When musicians share their short list of key collaborators and peers in the smooth jazz scene, three names come up over and over again: keyboardist Jeff Lorber, saxophonist Everette Harp, and guitarist Paul Jackson Jr. Individually, these three are each stars of their own stage.

Everette Harp has nine Billboard hit solo records and has toured or recorded with Anita Baker, Kenny Loggins, George Duke, Al Jarreau, Marcus Miller, Eros Ramazzotti, and Peter Maffay, amongst others.

Jeff Lorber has been a vital musical force throughout a lengthy and successful career featuring multiple Billboard #1 hits.

Paul Jackson Jr. has multiple Billboard #1 solo hits and has been featured on recordings by Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Elton John, Luther Vandross, Barbra Streisand, The Weeknd, Zendaya, and Daft Punk.

Together, as the supergroup Jazz Funk Soul, formed in 2014, they bring an unparalleled experience of infectious grooves, memorable melodies, and challenging playing that push the boundaries of smooth jazz.

Jazz Funk Soul returns Friday, July 4th, to create an explosion of musical fireworks on the Middle C Jazz stage.

Learn more about Jazz Funk Soul from our 2024 Spotlight article and on their website.

Preview of Jazz Funk Soul, from a prior visit to Middle C Jazz.