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SUMMARY:Andra Day
DESCRIPTION:Andra Day is a powerful singer and artful songwriter who isn’t merely a throwback R&B specialist; her roots in gospel\, jazz\, and the blues\, displayed with ease and finesse\, translate to the present. Cheers to the Fall (2015)\, her auspicious debut\, cracked the Top Ten of the R&B/hip-hop charts and paved the way for a handful of Grammy nominations and an Academy Award nomination\, with “Stand Up for Something” (2017)\, her contribution to the soundtrack of Marshall\, earning both distinctions. Anticipation for her second proper album continued to build with intermediary singles that surrounded a Golden Globe-winning portrayal of  in The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021). CASSANDRA (cherith) (2024)\, Day’s second album of original material\, moved smoothly across traditional and progressive R&B\, orchestral pop\, and bossa nova.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/andra-day/2025-11-28/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Andra Day
DESCRIPTION:Andra Day is a powerful singer and artful songwriter who isn’t merely a throwback R&B specialist; her roots in gospel\, jazz\, and the blues\, displayed with ease and finesse\, translate to the present. Cheers to the Fall (2015)\, her auspicious debut\, cracked the Top Ten of the R&B/hip-hop charts and paved the way for a handful of Grammy nominations and an Academy Award nomination\, with “Stand Up for Something” (2017)\, her contribution to the soundtrack of Marshall\, earning both distinctions. Anticipation for her second proper album continued to build with intermediary singles that surrounded a Golden Globe-winning portrayal of  in The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021). CASSANDRA (cherith) (2024)\, Day’s second album of original material\, moved smoothly across traditional and progressive R&B\, orchestral pop\, and bossa nova.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/andra-day/2025-11-28/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Bas & The Hics
DESCRIPTION:Proposed Bas & The Hics bio: Bas (Abbas Hamad) is a Paris-born\, Queens-raised rapper of Sudanese descent signed to J. Cole’s Dreamville Records. Since his debut\, he has become known for blending introspective lyricism with melodic rap\, weaving influences from jazz\, soul\, and electronic music into projects like Too High to Riot and Milky Way. His artistry often balances storytelling with a global perspective\, reflecting both his personal journey and his cross-cultural roots. Bas has long sought out collaborators who expand his sound\, a pursuit that led him to connect with the London-based group The Hics after discovering their music in Grand Theft Auto V.\nThe Hics\, formed in 2012 by Sam Paul Evans and Roxane Barker\, built their reputation through a hybrid of electronic textures\, neo-soul\, and jazz-inflected songwriting. Early recognition came with their single “Cold Air\,” which landed on GTA V’s in-game radio and sparked international attention. Their nuanced blend of vocals\, instrumentation\, and digital production positioned them as a unique voice in the UK’s alternative music scene. Joining Bas on tour in 2016 cemented a creative bond that grew steadily through shared performances and collaborations on tracks such as “Ricochet” and “Matches.” \nIn 2025\, Bas and The Hics formalized their partnership with Melanchronica\, a joint album released on June 17. The project merges their sensibilities into a soundscape that moves fluidly between hip-hop\, R&B\, and electronica\, while exploring themes of longing\, isolation\, and human connection. The title\, derived from the phrase “chronic melancholy\,” encapsulates the album’s reflective mood. Featuring contributions from artists like Ab-Soul\, Saba\, and Domani\, Melanchronica marks both an evolution in Bas’s catalog and a breakthrough moment for The Hics. The accompanying tour presents this collaboration in full form\, offering audiences an immersive performance that showcases the strength of their long-developing creative chemistry.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/bas-the-hics/2025-11-26/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Bas & The Hics
DESCRIPTION:Proposed Bas & The Hics bio: Bas (Abbas Hamad) is a Paris-born\, Queens-raised rapper of Sudanese descent signed to J. Cole’s Dreamville Records. Since his debut\, he has become known for blending introspective lyricism with melodic rap\, weaving influences from jazz\, soul\, and electronic music into projects like Too High to Riot and Milky Way. His artistry often balances storytelling with a global perspective\, reflecting both his personal journey and his cross-cultural roots. Bas has long sought out collaborators who expand his sound\, a pursuit that led him to connect with the London-based group The Hics after discovering their music in Grand Theft Auto V.\nThe Hics\, formed in 2012 by Sam Paul Evans and Roxane Barker\, built their reputation through a hybrid of electronic textures\, neo-soul\, and jazz-inflected songwriting. Early recognition came with their single “Cold Air\,” which landed on GTA V’s in-game radio and sparked international attention. Their nuanced blend of vocals\, instrumentation\, and digital production positioned them as a unique voice in the UK’s alternative music scene. Joining Bas on tour in 2016 cemented a creative bond that grew steadily through shared performances and collaborations on tracks such as “Ricochet” and “Matches.” \nIn 2025\, Bas and The Hics formalized their partnership with Melanchronica\, a joint album released on June 17. The project merges their sensibilities into a soundscape that moves fluidly between hip-hop\, R&B\, and electronica\, while exploring themes of longing\, isolation\, and human connection. The title\, derived from the phrase “chronic melancholy\,” encapsulates the album’s reflective mood. Featuring contributions from artists like Ab-Soul\, Saba\, and Domani\, Melanchronica marks both an evolution in Bas’s catalog and a breakthrough moment for The Hics. The accompanying tour presents this collaboration in full form\, offering audiences an immersive performance that showcases the strength of their long-developing creative chemistry.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/bas-the-hics/2025-11-26/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter\, composer\, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop\, neo-soul\, rock\, and blues\, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson\, Missouri\, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience\, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release\, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé\, Jay-Z\, D’Angelo\, Common\, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate\, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility\, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:James Francies X Joel Ross X Blaque Dynamite
DESCRIPTION:Plenty of young musicians show promise\, but very few enjoy the sort of meteoric rise that pianist\, keyboardist and composer James Francies is currently experiencing. At only 24\, he’s played with jazz headliners like Pat Metheny\, Chris Potter\, Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Stefon Harris\, Eric Harland\, and Terrace Martin\, and racked up equally impressive credits in hip-hop and R&B: from shows with Ms. Lauryn Hill\, José James\, Common\, and NAS\, to studio time for Chance the Rapper’s Grammy-winning hit “No Problem”\, Mark Ronson \, Childish Gambino\, YEBBA\, Drake\, and Kodak Black\, to appearances with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon alongside his mentor and friend Questlove. \nNow comes Flight\, the extraordinary debut album that welcomes Francies into the storied Blue Note Records family and finds him melding his jazz mastery and pop experience on 11 searching\, engaging tracks. But as bold and new as this moment might seem for Francies\, it’s also a homecoming\, in more ways than one. Francies\, like his Blue Note predecessors Robert Glasper\, Jason Moran\, Chris Dave and Kendrick Scott\, is a proud Houstonite and a graduate of that city’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA)\, one of the nation’s most reliable incubators for era-defining jazz talent. “Just to follow in their footsteps\, let alone in the footsteps of Herbie Hancock\, Bud Powell and all of these other artists who recorded for the label\, it’s an honor\,” Francies says. “And there’s a responsibility that comes with it too.” \nCalled “a pianist with liquid dynamism in his touch” by the New York Times\, Francies started on piano around age 4\, with classical training and an education in the music of the church. Blessed with perfect pitch and synesthesia (or the ability to hear in colors)\, he attended his first jazz concert\, by Houston-born piano legend Joe Sample\, at age 6\, and began studying jazz in junior high. Many deep influences followed\, some of them surprising. Along with pianists like Gonzalo Rubalcaba\, Mulgrew Miller\, Oscar Peterson\, Art Tatum and Taylor Eigsti\, a longtime friend\, Francies points to guitarists Allan Holdsworth and Mike Moreno and such trumpet masters as Nicholas Payton\, Freddie Hubbard\, Clifford Brown and Lee Morgan. A highly decorated tenure at HSPVA—including spots in the Monterey Jazz Festival’s Next Generation Jazz Orchestra\, the Thelonious Monk Institute All-Star Jazz Sextet and the GRAMMY Jazz Session Combo—earned