Corey Wilkes Quintet Tickets

Corey Wilkes is a dynamic force in modern jazz, blending the rich history of the AACM with funk-inflected grooves and electro-acoustic textures. As a leader and collaborator, he has pushed the boundaries of jazz while staying rooted in soulful expression. This performer page highlights Corey Wilkes Quintet, his biography, key discography, and upcoming 2025 tour activity across Chicago, New York, Knoxville, and beyond. If you’re looking to secure seats for cutting-edge jazz with an approachable, no-fuss buying experience, you’ve got a guy in Corey Wilkes and his Quintet.

Corey Wilkes began as a leading voice on the Chicago scene and expanded his reach through significant collaborations. He released music as Corey Wilkes & Abstrakt Pulse with albums such as Drop It (Delmark, 2008) and Cries From Tha Ghetto (Pi Recordings, 2009). A member of the Art Ensemble of Chicago from 2004–2006, he was selected by Roscoe Mitchell for his expansive ensemble work. Wilkes has been a longtime contributor to Kahil El’Zabar’s Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, appearing on America the Beautiful (2020), A Time for Healing (2021), and Open Me (2024). His Emmy-winning work includes the Ida B. Wells documentary score (Outstanding Achievement for Documentary Program – Historical, 2021).

In 2025, the Corey Wilkes Quintet threads through a robust tour that includes festival and venue appearances across Chicago, New York, and national stops such as Bronzeville Smooth Jazz Festival, Guggenheim New York, Big Ears in Knoxville, and City Winery Chicago. Known for a sound that bridges jazz, electronic textures, and soulful expression, Wilkes invites audiences into a live experience that is both adventurous and accessible. Follow him for updates and tours on social media and his official site.