Jazz Fest’s Second Weekend: Encore performances on tap
27th April 2015 · 0 Comments
By Geraldine Wyckoff
Contributing Writer
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To paraphrase an old, often expressed saying, the second, four-day weekend of Jazz Fest should be undertaken as a “marathon not a sprint.” “Must See” artists on one’s list aren’t to be missed — you don’t want to hear how great they were from your buds the next day — but enjoying, relaxing and having fun are “Must Dos” too.
Stay true to your own personal mottos. A few good ones include “don’t miss the legends,” “don’t miss the Electrifying Crown Seekers” and when in doubt, go to the Gospel Tent — it always swings.
CHARLES LLOYD
Thursday, April 30, 2015
National Fav: Third Word, Congo Square Stage, 5:30 p.m. It’s close to impossible to think of the reggae band Third World without its hit, “96 Degrees in the Shade” popping into ones head. Then again, “Now That We’ve Found Love,” which was originally recorded by the O’Jays, jumps in the brain too. Several of the founding members of the band that was founded in 1993 payday loans over 6 months no credit check carry on the one love groove.
Local Fav: Terence Simien & the Zydeco Express, Congo Square Stage, 2:05 p.m. Two time Grammy-winner, accordionist/vocalist Terence Simien brings all of his influences to a set — the zydeco and Creole French that he grew up with in Mallet, Louisiana, the rhythm and blues of nearby New Orleans and the reggae of his kindred spirits in Jamaica. He’s a stand-out singer who always has a smile on his face and no shoes on his feet.
Personal Fav: Monty Alexander: Harlem-Kingston Express, Jazz Tent, 5:30 p.m. Jamaican born and New York raised pianist Monty Alexander earned his reputation in jazz though a bit of his island homeland remained close to his soul. In the Harlem-Kingston Express, Alexander more thoroughly examines and enjoys the connection of the two strong elements of his musical life.
Friday, May 1, 2015
National Fav: Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Gentilly Stage, 3:30 p.m. Okay, the Dirty Dozen could be described as a local fav as well as national fav and even an international fav. Now celebrating its where can i get an emergency loan with bad credit 32nd anniversary, the innovative group set the brass band scene on fire bringing modern jazz, funk, rhythm and blues to the street tradition. Without the Dozen, would there be a Rebirth, New Birth, Soul Rebels doin’ what they do?
Local Fav: White Cloud Hunters Mardi Gras Indians, Jazz & Heritage Stage, 12:40. The highly-respected Big Chief Little Charles Taylor boasts one of the finest voices in the Black Indian nation — other Indians and spectators gather around to hear the stories in his songs. Chief Taylor formed the White Cloud Hunters gang in 1982 after coming up under another well-regarded chief, Thomas Sparks of the Yellowjackets. This is real deal, old-time Black Indian tradition.
Personal Fav: Christian Scott, Jazz Tent, 2:40 p.m. Trumpeter Christian Scott debuts his new band that will be heard on his next release Stretch Music expected out in September. Mentored by his uncle, saxophone great Donald Harrison Jr., Scott, in turn, utilizes a wealth of young musicians in his current, expanded ensemble that includes two saxophonists, a flautist, a guitarist and vocalists along payday loans little rock with the rhythm section. Interestingly, drummer Joe Dyson will move from his usual spot at the trap set to play a “pan African kit,” that Scott describes as a hybrid of African and American drums. Scott is full on in his game as heard on his recent live performances. He blows with confidence gained by experience and an understanding of what came before.
Saturday, May 2, 2015
National Fav: Terence Blanchard E-Collective, Jazz Stage, 5:45 p.m. New Orleans own, the always innovative, multiple Grammy-winning, brilliant trumpeter/composer Terence Blanchard shakes the music up once again on his soon to be released, Blue Note CD Breathless that features his new quintet, The E-Collective. The group includes longtime Blanchard pianist, Fabian Almazan, guitarist Charles Altura, bassist Donald Ramsey and drummer Oscar Seaton all of whom will appear at the Fest. (The CD, the title of which refers to Eric Garner’s tragic words, “I can’t breathe,” also includes vocals by PJ Morton and spoken word by Blanchard’s son, T. Oliver Blanchard Jr.) Exemplifying Blanchard’s step in another direction, the album opens with the ever-classic account checking online “Compared to What.”
DAVELL CRAWFORD
Personal Fav: Charles Lloyd, Jazz Tent, 4:10 p.m. Saxophonist and composer Charles Lloyd is a legend who has played with the legends from bluesman Howlin’ Wolf to trumpeter Miles Davis. “I’m still drunk on the music, declares Lloyd, 77, who remains passionate about music’s inherent humanitarian nature to communicate and foster understanding. “This is a music of wonder.” In 1965, Lloyd organized his own formidable quartet with one hour loan no credit check now-legends, pianist Keith Jarrett, drummer Jack DeJohnette and bassist Cecil McBee. It was with this group that he would produce some of his most noted works, Dream Weaver and Forest Flower: Live at Monterey. The recordings found cross-over support from popular and rock audiences new to the jazz arena. His group at the Fest will include next generation pianist Gerald Clayton and bassist Joe Sanders with Kendrick Scott on drums.
Sunday, May 3, 2015
National Fav: Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Congo Square Stage, 5:40 p.m. Maze featuring lead singer Frankie Beverly comes to Jazz Fest at the end of the day with a perfect attitude. The group with whom this city has had a love affair since 1980 when it recorded its album, Live in New Orleans, at the Saenger Theater, never fails to bring happiness to its surroundings especially when the entire crowd sings along with and line dances to its signature closer, “Joy and Pain.”
Local Fav: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Acura Stage, 5:45 p.m. The natural progression of the performers closing the Jazz how to get a payday loan in oregon Fest on Fess Stage (now Acura Stage) from Professor Longhair himself to the Neville Brothers and now Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews boasts of the endurance of New Orleans’ real deal attitude and love of its history. Shorty, as we all call him, gives the music a new, modern edge but never forgets his roots. The energetic trombonist, trumpeter, vocalist and bandleader remains a superstar with a big heart and soul. Go Shorty…
Personal Fav: The Meters featuring Art Neville, Leo Nocentelli, George Porter Jr., Joseph “Zigaboo” Modeliste with Cyril Neville, Acura Stage, 1:55 p.m. In the late 1960s, the Meters defined and ultimately continued to define New Orleans funk. The band’s groove has been an influence throughout the nation and through the decades. It only takes hearing a couple of bars to identify the Meters’ classic “Cissy Strut” — the group’s sound is that distinctive. Every time these great musicians decide to come together — one more time, two more times, three more times — is a gift.
This article originally published in the April 27, 2015 print edition of The Louisiana Weekly newspaper.