Francies a full scholarship to Manhattan’s New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. \nWhile he was earning his degree\, Francies was also rapidly ascending the jazz ranks and building a professional career. Early bandstand time with Jeff “Tain” Watts helped him cut his teeth and raise his profile\, as did his first international tour\, with Chris Dave and the Drumhedz. Chris Potter tapped him for his trio along with drummer Eric Harland\, and Pat Metheny assembled a trio with Francies and drummer Nate Smith. Francies’ own group\, Kinetic\, has garnered buzz at events like Newport Jazz Festival\, Monterey Jazz Festival\, NYC Winterfest\, and BRIC JazzFest. He met Questlove and Roots keyboardist James Poyser a few years ago\, and since then has become a go-to resource for Quest and company—subbing for Poyser on Roots concerts and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon; participating in the Roots-produced Hamilton cast recording\, in addition to other film and TV score work organized by Quest; and\, currently\, collaborating with The Roots emcee Black Thought on a Broadway show. \nFrancies says that his experiences outside of jazz have helped him with concepts like “assembling sounds\, consistency\, delivery and the ability to support\,” and it certainly isn’t difficult to hear these lessons throughout Flight. An embodiment of the Blue Note ethos at this thriving moment in the label’s history\, it’s a dynamic\, ultramodern jazz record\, infused with pop\, hip-hop and R&B\, that remains entertaining from start to finish. \nJames Francies is a Blue Note Recording Artist\, endorsed by Yamaha Pianos\, Korg Keyboards\, and is an IWC Brand Ambassador.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/james-francies-x-joel-ross-x-blaque-dynamite/2025-11-25/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:James Francies X Joel Ross X Blaque Dynamite
DESCRIPTION:Plenty of young musicians show promise\, but very few enjoy the sort of meteoric rise that pianist\, keyboardist and composer James Francies is currently experiencing. At only 24\, he’s played with jazz headliners like Pat Metheny\, Chris Potter\, Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Stefon Harris\, Eric Harland\, and Terrace Martin\, and racked up equally impressive credits in hip-hop and R&B: from shows with Ms. Lauryn Hill\, José James\, Common\, and NAS\, to studio time for Chance the Rapper’s Grammy-winning hit “No Problem”\, Mark Ronson \, Childish Gambino\, YEBBA\, Drake\, and Kodak Black\, to appearances with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon alongside his mentor and friend Questlove. \nNow comes Flight\, the extraordinary debut album that welcomes Francies into the storied Blue Note Records family and finds him melding his jazz mastery and pop experience on 11 searching\, engaging tracks. But as bold and new as this moment might seem for Francies\, it’s also a homecoming\, in more ways than one. Francies\, like his Blue Note predecessors Robert Glasper\, Jason Moran\, Chris Dave and Kendrick Scott\, is a proud Houstonite and a graduate of that city’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA)\, one of the nation’s most reliable incubators for era-defining jazz talent. “Just to follow in their footsteps\, let alone in the footsteps of Herbie Hancock\, Bud Powell and all of these other artists who recorded for the label\, it’s an honor\,” Francies says. “And there’s a responsibility that comes with it too.” \nCalled “a pianist with liquid dynamism in his touch” by the New York Times\, Francies started on piano around age 4\, with classical training and an education in the music of the church. Blessed with perfect pitch and synesthesia (or the ability to hear in colors)\, he attended his first jazz concert\, by Houston-born piano legend Joe Sample\, at age 6\, and began studying jazz in junior high. Many deep influences followed\, some of them surprising. Along with pianists like Gonzalo Rubalcaba\, Mulgrew Miller\, Oscar Peterson\, Art Tatum and Taylor Eigsti\, a longtime friend\, Francies points to guitarists Allan Holdsworth and Mike Moreno and such trumpet masters as Nicholas Payton\, Freddie Hubbard\, Clifford Brown and Lee Morgan. A highly decorated tenure at HSPVA—including spots in the Monterey Jazz Festival’s Next Generation Jazz Orchestra\, the Thelonious Monk Institute All-Star Jazz Sextet and the GRAMMY Jazz Session Combo—earned Francies a full scholarship to Manhattan’s New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. \nWhile he was earning his degree\, Francies was also rapidly ascending the jazz ranks and building a professional career. Early bandstand time with Jeff “Tain” Watts helped him cut his teeth and raise his profile\, as did his first international tour\, with Chris Dave and the Drumhedz. Chris Potter tapped him for his trio along with drummer Eric Harland\, and Pat Metheny assembled a trio with Francies and drummer Nate Smith. Francies’ own group\, Kinetic\, has garnered buzz at events like Newport Jazz Festival\, Monterey Jazz Festival\, NYC Winterfest\, and BRIC JazzFest. He met Questlove and Roots keyboardist James Poyser a few years ago\, and since then has become a go-to resource for Quest and company—subbing for Poyser on Roots concerts and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon; participating in the Roots-produced Hamilton cast recording\, in addition to other film and TV score work organized by Quest; and\, currently\, collaborating with The Roots emcee Black Thought on a Broadway show. \nFrancies says that his experiences outside of jazz have helped him with concepts like “assembling sounds\, consistency\, delivery and the ability to support\,” and it certainly isn’t difficult to hear these lessons throughout Flight. An embodiment of the Blue Note ethos at this thriving moment in the label’s history\, it’s a dynamic\, ultramodern jazz record\, infused with pop\, hip-hop and R&B\, that remains entertaining from start to finish. \nJames Francies is a Blue Note Recording Artist\, endorsed by Yamaha Pianos\, Korg Keyboards\, and is an IWC Brand Ambassador.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/james-francies-x-joel-ross-x-blaque-dynamite/2025-11-25/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter\, composer\, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop\, neo-soul\, rock\, and blues\, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson\, Missouri\, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience\, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release\, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé\, Jay-Z\, D’Angelo\, Common\, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate\, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility\, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251124T213000
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SUMMARY:James Francies X Joel Ross X Blaque Dynamite
DESCRIPTION:Plenty of young musicians show promise\, but very few enjoy the sort of meteoric rise that pianist\, keyboardist and composer James Francies is currently experiencing. At only 24\, he’s played with jazz headliners like Pat Metheny\, Chris Potter\, Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Stefon Harris\, Eric Harland\, and Terrace Martin\, and racked up equally impressive credits in hip-hop and R&B: from shows with Ms. Lauryn Hill\, José James\, Common\, and NAS\, to studio time for Chance the Rapper’s Grammy-winning hit “No Problem”\, Mark Ronson \, Childish Gambino\, YEBBA\, Drake\, and Kodak Black\, to appearances with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon alongside his mentor and friend Questlove. \nNow comes Flight\, the extraordinary debut album that welcomes Francies into the storied Blue Note Records family and finds him melding his jazz mastery and pop experience on 11 searching\, engaging tracks. But as bold and new as this moment might seem for Francies\, it’s also a homecoming\, in more ways than one. Francies\, like his Blue Note predecessors Robert Glasper\, Jason Moran\, Chris Dave and Kendrick Scott\, is a proud Houstonite and a graduate of that city’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA)\, one of the nation’s most reliable incubators for era-defining jazz talent. “Just to follow in their footsteps\, let alone in the footsteps of Herbie Hancock\, Bud Powell and all of these other artists who recorded for the label\, it’s an honor\,” Francies says. “And there’s a responsibility that comes with it too.” \nCalled “a pianist with liquid dynamism in his touch” by the New York Times\, Francies started on piano around age 4\, with classical training and an education in the music of the church. Blessed with perfect pitch and synesthesia (or the ability to hear in colors)\, he attended his first jazz concert\, by Houston-born piano legend Joe Sample\, at age 6\, and began studying jazz in junior high. Many deep influences followed\, some of them surprising. Along with pianists like Gonzalo Rubalcaba\, Mulgrew Miller\, Oscar Peterson\, Art Tatum and Taylor Eigsti\, a longtime friend\, Francies points to guitarists Allan Holdsworth and Mike Moreno and such trumpet masters as Nicholas Payton\, Freddie Hubbard\, Clifford Brown and Lee Morgan. A highly decorated tenure at HSPVA—including spots in the Monterey Jazz Festival’s Next Generation Jazz Orchestra\, the Thelonious Monk Institute All-Star Jazz Sextet and the GRAMMY Jazz Session Combo—earned Francies a full scholarship to Manhattan’s