Howard Wiley, a noted Oakland saxophonist, is set to electrify the Robert N. Miner Auditorium with his latest installment of the "California Love Series, " focusing on the richness of California's musical culture. Following a successful previous event, Wiley aims to showcase the eclectic talent of local musicians through innovative mashups, blending genres and iconic songs. The ensemble includes established Bay Area artists, all bringing their unique contributions to a performance that highlights the cultural diversity and creative spirit of California music amidst political strife.
Wiley is building on the creative momentum generated by last year's "California Love" concert, a sold-out SFJazz event that featured vertiginous creations.
I'm trying to put everything in there. We've got so much creativity here, so many bands and artists and styles of music. I'm doing these crazy mashups.
Bay Area musicians featured at last year's show making a return this weekend are players who share deep roots in a kaleidoscopic array of Black musical idioms.
Veteran drummer Dante "Taz" Roberson brings the beats while organist Lionel "LJ" Holoman supplies the fills and funk that have made him the go-to musician.
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