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Sullivan Fortner

4 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

5 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

25 concerts

Bronx native Samara Joy, immersed in classic R&B and church gospel, won the 2019 Sarah Vaughan Jazz Vocal Competition. Her jazz journey includes breakthrough LPs "Linger Awhile" and "Portrait," showcasing lyricist talent with music by Mingus and Sun Ra. Co-produced with Grammy-winner Brian Lynch, she's emerging as a standout jazz vocalist.

John Scofield

15 concerts

Jazz guitarist John Scofield, born in Dayton, Ohio, blends post-bop, fusion, and funk. Known for 'Blue Matter' & Grammy-winning 'Past Present'. Worked with Miles Davis, Medeski Martin & Wood. Influential in jazz since the '70s.

Catherine Russell

11 concerts

Grammy-winning NYC native Catherine Russell, born to musical legends, known for jazz & blues. Toured with Bowie, Lauper, Simon; featured on 200+ albums.

American Patchwork Quartet

5 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.

Charles Lloyd

3 concerts

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.

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.

Azar Lawrence

1 concert

Born in Los Angeles, Azar Lawrence is a renowned saxophonist known for his collaborations with jazz legends like McCoy Tyner and Miles Davis. His albums include the acclaimed 'Bridge to the New Age' and 'Shadow Dancing'. Known for his spiritual jazz-funk style, he's worked with Marvin Gaye and more.

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