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SUMMARY:Rhythim on Shockoe Sessions Live!
DESCRIPTION:SSL is a live\, weekly concert series celebrating RVA’s goldmine of musicianship!Concerts performed at In Your Ear Studios. With a unique blend of R&B\, pop\, and hip-hop influences\, RHYTHIM’s music resonates with listeners on a deep emotional level\, while also delivering infectious hooks and catchy melodies He’s collaborated with renowned producers like Africa’s most renowned streets anthem crooner Dj Yk Mule\, Dj Khalipha\, Billboard charting producers like Champion and Mykah\, FizzyBeats\, Grammy nominated Psquares “shikini” hits maker “V-tek” and most recently signed to Rhythim Music Factory “Oz The Beat”  “An artist who effortlessly blurs the lines between genres\, RHYTHIM is a rising star to watch.” – XXL Magazine  Doors 7pm Show 7:30pm SHARP!  If you can’t make it in person\, you can watch live or later HERE!
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/rhythim-on-shockoe-sessions-live/
LOCATION:In Your Ear Studios\, 1813 East Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Performance
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SUMMARY:Gallery5 Jazz Night with the Sweet Potatoes!
DESCRIPTION:Gallery5 Fourth Friday Jazz Night!On the fourth Friday of each month we open up our doors to the jazz world Inviting local jazz musicians to bless our stage with their individual sounds. For April we are joined by the Sweet Potatoes. Purchase reserved seating to enjoy this night in style. Proceeds support the artists and ensures continued accessibility to the free community event! Standing room available at no charge but donations always appreciated! — Gallery5 is a 501c3 non profits arts organization devoted to engaging communities through the arts. Your purchase helps fuel our mission! For more information please visit www.gallery5arts.org
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/gallery5-jazz-night-with-the-sweet-potatoes/
LOCATION:Gallery5\, 200 West Marshall Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Butler
DESCRIPTION:Jonathan Butler appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VABox Office: The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. Our box office is open Tues-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit us during those hours or call 804-447-8189. Seating: We assign seats in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $15 per guest. Gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases.  Jonathan ButlerWebsite | Facebook | Instagram  Jonathan Butler is a singer-songwriter and guitarist who leads a life few can imagine. Born in South Africa under the shadow of apartheid and raised in poverty\, Butler was the first non-white artist to be played on South African radio and appear on national television. Though his musical abilities would take him away from the world he grew up in\, Jonathan would neither forget the plight of his fellow South Africans\, nor the man that led them to freedom. It is for this reason Nelson Mandela credits Butler’s music as having inspired him during his imprisonment. In more ways than one\, Jonathan Butler is representative of South Africa. Jonathan’s story begins at a very young age when his father presented him with a homemade one-string guitar. Little did his father realize that he was giving way to a musical phenomenon. From then on\, Jonathan’s musical gifts grew by leaps and bounds. In his early teens Butler won a local talent contest\, affording him the opportunity to perform with a touring musical company throughout South Africa. On occasion he would perform at lavish concert halls for whites only\, where he would not be allowed to use the bathroom\, and the very next night he would perform in a dilapidated local township. Ultimately\, his ticket to a new life was music. At thirteen\, Jonathan’s talents caught the eyes and ears of the British record producer Clive Caulder. He was signed to Caulder’s Jive Records and the rest is history. Jonathan’s first single broke down racial barriers becoming the first song by a black artist played by white radio stations in South Africa and won the South African equivalent to a Grammy®. His commitment to his craft came to fruition with his self-titled debut album\, which received a Grammy® nomination for the pop hit “Lies.” An instrumental “Going Home” earned him another Grammy® nomination and the mid-tempo ballad “Sarah\, Sarah” confirmed Butler’s place in popular music. However\, to Jonathan Butler\, success is measured on a higher plane. A religious and spiritual man\, Butler dedicates his life to being a devoted father and grandfather\, and a caring citizen to his homeland\, South Africa. And in spite of all the hardships\, Jonathan Butler has an air of playfulness and quiet resilience that is easily visible in his passionate performances.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/jonathan-butler/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Performance
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SUMMARY:Patti LaBelle with Special Guest Leela James
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful\, simply does not describe the incomparable force known to the world as Patti LaBelle. As time continues to evolve\, the soulful songbird’s name has become synonymous with grace\, style\, elegance and class. Belting out classic rhythm and blues renditions\, pop standards and spiritual sonnets have created the unique platform of versatility that Ms. Patti is known and revered for. As she continues into her fourth decade of performing\, the Philadelphia maven has returned to her roots with her latest project\, The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle. “I was born gospel\, so it’s not like I’m coming back or trying to impress people with this new gospel project. I’ve always done this. I’ve never done a whole album. That’s the only thing that’s missing\,” observes the songstress. “I’ve come full circle where you can say it’s a complete project.” The church tour accompanied the release of The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle. It began at The Potter’s House in Texas\, home to Bishop TD Jakes. Patti was blessed to have gospel legend Shirley Ceasar pray a special prayer\, “for people to accept me as the new carrier of His word. God is working on me\, He’s working through me\, and He’s putting changes all over me – positive. I know I’m chosen. I know this is something I was meant to do. For 10 years now I’ve been trying to do this gospel album and I finally did it. And it feels so good singing these songs.” For Ms. Patti\, she simply desires for her fans not to judge her with this record and to be aware that this gift is from her heart and deep within her soul. “I want them to take away a beautiful message. I want them to take away a beautiful CD\, which means take it home\, buy it so that we can help with this cancer calling.” That humility and honesty has been the true gospel according to Patti LaBelle. “Staying a person that people can say they encountered and she was very\, very giving. She didn’t get Hollywood on us. I never want to be thought