With the release of 2018’s Swagism, Ghost-Note has made their mission clear. With an expansive roster of next-level musicians-representing members of Prince, Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu, Herbie Hancock, Kendrick Lamar, Marcus Miller, Toto, Justin Timberlake, and more-the band is pushing funk music into the future, building on the uplifting, pioneering foundations laid out by the likes of James Brown and Sly & The Family Stone and infusing their fresh take with tastes of afrobeat, hip-hop, psychedelia, world folklore, and more. Headed by Snarky Puppy’s multi Grammy–winning percussion duo of Robert Sput Searight and Nate Werth, Ghost-Note is an explosion of sound. Sept 17th!ħpm doors || 8pm show || $25 advance || $30 at door Marie join forces for one incredible night of music on Sat. Furthermore, the ever-growing family of musicians has mounted successful headlining tours in the United States, Canada, and Japan and performed at high-profile international music festivals and events.Grammy-award caliber talents, Ghost-Note, and Dauzat St. The group’s two studio albums-2018’s Swagism and 2015’s Fortified-have earned critical acclaim and popular success around the globe, with both albums hitting the #1 spot on the iTunes Jazz Charts. Focused on creating seductive dance-able grooves and a contagious feel-good energy, each show is an opportunity to let loose and connect, for both fans and the musicians alike.Īfter forming in 2015, Ghost-Note has already begun to take the world by storm. Ghost-Note’s live performances are bold and in your face, with the group offering up none of the tight-laced pretenses frequently associated with the band’s jazz roots. Featuring numerous guest collaborators, including Kamasi Washington, Karl Denson, Bobby Sparks, Nigel Hall, Taz, and others, Swagism showcases the band’s stunning ability to meld and amplify sounds, ultimately adding to Ghost-Note’s sharp, complex collaborations.įearless, both in Swagism’s sonic depth and conscious social commentary, the band easily translates this adventurousness in a live setting. The album puts rhythm at the forefront, with irresistible, heavy-hitting beats underlying the group’s wild, rich music. Mike Jelani Brooks (Kirk Franklin, RC & The Gritz) – tenor saxophone, flute Jonathan Mones (Funky Knuckles, RC & The Gritz) – alto sax, flute Sylvester Onyejiaka (Prince, Quantic) – baritone sax, tenor sax, fluteĭominique Xavier Taplin (Prince, Toto) – keyboards Robert Sput Searight (Snarky Puppy, Herbie Hancock, Kendrick Lamar) – drumsĭywane “MonoNeon” Thomas (Prince) – bass, guitarĪ.J. Grammy Award winning Ghost Note come to Ithaca! About this Event
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