It’s early June and time once again for the Playboy Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl. This year’s event takes place on Saturday and Sunday June 9-10th. The lineup includes Lee Ritenour and Dave Grusin, Anthony Hamilton, Snarky Puppy, The Miles Electric Band and more on the first day.
Sunday’s headliner is The Ramsey Lewis Quintet. Also on the bill are Jazmine Sullivan, Charles Lloyd and the Marvels with special guest Lucinda Williams, Tower of Power celebrating their 50th Anniversary and more.
The program begins each day at 3 PM. As he has for several years, George Lopez returns as Master of Ceremonies.
Look for our interview with jazz legend Charles Lloyd later this week.