Jeremy Dutton with James Francies Trio featuring Burniss Travis & Jeremy Dutton + Special Guests, Nicholas Payton, and more

Feb 8, 2024 at 8:00 PM · Blue Note, New York, NY Blue Note, New York, NY

Feb 8

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Nicholas Payton

2 concerts

Born in New Orleans, Nicholas Payton is a celebrated trumpeter known for his vibrant post-bop jazz infused with genres like funk, R&B, and hip-hop. He gained recognition in the '90s, touring with Elvin Jones and Marcus Roberts. Payton won a Grammy for his 1997 collaboration with Doc Cheatham and coined the term “Black American Music.” His notable albums include Gumbo Nouveau, Sonic Trance, and Afro-Caribbean Mixtape. He has collaborated with artists like Wynton Marsalis and Joshua Redman and showcased at venues like New York's Smoke Jazz & Supper Club.

James Francies

3 concerts

Houston-born pianist James Francies blends jazz, R&B, and hip-hop with a syncopated, polyrhythmic style. He’s worked with Pat Metheny, Lauryn Hill, the Roots, and more.