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Kamasi Washington is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and bandleader born and raised in Los Angeles. His three bodies of work to date--The Epic; Harmony of Difference, an EP originally commissioned for the 2017 Whitney Biennial; and Heaven and Earth--are among the most acclaimed of this century. As Told To G/D Thyself, his short film companion to Heaven and Earth, debuted at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival to widespread acclaim. In 2020, Washington scored the Michelle Obama documentary Becoming, earning Emmy and Grammy nominations for his work. Also in 2020, Washington co-founded the supergroup Dinner Party with longtime friends and collaborators Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper and 9th Wonder--their EP Dinner Party (Dessert) was subsequently nominated for a Grammy for Best Progressive R&B Album. In 2021, Washington contributed a cover of Metallica's "My Friend of Misery" to the band's Metallica Blacklist covers project. Washington has toured the world over and collaborated and shared stages with Kendrick Lamar, Florence + the Machine, Herbie Hancock--with whom he will curate the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Fest for the second year in a row--and many more. His new album Fearless Movement, inspired by dance and the birth of his first daughter, is out May 3rd on Young.

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 54 reviews
  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Kamasi Washington

    by Id001 on 7/28/18Chene Park - Detroit

    Great show, great performance had the time of the year. Will see him again

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Muddy mix

    by Zack313 on 7/28/18Chene Park - Detroit

    The sound was absolutely terrible. Sounded like hungry cats in an alley kicking over garbage cans. I left the show after two songs, and the music sounded better the further I walked away. Next time I go to a show, I'll listen from the front gate for free.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Kamasi Washington and other artist were excellent!

    by DeeDeeMEME on 7/4/18MTELUS - Montreal

    Saw this event in Montreal QC during the Jazz Festival indoors. They were incredible. The venue was pretty good; however quite cramp where the stools were; it was not very comfortable. Kamasi was awesome! Looking to see where he will go next and see him again, no doubt!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Old and New

    by btcoach on 12/8/17Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts - Raleigh

    4 stars for the venue and 4 1/2 stars for the show. I heard some echo, during the opening act and I thought it maybe the sound tech but I heard a little during Kamasi as well. The venue is beautiful and the beer served was good but the sound and the comfort of the seats was not exceptional. Kamasi and his band are great, capturing the melodic feel of 50s and 60s jazz while including a rhythmic quality that touches on today's R&B and Hip Hop sound. I certainly moved around in my seat quite a bit. Although Kamasi's band was clearly top notch, producing blazing solos throughout the show I wished Kamasi soloed a little more often. He can really tear it up. Even if high octane jazz is not your thing treat yourself to some amazing music but if it is your thing, Kamasi is a must see.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kamasi Washington and band were amazing!

    by Dogboyslim on 12/5/17Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts - Raleigh

    Majestic, enlightening, sophisticated, inventive, soulful, beautiful, and sometimes funky! That’s how I’d describe KW and band. Based in tradition, yet always reaching and always going to wonderful places. Go see them.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Best performance I've seen in Cincinnati and ever

    by JakeL13 on 12/1/17Taft Theatre - Cincinnati

    Most incredible performance I have ever seen/heard. Even without my glasses and sitting in the second balcony this show was one that I will never forget. Every part of the band treated every song as though they were a band leader and the chemistry between each other was apparent. Worth every cent.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kamasi at Taft

    by Cadeallaw on 12/1/17Taft Theatre - Cincinnati

    Really had a good time... shows was close to 2 hours in length

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing Artist

    by Mangueken on 12/1/17Taft Theatre - Cincinnati

    He and his band mates were excellent. Great to hear new blood in jazz playing at this level. You can tell he loves what his musicians do because he didn’t feel the need to put his own solos in every song. Look forward to seeing more shows of his.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Exquisite Performance!

    by MRobby on 11/30/17Sixth & I - Washington

    Go see Kamasi. He is such a talented saxophonist. His drummers are incredible. As is the rest of the musicians. He has a vocalist that performs with them that is really, REALLY EXTRA. If you can focus on him and the other musicians, and not her, the entire performance will be so enjoyable.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by jeverready on 11/29/17Sixth & I - Washington

    Kamasi Washington is a MUST SEE!! Everyone was phenomenal! He's down to earth and has a great sense of humor. I loved this show and look forward to seeing him perform again!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Kamasi was soulful and vibrant

    by ClaraA on 11/29/17Sixth & I - Washington

    I am not a jazz fan and loved this concert. Kamasi and his band’s music was fantastic, great vibe and he created a warm and intimate climate with the audience.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kamasi was magic

    by Downtownsue on 12/5/16Moore Theatre - Seattle

    Hard to describe the energy of these musicians! Blend of jazz and hip hop and funk. 2 hours of joy.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 10/24/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    Enjoyed the set. Good horn section, good rhythm section. Nice chemistry between all 8 players onstage. The singer had some sound/mic issues earlier on but they seemed to have been resolved eventually.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Pure!

    by Krys3 on 10/24/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    Such a great show...Kamasi and his ensemble is amazing. Never have I seen two complete drum sets on stage at a Jazz show... so glad I made it out

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    KAMASI KILLED IT

    by FERNYTRON on 10/13/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    JUST A AWESOME BAND!!!! I MISSED THEM @ COACHELLA AND IT WAS MY 1ST TIME SEEN THEM THEY DID NOT DISAPPOINT

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Special night of music

    by Rangelico1 on 10/10/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    Kamasi has and will never fail to deliver. His band was his core crew and the sound mix was hot.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    so much talent

    by carrs1001 on 10/10/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    wow what a performance. this band is truly talented and it was great to see them in such a small venue. the only reason for the 4 star review is that the show was only 90 minutes. for the price of the tickets, that was a VERY expensive 90 minutes.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kamasi Washington Epic Tour

    by Mahabadass on 10/10/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    One of best concerts ever. The evolution of jazz. Was like watching Fishbone, Hendrix and Coltrane. A real live experience not to be missed.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kamasi Washington @ Humphries In San Diego

    by SoCalJazzFan on 10/10/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    I've seen the future of jazz and his name is Kamasi Washington. A great show by one of the most talented leaders of the modern jazz movement out there -- A band of musical pros behind him, Kamasi and his saxophone shredded new tunes and put his brand on some old classics. If you are a lover of jazz by artists like Stanley Turentine, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, etc, run, don't walk to see Kamasi Washington. He very well may be the last survivor that can move millennials to understand jazz and help create and mentor new artists to take the place of so many greats who we've lost. Added bonus, Kamasi was a very nice and approachable guy after the show who hung around to talk to fans and sign autographs after an energetic performance by the band. Now that's giving fans their money's worth!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing concert!

    by Amanitta on 10/10/16Humphreys Concerts By the Bay - San Diego

    Kamasi and the whole gang were unbelievable, the have so much talent, everything about their performance was fantastic!