5.30.2024

The Boneshakers Featuring Randy Jacobs & Jenny Langer: Soulful, Blues Rock

On Thursday, May 30 at 7pm, The Boneshakers are back by popular demand. A powerhouse of funk, blues, and rock that marries the sounds and spirits of Detroit Rock City, Memphis, and Mussel Shoals. In their remarkable 25 year career, the band and members have toured and recorded with Bonnie Raitt, BB King, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Bootsy Collins, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, and Iggy Pop…just to name a few.

Featured Artist of the Week: Vincent Ingala

Still in his twenties, Vincent Ingala has been wowing live audiences as a regular on the popular smooth jazz festival and cruise circuit for several years. Since his 2010 critically acclaimed debut album, ‘North End Soul’, the charismatic saxophonist has been named Billboard Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year in 2012, Sirius XM Watercolors Breakthrough Artist of the Year in 2013, and his music is consistently found atop the most noteworthy music charts in the world, including eight number one hits on the Billboard Smooth Jazz Chart, and twenty songs on the Billboard Smooth Jazz Top 10. 

An “old soul,” as he’s often referred to, Vincent possesses a deep knowledge and appreciation for all genres of music. His versatility on multiple instruments makes him sought after both live, and as a producer in the studio. His latest effort and seventh studio album, 2021’s ‘Fire & Desire,’ finds Vincent playing every instrument throughout the entire album, along with nine original compositions, and the reimagining of Houston Person’s dance floor hit, ‘Disco Sax.’ ‘Fire & Desire’ is the breath of fresh air that long time smooth jazz fans have been craving. Indeed, it is arguably Vincent’s most complete album to date and affirms the meteoric progress he has made since 2010. This coast-to-coast sensation continues to bring a playful spirit, old soul, and youthful enthusiasm to contemporary jazz, with a real sense for what music fans are seeking, from recordings to live performances.

5.31-6.1.2024

An Evening with Vincent Ingala

One of the fastest emerging contemporary jazz recording artists in recent history, multiinstrumentalist, composer and producer, Vincent Ingala has blasted into an exciting stratosphere of his own making. Still in his twenties, the charismatic saxophonist has been named Billboard Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year and his music is consistently found atop the most noteworthy music charts in the world. His fun-loving stage presence, combined with an obvious passion for playing, elevates the crowd to an exciting frenzy! Grab your tickets today for Friday, May 31 at 7pm and 9:15pm and Saturday, June 1 at 6:15pm and 8:45pm.

6.2.2024

Gospel Sunday: The Praise and Worship After Party

Put your hands together for the return of Gospel Sunday with the El Lambert Band, for A Praise & Worship After Party. Join us on Sunday, June 2 at 6pm!

6.5.2024

Lovell Bradford Presents: The Mark Whitfield Duo

Pianist Lovell Bradford has been a staple of jazz in Charlotte since 2002. Here and beyond, he has performed with artists such as Jennifer Holiday, Slide Hampton, Wynton Marsalis, Wes “Warmdaddy” Anderson, Ronnie Burrage, and many others. This evening, Bradford features 2022 Grammy Award winning Mark Whitfield. New York Times has dubbed Whitfield “The Best Young Guitarist in the Business”. Don’t miss Lovell Bradford Presents: The Mark Whitfield Duo on Wednesday, June 5 at 7pm!

6.6.2024

The Voltage Brothers: Best of Funk, Jazz and R&B

“Electric” is just one way of describing America’s #1 show band: The Voltage Brothers. Performing top hits from every genre, The Voltage Brothers’ repertoire consists of your favorite R&B, swing, Carolina beach music, disco, funk, hip hop, jazz, Motown, pop, and even classic rock hits. The Voltage Brothers have traveled the world, performed at nine straight Super Bowls, and been special guest artists at the Presidential Inaugurations of 2000, 2004, 2013, and 2017. Join us Thursday, June 6 at 7pm.

6.7-8.2024

Peter White

In a career that spans nearly four decades, Peter White has a reputation as one of the most versatile and prolific acoustic guitarists on the contemporary jazz landscape. Armed with an unparalleled combination of lyricism and energy, he combines elements of jazz, pop and classical guitar to create a sound that is singular and at the same time accessible to a broad audience. Don’t miss his Charlotte visit on Friday, June 7th at 7pm and 9:15 and Saturday, June 8th at 6:15pm and 8:45pm!

6.9.2024

Brubeck Brothers Quartet

Chris and Dan Brubeck, following in the footsteps of their father, jazz giant Dave Brubeck, have been making music together practically all their lives. Drummer Dan and bassist, trombonist, and composer Chris cut their first record together in 1966. Guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb complete this dynamic quartet. The Quartet’s last cd, LifeTimes made the Jazz Week radio chart Top Ten list as one of the most played jazz recordings of the year. Enjoy today’s Brubeck legacies with us on Sunday, June 9 at 6pm.