$20 at the door 7:30pm Show
Pianist Michael Cain, bassist Ted Olsen, and drummer Adam Nussbaum present two sets of jazz infused with R&B, soul, and contemporary influences. Special guests Barbara Cohen (vocals) and Terrell X (beatboxing, spoken word) add a dynamic edge to an evening of vibrant improvisation and genre-blending music.
Michael Cain, a prolific pianist and keyboardist, has recorded for Blue Note, Warner Brothers, ECM, and more. He’s collaborated with icons like Jack DeJohnette, Pat Metheny, and Bobby McFerrin, earning two Grammy nominations. His latest album is Hoo Doo.
Ted Olsen brings buoyant rhythm and optimism to his bass playing and compositions. A fixture in the Twin Cities jazz scene, he released his debut album Joyfire in 2017 and has performed at top local venues and festivals.
Drummer Adam Harder Nussbaum is a core member of the Twin Cities music community, performing with groups like the Jake Baldwin Quartet and his own quintet.
Barbara Cohen, a genre-spanning singer, composer, and producer, has worked with Orbital, Air, and led the band Brother Sun, Sister Moon. Terrell X is a boundary-pushing artist fusing jazz, hip-hop, and live looping into powerful, expressive performances.