Ranky Tanky, a widely praised jazz/gospel/R&B group, performs from 8 to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Levitt Pavilion in Westport.
Here’s the announcement from Levitt Pavilion:
Taking its name from the Gullah phrase for “work it” or “get down,” Ranky Tanky infuses the music of the Georgia/South Carolina sea islands with jazz, gospel, and R&B—and the result is irresistible.
Grounded by “an enigmatic, unshakeable and unspoiled tradition that’s long been hidden in plain sight,” this band brings together six dynamic musicians, many of whom call Charleston home.
Photo from Levitt Pavilion
Ranky Tanky
Lead vocalist Quiana Parler, “whose power, dexterity and expressiveness convey the breadth and strength of the material’s emotional content” (JAZZIZ magazine), merges her talents with trumpeter/singer Charlton Singleton, bassist Kevin Hamilton, percussionists Quentin Baxter and Calvin Baxter, and guitarist/singer Clay Ross.
Ranky Tanky has been presented by the Spoleto Festival, Norway’s Moldejazz, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and GlobalFest.
#1 JAZZ ALBUM – BILLBOARD
#1 JAZZ ALBUM – iTUNES
#1 JAZZ ALBUM – AMAZON
“OH GOSH – THAT SOUNDS GREAT” – NPR FRESH AIR
“ONE OF THE GREATEST GIFTS OF THE YEAR” – AFROPOP WORLDWIDE
“SOULFUL HONEY TO THE EARS” – NPR
… A NOT-TO-BE-MISSED SHOW!
The lawn and concession areas are open to the public one hour before show-time. The Levitt Pavilion is closed to public during load-in and sound-check.
Picnics are welcome. The Levitt Pavilion and its perimeter is a non-smoking area. Pets are not allowed.
In case of inclement weather, check back here or call our concert hotline (203-221-2153) at or after 4.30PM on the day of the show for a location status update. While we have a nearby rain location for free shows, we always do our best to stay outside shower or shine!