The Blackbyrds
- Mandag, januar 11, 2027
- 19.00-22.00
- Blue Note London Saint Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4HX, Storbritannien
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On January 11, 2027, The Blackbyrds bring their Washington, D.C. jazz-funk legacy to Blue Note London for a set built on groove, melody, and that smooth blend of soul, R&B, and fusion. Born in 1973 from Howard University students brought together under the guidance of trumpeter Donald Byrd, the band carved out a sound where elastic arrangements meet fat bass lines and tight, dance-friendly rhythms.
Expect the show to move easily between flowing instrumentals and more vocal, soul-leaning moments, the kind of mix that made their 1970s run on Fantasy Records so distinctive, from The Blackbyrds and Flying Start through City Life and beyond. Classics like “Walking in Rhythm”, “Happy Music”, or “Rock Creek Park” capture their signature: warm textures, crisp playing, and an instant pocket. Reformed in the 2010s, The Blackbyrds are back on stage with music that still feels made for clubs, and that famous groove that hip-hop kept sampling for a reason.
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Blue Note London
Saint Martin's Lane, London WC2N 4HX, Storbritannien