of as a Hollywood person\, you know the people who don’t have time for the people who made them.” The same motivation that had Patricia Louis Holt blossom from a choir member to lead vocalist for Patti LaBelle & The Bluebelles to a solo artist is the same energy that keeps her fire burning at six-two years young. “Each year I grow\, and that’s a blessing from God. I do what I can do. I do what I feel God has given me the energy to do\, so I just go out there and I do it-It’s not about making money because I don’t need money\, but I need to sing. With a voice or without\, I’ve got to get on that stage.” And the world is thankful that Ms. Patti’s preaching sounds so good to our ears. With a voice that’s raw\, powerful\, and unmistakably soul-stirring\, Leela James has carved out a singular space in music where classic soul meets contemporary R&B. Since her breakout debut A Change Is Gonna Come in 2005\, Leela has earned a reputation for blending deep\, emotive storytelling with gritty vocals and timeless grooves. Influenced by legends like Aretha Franklin\, Al Green\, and Chaka Khan\, she channels the spirit of old-school soul while fearlessly pushing musical boundaries.  Early in her career\, she was honored by the legendary James Brown\, who affectionately coined her “The Goddaughter of Soul\,” recognizing her authentic voice and powerful connection to the roots of the genre.  Ms. James has gone on to record and release seven LPs\, delivering eight Top 20 R&B radio singles\, including two Number One tracks on the Billboard charts. Her 2021 single  “Complicated” topped the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart for three consecutive weeks in the summer of that year\, solidifying her reputation as a force in contemporary soul.  Her beloved ballad “Fall For You” is now considered a modern classic and was certified Gold in October 2022\, surpassing 500\,000 units sold. Over the years\, her music—including hits like “Don’t Want You Back” and “Say That” featuring Anthony Hamilton—has become synonymous with passion\, authenticity\, and emotional honesty.  In 2014\, Leela won The Soul Train Certified Award\, and in 2021\, she garnered an NAACP Image Award nomination for Best R&B Collaboration. She earned another NAACP nomination in 2025 for her powerful single “Lookat Whatcha Done Now” featuring Kenyon Dixon\, further cementing her role as a vital and enduring voice in modern soul. 
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/patti-labelle-with-special-guest-leela-james/
LOCATION:Altria Theater\, 6 N. Laurel Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 233220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Tony Terry
DESCRIPTION:Tony Terry appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VABox Office: The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. Our box office is open Tues-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit us during those hours or call 804-447-8189. Seating: We assign seats in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $15 per guest. Gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases.  Tony Terry Facebook | Instagram | Twitter As folks reflect upon the emergence of urban adult contemporary music in the 1980s\, discussions often veer toward Luther or Anita. But deep fans don’t underestimate the contribution of GRAMMY Nominated and Soul Train Award winning singer and songwriter Tony Terry. After graduating from the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington\, D.C.\, he sang backing vocals for several R&B groups A Maryland native\, Terry moved to New York as a young man in search of a career as a solo singer\, and it wasn’t long before singing in local clubs led to a signing by Epic Records. For his 1987 debut album\, Forever Yours\, Terry and his team aimed squarely at the emerging New Jack Swing market\, landing two top 10 hits with “She’s Fly” and “Lovey Dovey.” But it was a strategic turn on his sophomore disc that solidified Terry’s spot in soul music history as a balladeer supreme with his Classic hit “With You“. “With You” was a romantic ballad that Epic didn’t believe in\, but Terry knew was a hit. It slowly percolated\, without label support\, on Quiet Storm radio\, ultimately landing in the Top 10 and giving Terry his signature hit. When Anita Baker heard that Epic wouldn’t pay for a music video for the song\, she fronted Terry $50\,000 and brought in Blair Underwood to direct what would become one of the more popular music videos of the era.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/tony-terry/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Julian Vaughn
DESCRIPTION:Julian Vaughn appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VABox Office: The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. Our box office is open Tues-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit us during those hours or call 804-447-8189. Seating: We assign seats in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $15 per guest. Gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases.  Julian VaughnWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter A dynamic lead bass player from Kansas City\, bassist Julian Vaughn has made an international name for himself since 2010. As a bassist in the smooth jazz genre Vaughn plays a variety of styles from smooth\, finesse and funk which he developed while playing in the church where his grandfather pastored. Julian Vaughn has toured all over the U.S. and internationally. Vaughn takes pride in being able to write and produce almost all his music. “I want to be known as a great writer and producer just as much as I am an artist”. Vaughn has released a total of  7 albums along with eight Billboard #1s. In 2020 Vaughn was the #2 Artist of The Year as well as the #2 and #17 on Billboard’s songs of the year for Afro Calypso and Afternoon Delight. His latest independent release titled “SOLO” is slated to be his best work to date. Evidence that he continues to redefine the lead bassist role in the smooth jazz genre.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/julian-vaughn/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Dave East: Karma 4 Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ember Music Hall x G-Man Live Presents Dave East Live at Ember Music Hall on Friday\, April 10th!Ember Music Hall x G-Man Live Presents: Dave East Live at Ember Music Hall The Karma 4 Tour  A strong lyricist adept at telling gritty street narratives\, Harlem-based MC Dave East has a style heavily reminiscent of ’90s New York hardcore rap\, while sounding fresh enough to compete with the contemporary hip-hop landscape. After building a buzz with several independent mixtapes during the early 2010s\, East caught the attention of his favorite rapper\, Nas\, who signed him to Mass Appeal. Several Billboard-charting releases followed\, including 2016’s Kairi Chanel and 2017’s Paranoia: A True Story.  Get your tickets now!Event is 18+
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/dave-east-karma-4-tour/
LOCATION:Ember Music Hall\, 309 East Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Stacks - Jay Baxter & J.A.M.
