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Mayor Andre Dickens has officially announced the lineup for the 2023 Atlanta Jazz Festival. The Atlanta Jazz Festival (hosted by the City of Atlanta) is celebrated the entire month of May at several venues in Atlanta. The festival ends with multiple concerts on Memorial Day Weekend at Piedmont Park in Atlanta. The Atlanta Jazz Festival is free and open to the public.2023 ATLANTA JAZZ FESTIVAL LINEUPFRIDAY, MAY 26TH, 20238:00 PM- The Apollo's Production of THE BLUES AND IT'S PEOPLE- This is a ticketed event that will be at the Atlanta Symphony Hall. Tickets can be purchased on the festival website. SATURDAY, MAY 27TH, 20231:00 PM- LAKECIA BENJAMIN -jazz, funk, and R&B saxophonist 3:00 PM- TONY HIGHTOWER -vocalist 5:00 PM- DAVID SANCHEZ -Latin jazz saxophonist 7:00 PM- SAMARA JOY -vocalist 9:00 PM- JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS 10:00 PM- LATE NIGHT JAZZ CONCERT featuring CECILY- This is a ticketed event, and reservations can be made on the festival website. SUNDAY, MAY 28TH, 20231:00 PM- SÉLÈNE SAINT-AIMÉ -afro-French bassist and vocalist 3:00 PM- BRANDEE YOUNGER -contemporary jazz, soul, and funk harpist 5:00 PM- JAVON JACKSON AND THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO NIKKI GIOVANNI -poet and saxophonist 7:00 PM- JOSE JAMES -hip-hop infused jazz vocalist 9:00 PM- STANLEY CLARKE -jazz fusion bassist MONDAY, MAY 29TH, 20231:00 PM- SATYA -singer/songwriter 3:00 PM- JAMES FRANCES -pop influenced jazz pianist 5:00 PM- BRENDA NICOLE MOORER -singer/songwriter 7:00 PM- CHIEF XIAN ATUNDE ADJUAH (formerly Christian Scott) -trumpeter and jazz innovator 9:00 PM- LEDISI -R&B and jazz vocalist Above is the 2023 Atlanta Jazz Festival line up for the Memorial Day weekend only. For the complete list of artists for the entire month of May, go to: atljazzfest.com  Atlanta Jazz Festival is one of the largest FREE jazz festivals in the country. An annual celebration of the music, culture, and art of jazz throughout the entire month of May and culminates each Memorial Day weekend, with an outdoor festival featuring jazz artists from all over the world. The Atlanta Jazz Festival's mission is to expose and entertain a diverse audience of Jazz aficionados, young Jazz enthusiasts, and aspiring musicians to the rich heritage and variety of Jazz as an authentic form of American music. Atlanta Jazz Festival is produced by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Tony Hightower Dedicates His New Album, Legacy, To His Late Mother At a time when jazz music could truly use a boost in listenership, singer Tony Hightower is on a mission to be the bridge to help a younger generation of appreciators crossover.  TC Carson Speaks with When We Speak TV at Atlanta Jazz Festival We already know that you are saying...that's Kyle from Living Single.....NO...that's TC Carson, but ....YES....many people recognize TC Carson from his role as Kyle Barker in the hit sitcom, Living Single.  Daughter of Award Winning Music Legend, Diana Ross, Shares What Makes Her Happy We had so much fun speaking with Rhonda Ross. Many of you may know her as the daughter of Diana Ross and Berry Gordy but she is so much more than just that! KEYWORDS
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The Riverfront Abita Beer Stage brings four days of music including headliners The Soul Rebels ft. Big Freedia, Ani DiFranco, Samantha Fish, and Tank and the Bangas. On Thursday night, Irma Thomas, Soul Queen of New Orleans closes out the stage with her last note followed by a special 40th-anniversary fireworks show on the riverfront, made possible by New Orleans & Company. Returning to JAX Lot, the Chevron Stage is a longtime Cajun/Zydeco destination well-known for its dancing crowds and energetic sounds. This year the Chevron Evening Concert Series features Big Chief Monk Boudreaux and the Golden Eagles, Erica Falls, Louisiana’s LeRoux, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. & the Zydeco Twisters, and free dance lessons daily. The GE Stage in Jackson Square kicks off Thursday following the Festival’s Opening Ceremony and continues throughout the weekend with New Orleans’ most respected artists and culture-bearers including Lena Prima, The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, debut artist Charlie Gabriel and a special performance from Solid Harmony – A Tribute to Topsy Chapman, who began her French Quarter Festival journey the inaugural year. Artists on the Jack Daniel’s Stage in Canal Plaza bring a variety of sounds including performances from Latin band Muévelo, Rock artist and debut Zita, and favorites like R&B group Water Seed and The Dirty Dozen Brass Band. At the Tropical Isle Hand Grenade Stage, the lineup includes debut Rachel Fleetwood & Perfect Love Band, Higher Heights Reggae Band, Bag of Donuts, whose costumes are sure to liven up even the quietest Fest fan, a Sunday morning Gospel performance from debut