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2x-GRAMMY� Nominated Saxophonist & Vocalist Mindi Abair is one of the most recognized and sought-after saxophonists/vocalists in the music industry. Abair has been electrifying audiences with her dynamic live performances and utter command of the saxophone since her debut album in 1999. No one since Junior Walker has brought saxophone and vocals in one package to the forefront of modern music, along with a raucous tone and dynamic stage presence!
Mindi's solo works have sold over half a million albums, garnered numerous #1 Radio Hits and consistently topped the BOTH the Billboard Contemporary Jazz and Blues Charts. She has had a remarkable recording career, recording with some of the biggest names in music, and has built a substantial following among jazz and blues audiences with her soaring melodies and powerhouse style.
In 2006, Abair released the album 'Life Less Ordinary', which peaked at #1 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Chart and remained in the Top 20 for 45 weeks. Her songs "True Blue" and "Bloom" hit #1. In 2008, she released her genre breaking album 'Stars' which peaked at #4 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Chart. Her single "Stars" charted at #29 on the Adult Contemporary R&R simultaneously with her single "Smile" which reached #1 on the R&R jazz airplay charts.
You might know her as the featured saxophonist on American Idol, sitting in with Paul Shaffer on The Late Show with David Letterman and The Roots on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, or from moonlighting on tour with Duran Duran or Aerosmith.
In 2014, Mindi received her first GRAMMY� Nomination in the "Best Pop Instrumental Album" category for 'Summer Horns' with Dave Koz, Richard Elliot and Gerald Albright, followed by a 2015 GRAMMY� Nomination for "Best Contemporary Instrumental Album" for her solo LP 'Wild Heart' featuring the late Gregg Allman, Joe Perry, Trombone Shorty, Booker T. Jones, Keb� Mo�, and Max Weinberg.
In 2017, Mindi Abair and The Boneshakers released the album 'The EastWest Sessions' (Joe Bonamassa and Fantastic Negrito were featured guests) and it debuted at #3 on the Billboard Blues Albums Chart. In 2018, Mindi Abair and The Boneshakers won 8 Independent Blues Awards including "Artist of the Year", and an Independent Music Award for "Best Blues Song Fan Award" for �Pretty Good For A Girl� featuring Joe Bonamassa.
Mindi Abair and The Boneshakers won the 2019 LA Critics Award for "Best Holiday Album" for 'All I Got For Christmas Is The Blues' (2018). The album debuted at #7 on the Billboard Blues Chart and #13 on SiriusXM Bluesville. In 2019, they released 'No Good Deed' which debuted at #3 on the Billboard Blues Chart.
In 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022 Mindi was Nominated for "Best Instrumentalist: Horn Player of the Year" at the Blues Music Awards.
Mindi's new album 'Forever' was released March 18, 2022 and debuted #1 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Album Chart and features performances by Steve Perry, Rick Braun, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Eric Bazilian and Raul Malo.
Mindi has toured and/or recorded with: Aerosmith, Joe Bonamassa, Smokey Robinson, Joe Perry, Trombone Shorty, Booker T. Jones, Gregg Allman, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Fantastic Negrito, Waddy Wachtel, Bobby Rush, Keb� Mo�, Teena Marie, Lee Ritenour, Adam Sandler, Duran Duran, Bill Champlin, Richard Elliott, Jimmy Webb, Max Weinberg, Dave Koz, Peter White, Gerald Albright, Mandy Moore, Lalah Hathaway and the Backstreet Boys.
We signed up for the pre show wine tasting and felt it was a complete rip off. Just a not so enjoyable commercial that started 45 minutes late. The show itself was pretty lame wihh th mediocre acoustics. However, when Vincent Ingala did his set it was wonderful. High energy, great sound and full throttle. Saved the night for us.
Really enjoyed this show! I'm not specifically a fan of Mindy Abair, but her performance and this lineup with Vincent Ingala on sax, Adam Hawley on guitar, and Lindsey Webster on vocals, backed by solid drums, bass, and keys, made for a very entertaining show. Lots of energy and talent. They not only did Christmas songs, but some of each of the featured performer's hits. I really enjoyed it!
Mindi Abair is one of my favorites. Probably have seen her 15 times over the past 15 years. Her mates, vincent ingala, adam hawley and lindsay webster are all very skilled musicians as well. The sound at ludlow garage was terrible. Oftentimes you could not even hear the vocals. The bass and drums were so loud. Either the sound board or sound man is the blame on that one. The only other thing i will add are seats against the far wall. Terrible. Dont waste your money. Go back, more towards middle.
2nd year catching Mindi in her holiday concert and it was better than last year! Great group of individual performers, nice mix of Xmas & non-Xmas.
All I can say is the show was awesome. One of the best concerts I’ve seen in years. Please bring that same crew back next year. Lindsay Webster has an awesome voice. All the performers were outstanding.
Fantastic show! I’ve seen Mindi several times but this was the first time indoors. Great venue with an intimate setting for such a high energy “in your face” concert.
Mindi and The Boneshakers were incredible in Pontiac, Michigan last Saturday. Mindi can play the sax like no other....so smooth, so soulful. The Boneshakers had a tremendous groove and together they all rocked the theater. The chemistry on stage was infectious. My husband and I had so so much fun. Fantastic concert!!
Mindi and the Boneshakers were exceptional!!! Great.venue!!
Parked right out front - free! Walked half a block down the street for dinner and drinks (Alley Cat Cafe)! Met the stage manager (?) Jen Luke at the Strand.- she was amazing! Concert was awesome and very intimate (small theater) loved it! I would absolutely go back to this venue in a heartbeat and to see this Mindi and the Boneshakers again! Thank you!!!
Not sure why the house wasn’t sold out, but Mindi and the Bone Shakers played as though they were playing to a full house. Entertaining and prolific. Can’t wait to see her again. She plays pretty good for a girl. 😂
What a great night with Mindi Abair and the Boneshakers. Mindi’s performance was hot and flawless. The venue was great. Plan to see her again when we can.
I liked it, she did a nice job. She has more "funk" on stage then on her CDs and I like that! Also the venue was a good choice for this type of concert a little more intimate. Had a good time.
Mindi Abair and The Boneshakers were awesome! What talent on that stage. They were all so entertaining. Don't miss them if they come to town..........I know I won't!!!!
Lots of fun at the Charlotte Harbor Conference Center Friday night. Mindi Abair always puts on a great show and her stage presence is fantastic. Wine with jazz-a great concept!
Wonderful combination of Motown and Jazz. Shaun a great performer with his sax, guitar and drummer to accompany his magic fingers. Mindy, as always a breath of soul in a dynamite looking package! Great night!
Easy to get to location. Excellent Seating Good Food The was the set up to a good night of music. Mindi and the Boneshakers brought the energy!
I enjoyed the show from beginning to end🤗! It was entertaining, fun, and enjoyable . Mindi is one of my favorite female Sax players.
As usual Mindi and the Boneshakers were absolutely entertaining, amazing talent!
Great musicians. Great interaction between the band members. They put on a very good show
Worth every nickel. The music flowed well. There was a little banter in between songs, just enough. Tight, solid band. Mindi’s saxophone playing was unreal
