BK Jackson is an electrifying saxophonist who has toured with some of the industry’s biggest names, such as Prince, Anita Baker, Trombone Shorty, and CeeLo Green. BK is best known for his blend of Pop, Hip-Hop, and R&B music, morphed into a jazz format enjoyable for all ages. Bring your vocal cords and dancing shoes, and prepare yourself for a great night of R&B and Jazz!
Bernard “BK” Jackson is an international-performing saxophonist, electrifying audiences across the globe with his unique playing style, energetic stage presence and unparalleled passion for music that touches the soul. A native of Tampa, Florida, BK has crossed musical paths with industry giants such as B.B King, Brian McKnight, Bruno Mars, and more. Most notably, BK spent four years touring domestically and abroad with musical icon Prince, performing timeless hits for sold out arenas night after night as a member of his 11-piece horn section, known as New Power Generation (NPG) Hornz.
Snagging numerous awards and recognitions for his undeniable talent and skill, BK was voted as the Tampa Bay Entertainer of the Year (First Annual Black Diamond Award) and was a NAACP ACT-SO (Afro Academic Technological Scientific Olympics) Gold Medal Winner. BK won the Fifth Annual Capital Jazz Festival Challenge in Columbia, Maryland, becoming the youngest person to ever do so. Most recently, BK has been voted Smooth Jazz Network’s 2019 Breakout Artist of the Year. This award recognizes artists for their success on radio and live show experience.
The single “Paradise”, from Life of the Party, debuted #2 on the Smooth Jazz charts. BK’s following single, “Velvet Ropes” followed suit debuting #1 on SmoothJazz.com and #2 on Billboard Smooth Jazz Most Added charts.