Gulf Coast Summer Fest Pensacola Tickets - Vince J. Whibbs Sr Community Maritime Park

Nathan Mitchell

2 concerts

Nathan Mitchell is an acclaimed American jazz/soul composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. He's known for Billboard hits like “Sweet Moments” and “Swing City.” A nominee for a 2020 NAACP Image Award for “Outstanding Jazz Album,” Mitchell continues earning recognition for his innovative style and musical storytelling.

Jeff Lorber

3 concerts

Grammy-winning keyboardist Jeff Lorber, born in Philadelphia, fuses funk, R&B, rock, and electric jazz. Known for hits like "Pacific Coast Highway," he achieved success with the Jeff Lorber Fusion, collaborating with artists including Chick Corea, Mike Stern, and Bob Mintzer. His albums often top jazz charts, with "Prototype" earning a Grammy.

Gerald Albright

1 concert

Born in South Central LA, jazz saxophonist Gerald Albright excels across multiple instruments. He’s known for hits like "Just Between Us" and "24/7" with Norman Brown. Albright’s collaborations include Patrice Rushen, Quincy Jones, and Dave Koz. His albums, such as "Slam Dunk" and "Summer Horns," frequently top jazz charts, and he runs his own label, Bright Music.

Mindi Abair

1 concert

Saxophonist Mindi Abair, known for her powerful jazz and blues style, collaborated with stars like Gregg Allman and Joe Perry. She earned 2 GRAMMY nominations, appeared on American Idol, and toured with Duran Duran and Aerosmith, and launched wineandjazz.com.

Spyro Gyra

16 concerts

Formed in Buffalo, NY, Spyro Gyra is a pop-jazz fusion band known for hits like "Morning Dance." They blend R&B, pop, and Caribbean music, earning multiple Grammy nominations.

Jonathan Butler

10 concerts

South African-born Jonathan Butler is renowned for blending R&B, pop, jazz fusion, and gospel. Known for hits like "Lies," his album sales and Grammy nods highlight his acclaim. Raised under apartheid, his music often subtly reflects his experiences. His collaborations include Ruby Turner and Stevie Wonder. His albums frequently top jazz charts, with notable works like Grace and Mercy. Living globally, Butler's music celebrates both spiritual and cultural roots.

Najee

13 concerts

Born in Greenwich Village and raised in Queens, Najee is a renowned jazz and R&B saxophonist and flutist. Known for his lyrical style, he achieved fame with albums like "Najee's Theme" and "Tokyo Blue." He has collaborated with icons such as Prince, Chaka Khan, and Stanley Clarke, won two NAACP Awards, and topped jazz charts multiple times, most recently with "Center of the Heart."

Kirk Whalum

4 concerts

Memphis-bred saxophonist Kirk Whalum blends gospel, R&B, blues, and jazz. Known for topping charts with "For You" in 1998 and winning a Grammy for "It's What I Do," he's collaborated with Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, and Al Green. He recorded on The Bodyguard soundtrack, was part of BWB, and released notable albums like The Gospel According to Jazz series and Humanité. Whalum also toured extensively, contributing to soundtracks and covering artists like Stevie Wonder and Babyface.

Adam Hawley

4 concerts

Guitarist and producer Dr. Adam Hawley, born in Omaha, is known for his innovative style, 17 Billboard #1 hits, and playing with legends like Maurice White, Jennifer Lopez, and Natalie Cole. He leads MBF Entertainment, was Mediabase Artist of the Year 2024, and has a Doctorate in Musical Arts from USC. Tours worldwide with highlights like Seabreeze and Java Jazz Fests.

Alex Bugnon

4 concerts

Swiss jazz keyboardist Alex Bugnon, nephew of Donald Byrd, grew up at Montreux Jazz Festival. Studied in Paris & Berklee, worked with Patti Austin & Keith Sweat. Albums like 'Love Season' hit R&B charts; known for blending jazz & urban styles.

Peter White

2 concerts

Peter White, born in Luton, England, is a celebrated British guitarist known for his lyrical smooth jazz style. Initially gaining fame with Al Stewart, he later collaborated with artists like Richard Elliot and Kirk Whalum. White's notable albums include 'Perfect Moment' and 'Groovin'. He's also co-written hits like "Time Passages" and released a number of successful solo albums, featuring reworked classics and original compositions.

Gulf Coast Summer Fest

3 concerts

Gulf Coast Summer Fest with Rob Zinn, Jeff Lorber, and more

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