DESCRIPTION:Jazz in the Stacks 2026         View this post on Instagram            The 2026 Jazz in the Stacks Concert Series returns with six exciting performances from talented regional musicians. This popular series takes place on the second Friday of each month from April through September. Each live concert is hosted on stage inside of the Petersburg Public Library Conference & Event Center. 2026 Concert Lineup Friday\, April 10 – Jay Baxter & J.A.M.Friday\, May 8 – The Fam BandFriday\, June 12 – Sounds Funny BandFriday\, July 10 – Kozy Cats BandFriday\, August 14 – Soul Unlimited BandFriday\, September 11 – Rodney StithThe series is hosted by Micah “Bam Bam” White\, a comedian\, actor\, and speaker. He has appeared on platforms such as TEDx\, All Star Comedy Show\, and the movie Red Kool-Aid. His energy and personality help create a fun and engaging experience at every concert. “Jazz in the Stacks is part of the Downtown Petersburg tradition of ‘Friday for the Arts\,’ which we help keep alive\,” said Wayne Crocker\, Library Director. What once focused on visual art and an artist of the month has evolved into a musical celebration that honors the performing arts and the literary arts\, since someone had to compose and write each song. Each performance offers a safe\, welcoming space for the community to connect\, enjoy great music\, and celebrate local talent. The series provides a free\, engaging cultural experience while also encouraging reading and literacy throughout the year. Event Details Location:Petersburg Public Library201 W. Washington St.Petersburg\, VA 23803 Time:Doors open at 6:00 PM Admission:Free and open to the public Food and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase Safety:Security is present at each concert to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment. What to Expect If our parking lot is full\, you may park next door at the church beside us. Live Music Fun Jazz in the Stacks is one of Petersburg’s most popular live music events. Many concerts reach capacity\, with standing-room-only crowds. Arrive on time to secure your spot and enjoy an evening of great music in an intimate setting.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/jazz-in-the-stacks-jay-baxter-j-a-m/
LOCATION:Petersburg Public Library\, 201 W. Washington St.\, Petersburg\, Virginia\, 23803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:An Evening with John Legend
DESCRIPTION:A Night of Songs & Stories presented by AudacyJohn Legend is an EGOT-winning\, critically acclaimed\, multiplatinum artist and producer who has garnered 13 Grammy® Awards\, an Academy Award®\, a Golden Globe® Award\, a Tony® Award and four Emmy® Awards\, among others. Legend is one of only nineteen people in the prestigious EGOT club—a feat that places him among the most versatile entertainers in history. From recording studios to Broadway stages\, from film sets to television screens\, he’s proven himself a creative force who transcends boundaries and redefines what it means to be a modern artist.  Legend has released eleven albums throughout his career: Get Lifted (2004)\, Once Again (2006)\, Evolver (2008)\, Wake Up! (with The Roots) (2010)\, Love in the Future (2013)\, Darkness and Light (2016)\, A Legendary Christmas (2018)\, Bigger Love (2020)\, LEGEND (2022)\, LEGEND (Solo Piano Version) (2023) and My Favorite Dream (2024).  After releasing the 20th anniversary digital deluxe version of his Grammy® -winning debut album\, Get Lifted—featuring new remixes and collaborations with artists including Tems\, Simi\, Killer Mike\, and Lil Wayne—Legend launched his “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary World Tour” in May. The North American leg kicks off this August\, bringing his acclaimed debut album back to the stage for a new generation of fans.  Legend’s influence extends to live performance\, including his recent “An Evening with John Legend: A Night of Songs and Stories” tour in 2024. On screen\, he delivered a stunning performance as Jesus in NBC’s Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert (2018)\, earning an Emmy® nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor and winning an Emmy® as a producer for Outstanding Variety Special (Live). Legend joined THE VOICE as a coach for Season 16 (2019) and has returned for several seasons\, most recently completing Season 27. Legend will return to the red chair for Season 29.  Beyond music\, Legend is a visionary producer and storyteller. Alongside partners Mike Jackson and Ty Stiklorius\, he co-founded Get Lifted Film Co.\, which has created a wide range of acclaimed projects across major networks and streaming platforms. Recent highlights include the Emmy®-winning HBO documentary 1000% ME: GROWING UP MIXED\, Paramount+’s LOUDMOUTH\, and Netflix’s hit series RHYTHM & FLOW. Upcoming projects include NBC/Peacock’s BEFORE I LET GO\, inspired by Kennedy Ryan’s best-selling novel; The War & Treaty\, based on the lives of Black country music stars Michael and Tanya Trotter; and the Broadway musical Soul Train and off-Broadway play Duke & Roya. Get Lifted’s storytelling expertise also extends to publishing through Get Lifted Books\, which champions diverse voices with recent releases including Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant’s memoir\, Wild Life\, and basketball legend Candace Parker’s book\, The Can-Do Mindset.  Expanding his entrepreneurial footprint\, Legend launched his self-care brand\, Loved01\, in 2023\, to bring consumers gentle but powerful skincare formulas at affordable prices. In 2024\, he and his wife\, Chrissy Teigen\, introduced Kismet\, a dog lifestyle brand offering premium food and accessories for modern dog families\, which is available online and at Chewy.com.  As an advocate for social justice\, Legend founded FREEAMERICA in 2015 to transform the conversation around criminal justice policies and combat mass incarceration. He also serves on the boards of Harlem Village Academies and Management Leadership for Tomorrow\, as well as advisory boards for The Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice and Teach for All. In July\, Legend was named Philanthropist of the Year at THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER’s Annual Social Impact Summit in recognition of his ongoing commitment to social change.  John Legend’s career is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence\, creativity\, and justice. Whether through his music\, storytelling\, activism\, or entrepreneurship\, Legend continues to inspire and leave an indelible mark on the world. 
