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The James Hughes/Jimmy Smith Quartet
The James Hughes/Jimmy Smith Quartet played a modern jazz show with a Detroit twist on Friday, May 4, at 9 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Their set featured plenty of solos and impressionistic, swinging tunes.
The James Hughes/Jimmy Smith Quartet brought a fresh, personal jazz vibe influenced by Detroit’s spirit. Their music mixed intricate melodies with ample space for solos, telling stories purely through instrumentals.
The performance was at the cozy Cliff Bell’s, where the band drew from their travels and experiences to shape their sound. Tickets cost $10.
The performance was at the cozy Cliff Bell’s, where the band drew from their travels and experiences to shape their sound. Tickets cost $10.
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