Carrying on the infectious deep-pocket R&B of Booker T. and the
greasy, funky, soul-jazz organ tradition of Charles Earland and Jimmy
McGriff, Seattle-based organ king Delvon Lamarr brings his whip-crack
trio for an evening of dance-inspiring party jams. Beginning his
musical life as a drummer, Lamarr was inspired to pick up the Hammond
at age 22 by the legends of the instrument and Seattle icon Joe Doria.
The organist decided on the classic trio format, bringing together the
explosive guitarist Jimmy James and drummer David McGraw, and their
chemistry was undeniable. They began a weekly residency at Seattle’s
Royal Room that tightened their sound, and self-produced their debut
album, Close But No Cigar, before setting out as a tireless touring
unit, circling the Pacific Northwest and beyond. After signing with a
major touring agent and inking a deal with Colemine Records, Lamarr
recruited hard-driving drummer Michael Duffy and the band’s profile
has exploded, leading to headlining dates and clubs and festivals
around the world. Opening the show is the rising young keyboard
virtuoso Matthew Whitaker, performing music from his new album Now
Hear This. In their review, DownBeat said, “with plenty of buzz
already behind him, 18-year-old Matthew Whitaker lives up to
expectations on Now Hear This.”
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