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/an-evening-with-john-legend/
LOCATION:Altria Theater\, 6 N. Laurel Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 233220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Bill Frisell Trio ft: Rudy Royston & Thomas Morgan
DESCRIPTION:Bill Frisell Trio appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VABox Office: The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. Our box office is open Tues-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit us during those hours or call 804-447-8189. Seating: We assign seats in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $15 per guest. Gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases.  Bill FrisellWebsite | Facebook | Instagram  Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than 45 years and many celebrated recordings\, whose catalog has been cited by Downbeat as “the best recorded output of the decade”. Frisell’s new album\, “In My Dreams” released March ’26 by Blue Note Records to coincide with a series of concerts celebrating his 75th birthday throughout the U.S. and Europe.  Produced by Lee Townsend\, the album features Frisell’s long-time collaborators – Jenny Scheinman (violin)\, Eyvind Kang (viola)\, Hank Roberts (cello)\, Thomas  Morgan (bass) and Rudy Royston (drums) – in an ensemble configuration that has never recorded together previously\, performing largely original music written or newly arranged\, especially for this project.  Bill’s excitement for it is palpable.  “I’ve been dreaming about this.”\, he said. “A family gathering. A reunion. That’s what it feels like getting together with my closest friends. Our history goes back decades. Coming up on a half-century with Hank! I’ve spent so much time with these folks. Traveled many miles. But that doesn’t mean we’re done. There’s still much unfinished business. We’re just getting started.” In March 2022\, a biography on Frisell\, entitled Beautiful Dreamer – The Guitarist Who Changed The Sound of American Music\, written by Philip Watson was published by Faber and released in the UK\, Europe\, South\, Central America & Asia.  Through unprecedented access\, and interviews with his close family\, friends and collaborators\, Philip Watson tells the story of the innovative and influential guitarist and composer.  Recognized as one of America’s 21 most vital and productive performing artists\, Frisell was named an inaugural Doris Duke Artist in 2012.  He is also a recipient of grants from United States Artists and Meet the Composer\, among others.  From 2013 – 2015\, Bill was Resident Artistic Director for Jazz at Lincoln Center for their Roots of Americana series\, and in 2016\, he was a beneficiary of the first FreshGrass Composition commission to preserve and support innovative grassroots music.  Upon San Francisco Jazz opening their doors in 2013\, he served as one of their Resident Artistic Directors.  Bill is also the subject of a documentary film by director Emma Franz\, entitled Bill Frisell: A Portrait\, which examines his creative process in depth.  He has also received an honorary doctorate from the Berklee College of Music. Rudy RoystonBorn in Fort Worth\, Texas\, and raised in Denver\, Colorado\, Royston has been a professional teacher\, drummer and percussionist for almost twenty years. He studied classical percussion at University of Denver where earned undergraduate degrees in Music and English\, and accomplished teacher certification credentials from Metropolitan State College of Denver. Rudy grew up playing drums in church\, and found his voice under the auspices of Colorado’s celebrated trumpeter Ron Miles\, whom Royston deems his greatest influence\, and with whom Rudy has played since 1991. He has taught\, recorded and performed all styles of music from Jazz to marching percussion. Since moving to Piscataway\, New Jersey in 2006\, Royston has completed a Masters in Music degree from Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts in New Brunswick\, New Jersey\, and performed with many of today’s finest Jazz musicians. Javon Jackson\, Bill Frisell\, Les McCann\, David Gilmore\, Ben Allison\, Jason Moran\, JD Allen\, Sean Jones\, Jeremy Pelt\, Greg Osby\, Jennifer Holiday\, Ravi Coltrane\, Ralph Bowen\, Bruce Barth\, George Colligan\, Don Byron\, Stanley Cowell\, Tom Harrell\, John Ellis\, Jenny Scheinmenn and The Mingus Big Band\, to name a few. A lover of all genres of music\, Rudy continues to pursue music and expand his music horizons. Thomas MorganThomas Morgan is a double bass player with a unique approach to the instrument and an exceptional musical understanding. He has played on a hundred some recordings and toured all over the world as a member of bands led by Bill Frisell\, Jakob Bro\, Craig Taborn\, Masabumi Kikuchi\, Paul Motian\, Charles Lloyd\, Dan Weiss\, Jim Black\, John Abercrombie\, Dave Binney\, Steve Coleman\, Henry Threadgill\, and Tomasz Stańko\, among many others.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/bill-frisell-trio-ft-rudy-royston-thomas-morgan/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T213000
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SUMMARY:DEMOLA LIVE!
