Biographies and highlights below provide context for the artists and their contributions to modern jazz and beyond.
- is a renowned vocalist whose career spans ensembles and solo projects. She released Moments Like This (2006, Axis Music Group) and Love Phases (2015, self-released). She also serves as a National Trustee of The Recording Academy and has led as chapter president, reflecting her commitment to artists’ rights and music education. Follow her on Instagram: @carol_riddick.
- Gerald Veasley is a celebrated bassist and a driving force in the Philadelphia jazz scene. His leadership and promotional work in Jazz Philadelphia have helped shape a vibrant local scene. His discography as a leader includes albums from One Minute of Love (1985) through Live at South (2018). Learn more at his official site: geraldveasley.com.
- Aaron Graves contributes dynamic keyboard textures that bridge classic jazz harmony with contemporary textures, supporting the Nick Simone-inspired repertoire with finesse.
- anchors the rhythm with nuanced drumming that drives the show’s swing, blues, and groove undercurrents.
Upcoming tour dates for 2025 include: March 15 at Clay Center in Charleston, WV; March 16 at Keystone Korner in Baltimore, MD; and June 27–29 at South Jazz Kitchen in Philadelphia, PA. For the latest updates, follow the performers and venues on social media and official sites linked below.