Oz Noy / Chrissi Poland / Dave Weckl / James Genus at Yoshi's Oakland

Oz Noy, Chrissi Poland, Dave Weckl, and James Genus are four accomplished musicians whose artistry spans diverse genres and showcases their individual brilliance.
Oz Noy is a groundbreaking guitarist who blends jazz, funk, blues, and rock into a unique musical style, earning acclaim for his virtuosity and creative approach. With a career that includes collaborations with artists like Mike Stern, Eric Johnson, Dennis Chambers ,Vinnie Colaiuta and John Patitucci,  Noy has carved out a niche as a true innovator in the guitar world.
Chrissi Poland, a powerhouse vocalist and songwriter, combines soul, jazz, and pop influences into her emotive performances and heartfelt compositions. Having worked alongside legends like Nile Rodgers, Chaka Khan, James Taylor, as well as frequent collaborations with both Weckl and Noy, she captivates audiences with her dynamic presence and vocal depth....

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Oz Noy, Chrissi Poland, Dave Weckl, and James Genus are four accomplished musicians whose artistry spans diverse genres and showcases their individual brilliance.
Oz Noy is a groundbreaking guitarist who blends jazz, funk, blues, and rock into a unique musical style, earning acclaim for his virtuosity and creative approach. With a career that includes collaborations with artists like Mike Stern, Eric Johnson, Dennis Chambers ,Vinnie Colaiuta and John Patitucci,  Noy has carved out a niche as a true innovator in the guitar world.
Chrissi Poland, a powerhouse vocalist and songwriter, combines soul, jazz, and pop influences into her emotive performances and heartfelt compositions. Having worked alongside legends like Nile Rodgers, Chaka Khan, James Taylor, as well as frequent collaborations with both Weckl and Noy, she captivates audiences with her dynamic presence and vocal depth.
Dave Weckl, a world-renowned drummer, is celebrated for his technical mastery and contributions to jazz fusion, most notably as a member of Chick Corea's Elektric Band and leader of the Dave Weckl Band. His precision, innovation, and feel have earned him a place among the greatest drummers of all time. Together, Noy, Poland, and Weckl bring unparalleled talent and versatility to the stage, blending their distinctive strengths into electrifying performances that transcend musical boundaries and connect deeply with audiences worldwide.
James Genus was born in Hampton, Virginia. He began on guitar at age six and switched to bass at 13. He studied at Virginia Commonwealth University from 1983 to 1987 where he studied under jazz great Ellis Marsalis (father of Branford, Wynton and Delfeayo). Receiving a degree in jazz studies, he later moved to New York and played and recorded acoustic and electric bass for some of the biggest talents in jazz, including David Sanborn, Bob James, Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, and Wynton Marsalis, who is called the most influential jazz musician of his generation.

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