WasFest with Meshell Ndegeocello and Robert Glasper

Jun 23, 2023 at 8:00 PM · Boch Center Shubert Theatre, Boston, MA Boch Center Shubert Theatre, Boston, MA

Jun 23

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Meshell Ndegeocello

7 concerts

Meshell Ndegeocello, born in Berlin and raised in Washington, D.C., is celebrated for her genre-defying music across jazz, blues, funk, and more. Known for her virtuosic bass skills and unique vocal style, she gained fame with hits like "If That's Your Boyfriend." Collaborating with artists such as John Mellencamp, she has been nominated for multiple Grammys, winning for Best Alternative Jazz Album with "Omnichord Real Book." She's contributed to projects like the Sun Ra tribute and collaborated with a wide array of musicians, continually challenging musical boundaries.

Robert Glasper

18 concerts

Robert Glasper, born in Houston, is renowned for blending jazz, hip-hop, and R&B. He has 5 Grammys and an Emmy. Known for the Black Radio series, he’s collaborated with legends like Erykah Badu and Common. Glasper also won a Peabody for "Mr. Soul!" and champions Black music and culture through his innovative work.