choir The Zion Harmonizers and more. The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint is now home to the Credit Human Songwriter Stage inside the museum on the 3rd floor Saturday - Sunday and will include performances and talks from artists such as Mia Borders and Cole Williams. Outside, fans can enjoy more than a dozen brass bands Friday-Sunday on the Louisiana Fish Fry Stage, and the WWL-TV Esplanade in the Shade Stage brings debut Jason Neville FunkySoul Band, Astral Project, Iceman Special, and more to the Festival. Stop by the Pan-American Life Insurance Group Stage Friday-Sunday for a fusion of Latin beats, World Music, and Jazz from debuts like Cyrus Nabipoor Quintet and Javier Olondo & AsheSon. Ernie’s Schoolhouse Stage located at the Homer A. Plessy Community School brings youth from across the city to perform including the John Ehret Jazz Ensemble and Edna Karr. The festival brings more music and dancing to the French Quarter neighborhood with the return of the French Market Traditional Jazz Stage, which also features free dance lessons, and the French Market Dutch Alley Stage, both located in the French Market District. More traditional jazz stages join the Festival’s lineup on Saturday and Sunday on Royal and Bourbon St. including the Café Beignet Stage at Musical Legends Park and Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans, the Omni Royal Orleans Stage, Hancock Whitney Stage, and Zapp’s Potato Chips Stage. French Quarter Festival also welcomes the Loyola University Stage at 400 Royal Street which kicks off Saturday with a performance by current students in the Loyola University Contemporary Ensemble(s). The Complete Music Schedule is now available on frenchquarterfest.org. French Quarter Fest Sponsors Include: Chevron, Abita Brewing Company, Aetna Better Health of Louisiana, Alka Seltzer, AOS Interior Environments, Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, The Berger Company, Blue Bikes, Broussard’s Restaurant & Courtyard, Brown-Forman, Café Beignet, Caesars New Orleans - Coming 2024, Clarion Herald, Cumulus New Orleans KEYWORDS French Quarter Festival in New Orleans - french quarter festival 2023 - french quarter fest line up - french quarter festival line up - french quarter festival new orleans 2023 - french quarter jazz festival 2023 - french quarter festival music - french quarter festival app - when is french quarter festival - french quarter festival location - When We Speak TV - Jermaine Sain - New Orleans culture and heritage - big freedia - tank and the bangas - water seed at french quarter festival - big freedia at french quarter festival - FlowTribe - Flow Tribe - new orleans READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED K.C. 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The non-profit French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), shares final details about French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron, April 13-16, 2023. Billed as the world’s largest showcase of Louisiana music, food, and culture, the 2023 festival will feature over 50 music performance debuts, ten new culinary experiences, nighttime programming, and special 40th-anniversary components. Today, Android and iPhone users can install the newly updated French Quarter Fest app to access the schedule, culinary lineup, maps, and more. DOWNLOAD THE FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL APPFans are invited to join festival organizers, sponsors, and partners to celebrate this milestone on Thursday, April 13 at 10 a.m. for the French Quarter Festival Kickoff Parade. The parade departs from the 200 block of Bourbon Street and makes its way to Jackson Square for the annual opening day ceremony at the GE Stage.  FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL WEBSITE: frenchquarterfest.org FACEBOOK: fqfest INSTAGRAM: FQFEST TWITTER: FQfestNOLA KEYWORDS french quarter festival - new orleans - new orleans cuisine - new orleans music - nola festivals - french quarter - live music french quarter - french quarter festival 2023 - french quarter festival 2023 lineup - new orleans french quarter festival 2022 - french quarter festival history - french quarter fest lineup - Flow Tribe - K.C. Ororke - new orleans festivals - Keith Burnstein - Is the french quarter fest still on - will there be a french quarter fest 2021 - Jermaine Sain - When We Speak TV - when is french quarter festival in new orleans READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED K.C. O'Rorke -Inspired By The Rhythm And Sounds Of New Orleans K.C. O'Rorke speaks about the rhythm and sounds of New Orleans which have inspired him as a musician.  New Orleans Piano Man, Keith Burnstein  Tony Hightower Dedicates His New Album, Legacy, To His Late Mother At a time when jazz music could truly use a boost in listenership, singer Tony Hightower is on a mission to be the bridge to help a younger generation of appreciators crossover.
