10 Must-See Acts At The Newport Jazz Festival

August 01, 2017
Jacquinn Sinclair

Music lovers of every ilk — from jazz enthusiasts to hip-hop heads — can all bounce to the same beat at the Newport Jazz Festival (Friday, Aug. 4 to Sunday, Aug. 6). For more than 60 years, the three-day festival has brought together some of the world’s best performers, including rising stars. This year is no exception.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue; Rhiannon Giddens | Friday, Aug. 4

Trombone Shorty’s freewheeling music evokes the energy of a summer street party. The New Orleans-bred musician, singer and songwriter uses foot-stomping funk to tell the story of his home. His new album “Parking Lot Symphony,” on Blue Note, promises a wonderfully wild and diverse ride.

Leslie Odom Jr. | Friday, Aug. 4

If you haven’t seen the acclaimed Broadway musical "Hamilton," here’s a chance to catch one of the show’s brightest stars, Leslie Odom Jr. The Grammy-winning performer and new dad has remarkable vocal chops. Odom can make anything sound good, even an insurance jingle. But, the beauty of his voice takes center stage on his self-titled album. Here's the official video for one of the singles, "Autumn Leaves":



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