Monterey Jazz Festival - January 9, 2026

Dance to the Music: ft the Music of Sly & The Family Stone

Living Jazz Presents 'In The Name of Love' (partner email) ...

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LIVING JAZZ PRESENTS

IN THE NAME OF LOVE

Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Featuring the iconic music of Sly & The Family Stone


SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026

PARAMOUNT THEATRE, OAKLAND

Doors 6pm Show 7pm

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Kev Choice, Music Director

RyanNicole, Host


FEATURING PERFORMANCES FROM BAY AREA-ROOTED ARTISTS


Adrian Marcel Ashling "Biscuit" Cole August Lee Stevens

B Deveaux Awesome Orchestra Collective Black London

Bryan Dyer Kev Choice Martin Luther McCoy

Oaktown Jazz Workshops Rustee Allen RyanNicole Silk E

Sundra Manning TURFinc featuring Johnny5 & Intricate


ARRANGERS


Brian Adam McCune Kev Choice Mike Blankenship Vincent Rillera


About the Event


Originating from the Bay Area, Sly & The Family Stone broke barriers as one of the first integrated bands to achieve international success. Today, their message rings truer than everreminding us of the power of unity and the importance of everyday people coming together across lines of difference.


In the Name of Love carries that legacy forward, delivering a vibrant celebration of community and culture. The event highlights the strength and creativity of Black and Brown artists, bringing together some of the Bay Area's most acclaimed talent for an inclusive evening that uplifts and inspires.

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