New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. \nWhile he was earning his degree\, Francies was also rapidly ascending the jazz ranks and building a professional career. Early bandstand time with Jeff “Tain” Watts helped him cut his teeth and raise his profile\, as did his first international tour\, with Chris Dave and the Drumhedz. Chris Potter tapped him for his trio along with drummer Eric Harland\, and Pat Metheny assembled a trio with Francies and drummer Nate Smith. Francies’ own group\, Kinetic\, has garnered buzz at events like Newport Jazz Festival\, Monterey Jazz Festival\, NYC Winterfest\, and BRIC JazzFest. He met Questlove and Roots keyboardist James Poyser a few years ago\, and since then has become a go-to resource for Quest and company—subbing for Poyser on Roots concerts and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon; participating in the Roots-produced Hamilton cast recording\, in addition to other film and TV score work organized by Quest; and\, currently\, collaborating with The Roots emcee Black Thought on a Broadway show. \nFrancies says that his experiences outside of jazz have helped him with concepts like “assembling sounds\, consistency\, delivery and the ability to support\,” and it certainly isn’t difficult to hear these lessons throughout Flight. An embodiment of the Blue Note ethos at this thriving moment in the label’s history\, it’s a dynamic\, ultramodern jazz record\, infused with pop\, hip-hop and R&B\, that remains entertaining from start to finish. \nJames Francies is a Blue Note Recording Artist\, endorsed by Yamaha Pianos\, Korg Keyboards\, and is an IWC Brand Ambassador.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/james-francies-x-joel-ross-x-blaque-dynamite/2025-11-24/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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SUMMARY:James Francies X Joel Ross X Blaque Dynamite
DESCRIPTION:Plenty of young musicians show promise\, but very few enjoy the sort of meteoric rise that pianist\, keyboardist and composer James Francies is currently experiencing. At only 24\, he’s played with jazz headliners like Pat Metheny\, Chris Potter\, Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Stefon Harris\, Eric Harland\, and Terrace Martin\, and racked up equally impressive credits in hip-hop and R&B: from shows with Ms. Lauryn Hill\, José James\, Common\, and NAS\, to studio time for Chance the Rapper’s Grammy-winning hit “No Problem”\, Mark Ronson \, Childish Gambino\, YEBBA\, Drake\, and Kodak Black\, to appearances with The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon alongside his mentor and friend Questlove. \nNow comes Flight\, the extraordinary debut album that welcomes Francies into the storied Blue Note Records family and finds him melding his jazz mastery and pop experience on 11 searching\, engaging tracks. But as bold and new as this moment might seem for Francies\, it’s also a homecoming\, in more ways than one. Francies\, like his Blue Note predecessors Robert Glasper\, Jason Moran\, Chris Dave and Kendrick Scott\, is a proud Houstonite and a graduate of that city’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA)\, one of the nation’s most reliable incubators for era-defining jazz talent. “Just to follow in their footsteps\, let alone in the footsteps of Herbie Hancock\, Bud Powell and all of these other artists who recorded for the label\, it’s an honor\,” Francies says. “And there’s a responsibility that comes with it too.” \nCalled “a pianist with liquid dynamism in his touch” by the New York Times\, Francies started on piano around age 4\, with classical training and an education in the music of the church. Blessed with perfect pitch and synesthesia (or the ability to hear in colors)\, he attended his first jazz concert\, by Houston-born piano legend Joe Sample\, at age 6\, and began studying jazz in junior high. Many deep influences followed\, some of them surprising. Along with pianists like Gonzalo Rubalcaba\, Mulgrew Miller\, Oscar Peterson\, Art Tatum and Taylor Eigsti\, a longtime friend\, Francies points to guitarists Allan Holdsworth and Mike Moreno and such trumpet masters as Nicholas Payton\, Freddie Hubbard\, Clifford Brown and Lee Morgan. A highly decorated tenure at HSPVA—including spots in the Monterey Jazz Festival’s Next Generation Jazz Orchestra\, the Thelonious Monk Institute All-Star Jazz Sextet and the GRAMMY Jazz Session Combo—earned Francies a full scholarship to Manhattan’s New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. \nWhile he was earning his degree\, Francies was also rapidly ascending the jazz ranks and building a professional career. Early bandstand time with Jeff “Tain” Watts helped him cut his teeth and raise his profile\, as did his first international tour\, with Chris Dave and the Drumhedz. Chris Potter tapped him for his trio along with drummer Eric Harland\, and Pat Metheny assembled a trio with Francies and drummer Nate Smith. Francies’ own group\, Kinetic\, has garnered buzz at events like Newport Jazz Festival\, Monterey Jazz Festival\, NYC Winterfest\, and BRIC JazzFest. He met Questlove and Roots keyboardist James Poyser a few years ago\, and since then has become a go-to resource for Quest and company—subbing for Poyser on Roots concerts and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon; participating in the Roots-produced Hamilton cast recording\, in addition to other film and TV score work organized by Quest; and\, currently\, collaborating with The Roots emcee Black Thought on a Broadway show. \nFrancies says that his experiences outside of jazz have helped him with concepts like “assembling sounds\, consistency\, delivery and the ability to support\,” and it certainly isn’t difficult to hear these lessons throughout Flight. An embodiment of the Blue Note ethos at this thriving moment in the label’s history\, it’s a dynamic\, ultramodern jazz record\, infused with pop\, hip-hop and R&B\, that remains entertaining from start to finish. \nJames Francies is a Blue Note Recording Artist\, endorsed by Yamaha Pianos\, Korg Keyboards\, and is an IWC Brand Ambassador.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/james-francies-x-joel-ross-x-blaque-dynamite/2025-11-24/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Goapele
DESCRIPTION:Goapele is more than an artist; she is a luminous presence in the world of music\, a profound voice\, and a tireless force of creativity whose artistry has shaped the landscape of modern R&B. Renowned for her captivating sound—a beautiful blend of soul\, jazz\, pop\, and moody basslines—Goapele’s music transcends genres and resonates with universal truths. Her voice\, ethereal yet commanding\, continues to echo the complexities of life\, love\, and the human experience in ways that are both deeply personal and universally relatable.\nThe Oakland native\, born to a South African father who escaped apartheid and a German-Jewish mother from New York\, embodies a rich\, diverse heritage that has influenced not only her music but also her worldview. Her upbringing—a fusion of cultures and perspectives—served as the perfect backdrop for her musical evolution. Goapele’s formative years at the esteemed Berklee College of Music in Boston honed her extraordinary talent and shaped her voice into one that defies conventional boundaries. Since her 2001 debut with the timeless anthem Closer\, Goapele\, whose name means “to move forward” in Setswana\, has consistently delivered music that resonates with authenticity and emotional depth. Her catalog\, including albums like Even Closer\, Break of Dawn\, and her latest\, COLOURS\, reflects her evolution as an artist and a woman. Described as her most introspective work\, COLOURS explores themes of healing\, self-worth\, and transformation\, featuring collaborations with top musicians such as Errol Cooney\, Bedrock\, and Chris Dave. \nFor Goapele\, music is not just a means of self-expression—it is a form of therapy and a vehicle for connection. Her songs serve as a mirror for her own experiences\, while inviting listeners to find their own truths within her words. In her own words\, “Moments of uncertainty can feel scary\, but I try my best and push forward\, and trust that things will eventually land where they’re supposed to.” \nBeyond music\, Goapele has long been a passionate humanitarian and advocate for social change. Through her platform\, she has championed causes ranging from racial justice to women’s rights\, using her voice to speak up for those whose stories are often left unheard. Her lifestyle brand\, Dreamseeker\, further reflects her commitment to living authentically\, curating a line of scented candles and apparel inspired by her synesthesia\, the condition that allows her to experience color through sound. This unique ability shapes her vision of the world and enriches her creative output\, leading to immersive experiences that blend music\, color\, scent\, and fashion. \nGoapele’s influence extends beyond the music charts; her songs have become a soundtrack to countless films\, television series\, and documentaries. From So You Think You Can Dance (Fox) to Hitch (Sony Pictures) and Power (Starz)\, her music has been the emotional backbone of some of the most impactful visual narratives of our time. She has also made notable appearances in Sparkle (Sony Pictures)\, Ava DuVernay’s The Door for Miu Miu\, and the art-noir short film #WhereIsBeauty\, which she also executive produced. Goapele has also performed on global stages alongside legends like Prince\, Stevie Wonder\, and Common\, captivating audiences with her unique blend of artistry and activism. “I strive to create timeless music that inspires and ignites change\,” Goapele says. With her enduring legacy of compassion and creativity\, Goapele continues to inspire generations through her music\, advocacy\, and authentic storytelling.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/goapele-2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251121T213000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251121T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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SUMMARY:Cimafunk
