Skylab + Up on the Downbeat
Night of live jazz funk and fusion music you won't wanna miss!
SkyLab is a jazz/funk/fusion group led by New Haven trumpeter, composer and activist Nick Di Maria.
SkyLab blends the hard driving grooves of funk under infectious and catchy jazz melodies. The vibe of the band and its music is explorative, original and simply danceable.
Up on the Down Beat is a supergroup based in New Haven, CT formed with the goal of revitalizing Funk in the state and beyond. Composed of highly sought after members of the regional Jazz, RnB/Soul and experimental music scenes, these members are united under the banner of bringing a good time to their audiences. They take inspiration from classic funk & soul groups such as Parliament, Tower of Power, Maceo Parker and Rufus and Chaka Khan, as well as inspiration from more Contemporary Jazz and RnB/Soul acts such as Roy Hargrove and the RH Factor, Erykah Badu, BIGYUKI, Immanuel Wilkins and more. Up on the Down Beat blend contemporary sounds with fearless exploration while being rooted in the addictive groove and danceable rhythms of Funk. With fresh grooves to keep you moving, Up on the Down Beat invite you to dance with them on their meteoric rise in the music scene.
Doors at 8pm | Music at 9pm
21+ // $15
FREE PARKING at Front Street Garage (bring in your ticket for validation)
Tickets available online and at the door
Night of live jazz funk and fusion music you won't wanna miss!
SkyLab is a jazz/funk/fusion group led by New Haven trumpeter, composer and activist Nick Di Maria.
SkyLab blends the hard driving grooves of funk under infectious and catchy jazz melodies. The vibe of the band and its music is explorative, original and simply danceable.
Up on the Down Beat is a supergroup based in New Haven, CT formed with the goal of revitalizing Funk in the state and beyond. Composed of highly sought after members of the regional Jazz, RnB/Soul and experimental music scenes, these members are united under the banner of bringing a good time to their audiences. They take inspiration from classic funk & soul groups such as Parliament, Tower of Power, Maceo Parker and Rufus and Chaka Khan, as well as inspiration from more Contemporary Jazz and RnB/Soul acts such as Roy Hargrove and the RH Factor, Erykah Badu, BIGYUKI, Immanuel Wilkins and more. Up on the Down Beat blend contemporary sounds with fearless exploration while being rooted in the addictive groove and danceable rhythms of Funk. With fresh grooves to keep you moving, Up on the Down Beat invite you to dance with them on their meteoric rise in the music scene.
Doors at 8pm | Music at 9pm
21+ // $15
FREE PARKING at Front Street Garage (bring in your ticket for validation)
Tickets available online and at the door