DESCRIPTION:DEMOLA appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VA  DEMOLAWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  Demola (also known as “Demola the violinist”) is a musician\, singer-songwriter\, a multi-instrumentalist\, record producer and an award winning SELF TAUGHT–MULTI-GENRE VIOLINIST. He is a viral social media sensation with over 3.5 million followers across his social media platforms\, seen performing music from all genres and different countries and cultures across the world. Demola was born in Lagos\, Nigeria\, he moved to the USA to pursue his solo music career. His love for music started at a very tender age\, stemming from listening to different genres of popular and contemporary music by music-loving parents. He has performed for THOUSANDS OF AUDIENCES ALL OVER THE WORLD\, including guest appearances in his home town of Houston\, TX. Performing the National Anthem for the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Stadium packed with over 35\,000 people\, a packed house of about 15\,000 people at the Houston Rockets Toyota Center\, as well as sold out his own self produced concerts “FAC-TOUR” (‘Feel1ings’ & ‘Classics’ Original violin Album Classics Tour) at Houston’s prestigious Hobby Center for The performing Arts & One In A Million Tour at the House Of Blues in collaboration with Live Nation. Demola is a fan favorite\, representing the city of Houston touring with the City of Houston Mayor as well as performed the national anthem for both the World Series Champions Houston Astros\, The Texans\, Houston Dynamo as well as the Houston Rockets. With multiple appearances on local\, national and international TV including GMA online\, KPRC-2 local houston\, FOX-26 Houston\, CultureMap Houston\, 97.9 KBXX Houston\, FOX-31 Denver\, WGN-9 Chicago\, Black News Channel\, and many more!  The native Lagosian turned Houston resident is a multi-hyphenate in his own right Adored by millions across the world\, internationally recognized multi-genre violinist & award-winning artist\, “Demola the Violinist” brings his electric personality and musical talent to any stage. Fusing the various timbres of Afrobeats\, the colorful sounds of Reggae\, the animated bounce of Hip-Hop\, Dance Hall\, Reggaeton\, Jazz\, Classical\, Rap\, Country\, Rock & Roll … and his own ORIGINAL SONGS\, Demola has made a name for himself and his artistry bridging the gap between traditional classical music and contemporary sounds. Demola is the official violinist for many award winning\, legendary R&B groups including Tonytonitoné and Dwayne Wiggins. Based in Houston\, Texas. He recently had a collaborative performance at the 2024 Houston rodeo with  country music award winning sensation with Jelly Roll. Demola travels the world sharing his musical talent and has acquired a significant following of over 2M followers across social media who turn to his music for inspiration and entertainment. Aside from being a seasoned violinist and musician\, Demola is a singer\, songwriter\, and producer. He is one of the first artists of his kind fusing the various timbres of AFRO-BEAT\, the colorful sounds of Reggae\, R&B\, Reggaeton\, Jazz\, a bevy of buoyant Pop tones and the animated bounce of Hip-Hop while coherently blending it all together with the EUPHONIOUS MELODIES OF HIS VIOLIN. Winning multiple awards in 2023 for his music and philanthropy\, Demola was honored with a proclamation by the Mayor of Houston in Tx.  Demola is set to release his vocal + violin album in 2024. He released his lead single off the album “One In A Million” on Feb 14\, 2023 and this song has received positive and great reviews by fans and people worldwide. He followed with the successful release of his second single ”Mbappe” which also has millions of streams. His 24 city world tour in 2023 : “One In A Million” tour was wildly successful with sold out shows in every city. He is set to release his vocal + violin album in 2024 and follow up with the One In A Million Tour 2.0 to support the album. In 2022 Demola released Feel1ngs\, Original Violin album which has garnered millions of streams across platforms alongside his cover albums Classics with Demola volume 1 & 2.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/demola-live-3/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000
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SUMMARY:TIM TURNER
DESCRIPTION:“Timothy Turner’s spiraling saxophone notes soar up into the brilliant March sky\, providing downtown with a jazzy soundtrack. From his spot on the corner…the street musician colors the clamorous city soundscape with his vibrant flourishes and fluid musical brushstrokes.” – THE WEEKLY CHALLENGER (St. Petersburg\, Florida) Tim Turner is an accomplished jazz saxophonist and drummer who has performed everywhere from recording studios to jazz clubs. He is also an experienced busker\, having performed on city streets from Boston to Malibu. As a street performer\, he learned the art of bucket drumming. This afternoon set transforms the iconic Révéler stage into an indoor busk setting\, where improvisation and collaborations manifest.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/tim-turner/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T064826
CREATED:20260329T041514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T041613Z
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SUMMARY:SAY LESS BRASS BAND
DESCRIPTION:Six-piece brass ensemble features tuba\, sax\, trumpet\, trombones\, and drums. Super funky. Bringing the party where ever they go\, the Say Less Brass Band combines both modern day pop music with a touch of New Orleans to bring a unique musical atmosphere to any location they find themselves\, wether it’s on the streets or in the clubs. Be prepared for an exciting afternoon of funk\, soul\, rock\, hip-hop\, and many more genres all portrayed through the sounds of brass and drums. Members: Chris Sclafani (saxophone); Josh Murrell (trumpet); Zach Taylor (trombone); Kwasi Terkper (bass trombone); Andre Mollineau (tuba); Aaron Zarrow (drums).
