Jellowjackets
by Smooth Jazz on 10/13/25New Orleans Jazz Market - New OrleansRating: 5 out of 5They was great. Standing Ovations. Bring them back again.

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They was great. Standing Ovations. Bring them back again.
I’ve been a big fan since I saw these guys at the Newport Jazz Festival in 1994. The actually encored, which never happened. Russell was in great form on the ivories. Bob handles his horns adeptly. Will on the kit made it look effortless. His time and feel are brilliant. And the new guy. I admit I miss Jimmy on bass. But I must say, Dane Alderson is excellent. He has a different style and feel than Jimmy. And he and Will are tight. The whole group was tight. Excellent performance.
First of all, the boys are brilliant as usual and were VERY tight in their performance. The new guy on bass is bloody brilliant. I miss Jimmy, but this kid is great. They are always a toe-tapping joy to listen to. Jimmy's is a very nice venue. The ticket map is fairly accurate. They have screens in the bar area. Acoustics are great. Food is very good. Menu not a huge choice, but there's something there for everyone. Bar is well stocked. If you see an artist you love to see live and they are coming to Jimmy's, GO!
The Yellowjackets just keep getting better and better in their writing and performances! Seeing them in a venue like Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues only makes the experience that much better.
Bob Mintzer is still doing his thing on tenor-a mix of new harmonic combinations and classic saxophone stylings. Bassist Dane Anderson is a real treat to listen to with incredible technique. The band employs a number of polyrhythms interspersed throughout songs that feels organic. Loved it!
Been following The Yellowjackets since 1983 and this was my first time seeing them live. What a great show. They sound better live than on the recordings! The texture and tone of their playing was perfect. New bassist, Australian Dane Anderson put on a magnificent performance as did the entire band. Thank you so much for keeping the dream alive.
With their unbelievable musicality, the Yellowjackets is undoubtedly one of the best Jazz (fusion) band I have ever heard. The show was jawdropping.
I Haven't Seen A Jazz Show I Didn't Like When It Comes To Jazz That's The Top Of The Mountain When It Comes To Music
Musicianship on display. Beautiful performance. They are as tight as ever. So glad i was there. William Kennedy was mesmerizing on drums.
The venue was great, it was well worth the drive from Buffalo NY.