DESCRIPTION:Cuban music has a new global ambassador: Cimafunk. With a name and image that pays tribute to the Cimarrons – Cubans of African descent that resisted slavery – and music and showmanship that re-embodies funk legends from the last century\, the medical-school student turned funk artist has developed into a musical force crafting the sonic future of the island and a global\, cultural phenomenon that unites and celebrates blackness across borders\, oceans and languages. \nWith his unmistakable AfroCuban sounds\, no holds barred live show and multiple Grammy-nominations\, Cimafunk is redefining what the planet understands as Cuban music. Cimafunk’s debut album “Terapia” (2018)\, with its groundbreaking #1 single “Me Voy” – followed by his breakout performance at SXSW 2019 and widely praised NPR Tiny Desk Concert\, started a movement of converting millions of people to the religion of groove\, one live show at a time. The AfroCuban rockstar has moved the spotlight well beyond the Buena Vista Social Club\, salsa and reggaeton. \nFrom a local sensation on Havana’s small alternative music scene to global success\, Cimafunk’s ascent is as dizzying as an F1 race. Performing with La Tribu (The Tribe)\, his 9-piece band from Havana\, Cimafunk has electrified global audiences on massive stages and worldwide temples of music\, making a name for himself as one of the great showmen of today. From New Orleans Jazz Festival and Lollapalooza Chile to becoming the first Cuban-born artist to play Coachella\, this undisputed star of Afro-Latin music has earned the adoration of musical icons such as Argentine Fito Páez\, who has hailed him as “one of the lights of the continent’s future\,” the Godfather of Funk George Clinton\, who refers to him as “the next one\,” and Chucho Valdés\, who credits Cimafunk with masterfully and organically blending “AfroCuban with African American\, converting this into a new school that until now I haven’t heard done.” \nCimafunk’s distinctive musical fusion continued to grow in its artistry with both the release of his second album  “El Alimento” (‘The Nourishment ) -which was met with an abundance of critical praise that included Best Albums of the Year lists of Rolling Stone\, NPR and more… as well as an equal volume of glowing reviews for his unrivaled live shows\, which quickly made him one of the most in-demand festival performers. \nCimafunk has collaborated on records and shared the stage with the likes of Alejandro Sanz\, CeeLo Green\, ChocQuibTown\, Chucho Valdés\, Fito Páez\, Fonseca\, Fred Wesley\, Galactic\, George Clinton\, Jon Batiste\, Juanes\, Leoni Torres\, Lettuce\, Lupe Fiasco\, Preservation Hall\,\, Omar Portuondo\, Orquesta Aragón\, Robert Glasper\, String Cheese Incident\, The Soul Rebels and Trombone Shorty. Susan Sarandon\, Ron Delsner and other personalities have become superfans\, often seen side-stage lost in the groove\, and the likes of Paul McCartney and more have come out to check out the AfroCuban sensation. \nAfter the success of El Alimento\, Cimafunk delves even further into his exploration of the intersections between funk and the sounds of the continent and gives us Pa’ Tu Cuerpa (Mala Cabeza Records)\, his most polished and mature production to date\, on August 23rd\, 2024.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/cimafunk/2025-11-21/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
CREATED:20251119T160605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T160605Z
UID:10025547-1763751600-1763760600@www.discoverhollywood.com
SUMMARY:Cimafunk
DESCRIPTION:Cuban music has a new global ambassador: Cimafunk. With a name and image that pays tribute to the Cimarrons – Cubans of African descent that resisted slavery – and music and showmanship that re-embodies funk legends from the last century\, the medical-school student turned funk artist has developed into a musical force crafting the sonic future of the island and a global\, cultural phenomenon that unites and celebrates blackness across borders\, oceans and languages. \nWith his unmistakable AfroCuban sounds\, no holds barred live show and multiple Grammy-nominations\, Cimafunk is redefining what the planet understands as Cuban music. Cimafunk’s debut album “Terapia” (2018)\, with its groundbreaking #1 single “Me Voy” – followed by his breakout performance at SXSW 2019 and widely praised NPR Tiny Desk Concert\, started a movement of converting millions of people to the religion of groove\, one live show at a time. The AfroCuban rockstar has moved the spotlight well beyond the Buena Vista Social Club\, salsa and reggaeton. \nFrom a local sensation on Havana’s small alternative music scene to global success\, Cimafunk’s ascent is as dizzying as an F1 race. Performing with La Tribu (The Tribe)\, his 9-piece band from Havana\, Cimafunk has electrified global audiences on massive stages and worldwide temples of music\, making a name for himself as one of the great showmen of today. From New Orleans Jazz Festival and Lollapalooza Chile to becoming the first Cuban-born artist to play Coachella\, this undisputed star of Afro-Latin music has earned the adoration of musical icons such as Argentine Fito Páez\, who has hailed him as “one of the lights of the continent’s future\,” the Godfather of Funk George Clinton\, who refers to him as “the next one\,” and Chucho Valdés\, who credits Cimafunk with masterfully and organically blending “AfroCuban with African American\, converting this into a new school that until now I haven’t heard done.” \nCimafunk’s distinctive musical fusion continued to grow in its artistry with both the release of his second album  “El Alimento” (‘The Nourishment ) -which was met with an abundance of critical praise that included Best Albums of the Year lists of Rolling Stone\, NPR and more… as well as an equal volume of glowing reviews for his unrivaled live shows\, which quickly made him one of the most in-demand festival performers. \nCimafunk has collaborated on records and shared the stage with the likes of Alejandro Sanz\, CeeLo Green\, ChocQuibTown\, Chucho Valdés\, Fito Páez\, Fonseca\, Fred Wesley\, Galactic\, George Clinton\, Jon Batiste\, Juanes\, Leoni Torres\, Lettuce\, Lupe Fiasco\, Preservation Hall\,\, Omar Portuondo\, Orquesta Aragón\, Robert Glasper\, String Cheese Incident\, The Soul Rebels and Trombone Shorty. Susan Sarandon\, Ron Delsner and other personalities have become superfans\, often seen side-stage lost in the groove\, and the likes of Paul McCartney and more have come out to check out the AfroCuban sensation. \nAfter the success of El Alimento\, Cimafunk delves even further into his exploration of the intersections between funk and the sounds of the continent and gives us Pa’ Tu Cuerpa (Mala Cabeza Records)\, his most polished and mature production to date\, on August 23rd\, 2024.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/cimafunk/2025-11-21/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251120T213000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251120T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
CREATED:20251119T160605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T160605Z
UID:10025546-1763674200-1763681400@www.discoverhollywood.com
SUMMARY:Cimafunk
DESCRIPTION:Cuban music has a new global ambassador: Cimafunk. With a name and image that pays tribute to the Cimarrons – Cubans of African descent that resisted slavery – and music and showmanship that re-embodies funk legends from the last century\, the medical-school student turned funk artist has developed into a musical force crafting the sonic future of the island and a global\, cultural phenomenon that unites and celebrates blackness across borders\, oceans and languages. \nWith his unmistakable AfroCuban sounds\, no holds barred live show and multiple Grammy-nominations\, Cimafunk is redefining what the planet understands as Cuban music. Cimafunk’s debut album “Terapia” (2018)\, with its groundbreaking #1 single “Me Voy” – followed by his breakout performance at SXSW 2019 and widely praised NPR Tiny Desk Concert\, started a movement of converting millions of people to the religion of groove\, one live show at a time. The AfroCuban rockstar has moved the spotlight well beyond the Buena Vista Social Club\, salsa and reggaeton. \nFrom a local sensation on Havana’s small alternative music scene to global success\, Cimafunk’s ascent is as dizzying as an F1 race. Performing with La Tribu (The Tribe)\, his 9-piece band from Havana\, Cimafunk has electrified global audiences on massive stages and worldwide temples of music\, making a name for himself as one of the great showmen of today. From New Orleans Jazz Festival and Lollapalooza Chile to becoming the first Cuban-born artist to play Coachella\, this undisputed star of Afro-Latin music has earned the adoration of musical icons such as Argentine Fito Páez\, who has hailed him as “one of the lights of the continent’s future\,” the Godfather of Funk George Clinton\, who refers to him as “the next one\,” and Chucho Valdés\, who credits Cimafunk with masterfully and organically blending “AfroCuban with African American\, converting this into a new school that until now I haven’t heard done.” \nCimafunk’s distinctive musical fusion continued to grow in its artistry with both the release of his second album  “El Alimento” (‘The Nourishment ) -which was met with an abundance of critical praise that included Best Albums of the Year lists of Rolling Stone\, NPR and more… as well as an equal volume of glowing reviews for his unrivaled live shows\, which quickly made him one of the most in-demand festival performers. \nCimafunk has collaborated on records and shared the stage with the likes of Alejandro Sanz\, CeeLo Green\, ChocQuibTown\, Chucho Valdés\, Fito Páez\, Fonseca\, Fred Wesley\, Galactic\, George Clinton\, Jon Batiste\, Juanes\, Leoni Torres\, Lettuce\, Lupe Fiasco\, Preservation Hall\,\, Omar Portuondo\, Orquesta Aragón\, Robert Glasper\, String Cheese Incident\, The Soul Rebels and Trombone Shorty. Susan Sarandon\, Ron Delsner and other personalities have become superfans\, often seen side-stage lost in the groove\, and the likes of Paul McCartney and more have come out to check out the AfroCuban sensation. \nAfter the success of El Alimento\, Cimafunk delves even further into his exploration of the intersections between funk and the sounds of the continent and gives us Pa’ Tu Cuerpa (Mala Cabeza Records)\, his most polished and mature production to date\, on August 23rd\, 2024.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/cimafunk/2025-11-20/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251120T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
CREATED:20251119T160605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T160605Z
UID:10025545-1763658000-1763674200@www.discoverhollywood.com
SUMMARY:Cimafunk
DESCRIPTION:Cuban music has a new global ambassador: Cimafunk. With a name and image that pays tribute to the Cimarrons – Cubans of African descent that resisted slavery – and music and showmanship that re-embodies funk legends from the last century\, the medical-school student turned funk artist has developed into a musical force crafting the sonic future of the island and a global\, cultural phenomenon that unites and celebrates blackness across borders\, oceans and languages. \nWith his unmistakable AfroCuban sounds\, no holds barred live show and multiple Grammy-nominations\, Cimafunk is redefining what the planet understands as Cuban music. Cimafunk’s debut album “Terapia” (2018)\, with its groundbreaking #1 single “Me Voy” – followed by his breakout performance at SXSW 2019 and widely praised NPR Tiny Desk Concert\, started a movement of converting millions of people to the religion of groove\, one live show at a time. The AfroCuban rockstar has moved the spotlight well beyond the Buena Vista Social Club\, salsa and reggaeton. \nFrom a local sensation on Havana’s small alternative music scene to global success\, Cimafunk’s ascent is as dizzying as an F1 race. Performing with La Tribu (The Tribe)\, his 9-piece band from Havana\, Cimafunk has electrified global audiences on massive stages and worldwide temples of music\, making a name for himself as one of the great showmen of today. From New Orleans Jazz Festival and Lollapalooza Chile to becoming the first Cuban-born artist to play Coachella\, this undisputed star of Afro-Latin music has earned the adoration of musical icons such as Argentine Fito Páez\, who has hailed him as “one of the lights of the continent’s future\,” the Godfather of Funk George Clinton\, who refers to him as “the next one\,” and Chucho Valdés\, who credits Cimafunk with masterfully and organically blending “AfroCuban with African American\, converting this into a new school that until now I haven’t heard done.” \nCimafunk’s distinctive musical fusion continued to grow in its artistry with both the release of his second album  “El Alimento” (‘The Nourishment ) -which was met with an abundance of critical praise that included Best Albums of the Year lists of Rolling Stone\, NPR and more… as well as an equal volume of glowing reviews for his unrivaled live shows\, which quickly made him one of the most in-demand festival performers. \nCimafunk has collaborated on records and shared the stage with the likes of Alejandro Sanz\, CeeLo Green\, ChocQuibTown\, Chucho Valdés\, Fito Páez\, Fonseca\, Fred Wesley\, Galactic\, George Clinton\, Jon Batiste\, Juanes\, Leoni Torres\, Lettuce\, Lupe Fiasco\, Preservation Hall\,\, Omar Portuondo\, Orquesta Aragón\, Robert Glasper\, String Cheese Incident\, The Soul Rebels and Trombone Shorty. Susan Sarandon\, Ron Delsner and other personalities have become superfans\, often seen side-stage lost in the groove\, and the likes of Paul McCartney and more have come out to check out the AfroCuban sensation. \nAfter the success of El Alimento\, Cimafunk delves even further into his exploration of the intersections between funk and the sounds of the continent and gives us Pa’ Tu Cuerpa (Mala Cabeza Records)\, his most polished and mature production to date\, on August 23rd\, 2024.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/cimafunk/2025-11-20/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T213000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
CREATED:20251119T160112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T160112Z
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:When Keyon Harrold is listing the influences that he turned to during the creation of his rich and evocative new album Foreverland (January 2024 / Concord)\, he cites the likes of Radiohead\, Fleet Foxes\, Fela Kuti\, John Coltrane\, and\, for a second\, he becomes vulnerable — the list is too basic\, too serious music listener starter pack. But\, out of that moment of insecurity\, he spins an indelible flex: “You are what you eat\, and I have a pretty strict diet in dope shit.” \nTaking in Keyon Harrold’s career to-date\, it’s clear that the “world-class trumpeter” (Essence) and composer is very serious about that diet. He’s a jazz musician but in the most expansive sense\, working with a list of dream collaborators: generational legends Keith Richards and Diana Ross; rap stars like Mac Miller and Nas; neo-soul icons Erykah Badu and D’Angelo; and modern soul stars Black Pumas and Leon Bridges. His circle of regular collaborators is formidable and includes his music industry mentor Common (who hired him for his first touring gig)\, his New School classmate Robert Glasper\, and GRAMMY winners Maxwell\, PJ Morton\, Gregory Porter\, and YEBBA. \nThere’s also his extensive touring and recording work with pop music royalty\, Jay-Z and Beyonce. And\, while it’s perhaps lazy to compare Keyon to Miles Davis\, the connection is a little more apropos than at first glance: Harrold contributed all of the trumpet playing in Don Cheadle’s GRAMMY-winning Miles Davis biopic Miles Ahead\, playing to match Cheadle’s on-screen performances. \nKeyon has recorded two acclaimed solo records\, 2009’s Introducing Keyon Harrold and 2017’s breakthrough release The Mugician\, which established Keyon as “a certified legend in the game” (Okayplayer). Featuring Pharoahe Monch\, Gary Clark\, Jr.\, Big K.R.I.T.\, Guy Torry\, Georgia Anne Muldrow and Robert Glasper\, the record garnered praise from The New York Times (“stirring…consolidates elegy and exhortation”) and Billboard (“equal parts music and magic”). \nHowever\, the origins of Foreverland begin not at the crest of a professional and artistic high but in the doldrums of COVID-19 lockdown. A pandemic birthday found Keyon adrift. It was a period of stagnation\, of exhaustion in the wake of challenges both universal (global health catastrophe\, racial injustice) and personal (the passing of his mother\, the highly publicized and racially charged assault of his 14-year-old son). \nLooking for a break and a fresh perspective\, a recommendation from his brother and a friend had him headed to Vegas. But instead of the tables\, Keyon hit the studio. After months of isolation\, it was invigorating to reconnect with friends after so long apart. This camaraderie was the creative spark Keyon needed. The sessions were loose and exploratory\, but with an artistic focus he hadn’t felt in years. \nThe resulting music was mesmerizing. Keyon embraced a less-is-more attitude: “It was almost minimalist in a way. I wanted it to sound as if it’s easy but there’s more complexity deep within\, to pull melody and beauty out of the abstract.” He allowed harmonic structures to vamp\, slowly thickening harmonies for maximum emotional impact. \n“Each song has a harmony that evokes a mood\,” Keyon says. “I invite you to live in this tonality with me. It’s not about a million notes a second\, it’s about finding the right mood to open people’s chakras. The color of each mood gives me solace — it allowed me to reignite the hopes I had\, to begin digging out of a down period.” \nWith live music on pause\, the rare luxury of time allowed Keyon to sculpt these largely improvised sounds into a shape that evoked and conveyed each emotion he was grasping at. It was a deliberate and thoughtful process. Says Keyon: “It took me a long time to say what I want to say\, to really hone in on what I do. I want to make songs that hit like pop radio but have a depth of color and character\, to embrace the genius in simplicity.” \nForeverland is