Special Events Coordinator Molly Tomasallo says, “Carsie Blanton is a real original with throwback style. The first song I heard from her reminded me of Billie Holiday, full of soul, jazz, sweetness, and a touch of spunk. Inspiration from Cole Porter, Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Holiday is evident in her music and style. Come prepared to slow down, sit back, and let her sweet notes soothe your soul. You might even imagine you’ve been taken back to the 1930’s and 40’s.” For more information about singer-songwriter Carsie Blanton, visit the link below.
From 6:00 until 7:00 pm, The Great Gatsby Jazz Funk Odyssey will take the stage. This Kentucky-based four man group creates a unique sound that is a mixture of jazz, funk, fusion. Their music honors the musical creativity developed in the 1960's and 1970's with the aim of creating a sound that makes people get funky. The group members also are known by their classy style of dress which is taken from The Great Gatsby, the classic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. For more information about the band, check out the link below.
Additional dates for the RIVERfront Concert Series are July 23, August 6, and August 20. On July 23, enjoy the music of Bear Medicine Band, then Dawn and Hawkes.
This is the second year for the RIVERfront Concert Series organized by the Paducah Parks Services Department.
On the Net:
The Great Gatsby Jazz Funk Odyssey Facebook PageCarsie Blanton's Website
