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Sat, May 19
Nothing But The Sax feat. Dee Lucas, Tony Exum Jr, and Danny Kusz
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DANNY KUSZ
Minneapolis-based saxophonist was named the hippest jazz cat by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine back in 2007 for a reason. His energetic and passionate performances, innovative blend of genres, explosive sound, one-of-a-kind style and a zest for life truly earns him this title. Danny has had a truly remarkable 15-year career which has earned him 2 Los Angeles music awards, multiple Minnesota Music Award nominations, 3 solo albums and multiple charting songs including a #3 single on the GrooveJazz chart. His impressive resume has put him with Will Donato, N'Dambi, Anthony David, Phil Denny, Selina Albright, Nils and Bobby Lyle. Danny has also opened for Morris Day & The Time, Stanley Jordan, Harvey Mason and has headlined multiple festivals. Danny is a rising star and has quickly captured the attention of fans, promoters and media in the entire contemporary jazz market. He is surely to be smooth jazz' next star. Danny Kusz is courtesy of Innervision Records.
DEE LUCAS
National recording artist and saxophonist Dee Lucas has been steadily growing his brand and fan base beginning with Remembrance in 2004, a tribute to the late legend George Howard. Thereafter, it has been a steady showcase of unique stylings with Something to Ride 2 (2007), Standing Room Only (2010), Rebirth of the Smooth (2012), The Smooth Factor (2014), & Going Deeper (2016). Now, his latest EP project The Sweet Spot (2017) serves as a reminder to the contemporary jazz world that Dee Lucas is here to stay. As as runner-up in the 2007 Capital Jazz Festival Competition, Dee Lucas has opened for a plethora of artists such as Boney James, Norman Brown, Ronnie Laws, Nneena Freelon, Hugh Masakela, Greg Karukas, Peter White, Nick Colionne, Peabo Bryson, Midnight Star, and Michael Franks just name a few. He has performed at several jazz festivals such as The Arizona Jazz Festival, The Jacksonville Jazz Festival, The Savannah Jazz Festival, The Atlanta Jazz Festival, Music City Jazz Festival, and Berks Jazz Festival. Dee Lucas is courtesy of ODL Music.
TONY EXUM JR
Recording Artist Tony Exum, Jr. saxophone style brings to mind the sultriness of Grover Washington, Jr., the soulfulness of David Sanborn, the silky smoothness of George Howard, and the tender passion of Ronnie Laws. After releasing two sensational recordings titled 'Finally' and 'The One', Tony began sharing stages with the Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Gail Johnson, Aysha, Troop, Nick Collionne, Gerald Albright, Dave Hollister, Norman Connors, Paul Taylor, Pamela Williams and Dave Koz. As a live performer, ExumÂ’s smile and sense of humor effortlessly connects him with his audience. He exudes the unique chemistry of passionately seductive soul, flirtatious solos reminiscent of old school R&B, all while bringing his captive audience to their feet as he teases them with (instrumental) battles with fellow band members. Exum commands the stage as if he owns it, while remaining humble, and always willing to share the stage with other industry greats. Saxophonist........Tony Exum, Jr.!!
Minneapolis-based saxophonist was named the hippest jazz cat by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine back in 2007 for a reason. His energetic and passionate performances, innovative blend of genres, explosive sound, one-of-a-kind style and a zest for life truly earns him this title. Danny has had a truly remarkable 15-year career which has earned him 2 Los Angeles music awards, multiple Minnesota Music Award nominations, 3 solo albums and multiple charting songs including a #3 single on the GrooveJazz chart. His impressive resume has put him with Will Donato, N'Dambi, Anthony David, Phil Denny, Selina Albright, Nils and Bobby Lyle. Danny has also opened for Morris Day & The Time, Stanley Jordan, Harvey Mason and has headlined multiple festivals. Danny is a rising star and has quickly captured the attention of fans, promoters and media in the entire contemporary jazz market. He is surely to be smooth jazz' next star. Danny Kusz is courtesy of Innervision Records.
DEE LUCAS
National recording artist and saxophonist Dee Lucas has been steadily growing his brand and fan base beginning with Remembrance in 2004, a tribute to the late legend George Howard. Thereafter, it has been a steady showcase of unique stylings with Something to Ride 2 (2007), Standing Room Only (2010), Rebirth of the Smooth (2012), The Smooth Factor (2014), & Going Deeper (2016). Now, his latest EP project The Sweet Spot (2017) serves as a reminder to the contemporary jazz world that Dee Lucas is here to stay. As as runner-up in the 2007 Capital Jazz Festival Competition, Dee Lucas has opened for a plethora of artists such as Boney James, Norman Brown, Ronnie Laws, Nneena Freelon, Hugh Masakela, Greg Karukas, Peter White, Nick Colionne, Peabo Bryson, Midnight Star, and Michael Franks just name a few. He has performed at several jazz festivals such as The Arizona Jazz Festival, The Jacksonville Jazz Festival, The Savannah Jazz Festival, The Atlanta Jazz Festival, Music City Jazz Festival, and Berks Jazz Festival. Dee Lucas is courtesy of ODL Music.
TONY EXUM JR
Recording Artist Tony Exum, Jr. saxophone style brings to mind the sultriness of Grover Washington, Jr., the soulfulness of David Sanborn, the silky smoothness of George Howard, and the tender passion of Ronnie Laws. After releasing two sensational recordings titled 'Finally' and 'The One', Tony began sharing stages with the Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Gail Johnson, Aysha, Troop, Nick Collionne, Gerald Albright, Dave Hollister, Norman Connors, Paul Taylor, Pamela Williams and Dave Koz. As a live performer, ExumÂ’s smile and sense of humor effortlessly connects him with his audience. He exudes the unique chemistry of passionately seductive soul, flirtatious solos reminiscent of old school R&B, all while bringing his captive audience to their feet as he teases them with (instrumental) battles with fellow band members. Exum commands the stage as if he owns it, while remaining humble, and always willing to share the stage with other industry greats. Saxophonist........Tony Exum, Jr.!!