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/say-less-brass-band/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T064826
CREATED:20260323T040823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T040825Z
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SUMMARY:The Fabulous Thunderbirds: A Tribute to Chicago Blues
DESCRIPTION:The Fabulous Thunderbirds appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VABox Office: The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. Our box office is open Tues-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit us during those hours or call 804-447-8189. Seating: We assign seats in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $15 per guest. Gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases.  The Fabulous ThunderbirdsWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Harmonica Master Returns to His Musical Roots Kim Wilson\, the legendary harmonica virtuoso and frontman of The Fabulous Thunderbirds\, is preparing for what may be his most personally meaningful tour yet. The upcoming “A Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour represents a homecoming of sorts for Wilson\, who cut his teeth playing alongside the very architects of the Chicago blues sound during the genre’s golden era. “That’s where I live\,” Wilson says about Chicago blues. “This is what I love. It’s what I’ve always loved. Everything else that I do\, I try and put that mojo on it.” Early Immersion in the Scene Wilson’s connection to Chicago blues runs deep\, stretching back to his teenage years when he was fortunate enough to witness and learn from the masters themselves. “I was probably about 16 years old\, maybe even 15\,” Wilson recalls about when he first became aware of the Chicago blues scene. “All my friends were listening to that stuff and all those guys were coming in and playing live everywhere you can imagine.” The young Wilson saw legends like Johnny Shines\, Muddy Waters\, George “Harmonica” Smith\, and Jimmy Reed perform live. More remarkably\, he got to play with them. “I played with Eddie Taylor when I was 18 or 19 years old. That’s about as Chicago blues as you can get\,” he notes.  The Sound  What set Chicago blues apart from other regional styles was its distinctive mood and power. “Something about Chicago blues\, those guys really knew how to set a mood\,” Wilson explains. The migration of blues musicians from the rural South to Chicago created a unique fusion. “They take their district\, their region\, and they bring it to another city. And it morphs into a combination of a couple of things\,” Wilson observes. The urban environment demanded amplification\, which fundamentally changed the sound. “These musicians performed in a lot of other places before they got to Chicago. They soaked up the different scenes across the country\,” Wilson says. “Then they put those sounds through an amplifier. Because they were playing in bars. You can’t be heard otherwise.” Chicago blues was also distinguished by its harmonica-driven sound\, featuring legends like Little Walter\, James Cotton\, and Big Walter. “A lot of Chicago blues was built around the harmonica\,” Wilson notes\, explaining his natural gravitation toward the genre. The Human Element One aspect Wilson emphasizes about the Chicago blues masters is their approachability despite their legendary status. “They were just regular people. That was the thing\,” he reflects. “People like Jimmy Rogers\, I worked with him\, and I love covering his stuff. But he was just a normal guy… with a lot of talent. The same with Muddy Waters\, the originator of electric Chicago blues. I would go out to eat with him after a show and no one knew exactly who he was\, but they knew he was somebody important. Even the king carried himself like a normal human being.” This down-to-earth quality extended throughout the blues community. “Big stars\, people like B.B. King\, people like Bobby Blue Bland\, they were still very normal people. That’s because they came from normal backgrounds. They came from having nothing to having a bit of something.” A Musical Ecosystem Wilson describes the Chicago blues scene as a thriving ecosystem where hundreds of clubs supported a vibrant community of musicians. “A lot of those guys rarely left the city. They were all playing clubs in Chicago. There were hundreds of them.” This concentration created an environment where musicians constantly pushed each other to excel. The personal connections Wilson forged during this era remain vivid. “Literally it was like playing basketball with Michael Jordan every single time\,” he says. “You’re playing with all your heroes. It was an incredible time to be alive.” The Upcoming Tour The “Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour will feature a mix of classic chestnuts and deeper cuts from the Chicago blues catalog. “There will be a lot more traditional songs in the set\,” Wilson explains. “We haven’t decided exactly how we’re going to mix it up yet\, but I’m hoping I can do this for a little while\, to be honest with you.” However\, Wilson will maintain his traditional approach of not using set lists. “I prefer to let the energy of the crowd and the performance dictate the evening’s direction.” Authenticity and Individual Voice Wilson emphasizes the importance of individual expression within the blues tradition. “You have to do your own thing\,” he insists. “When people come see me and they see this band\, they know that they’re going to get something unique\, even if it’s in that genre.” This philosophy reflects something he learned from the masters themselves. “One great thing about these guys\, that does not happen today very often\, is they all have their own personality. They all have their own style. They all have their own delivery. They were all unique inside that musical genre.” Looking Forward As Wilson prepares to take audiences on this musical journey\, he hopes fans will dig deeper into the music’s origins. “When you hear us doing stuff\, certain songs\, dig back to where the original came from. Find out who did it. You will probably end up owning everything they ever did\, like I do.” The “Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour promises to be more than just a series of concerts — it’s a master class in authenticity\, delivered by someone who learned from the source and has spent decades perfecting his craft while maintaining his own distinctive voice within the tradition.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/the-fabulous-thunderbirds-a-tribute-to-chicago-blues/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T170000
