José James

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José James, one of the most prominent singers in contemporary jazz and a prominent member of the “hip-hop generation,” has released acclaimed albums such as The Dreamer (2008), his debut; For All We Know (2010), a duet with pianist Jeff Neve; No Beginning, No End (2012), his debut with Blue Note; and Yesterday I Had the Blues (2015), a tribute to Billie Holiday. At Mas i Mas, he presents his latest album, 1978 (2024), which includes tracks like “38th & Chicago,” inspired by the figure of George Floyd and dedicated to the fight against racism. Indeed, in 2015 he initiated the Peace Power Change project with Robert Glasper, Keyon Harold, and other figures. With 1978, James embarks on a new stylistic phase, exploring his Latin roots and paying homage to 1960s music with a blend of jazz, funk, soul, Latin and R&B. As if that weren’t enough, he is joined by two figures from the Afro-Latin scene: Pedrito Martínez and Marcus Machado, who will be present at this concert.

A concert in the 2024 edition of the Mas i Mas Music Festival.

Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals

What are your plans for summer? If you’re staying in the city, you won’t be alone. Barcelona is becoming a go-to destination for festival lovers, given Catalunya’s covetable combination of culture, great weather and an increasingly diverse concert circuit. So if you’re looking to expand your horizons while staying put this season, check out our article Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals for a summary of the summer music events taking place in Barcelona, from big-name gatherings to boutique takeovers.

For more music events check our online events calendar.