electric jazz. Known for hits like "Pacific Coast Highway," he achieved success with the Jeff Lorber Fusion, collaborating with artists including Chick Corea, Mike Stern, and Bob Mintzer. His albums often top jazz charts, with "Prototype" earning a Grammy.
Born in South Central LA, jazz saxophonist Gerald Albright excels across multiple instruments. He’s known for hits like "Just Between Us" and "24/7" with Norman Brown. Albright’s collaborations include Patrice Rushen, Quincy Jones, and Dave Koz. His albums, such as "Slam Dunk" and "Summer Horns," frequently top jazz charts, and he runs his own label, Bright Music.
Mindi Abair, born in the US, blends jazz & blues, earning 2 GRAMMY nods. Known for "Wild Heart" & collaborations with Gregg Allman, Joe Perry, & Aerosmith. Also features in shows like American Idol and tours with Duran Duran. Launched WineAndJazz.com.
Formed in Buffalo, NY, Spyro Gyra is a pop-jazz fusion band known for hits like "Morning Dance." They blend R&B, pop, and Caribbean music, earning multiple Grammy nominations.
South African-born Jonathan Butler is renowned for blending R&B, pop, jazz fusion, and gospel. Known for hits like "Lies," his album sales and Grammy nods highlight his acclaim. Raised under apartheid, his music often subtly reflects his experiences. His collaborations include Ruby Turner and Stevie Wonder. His albums frequently top jazz charts, with notable works like Grace and Mercy. Living globally, Butler's music celebrates both spiritual and cultural roots.
Born in Greenwich Village and raised in Queens, Najee is a renowned jazz and R&B saxophonist and flutist. Known for his lyrical style, he achieved fame with albums like "Najee's Theme" and "Tokyo Blue." He has collaborated with icons such as Prince, Chaka Khan, and Stanley Clarke, won two NAACP Awards, and topped jazz charts multiple times, most recently with "Center of the Heart."
Memphis-bred saxophonist Kirk Whalum blends gospel, R&B, blues, and jazz. Known for topping charts with "For You" in 1998 and winning a Grammy for "It's What I Do," he's collaborated with Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, and Al Green. He recorded on The Bodyguard soundtrack, was part of BWB, and released notable albums like The Gospel According to Jazz series and Humanité. Whalum also toured extensively, contributing to soundtracks and covering artists like Stevie Wonder and Babyface.
Award-winning R&B-jazz guitarist Adam Hawley, born in Portland, has 6 No.1 singles. Known for collaborations with stars like Jennifer Lopez & Dave Koz, he's also a music educator in LA.
Swiss jazz keyboardist Alex Bugnon, nephew of Donald Byrd, grew up at Montreux Jazz Festival. Studied in Paris & Berklee, worked with Patti Austin & Keith Sweat. Albums like 'Love Season' hit R&B charts; known for blending jazz & urban styles.

Concert Info

Genre: R&B, Jazz

Witness the Gulf Coast Summer Fest concert in Pensacola at Vince J. Whibbs Sr Community Maritime Park on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with Rob Zinn, Jeff Lorber, and more. Buy your tickets now!

Event Information

MUST BE 18 OR OLDER TO ATTEND EVENT. This event will happen rain or shine at the Pensacola Maritime Park. Gates will open at 1:00pm and start at 2:00pm each day. Lineup is subject to change. 3-Day Package NOT sold on day of event.

Allowed and Prohibited Items

You are allowed to bring coolers, lawn chairs, and umbrellas. You are NOT allowed to bring beach umbrellas, weapons, tents, grills or glass containers.

Scheduled Appearances

Scheduled to appear (subject to change):

  • Friday - Down To The Bone, Alex Bugnon, Nathan Mitchell, Patrick Lamb, and Adam Hawley.
  • Saturday - Gerald Albright, Jeff Lorber, Peter White, Rob Zinn, and Dominique Hammons.
  • Sunday - Najee, Spyro Gyra, Jonathan Butler, Kirk Whalum, and Mindi Abair.

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