Adam Blackstone: Tiny Desk Concert

by Corey Brown Monday, June 19th, 2023

NPR Music shared this fantastic Tiny Desk Concert a few days ago, and I enjoyed every minute.

Here’s Adam Blackstone leading his band and special guests on six tunes at NPR’s HQ.

NPR shared the background:

“The set opened with a surprise collaboration. Adam’s mentor, the legendary DJ and producer Jazzy Jeff, joined the band and sprinkled in the jazz bop, ‘Brother J,’ with one of the key elements of hip-hop: the scratch. Then Adam introduced one of his favorite vocalists, Blakely, who captivated the office with a heartfelt rendition of Thelonius Monk’s ‘’Round Midnight.’ The jazz vibe continued with a silky smooth composition by trumpeter Melvin Jones called, ‘The Storm Will Pass.'”
Taking time to reflect on his early career, Adam shared how one session with a certain artist changed his life. To the surprise and delight of those gathered, that person was none other than Musiq Soulchild, who performed two of his hit songs, ‘teachme’ and ‘Just Friends (Sunny).'”