Hey Speakers! We just want to take a moment to share a few awesome events happening in and around Atlanta that you're sure to enjoy! GO OUT THERE AND HAVE A GREAT TIME!  ATLANTA EVENTS -FEBRUARY 2023 Althea Rene Live at Suite Food Lounge, February 2 2023Althea René gained musical inspiration from her father Dezie McCullers (one of Motown's original Funk Brothers). She has since developed her creative style. More details Smyrna Oysterfest, February 3-5 2023Annual oyster festival at Atkins Park Restaurant & Bar, with Louisiana Cajun-style oysters and live entertainment. For more details  Kindred the Family Soul at Center Stage, February 3 2023Kindred the Family Soul is a Grammy-nominated adult contemporary R&B duo from Philadelphia consisting of husband and wife Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon. Big hit singles eluded them, but they developed a strong following that appreciated their unwavering dedication to releasing relatable and mature R&B. More details  West End Comedy Fest 2023 FEB 3 – FEB 51UP Comedy, Fire City Comedy, and Hissy Fit Comedy are teaming up once again to bring you the second annual West End Comedy Fest. More details  HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands, February 4 2023The HBCU marching event of the year is back! It’s the HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands. New name–same event you’ve always loved. The original battle of the bands is back in Atlanta and kicking off Black History month with six of the top HBCU marching and bands in the country along with special performances by two of the best high school marching bands in Atlanta. Get Tickets Hearts & Soles 10K, February 4 2023Annual 10K race in Smyrna. More details  AtlantaBrickCon - A LEGO Fan Event, February 4 2023Come join thousands of LEGO fans for two days filled with everything LEGO at AtlantaBrickCon, a LEGO Fan event! More details  Sacred Ground: An Indoor Sol Dance experience at The Chapel on Sycamore, February 4 2023Sol Dance is a free-form movement experience where all bodies are welcomed. We offer a gently guided, sensory journey meant to be experienced in its entirety. The music is meticulously curated by Scott alongside talented percussionists & sound healers – generally not limited to only one genre. More details Hot Chocolate 15K/5K, February 5 2023Annual chocolate-themed 15K and 5K races in central Atlanta. More details Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, February 6-20 2023One of the biggest Jewish film festivals in the world, featuring dozens of narrative and documentary films. For more details SCAD TV fest, February 9-11 2023Annual festival of the televisual arts in association with the Savannah College of Art and Design. More details India.Arie & The Songbird Experience with Kevin Ross at Center Statge Atlanta, February 10 2023 ...and rare performances by Gospel Recording artist Gene Moore, Khari Cabral of JIVA, Spiritual Influencer- A Soul Called Joel, Mayah Dyson, and a few other surprises! Get Tickets Hapeville Celebrates Black History, February 11 2023 The second and final installment of Hapeville Celebrates Black History will include a very special live performance by cellist Okorie "OkCello" Johnson. OkCello is an Atlanta-based cellist-songwriter, looper, improviser, and storyteller who has been featured in InStyle and Atlanta Magazines, and has participated in numerous collaborations, including with the Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Emory University, and Flux Projects and has performed and recorded with numerous award-winning artists, including Maxwell, Van Hunt, India.Arie, De La Soul, and Big Boi of Outkast. 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More details  Anita Baker: 40th Anniversary: The Songstress Tour: With Babyface, February 14 2023Anita Baker has brought grace and class to every performance since her teenage days honing her three-octave vocal range at Detroit nightclubs. After gaining more experience on the stage with the Detroit funk band Chapter 8, she set off on a solo career in the early 1980s. She hit it big with such romantic classics as "Sweet Love" and took the world by storm, starting with her first headlining stint, The Rapture Tour, in 1986. Over the next decade, Baker kept conquering the charts as well as stages around the world, until 1994-95's Rhythm of Love tour. After a long hiatus, she came back strong in 2004 after signing to Blue Note Records, and she became a regular on the road once again. In January 2018, she announced her retirement, but not before saying goodbye with a bang with her hugely successful Farewell Concert Series tour. 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More details  Vibes Jazz Cafe, February 25 2023Come out for a sultry listening party with the Sugar Biscuit Band featuring Vanessa Simon as they bring an evening of jazz and R&B in romantic, intimate, and classy setting. Grand opening will be Saturday, February 25th at 8pm. More details Universal Joint 4th Annual Chili Cook Off, February 25, 2023Join the fun in Universal Joint in Downtown Lawrenceville for their 2023 4th Annual Chili Cook Off is on Saturday, February 25th from 12:00 to 4pm! More details Music Though The Decades, with performances by Ceelo Green, The Tony Tatum Experience, & More!!!, February 25 2023 CeeLo Green, DJ Jelly, Tony Tatum, Richmond Punch, Tyrus Turner, Fashion Show by VNJ Designs, and more are ready to entertain you for Morrow’s Black History Month. Free family event from 3-11pm on February 25th. More Details Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival, February 25 2023Food and drink festival at Atlantic Station, with beer and bourbon tastings, southern-style barbecue, live music, vendors and games. More details Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K, February 25-26 2023Annual race series with marathon, half-marathon and 5K courses through central Atlanta. Start and finish lines at Centennial Olympic Park. More details Steamhouse Lounge Oysterfest, February 25-26 2023Annual oyster festival in Midtown Atlanta, with roast and grilled oysters and other foods, live music and bar. More details READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED Jazz In The Alley Highlights Singer Shameia Crawford Singer Shameia Crawford sings Before I Let Go by Frankie Beverly and Maze at Jazz In The Alley Norcross.  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