Seabreeze Jazz Festival Panama City Beach Tickets - Aaron Besant Amphitheater

Norman Brown

3 concerts

Guitarist Norman Brown, born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and raised in Kansas City, blends jazz and R&B in an award-winning style. Known for hits like "Just Between Us," his album "Just Chillin'" won a Grammy. He's topped Billboard's Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, often collaborating with artists like Gerald Albright and Paul Brown. Member of supergroup BWB with Kirk Whalum and Rick Braun.

Jeff Lorber

4 concerts

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.

Gerald Albright

10 concerts

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.

Lindsey Webster

10 concerts

Soul R&B artist Lindsey Webster, known for her soulful voice and engaging stage presence, broke records with her #1 Billboard Contemporary Jazz hit. With 9 Top 10 Billboard songs, she was named Billboard Smooth Jazz Artist for 2016 and 2017. Collaborating with iconic musicians and partner Keith Slattery, her albums combine raw emotion with genuine talent.

Peter White

10 concerts

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.

Chris Standring

1 concert

British guitarist Chris Standring, born in Buckinghamshire, blends jazz, Latin, and R&B. Notable albums include *Love & Paragraphs* and *Electric Wonderland*. His hit single "Bossa Blue" topped charts. Standring has collaborated with Mica Paris and Bob James, and founded Ultimate Vibe label.

Julian Vaughn

4 concerts

Kansas City's Julian Vaughn, a soulful bassist known for gospel-influenced smooth jazz and R&B, rose from a musically rooted family and has released hits like "Supreme." His work frequently includes collaborators like saxophonists Darren Rahn and Steve Cole.

Nathan Mitchell

4 concerts

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.

Special EFX

2 concerts

Guitarist and composer Chieli Minucci leads Grammy-nominated jazz-fusion group Special EFX, known for hits like “Deep as the Night.” He’s a 3-time Emmy winner and has worked with Celine Dion, Lou Reed, and more.

Mindi Abair

6 concerts

Saxophonist Mindi Abair, known for her powerful jazz and blues style, collaborated with stars like Gregg Allman and Joe Perry. She earned 2 GRAMMY nominations, appeared on American Idol, and toured with Duran Duran and Aerosmith, and launched wineandjazz.com.

Najee

8 concerts

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."

George Benson

3 concerts

Grammy-winning jazz guitarist-vocalist George Benson, born in Pittsburgh, is known for soulful vocals and fluid guitar work. Collaborating with Robert Farnon in 1989, they created "Dreams Do Come True," featuring classics like "Autumn Leaves" and reimagined hits like the Beatles' "Yesterday." Benson's hit "This Masquerade" won Record of the Year in 1976. Rediscovered after 35 years, the album is set for release. Benson boasts 10 Grammy Awards and was named a 2009 Jazz Master.

Boney James

19 concerts

Born in New Rochelle, NY, saxophonist Boney James is renowned for his soul-jazz, R&B, funk, and pop blend. With four Grammy nods and gold-certified albums, he's reshaped 21st-century jazz. Debuting in 1992, his hits include "Body Language" and "Futuresoul." Collaborations with artists like Kenny Lattimore highlight his career, and his album "Solid" debuted at #10 on Billboard's Pop Albums Chart.

Kem

14 concerts

Nashville-born, Detroit-raised KEM, a multiplatinum R&B icon, is known for hits like "Kemistry" and "Promise To Love." His collaborations include touring with Babyface. He's a three-time GRAMMY nominee, twice topped Billboard's R&B chart, and has six NAACP and two Soul Train nods.

Regina Belle

3 concerts

Regina Belle, born in New Jersey, is a renowned vocalist in urban contemporary music, blending gospel and R&B. Her hits include "Please Be Mine" and "Without You" with Peabo Bryson. Belle worked with the Manhattans, earned R&B acclaim with numerous hits, and shifted to gospel, releasing albums like Love Forever Shines. She overcame a brain tumor and returned to music with The Day Life Began, produced by Jamie Jones and Jack Kugell.

The Jacksons

8 concerts

The Jackson 5, later The Jacksons, debuted in 1967. Known for soulful pop-funk hits, they sold millions and performed the legendary Victory Tour.

Jazz Funk Soul

1 concert

Jazz Funk Soul, formed in the mid-2010s, includes Jeff Lorber, Everette Harp, and later Paul Jackson, Jr. Known for a groove-focused sound, they released Grammy-nominated Jazz Funk Soul ('14) and More Serious Business ('16). Post-Loeb's 2017 passing, they honored him with Life and Times ('19) and Forecast ('22). Lorber, a Grammy winner, is noted for collaborations with jazz legends.

Richard Elliot

2 concerts

Richard Elliot, a Los Angeles-based saxophonist born in Scotland, is a key figure in urban contemporary jazz, with a style blending soul, funk, and smooth jazz. Formerly with Tower of Power, Elliot charted hits with Blue Note like "On the Town" and "Jumpin' Off." His work, including with Rick Braun on "RnR," frequently tops jazz charts. Notable collaborations include Dave Koz, the Yellowjackets, and covers like Marvin Gaye's "Inner City Blues." Elliot co-founded ARTizen Music Group, released "Metro Blue," and continues to shape jazz with releases such as 2021's "Authentic Life."

Rick Braun

2 concerts

Rick Braun, born in Allentown, PA, is a renowned trumpeter known for his smooth jazz style and lyrical phrasing. Influenced by Chet Baker and Miles Davis, he has over 20 smooth jazz hits and has collaborated with legends like Kirk Whalum, Dave Koz, and Natalie Cole. He's earned Top 200 album placements, multiple jazz number ones, and Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year awards. Notable works include "Full Stride," "Kisses in the Rain," and collaborations like "Shake It Up" with Boney James. Celebrating 30 years in 2022, Braun continues to be a beloved figure in the jazz scene.

Vincent Ingala

7 concerts

Vincent Ingala is a Connecticut-born urban contemporary jazz artist known for his dynamic performances and connection with fans. With nine #1 Billboard hits and twenty-two Top 10 singles, he blends R&B, funk, and soul with his own unique style, playing all instruments on his albums and fronting an electrifying band.