What better way to kick off your weekend than with the coolest cats in town? Back by popular demand, in partnership with the Memphis Library Foundation, 5 Fridays of Jazz will be a showcase of smooth sounds, satisfying sips, and more.
Starting Friday, March 1st, and following every Friday thereafter, the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library will play host to talented artists, of which include famed names like Joyce Cobb and Gary Topper. To compliment the tunes, tasty food and beverages will be available for purchase, provided by King Manor Catering and Bar and Kaye’s Pints & Scoops.
WHAT: Shell on Wheels Presents 5 Fridays of Jazz
WHO: In partnership with Memphis Library Foundation & The Memphis Public Libraries
WHEN: 5 Fridays of March | 6:30pm
WHERE: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
COST: Free to attend | Food and Drink Available for Purchase
FEATURED ARTIST: Deborah Swiney
GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST:
Deborah Swiney has earned the title of a true chanteuse. Throughout her performance, you get to enjoy a trip back to Harlem to experience the iconic era of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughn; you get to dance across the Great American Songbook; and you get to take a flight to Rio where you could close your eyes and imagine relaxing on a Copacabana or Ipanema beach. Being a Memphis native, you might even get a splash of blues.
Deborah’s affinity for music started at an early age with piano lessons and being active in music, whether in church or school. Being on the local music scene, Deborah eventually landed a position as a backup vocalist for the legendary Al Green during the ‘90s, which led to an international touring experience.
That was then and this is now. In a city that loves its Blues, Rock, Jazz and Gospel, Deborah has carved out a niche uniquely her own. This is evident with her highly praised co-produced debut album, I Remember Rio, a Brazilian inspired album with “Memphis-Soul seasoning” (All about Jazz).
You can find her knee deep into Memphis’ live music scene. Whether as part of a duo or in front of a full band, prepare to be whisked away with her sophisticated sounds and vivacious vocals.
Deborah is the founder of the Sunset Jazz @ Court Square Concert Series, a 2019 Downtown Memphis Vision Award winning event held annually, May through October and a co-host for the Riffin’ On Jazz Podcast & Radio Show.