About the performer: Don Blackman (1953–2013) was a celebrated jazz-funk pianist, singer, and songwriter from Queens. He collaborated with iconic acts like Parliament/Funkadelic, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Roy Ayers, and was a key member of Twennynine. His 1982 self-titled solo album yielded European hits such as “Holding You, Loving You” and “Heart’s Desire.” The Twennynine era produced charting singles including “Peanut Butter” and “Kid Stuff,” with dance hits like “Fancy Dancer.” Notable works include the 2002 album Listen (Don Blackman & The Family Tradition) and the 1997 project When Alto Was King with C. I. Williams. His legacy includes the song Haboglabotribin, later sampled in hip-hop tracks by Snoop Dogg and linked to Tupac’s R U Still Down?. Contemporary tributes, such as the 2025 City Winery NYC event, continue to honor his music with performances front-to-back. Follow official channels for the latest news and streaming availability.
Social and streaming presence: explore Don Blackman’s catalog via Apple Music, iHeart, Bandsintown listings for NYC tributes, and SoundCloud hosting his tracks. These platforms help fans discover, share, and relive his influential jazz-funk sound.