reflective\, immediate and uplifting. Keyon harnesses the raw expression of those original Vegas takes and creates a dreamy yet tactile landscape of sound. It provides the perfect canvas for his playing\, his tone projecting a creamy clarity but navigating ambiguous waters with an open-hearted hopefulness. “What I can offer as a musician who plays an instrument with no words is an honest conveyance of emotion\,” says Keyon. “Some of these notes\, I play them because there’s not a better word.” \nForeverland is a family affair — pretty much every musician who appears on the record is a longtime friend\, and Keyon accounts the record’s warmness to this dynamic. “It’s like the ingredients of a great meal: you don’t need just any pepper\, you need a certain kind. Every musician on this record is a rare and essential element.” \nEach collaboration brings Foreverland into further focus. PJ Morton lends a wistful vocal to the nostalgic “Beautiful Day\,” a track that radiates positivity as it revels in the gifts of everyday existence. Elsewhere\, Common and Robert Glasper contribute to the sweep and poetry of the almost mystical album opener “Find Your Peace\,” a track that exhorts listeners to embrace their own agency and summon their inner strength. Meanwhile\, the Laura Mvula-featuring title track is the very quintessence of the word lush — stacks of vocal harmonies stretch endlessly in a spiritual merger between Pharoah Sanders’ skybound jazz odysseys and the warm invitation of vintage soul. \n“Don’t Lie\,” which features the emerging young singer Malaya\, pairs a levitating keyboard figure with a stuttering rhythm that’s part Art Blakey drum fill\, part J Dilla sample chop. Against much of the album’s tranquility\, it portrays an internal tumult — the kind that Keyon feels is necessary for growth. “The operative word in testimony is test. The troubles are troublesome but they’re part of my walk\, and there’s value in having a different experience\, good or bad. It gives me a deeper context to pull from and enrich the message of my music.” \n“Pictures\,” Foreverland’s penultimate track\, is the sonic articulation of the internal recalibration that follows these tests. Keyon’s yearnful singing on the track is ever more poignant when considering his mother’s passing: “When I miss you\, images shout in a quiet room / I’ll atone / I’ll fix everything that’s wrong.” \nEven apart from its compositional intricacies and stylistic innovations\, Foreverland is a triumph of resilience and empowerment. “What will be said when you’re gone?\,” says Keyon. “If you’re not living life — getting beat up\, getting your heart broken\, winning\, losing — what are you doing? What about your life can people learn from? If you don’t put yourself in the ring sometimes\, there won’t be anything.” On Foreverland\, Keyon takes life’s challenges head-on — and emerges\, in both music and in life\, with a renewed sense of purpose.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold-2/2025-11-19/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
CREATED:20251028T165949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T165949Z
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter\, composer\, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop\, neo-soul\, rock\, and blues\, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson\, Missouri\, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience\, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release\, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé\, Jay-Z\, D’Angelo\, Common\, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate\, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility\, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold/2025-11-19/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
CREATED:20251119T160112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T160112Z
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:When Keyon Harrold is listing the influences that he turned to during the creation of his rich and evocative new album Foreverland (January 2024 / Concord)\, he cites the likes of Radiohead\, Fleet Foxes\, Fela Kuti\, John Coltrane\, and\, for a second\, he becomes vulnerable — the list is too basic\, too serious music listener starter pack. But\, out of that moment of insecurity\, he spins an indelible flex: “You are what you eat\, and I have a pretty strict diet in dope shit.” \nTaking in Keyon Harrold’s career to-date\, it’s clear that the “world-class trumpeter” (Essence) and composer is very serious about that diet. He’s a jazz musician but in the most expansive sense\, working with a list of dream collaborators: generational legends Keith Richards and Diana Ross; rap stars like Mac Miller and Nas; neo-soul icons Erykah Badu and D’Angelo; and modern soul stars Black Pumas and Leon Bridges. His circle of regular collaborators is formidable and includes his music industry mentor Common (who hired him for his first touring gig)\, his New School classmate Robert Glasper\, and GRAMMY winners Maxwell\, PJ Morton\, Gregory Porter\, and YEBBA. \nThere’s also his extensive touring and recording work with pop music royalty\, Jay-Z and Beyonce. And\, while it’s perhaps lazy to compare Keyon to Miles Davis\, the connection is a little more apropos than at first glance: Harrold contributed all of the trumpet playing in Don Cheadle’s GRAMMY-winning Miles Davis biopic Miles Ahead\, playing to match Cheadle’s on-screen performances. \nKeyon has recorded two acclaimed solo records\, 2009’s Introducing Keyon Harrold and 2017’s breakthrough release The Mugician\, which established Keyon as “a certified legend in the game” (Okayplayer). Featuring Pharoahe Monch\, Gary Clark\, Jr.\, Big K.R.I.T.\, Guy Torry\, Georgia Anne Muldrow and Robert Glasper\, the record garnered praise from The New York Times (“stirring…consolidates elegy and exhortation”) and Billboard (“equal parts music and magic”). \nHowever\, the origins of Foreverland begin not at the crest of a professional and artistic high but in the doldrums of COVID-19 lockdown. A pandemic birthday found Keyon adrift. It was a period of stagnation\, of exhaustion in the wake of challenges both universal (global health catastrophe\, racial injustice) and personal (the passing of his mother\, the highly publicized and racially charged assault of his 14-year-old son). \nLooking for a break and a fresh perspective\, a recommendation from his brother and a friend had him headed to Vegas. But instead of the tables\, Keyon hit the studio. After months of isolation\, it was invigorating to reconnect with friends after so long apart. This camaraderie was the creative spark Keyon needed. The sessions were loose and exploratory\, but with an artistic focus he hadn’t felt in years. \nThe resulting music was mesmerizing. Keyon embraced a less-is-more attitude: “It was almost minimalist in a way. I wanted it to sound as if it’s easy but there’s more complexity deep within\, to pull melody and beauty out of the abstract.” He allowed harmonic structures to vamp\, slowly thickening harmonies for maximum emotional impact. \n“Each song has a harmony that evokes a mood\,” Keyon says. “I invite you to live in this tonality with me. It’s not about a million notes a second\, it’s about finding the right mood to open people’s chakras. The color of each mood gives me solace — it allowed me to reignite the hopes I had\, to begin digging out of a down period.” \nWith live music on pause\, the rare luxury of time allowed Keyon to sculpt these largely improvised sounds into a shape that evoked and conveyed each emotion he was grasping at. It was a deliberate and thoughtful process. Says Keyon: “It took me a long time to say what I want to say\, to really hone in on what I do. I want to make songs that hit like pop radio but have a depth of color and character\, to embrace the genius in simplicity.” \nForeverland is reflective\, immediate and uplifting. Keyon harnesses the raw expression of those original Vegas takes and creates a dreamy yet tactile landscape of sound. It provides the perfect canvas for his playing\, his tone projecting a creamy clarity but navigating ambiguous waters with an open-hearted hopefulness. “What I can offer as a musician who plays an instrument with no words is an honest conveyance of emotion\,” says Keyon. “Some of these notes\, I play them because there’s not a better word.” \nForeverland is a family affair — pretty much every musician who appears on the record is a longtime friend\, and Keyon accounts the record’s warmness to this dynamic. “It’s like the ingredients of a great meal: you don’t need just any pepper\, you need a certain kind. Every musician on this record is a rare and essential element.” \nEach collaboration brings Foreverland into further focus. PJ Morton lends a wistful vocal to the nostalgic “Beautiful Day\,” a track that radiates positivity as it revels in the gifts of everyday existence. Elsewhere\, Common and Robert Glasper contribute to the sweep and poetry of the almost mystical album opener “Find Your Peace\,” a track that exhorts listeners to embrace their own agency and summon their inner strength. Meanwhile\, the Laura Mvula-featuring title track is the very quintessence of the word lush — stacks of vocal harmonies stretch endlessly in a spiritual merger between Pharoah Sanders’ skybound jazz odysseys and the warm invitation of vintage soul. \n“Don’t Lie\,” which features the emerging young singer Malaya\, pairs a levitating keyboard figure with a stuttering rhythm that’s part Art Blakey drum fill\, part J Dilla sample chop. Against much of the album’s tranquility\, it portrays an internal tumult — the kind that Keyon feels is necessary for growth. “The operative word in testimony is test. The troubles are troublesome but they’re part of my walk\, and there’s value in having a different experience\, good or bad. It gives me a deeper context to pull from and enrich the message of my music.” \n“Pictures\,” Foreverland’s penultimate track\, is the sonic articulation of the internal recalibration that follows these tests. Keyon’s yearnful singing on the track is ever more poignant when considering his mother’s passing: “When I miss you\, images shout in a quiet room / I’ll atone / I’ll fix everything that’s wrong.” \nEven apart from its compositional intricacies and stylistic innovations\, Foreverland is a triumph of resilience and empowerment. “What will be said when you’re gone?