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SUMMARY:JUSTIN GOLDEN'S RICHMOND RESIDENCY
DESCRIPTION:featuring THE DEVIL’S COATTAILS; R.O. SHAPIRO (San Francisco); and ASHLEY VIRGINIA (NC)The series is curated by Justin Golden\, an American roots\, Piedmont blues\, and Americana artist based in Richmond. Justin has spent years building a career rooted in traditional blues\, folk\, and country while actively mentoring younger musicians and supporting local arts initiatives. Justin Golden’s origins are deeply vested in the blues\, with roots in the Mississippi Delta\, Chicago and the Piedmont of Virginia. Golden has carefully studied country blues\, with influences ranging from Blind Boy Fuller to Taj Mahal to indie guitar. And as a traditional roots music stalwart\, he’s passing the inspiration to youth by teaching them to play as well. His training as an archaeologist has taught him to view music through a historical lens. Studying historic cemetery sites throughout Virginia\, he noted that old burial grounds could be lost within a generation\, which made him realize that the historic memory of music should also be preserved. Since 2016\, Justin has been an instructor of Piedmont Blues Guitar at Augusta Heritage Center’s Blues and Swing Week at Davis and Elkins College in West Virginia. While he is keenly versed in traditional styles\, he has an extremely diverse musical palette and brings new ideas to traditional blues forms. Justin performs with his Virginia supergroup DEVIL’S COATTAILS\, featuring Trey Burnart Hall (mandolin\, tenor banjo\, electric guitar)\, Chris Gatens (upright bass\, clawhammer banjo) and Drew Barnocky (drums and washboard). Golden has created a sound where country\, blues and bluegrass converge. Together the group has just released Golden Country: Volume 1 to rave reviews. In early 2025\, Justin received a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis\, which significantly limited his ability to tour full-time or maintain a consistent out-of-town performance schedule. Rather than stepping away from music\, Justin redirected his energy into building this concert series — creating space for collaboration\, bringing musical peers to RVA\, and continuing to serve the community through live performance. Also performing: R.O. (Raphael Odell) SHAPIRO is a purveyor of original Americana music\, carefully crafted and soulfully sung. He was born in Brooklyn\, NY and grew up in Sag Harbor\, an old whaling town at the very eastern end of Long Island. He started performing at an early age\, first with dance and then musical theater\, before picking up guitar at the end of high school. He attended Yale University\, still focusing on theater\, but spent a lot of his evenings singing with a cappella groups\, a rock band\, and a choral folk ensemble called Tangled Up In Blue\, or TUIB. After graduating he moved to New York City to pursue acting\, but also started picking up some small venue gigs. When he realized that he was more excited about playing dive bars than Broadway\, he packed up and headed out west to California to team up with fellow TUIB alum\, Jenner Fox\, forming the band Odell Fox. They started touring almost immediately\, cultivating an energetic and intimate live show experience that R.O. has continued to build upon as a solo artist. They moved to Austin\, TX\, where they released two records\, the “Moon Shiner EP\,” in 2016\, and “Thank You\,” in 2017. When the band parted ways at the end of 2017\, R.O. stayed in Austin\, gigging regularly in the hallowed venues of that world famous music scene. It was then he developed the full-band\, electrified sound that you can hear on 2021’s “King Electric Sessions\,” his first release since leaving Odell Fox. In recent years he has typically played solo\, touring regularly in the Northeast\, California\, and Pacific Northwest including Alaska and Vancouver Island. R.O. has drawn comparisons to Ray LaMontagne\, Josh Ritter\, and Nathaniel Rateliff. He is a winner of the 2022 Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk songwriting contest\, and recently recorded with producer/instrumentalist Phil Cook (Bon Iver\, Hiss Golden Messenger.) He is currently based in Northern California\, and always on the lookout for new communities and stages where he can share his authentic warmth and wit. ASHLEY VIRGINIA is a North Carolina–based singer-songwriter\, multi-instrumentalist\, producer\, educator\, and organizer whose work centers grassroots community building\, radical listening spaces\, and folk traditions as living culture. Her impact reaches far beyond the stage. Her songwriting has been praised by Americana Highways as “raw\, contemporary angst\,” and her sound has been likened to the spiritual daughter of Linda Ronstadt and Paul McCartney; drifting between ’70s country cool\, West Coast cosmic Americana\, and ’60s rock ’n’ roll. As a queer and neurodivergent artist\, Ashley’s work centers vulnerability\, collective care\, and liberation. Her songwriting explores healing\, resilience\, social justice\, and shared humanity; functioning both as personal medicine and a call to connection. In 2026\, she will serve as a panelist at Folk Alliance International on “Tracing and Reclaiming Feminist Rhetoric in Folk Protest Music.” Whether building songwriter ecosystems\, producing records alone in a treehouse\, or inviting rooms of strangers into shared breath and song\, Ashley Virginia is cultivating a living folk culture one voice\, one story\, and one listening space at a time.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/justin-goldens-richmond-residency/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T220000
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SUMMARY:FUNK + SOUL PARTY!
