Get ready for an electrifying night of funk and soul at the TD Moody Jazz Festival, hosted at the renowned New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC). On Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 7:30 p.m., an all-star lineup of Funk legends will come together for an unforgettable evening of music and dance.
Headlining this powerhouse event are George Clinton, the iconic frontman of Parliament-Funkadelic and the “Godfather of Funk,” alongside the sensational Nona Hendryx, the powerhouse vocalist from Labelle, celebrating 50 years of the hit song “Lady Marmalade.” Joining them are Christian McBride, the 16-time GRAMMY® nominee and 8-time winner, Savion Glover, the Tony-winning tap dance legend, and Vernon Reid, the GRAMMY®-winning guitarist and founder of Living Colour.
The event will be directed by Ray Chew, a celebrated musical director known for his work on Dancing with the Stars, the Grammys, BET Awards, and more. With his expert musical direction, and surprise guests, this night promises to be a showstopping celebration of Funk.
Don’t miss your chance to experience this lineup of legendary performers who have shaped music history. From George Clinton’s pioneering Funk sound to Savion Glover’s dynamic tap performances, the night will be full of heart-pounding energy.
Tickets are selling fast for this one-night-only event that will bring Newark to life with the incredible power of Funk music!
Meet the Artists:
- Nona Hendryx: Legendary vocalist of Labelle, celebrating 50 years of “Lady Marmalade,” blending music, technology, and performance.
- Christian McBride: 16-time GRAMMY® nominee, 8-time winner, and NJPAC Jazz Advisor, bringing an unmatched versatility from Monk to Funk.
- Savion Glover: Tony Award-winning tap dancer whose dazzling footwork has redefined the art form, called “the best tap dancer that ever lived” by Gregory Hines.
- Vernon Reid: GRAMMY®-winning guitarist of Living Colour, known for his eclectic and genre-defying solos.
- George Clinton: A Funk pioneer with a career spanning five decades, credited with revolutionizing Funk music.
