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Gulf Coast Summer Fest with Brian Simpson, Boney James, and more

Sep 20, 2026 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
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Gulf Coast Summer Fest

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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.
Brian Simpson, born in Gurnee, Illinois, is a jazz, pop, and R&B keyboardist, known for hits like "Morning Samba." He's collaborated with Dave Koz, Steve Oliver, and Boney James, among others. He co-wrote Surface's R&B hit "The First Time" and has released several Top 20 jazz albums. He has acted as musical director for Dave Koz since the late '90s and has collaborated with artists like Janet Jackson and Teena Marie.
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.
Nicholas Cole, born in Goldsboro, NC, is a soulful keyboardist blending jazz, gospel, and R&B. Known for "Snap" and "Soulmate," he has achieved chart-topping success and collaborated with guitarist Chieli Minucci.
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."
North Philadelphia-born Jeff Bradshaw is known for his soul-jazz and hip-hop/funk trombone. Known from 'Bone Deep', he's played with Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, and more. Collaborated with artists like Mary J. Blige and Jay-Z.

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Join the Gulf Coast Summer Fest concert in Pensacola at Vince J. Whibbs Sr Community Maritime Park on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM, featuring Brian Simpson, Boney James, and more. Get your tickets!

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