BRONZEVILLE JAZZ FEST RETURNS SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

On August 5, Martin Luther King Drive from 39th to 37th will once again be alive with music during the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Fest. 

Curated by music producer Frank Goss III, the festival pay homage to the historical neighborhood of Bronzeville, known for its rich music history of Jazz and Blues influenced and powered by the Great Migration of African-Americans from the South to North in the 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s. 

The Bronzeville Jazz Fest will feature live music from up-and-coming Jazz musicians Buddy Fambro, Marqueal Jordan, Joan Collaso, and Willie Fultz Band feat Skinny Williams, alongside products from local vendors, a Kid’s Zone, Senior Lounge, Mariano’s Chef’s Corner, a Cigar Truck and Free Limited Edition NFTs and Digital Wallets.

The event will be emceed by Dr. Balin A. Durr, a Board-certified Psychiatrist with 20 years of experience, who will talk between sets about mental health issues including depression, anxiety, brain health, and more. Dr. Durr currently is a psychiatrist at the Will County Community Health Center in Illinois.

“Chicago has such a rich history of jazz and this year’s fest showcases the diverse tapestry of jazz and nurtures the next generation of jazz performers in our great city,” said Frank Goss. “We are also honored to have Dr. Durr join to share her expertise and holistic-collaborative approach to mind-body wellness.” 

Goss, Bronzeville Helping Hand (Non-profit beneficiary of the festival) partnered with Mariano's Bronzeville location and Zing Health to feature local favorites found at Mariano’s at their Chef’s Corner event. Guests can sample and meet the teams behind Lexington Betty BBQ, This Little Goat, Goode Foods and Old Arthurs BBQ Sauce. 

“We’re excited that the sounds of Chicago will be heard all along King Drive on August 5th for the Bronzeville Jazz Fest. At Mariano’s, we pride ourselves on building community via arts, music and culture. This event is more than a festival, it’s a community that comes together to celebrate music, our city and each other,” said Amanda Puck, Director of Strategic Brand Development, Mariano’s. 

Musician Schedule: 

1:00PM to 2:30PM - Buddy Fambro 

3:00PM to 4:30PM - Marqueal Jordon 

5:00PM to 6:30PM - Joan Collaso 

7:00PM to 8:30PM - Smooth Willie Fultz featuring Skinny Williams

EVENT DETAILS: 

Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Fest at Mariano’s

Saturday, August 5th

12 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Martin Luther King Drive 39th to 37th St.  

Free NFTs (limited collection) will be given to everyone over the age of 14 who attends the Bronzeville Neighborhood Jazz Festival.