DESCRIPTION:A JAM SESSION featuring THEROCHELLE & SIGN ‘O’ THE TIMESA weekly jam session celebrating funk\, soul\, and R&B classics hosted by Orbital Music Park\, featuring THEROCHELLE MOORE and her fab band SIGN ‘O’ THE TIMES. Get up\, get into it\, and get involved! This weekly show begins with a short set of funk and soul classics. Next up is a jam session\, where players of all levels and instruments are formed into bands that perform their unrehearsed version of a tune pulled at random from a playlist of funk classics and deep cuts. The experience is part show\, part jam session\, and a wall-to-wall dance party. Players of all levels and instruments are welcome. The OMP team curates ensembles as the night unfolds – so the bands are different every song and every week! Favorite artists include: Prince\, Parliament / Funkadelic\, The Meters\, James Brown\, Aretha Franklin\, The Temptations\, Stevie Wonder\, and Etta James. Instruments provided: drums\, bass and amp\, baby grand piano\, guitar amps\, Hammond organ\, percussion\, and much more. Audience participation is encouraged\, whether you’re dancing in your seat or on your feet. Play some bongos\, have a beer\, and jam with the band.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/funk-soul-party/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T014606Z
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SUMMARY:JAZZ WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:A JAM SESSION with MIKE HAWKINS\, DR. WELDON HILL\, and KARL TIETZEBassist Mike Hawkins leads an inclusive and vibrant jam session that spotlights jazz standards and classics. There are no wrong notes; some are just more right than others.” – Thelonius Monk. Hosted by jazz bassist\, music educator\, bandleader\, and OMP-member Mike Hawkins\, this is not a “traditional open mic” – but rather a hosted experience curated by OMP. Players of all levels are welcome. The OMP team curates ensembles as the night unfolds – so the bands are different every song and every week! From standards\, to free-form improv\, to vocal classics\, the showcase is a parade of extraordinary performances. Instruments provided: drums\, bass and amp\, baby grand piano\, guitar amps. Real Books and music stands are provided. Sound and lights are exceptional. Audience participation is encouraged\, whether you’re dancing in your seat or on your feet. Play some bongos\, have a beer\, and jam with the band. Mike Hawkins has performed with jazz legends saxophonists Jimmy Heath\, Eric Alexander\, Gary Bartz\, Donald Harrison; pianists Bruce Barth\, Eric Reed\, Mulgrew Miller\, CyrusChestnut\, John Hicks; vocalists Vanessa Rubin\, Leon Thomas\, Carla Cook; vibraharpist Stefon Harris; guitarist Mark Whitfield\, Mark Elf and Russell Malone; drummers Carl Allen\, Ralph Peterson\, Cindy Blackmon; and the trombone and seashells of Steve Turre. Also toured abroad in Japan\, Russia\, Ukraine\, China\, Germany\, Italy\, Canada and Scandinavia.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/jazz-workshop/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T220000
DTSTAMP:20260607T064826
CREATED:20260314T013447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T013833Z
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SUMMARY:MEKONG XPRESS + THE GET FRESH HORNS
DESCRIPTION:The legendary Richmond supergroup emerges from deep space to bring y’all a galaxy-sized hunk of funk and soul. RVA Mag writes: “Mekong Xpress and the Get Fresh Horns are one of Richmond’s grooviest collectives. They’ve bottled all the beauty and funk of the ’70s\, strapped it to a rocket\, and taken us along for the ride. Smooth and drifty\, they make you feel like you’re cruising past stars with the windows down.” Style Weekly writes: “The overall sound has a classic mid-’70s feel\, somewhere in a sonic landscape where early Hall and Oates\, Earth Wind and Fire\, and The Headhunters overlap.” The seven-piece ensemble features all-star players who have shaped the sound of too many iconic groups to mention. This group includes Andrew Rapisarda (guitar\, vocals); Todd Herrington (bass\, vocals); Kelli Strawbridge (drums\, vocals); Ben White (keys\, vocals); Bob Miller (trumpet\, percussion) JC Kuhl (sax); and Toby Whitaker (trombone).
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/mekong-xpress-the-get-fresh-horns/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T064826
CREATED:20260313T034826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T034829Z
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SUMMARY:JOSHUA JENKINS QUARTET
DESCRIPTION:featuring STEEL DRUMSWith explosive energy and rhythms that you can’t help but dance to\, this unique quartet places steel drums in the center of mesmerizing fusion of Latin and African music traditions. Deeply rooted in the American jazz tradition\, but never ceasing to innovate and experiment\, pianist Joshua Jenkins leans on influences from Brazil\, Cuba\, West Africa and the French Caribbean\, among others. The group will perform original compositions\, as well as unique arrangements of jazz standards and Congolese soukous songs. This special show heavily features the steel pan (also known as steel drum)\, the backbone sound of the iconic Caribbean music from Trinidad and Tobago. Modern steel drums are made from large industrial metal barrels. Some musicians use four pansticks\, holding two in each hand. This grew out of Trinidad and Tobago’s early 20th-century Carnival percussion groups known as tamboo bamboo. The 55-gallon oil drum was used to make steelpans from around 1947. The Trinidad All-Steel Pan Percussion Orchestra (TASPO)\, formed to attend the Festival of Britain in 1951\, was the first steelband whose instruments were all made from oil drums. Chosen as one of six artists to participate in Strathmore’s Artist in Residence program in 2022-2023\, Joshua has been an active and innovative part of DC’s jazz scene since 2019. With explosive energy and a penchant for performing the music of Latin America and the African diaspora\, Joshua has been playing the piano since he was seven years old\, and began performing in public at the age of twelve. A proud alum of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington\, D.C.\, he holds a Bachelor’s of Music from Temple University\, where he studied classical Piano Performance and Spanish. Alongside fellow Ellington students\, he performed on stage at the Kennedy Center and Strathmore Music Center with artists such as Ledisi\, Patti LaBelle\, and Sting. Joshua was the Jazz Ensemble Director of CAAPA (the Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts) from 2018 to 2020. He has a keen interest in Afro-Cuban drumming\, and has visited Cuba several times to conduct research and take lessons. As a graduate of the Strathmore Artist in Residence (AIR) program\, he continues to have a strong relationship with that institution and its stunning array of talent. Most recently\, in both May 2025 and February 2026\, Joshua headlined performances at the historic Blues Alley jazz club in Washington\, D.C. Beginning in 2023\, Joshua has been the keyboardist for Downtown Tumbao\, a Latin jazz ensemble that mixes contemporary Brazilian\, Afro-Cuban\, and other Pan-American sounds to create a unique fusion.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/joshua-jenkins-quartet/
LOCATION:Révéler Experiences\, 3108 W Cary St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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