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Cymande with Jorja Smith, Raye, and more

Aug 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM  ·  Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI

Cymande
Aug 1
Cymande
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English R&B singer Jorja Smith, from Walsall, features soulful, jazz-tinged style influenced by Amy Winehouse. Known for hits like "Blue Lights," she rose to fame collaborating with Drake on "More Life."
New Orleans trumpeter Terence Blanchard excels in jazz and film scores, collaborating with Spike Lee. A Grammy winner, he composed operas, scored films, and released acclaimed albums like "Magnetic" and "Breathless."
LA LOM, hailing from Los Angeles, blends soulful 50s/60s ballads with Mexican Boleros, Cumbia, and Peruvian Chicha. Notable supporters include Beck and Vampire Weekend.
Cymande, a U.K. band formed in 1971, blends African rhythms with rock, funk, and soul, adding reggae and jazz-funk. Discovered by John Schroeder, their 1972 debut charted in the U.S. Known for hits like "Bra" and "The Message," they've influenced hip-hop and partnered with Soul II Soul's Jazzie B. Reunited in 2013, Cymande continues to captivate audiences.
Stanley Jordan revolutionized guitar with his touch technique, blending jazz, rock, and classical. Known for "Magic Touch," collaborated with Miles Davis and Phil Lesh. His guitar on Kenny Rogers' "Morning Desire" topped country charts. Appeared on top TV shows.
Rachael & Vilray, featuring Lake Street Dive's Rachael Price and guitarist Vilray Blair Bolles, blend jazz and Tin Pan Alley pop. Known for their 2019 debut with Jon Batiste, the duo hails from diverse backgrounds and meetings at Boston's NEC.
KNOWER, formed by LA multi-instrumentalists Louis Cole and Genevieve Artadi, blends electronic dance, funk, and deep melodies. Known for their bold style, they create music that evokes deep emotions and are celebrated for never holding back.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band, founded by Allan Jaffe in the 1960s in New Orleans, is iconic for its traditional jazz. Known for albums like "That's It!" and collaborations with artists like Foo Fighters, the band champions New Orleans' jazz legacy globally. Ben Jaffe continues the family's musical heritage, fusing Afro-Cuban and R&B elements into their sound.
Born in Brooklyn, Marcus Miller is a renowned bassist known for his funky, contemporary jazz and improvisational skills. He gained fame with Miles Davis, collaborated with icons like Grover Washington Jr. and Bob James, and had hits like "M²," winning a Grammy. His albums, including "Renaissance" and "Afrodeezia," topped jazz charts. Also a film composer, Miller scored movies like "Marshall" and is a UNESCO Artist for Peace.
De La Soul, a pioneering Hip Hop trio from NYC, is renowned for their debut "3 Feet High and Rising." They released 5 more iconic albums, collaborated with Prince Paul, and earned a Grammy nod for 2016's "...And The Anonymous Nobody." After a long battle for rights, their catalog will stream from March 2023.
Thee Sacred Souls, a young band from San Diego, is known for their soulful sound and exquisite craftsmanship. With millions of Spotify listeners, they've impressed celebrity fans like SZA and Alicia Keys. Their NPR Tiny Desk performance was a hit, marking them as rising stars in just two years.
Born in Ferndale, MI, Ron Carter is a jazz icon and world-class bassist celebrated for his role in Miles Davis' quintet and numerous collaborations. Known for his acoustic prowess, Carter has performed with symphonies worldwide, released albums like "Piccolo" and "Ron Carter's Great Big Band," and won three Grammys, including for "Call Sheet Blues." He's one of the most recorded bassists, having worked with Herbie Hancock, Tony Williams, and many others, and even features in the 2022 PBS documentary "Finding the Right Notes."
Born in Britain, Jacob Collier is a groundbreaking singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist known for his genre-blending style. With seven GRAMMY wins and collaborations with artists like Coldplay and John Mayer, Collier's innovative work, including songs in non-existent keys and massive collaborations, has made him a creative force worldwide.
Born in Detroit, Dianne Reeves is renowned for her jazz vocals and scat singing, reminiscent of Dinah Washington and Carmen McRae. She's collaborated with legends like Sergio Mendes, Harry Belafonte, and George Duke. Notable albums include "I Remember" and "The Calling: Celebrating Sarah Vaughan." She appeared in the film "Good Night, and Good Luck" and won acclaim for "Beautiful Life." Her style blends jazz with African and world music influences.
Banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck blends bluegrass, jazz, classical, and world music. Born in NYC, influenced by Flatt & Scruggs, he's known for New Grass Revival and Béla Fleck & the Flecktones. His collaborations include Abigail Washburn, Chick Corea, and Toumani Diabaté. Notable works: "My Bluegrass Heart," "Perpetual Motion," and Grammy-winning "Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn." Renowned for genre fusion and eclectic musical innovations.
The Roots, formed by Black Thought and ?uestlove in Philadelphia, are known for their innovative rap band style. Their successful albums include "Things Fall Apart," which went platinum, and collaborations with Erykah Badu, John Legend, and Elvis Costello. As the house band for Jimmy Fallon’s show, they gained nationwide fame and numerous Grammys. Notable members included Rahzel and Kamal Gray.
Born in Hamamatsu, Japan, Hiromi blends jazz, classical, and pop with virtuosic flair. Her debut, Another Mind, won Japan's Jazz Album of the Year Award. She collaborated with Chick Corea and Stanley Clarke and performed at the Tokyo Olympics' opening ceremony.
Cécile McLorin Salvant, born in Miami, is celebrated for her emotive voice and jazz virtuosity. She won the 2010 Thelonious Monk Jazz Vocal Competition and has earned multiple Grammys with albums like "For One to Love" and "The Window." Known for blending classic jazz with blues and European traditions, she collaborates with artists like Aaron Diehl and Sullivan Fortner. Her albums frequently top jazz charts, showcasing bold covers and intimate originals.
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.
Christian McBride, a nine-time GRAMMY-winning bassist and composer, is Artistic Director of Newport Jazz, NJPAC, and more. He hosts NPR's Jazz Night in America.
Esperanza Spalding, born in Portland, is a Grammy-winning jazz bassist and singer known for her eclectic style, blending jazz, R&B, and art rock. Prodigy and Berklee's youngest faculty member, she rose to fame with albums like Esperanza and Chamber Music Society. Collaborations include Fred Hersch, Janelle Monáe, and Milton Nascimento.

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