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Jon Batiste with Nate Smith, Charlie Hunter, and more

Aug 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM  ·  Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI

Jon Batiste
Aug 5
Jon Batiste
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Nate Smith, from Nashville, is known for his powerhouse tenor and rapid rise in country music. With hits like "Whiskey on You" and "World on Fire," he has scored multiple No. 1s, earned over 1.6 billion streams, and received accolades like ACM New Male Artist and Billboard's Rookie of the Year. His debut album hit the Billboard Country Top 10.
The War And Treaty, founded in 2014 by Michael and Tanya Trotter, are a dynamic Americana duo known for their passionate style. GRAMMY-nominated for Best New Artist and Best American Roots Song, they've earned acclaim from the Country Music Association and Americana Music Association. Their debut album, "Lover’s Game," received critical praise. They've collaborated with artists like Zach Bryan and shared stages with legends like Al Green, Chris Stapleton, and John Legend, captivating audiences worldwide with their electrifying performances.
Thundercat, aka Stephen Bruner, is a GRAMMY-winning bassist-singer known for genre-spanning collaborations. His album "It Is What It Is" won a GRAMMY; he’s worked with Tame Impala, Flying Lotus, and more. Recognized for tracks like "Them Changes," he’s appeared on TV, in film, and fashion, embodying a vibrant style inspired by the cartoon he adores.
Arooj Aftab, hailed as "the coolest rock star" by UNCUT, blends risk with nonconformity in her music. Her album "Night Reign" won Grammy nods, while her song "Mohabbat" secured a Grammy win. Featured on Obama's playlist, she's performed at Primavera, Glastonbury, and Coachella, and appeared on The Late Show and Jools Holland.
Vijay Iyer, a composer-pianist known for his genre-blending jazz, was praised by The New York Times as a visionary artist. Born in America, he won a MacArthur Fellowship, a Doris Duke Award, and received a Grammy nomination. Iyer collaborated with Linda May Han Oh, Tyshawn Sorey, Craig Taborn, and Wadada Leo Smith, creating acclaimed works like "Uneasy" and "Far From Over." His compositions have been commissioned by prominent ensembles and artists, and he teaches at Harvard University.
Jon Batiste, a New Orleans-born multi-GRAMMY® and Oscar winner, blends blues, soul, reggae, and gospel in bold, groove-driven music. Known for rich, raw performances and collaborations with Andra Day and Randy Newman.
Keyon Harrold, born in Ferguson, MO, is a GRAMMY-winning trumpeter hailed by Wynton Marsalis. Known for blending jazz, classical, rock, and hip hop, his album 'The Mugician' features insightful lyrics and collaborations with Pharoahe Monch, Gary Clark Jr., and Robert Glasper.
Denver-born duo Big Gigantic blend live sax with heavy electronic beats (jazz/hip-hop/funk/bass). Hits “All of Me,” “The Little Things”; Rowdytown Red Rocks.
Kurt Elling, a Grammy-winning jazz vocalist, blends jazz, R&B, and poetry. Known for energetic, spontaneous shows, he collaborates with artists like Charlie Hunter and Branford Marsalis, and infuses social justice themes into his music.
Born in Philadelphia, Christian McBride is an 11-time GRAMMY-winning bassist/composer spanning jazz, R&B, hip-hop/neo-soul & classical; NPR & SiriusXM host; directs Newport Jazz & NJPAC.
Julian Lage, a California-born guitarist now based in New York, is renowned for his impeccable technique and innovative jazz style. His collaborations include work with Gary Burton, John Zorn, Nels Cline, Chris Eldridge, and Fred Hersch.
New York saxophonist James Brandon Lewis fuses jazz with hip-hop and funk. Known for his intense improvisation, he plays with Chad Taylor and Josh Werner. His album "Apple Cores" draws inspiration from Amiri Baraka.
The Newport Jazz Festival, founded in 1954 by Elaine Lorillard and George Wein, revolutionized live jazz. It is celebrated for its open-minded embrace of jazz's evolution, from traditional to avant-garde, and its expansion into rock, soul, and other genres. The festival is renowned for launching careers and hosting legendary artists, with many iconic performances captured on record and film.
Born in Memphis, Charles Lloyd is a jazz saxophonist known for blending jazz with folk, rock, and global traditions. Celebrated for albums like "Forest Flower," he gained fame in the 1960s. Lloyd collaborated with legends like Keith Jarrett and Jack DeJohnette and formed the Marvels with Bill Frisell. Awarded Jazz Artist of the Year by DownBeat, he toured with major acts like Jimi Hendrix. His later works feature collaborations with Lucinda Williams and exploration in trio formats, solidifying his stature as an innovative elder jazz statesman.

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