\,” says Keyon. “If you’re not living life — getting beat up\, getting your heart broken\, winning\, losing — what are you doing? What about your life can people learn from? If you don’t put yourself in the ring sometimes\, there won’t be anything.” On Foreverland\, Keyon takes life’s challenges head-on — and emerges\, in both music and in life\, with a renewed sense of purpose.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold-2/2025-11-19/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter\, composer\, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop\, neo-soul\, rock\, and blues\, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson\, Missouri\, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience\, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release\, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé\, Jay-Z\, D’Angelo\, Common\, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate\, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility\, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold/2025-11-19/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251118T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251118T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter\, composer\, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop\, neo-soul\, rock\, and blues\, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson\, Missouri\, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience\, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release\, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé\, Jay-Z\, D’Angelo\, Common\, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate\, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility\, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold/2025-11-18/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251118T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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SUMMARY:Keyon Harrold
DESCRIPTION:Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter\, composer\, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop\, neo-soul\, rock\, and blues\, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson\, Missouri\, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience\, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release\, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé\, Jay-Z\, D’Angelo\, Common\, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate\, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility\, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/keyon-harrold/2025-11-18/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251117T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251117T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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SUMMARY:Julius Rodriguez
DESCRIPTION:Julius Rodriguez is an American jazz pianist\, composer\, and rising star in the vibrant alternative jazz scene. Known for his soulful sound and dynamic playing\, Rodriguez blends a deep understanding of traditional jazz with modern influences\, creating a distinctive voice that resonates across genres. His music effortlessly merges elements of jazz\, funk\, and soul\, capturing the essence of both old-school and contemporary styles. \nBorn and raised in New York\, Rodriguez began his musical journey at an early age\, studying piano and drums and developing a love for jazz through the city’s rich musical history. He made a name for himself as young as eleven years old in the vibrant West Village jazz club scene\, and later honed his craft at prestigious institutions such as the Juilliard School of Music\, where he further shaped his sound and refined his improvisational skills. \nRodriguez’s artistry extends beyond his musicianship. As a composer and bandleader\, he brings a unique energy to every performance\, seamlessly navigating between melodic inventiveness and intricate rhythms. His debut album\, Let Sound Tell All\, received critical acclaim\, showcasing his ability to craft intricate compositions that push the boundaries of jazz. His most recent album\, Evergreen\, further demonstrates his growth as an artist\, blending rich\, complex arrangements with a deep sense of emotion\, while continuing to explore and push the boundaries of the genre. \nWhether performing in intimate settings or large festivals\, Rodriguez continues to establish himself as one of the most promising voices in contemporary alternative jazz. His work as a collaborator is equally impressive\, having joined forces with a wide range of influential musical figures\, such as Meshell Ndegeocello\, Lianne La Havas\, Remi Wolf\, Kurt Elling\, Chris Botti\, A$AP Rocky\, Cautious Clay\, and Madison McFerrin. With his impeccable technique\, musicality\, and vision\, Julius Rodriguez is poised to become one of the defining voices of his generation in the ever-evolving world of jazz.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/julius-rodriguez/2025-11-17/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251117T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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SUMMARY:Julius Rodriguez
DESCRIPTION:Julius Rodriguez is an American jazz pianist\, composer\, and rising star in the vibrant alternative jazz scene. Known for his soulful sound and dynamic playing\, Rodriguez blends a deep understanding of traditional jazz with modern influences\, creating a distinctive voice that resonates across genres. His music effortlessly merges elements of jazz\, funk\, and soul\, capturing the essence of both old-school and contemporary styles. \nBorn and raised in New York\, Rodriguez began his musical journey at an early age\, studying piano and drums and developing a love for jazz through the city’s rich musical history. He made a name for himself as young as eleven years old in the vibrant West Village jazz club scene\, and later honed his craft at prestigious institutions such as the Juilliard School of Music\, where he further shaped his sound and refined his improvisational skills. \nRodriguez’s artistry extends beyond his musicianship. As a composer and bandleader\, he brings a unique energy to every performance\, seamlessly navigating between melodic inventiveness and intricate rhythms. His debut album\, Let Sound Tell All\, received critical acclaim\, showcasing his ability to craft intricate compositions that push the boundaries of jazz. His most recent album\, Evergreen\, further demonstrates his growth as an artist\, blending rich\, complex arrangements with a deep sense of emotion\, while continuing to explore and push the boundaries of the genre. \nWhether performing in intimate settings or large festivals\, Rodriguez continues to establish himself as one of the most promising voices in contemporary alternative jazz. His work as a collaborator is equally impressive\, having joined forces with a wide range of influential musical figures\, such as Meshell Ndegeocello\, Lianne La Havas\, Remi Wolf\, Kurt Elling\, Chris Botti\, A$AP Rocky\, Cautious Clay\, and Madison McFerrin. With his impeccable technique\, musicality\, and vision\, Julius Rodriguez is poised to become one of the defining voices of his generation in the ever-evolving world of jazz.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/julius-rodriguez/2025-11-17/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T210000
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SUMMARY:Kenyon Dixon
