San Jose Jazz Summer Fest weekend transforms downtown with vibrant music and community spirit. The festival opened with Grammy-nominated vocalist José James energizing the crowd, followed by a performance from Ghost-Note. Grammy-winning rapper Common captivated audiences, referencing local culture and collaborating with Bilal. The Latin Tropical Stage featured lively performances from Andre Cruz, Chris Lujan, and La Marisoul, culminating in a set by the Latin rock band Malo. The festival emphasizes the future of jazz, with a diverse lineup aimed at connecting with a broad audience.
The good vibes started building when Grammy-nominated vocalist José James started things off on the Jay Paul Company Main Stage, getting the Plaza de Cesar Chavez crowd energized with his music and a few shoutouts about how much he appreciated being in San Jose.
Common's performance featured a strong connection to the local community, referencing San Jose's lowrider culture and engaging with the crowd, which responded enthusiastically.
The Latin Tropical Stage on Park Avenue saw vibrant performances from La Marisoul and the Love Notes Orchestra building up to a crowd-pleasing end to the evening courtesy of Latin rock band Malo.
San Jose Jazz Executive Director Brendan Rawson highlighted an emphasis this year on the future of jazz, reflected in Friday night's diverse lineup.
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