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Planet D Nonet
Detroit’s Planet D Nonet, a nine-piece band known for early jazz and Black-American musical traditions, played a lively swing show on Friday, April 27, 2018, at Cliff Bell’s. They've won multiple Detroit Music Awards and are celebrated for their spirited live and recorded performances.
Planet D Nonet, aka PD9, is Detroit’s gritty little big band that dives deep into 20s, 30s, and 40s hot jazz styles. Their lineup harks back to the earliest big bands with nine members, balancing the tight feel of a small group and the rich harmonies of a larger ensemble. Their shows often feature guest vocalists and explore tunes by legends like Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn.
Critics from the Detroit Free Press called them one of the city’s great party bands, moving smoothly from swing classics to adventurous R&B and Sun Ra pieces. Their show on April 27 at Cliff Bell’s offered a vibrant experience with tickets priced at $10.
Critics from the Detroit Free Press called them one of the city’s great party bands, moving smoothly from swing classics to adventurous R&B and Sun Ra pieces. Their show on April 27 at Cliff Bell’s offered a vibrant experience with tickets priced at $10.
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