DESCRIPTION:Kenyon Dixon is a three-time GRAMMY-nominated singer\, songwriter\, and torchbearer for modern R&B—proving the genre is not just alive\, but thriving. With smooth\, soul-stirring vocals and a pen rooted in truth\, love\, and timeless storytelling\, the Los Angeles native has quietly become one of the most respected voices in contemporary music. \nDixon’s career began behind the scenes\, working with legends like Tank\, Tyrese\, and Faith Evans \, and lending his voice to major artists including Nick Jonas\, Jill Scott\, and Kirk Franklin. But it’s his solo catalog that’s solidified his place in R&B. From Expectationsto Closer to The R&B You Love\, he’s delivered a steady run of critically acclaimed\, top 5 iTunes charting albums that both honor the genre’s roots and reimagine its future. \nHis 2023 and 2024 GRAMMY nominations for “Lucky” and “Can I Have This Groove” (both from The R&B You Love: Soul of the ’70s) marked a defining moment in his solo career. That same year\, he completed his second headlining tour in support of the album\, with most dates selling out nationwide. \nMost recently\, Dixon released Come As You Are—a collaborative R&B\, soul\, and jazz fusion album with super-producer Terrace Martin\, best known for his work on Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly and Good Kid\, M.A.A.D City. The project is already earning widespread acclaim for its bold fusion of genres\, spiritual depth\, and cultural authenticity. \nBeyond his own records\, Dixon’s creative footprint spans across the industry. He co-wrote 10 songs on Justin Timberlake’s latest albumEverything I Thought It Was\, arranged and vocally produced theICU Remix for Coco Jones\, and co-wrote “Keep Going Up.” He also served as music director for Revolt TV’s The Link Up II and continues to be a go-to collaborator for artists across genres. \nDixon’s music has also made its way to the screen\, featured in hit shows and films like The Chi\, Bel-Air\, and Tyler Perry’s Divorce in the Black. In 2025\, he earned an NAACP Image Award nomination for Best Collaboration for his duet “Whatcha Done Now” with R&B powerhouse Leela James—adding another milestone to an already stellar run. \nWith a sound that fuses nostalgia and innovation\, Kenyon Dixon isn’t just delivering the R&B you love—he’s defining what its future sounds like.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/kenyon-dixon/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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SUMMARY:Emily Bear & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Emily Bear is a Grammy and Emmy award-winning composer and songwriter who most recently wrote the Moana 2 soundtrack with her writing partner Abigail Barlow. This accomplishment makes them the youngest duo and the only female songwriting team to write a full soundtrack for a Disney animated film. \n  \nWhile Bear was still single digits\, she was performing as a pianist on the world’s most legendary stages including Carnegie Hall\, The Hollywood Bowl\, Lincoln Center\, Montreux Jazz Festival\, and the White House. When she was 9 years old\, her mentor Quincy Jones produced her chart-topping original jazz album\, Diversity. \nIn 2022\, at the age of 20\, she won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for ‘The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical Album\,’ which she co-wrote with Abigail Barlow. Barlow & Bear broke barriers by composing the musical live on social media\, composing 16 songs in 5 weeks\, resulting in more than 300 million views on TikTok. Bear co-wrote\, produced and orchestrated the project which shot to #1 on the U.S iTunes pop charts within 1.5 hours of its release and reached the top 5 albums worldwide. That same year\, Bear received an Emmy Award for her original score for “Life centered” a PBS documentary. In addition\, Forbes Magazine listed her on its prestigious ‘30 Under 30’ list. \nIn 2023\, not only did Emily score the soundtrack for the film Dog Gone\, starring Rob Lowe which became the No. 1 film for Netflix worldwide\, but also toured with the legend that is Beyoncé on the Renaissance World Tour as her pianist! \nEmily is also a founding member of the Recording Academy’s new Songwriters & Composers Wing and she has raised millions of dollars for charities through events and performances. Emily has multiple musical projects in the works across theater\, film & TV\, as well as\, her own solo album.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/emily-bear-friends/2025-11-10/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251110T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251111T210000
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SUMMARY:Emily Bear & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Emily Bear is a Grammy and Emmy award-winning composer and songwriter who most recently wrote the Moana 2 soundtrack with her writing partner Abigail Barlow. This accomplishment makes them the youngest duo and the only female songwriting team to write a full soundtrack for a Disney animated film. \n  \nWhile Bear was still single digits\, she was performing as a pianist on the world’s most legendary stages including Carnegie Hall\, The Hollywood Bowl\, Lincoln Center\, Montreux Jazz Festival\, and the White House. When she was 9 years old\, her mentor Quincy Jones produced her chart-topping original jazz album\, Diversity. \nIn 2022\, at the age of 20\, she won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for ‘The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical Album\,’ which she co-wrote with Abigail Barlow. Barlow & Bear broke barriers by composing the musical live on social media\, composing 16 songs in 5 weeks\, resulting in more than 300 million views on TikTok. Bear co-wrote\, produced and orchestrated the project which shot to #1 on the U.S iTunes pop charts within 1.5 hours of its release and reached the top 5 albums worldwide. That same year\, Bear received an Emmy Award for her original score for “Life centered” a PBS documentary. In addition\, Forbes Magazine listed her on its prestigious ‘30 Under 30’ list. \nIn 2023\, not only did Emily score the soundtrack for the film Dog Gone\, starring Rob Lowe which became the No. 1 film for Netflix worldwide\, but also toured with the legend that is Beyoncé on the Renaissance World Tour as her pianist! \nEmily is also a founding member of the Recording Academy’s new Songwriters & Composers Wing and she has raised millions of dollars for charities through events and performances. Emily has multiple musical projects in the works across theater\, film & TV\, as well as\, her own solo album.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/emily-bear-friends/2025-11-10/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251105T233000
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SUMMARY:Ghost Note
DESCRIPTION:A highly inventive percussion-based ensemble\, Ghost-Note showcases the combined talents of fellow Snarky Puppy drummers Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth. Working with a rotating group of collaborators\, they make a kinetic\, stylistically varied blend of groove-based funk\, EDM\, hip-hop\, jazz\, and rock. The band emerged in 2015 with their debut album\, Fortified\, which hit the top of digital jazz charts. Drawing upon such influences as James Brown\, J Dilla\, and Herbie Hancock as well as West African\, Afro-Cuban\, and Brazilian rhythmic traditions\, Ghost-Note have continued to expand their sound on albums like 2018’s Swagism and 2024’s Mustard n’Onions.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/ghost-note-2/2025-11-05/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251105T210000
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SUMMARY:Ghost Note
DESCRIPTION:A highly inventive percussion-based ensemble\, Ghost-Note showcases the combined talents of fellow Snarky Puppy drummers Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth. Working with a rotating group of collaborators\, they make a kinetic\, stylistically varied blend of groove-based funk\, EDM\, hip-hop\, jazz\, and rock. The band emerged in 2015 with their debut album\, Fortified\, which hit the top of digital jazz charts. Drawing upon such influences as James Brown\, J Dilla\, and Herbie Hancock as well as West African\, Afro-Cuban\, and Brazilian rhythmic traditions\, Ghost-Note have continued to expand their sound on albums like 2018’s Swagism and 2024’s Mustard n’Onions.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/ghost-note-2/2025-11-05/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251104T210000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251104T233000
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SUMMARY:Ghost Note
DESCRIPTION:A highly inventive percussion-based ensemble\, Ghost-Note showcases the combined talents of fellow Snarky Puppy drummers Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth. Working with a rotating group of collaborators\, they make a kinetic\, stylistically varied blend of groove-based funk\, EDM\, hip-hop\, jazz\, and rock. The band emerged in 2015 with their debut album\, Fortified\, which hit the top of digital jazz charts. Drawing upon such influences as James Brown\, J Dilla\, and Herbie Hancock as well as West African\, Afro-Cuban\, and Brazilian rhythmic traditions\, Ghost-Note have continued to expand their sound on albums like 2018’s Swagism and 2024’s Mustard n’Onions.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/ghost-note-2/2025-11-04/2/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251104T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040358
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T163212Z
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SUMMARY:Ghost Note
DESCRIPTION:A highly inventive percussion-based ensemble\, Ghost-Note showcases the combined talents of fellow Snarky Puppy drummers Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth. Working with a rotating group of collaborators\, they make a kinetic\, stylistically varied blend of groove-based funk\, EDM\, hip-hop\, jazz\, and rock. The band emerged in 2015 with their debut album\, Fortified\, which hit the top of digital jazz charts. Drawing upon such influences as James Brown\, J Dilla\, and Herbie Hancock as well as West African\, Afro-Cuban\, and Brazilian rhythmic traditions\, Ghost-Note have continued to expand their sound on albums like 2018’s Swagism and 2024’s Mustard n’Onions.
URL:https://www.discoverhollywood.com/event/ghost-note-2/2025-11-04/1/
LOCATION:Blue Note Jazz Club
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