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Sullivan Fortner

3 concerts

New Orleans-born pianist Sullivan Fortner, based in NYC, is renowned for sophisticated post-bop jazz. He won the Cole Porter Fellowship and released acclaimed works like "Aria" and "Moments Preserved." Fortner collaborated with artists such as Cécile McLorin Salvant, Paul Simon, and Kurt Elling, and is celebrated for his lyrical piano style and work with jazz icons like Roy Hargrove.

Jamie Cullum

4 concerts

Born in England, Jamie Cullum is a celebrated musician known for his vibrant style blending jazz and pop. Collaborating with artists like Herbie Hancock and Pharrell Williams, he has sold 10 million albums and earned over 890 million streams. Notable works include hits from "Twentysomething" and his Ivor Novello-winning track "The Age of Anxiety." Jamie's stellar career includes BRIT and Grammy nominations, a popular BBC Radio 2 show, and recent Christmas albums featuring diverse talents.

Samara Joy

23 concerts

Bronx-born Samara Joy, raised on gospel and R&B, is a jazz singer and lyricist known for soulful, inventive jazz. She won the 2019 Sarah Vaughan contest and an NAACP Image Award.

John Scofield

12 concerts

John Scofield, born in Dayton, Ohio, is a master jazz guitarist known for blending post-bop, fusion, funk, and soul-jazz. He's famous for collaborations with Miles Davis, Medeski, Martin & Wood, and his Grammy-winning albums "Past Present" and "Country for Old Men." Renowned for his slightly distorted sound, Scofield has worked with artists like Chet Baker and Charlie Haden. His notable albums include "A Go Go" and "Uncle John's Band," showcasing his innovative style across decades.

Catherine Russell

10 concerts

Grammy-winning NYC vocalist Catherine Russell, daughter of jazz legends, known for jazz/blues style, hit albums, Grammy nods, and collaborations with Bowie, Simon, Marsalis & more.

American Patchwork Quartet

4 concerts

Led by Grammy-winner Clay Ross, American Patchwork Quartet blends American folk with jazz, country, and international influences. Collaborators include Grammy winners Falguni Shah, Yasushi Nakamura, and Clarence Penn. Known for its unity-through-diversity theme, APQ crafts music reflecting America's cultural mosaic.

Thundercat

20 concerts

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.

Terri Lyne Carrington

2 concerts

Born a prodigy drummer, Terri Lyne Carrington is a Grammy-winning jazz artist known for collaborations with Herbie Hancock, Cassandra Wilson, and Stan Getz. She's also Berklee's Jazz and Gender Justice leader.

Charles Lloyd

1 concert

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.

Cisco Swank

1 concert

Brooklyn-born multi-instrumentalist Cisco Swank blends R&B, jazz, and hip-hop. Praised by Ambrose Akinmusire, he's known for his debut album "More Better" and key collaborations.

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