B-SIDE PLAYERS

Thu, Dec 26

The B-Side Players are a 9-piece band part of a new movement in popular music. A band that honors the international cross-pollination that has always made music the universal language. They use any beat that catches their ear, regardless of geography or genre, to create a compelling, horn driven, polyrhythmic groove. They continue exploring the multifaceted grooves of Latin America and the Caribbean, incorporating the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland, dropping bits of Cumbia, Salsa, gritty street Samba, Son Montuno, Jarocho and Boogalo into the mix. The B-Side Players have been laying down their own inimitable latin global funk since they came together in 1994. Their incendiary live shows have defined them as local favorites with 10 San Diego Music awards. Meanwhile their albums showcase a band with restless musical intelligence, effortlessly blending genres to fashion their own forward looking, latin flavored soul music. As an eight piece band the players are known for igniting crowds with their fierce rhythms and uplifting message of unity and consciousness. Meanwhile always keeping their focus on the political climate of the world and nation. The B-Side Players are a living and breathing cultural art experience for the mind body and soul. Curtis Mayfield, a pioneer of soul, funk, and politically charged music, inspired generations with timeless classics like "Move On Up," "Freddie's Dead," and "Superfly." His work, which fused smooth grooves with profound messages of social justice and empowerment, resonates deeply with the ethos of B-Side Players. Their tribute performance is expected to be a vibrant celebration of Mayfield’s visionary spirit, bringing together his legendary sound with their unique, eclectic style. This special tribute promises to immerse the audience in the groove-heavy, socially aware world of Curtis Mayfield, as interpreted through the soulful, genre-blending energy of B-Side Players. Fans can expect a dynamic journey through Mayfield’s greatest hits, infused with the Latin rhythms and energetic brass sections that have made B-Side Players a staple of the global music scene.