Repeatedly rated one of the best free musical events in Alabama, the Alexander City Jazz Fest is only a few days away. For our 27th year, we’ve assembled the best lineup ever! You really need to make plans to join us at Strand Park in Alexander City on Friday, June 9, and at The AMP on Saturday, June 10, for a great time and some super music. Here, you’ll find lots of great info about the artists and some samples of their grooves.
Friday, June 9, 6:00 PM
Sofia Goodman Group
On stage Friday at 6:00 from Nashville is the Sofia Goodman Group. They are a jazz funk group led by drummer and composer Sofia Goodman. The band is based in Nashville and can be caught performing regularly around town as well as touring through the United States.
The group has been influenced by artists like Lettuce, Herbie Hancock, and Esperanza Spaulding. Tony Rounce of Ace Records has called Sofia brilliant, and the music has been described as fun and fascinating. The group consists of some of Nashville’s finest musicians, who are constantly recording new music with Sofia and capturing new fans.