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JAMS Funk Fest 2k23 at the Great NYS Fair
September 2, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM
Host/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
More Information: https://nysfair.ny.gov/event/jams-funk-fest/
JAMS’ Funk Fest 2K23 will bring a blend of Disco, Jazz, Funk, and R&B to Chevy Court all day and night on Saturday, September 2. The celebration will culminate with headlining performances from Brick and Dazz Band, two bands that formed in the late 1970s and produced a string of hits that we’re still singing along with today. Funk Fest is a tradition that dates back to 2014 at The Fair. Funk Fest 2K23 runs all day Saturday, September 2 at Chevy Court. The fun kicks off at 12:00 p.m. with DJ Dretronix and continues until 10:00 p.m. Fairgoers can look forward to performances from regional bands, including Central New York favorites Brownskin Band, Trump Tight 315, and The Blacklites. In the afternoon, a presentation called Fallout From WAR, will feature a collaboration of musicians from around New York State, performing a blend of music originally written and performed by Eric Burdon and WAR. A full schedule is posted below.
Brick will take the Chevy Court stage around 6:45 p.m. Brick, based in Atlanta, is known for merging Disco and Jazz music to form “Dazz,” which is also the name of their most popular song. “Dazz” peaked at #3 on the Hot 100 music chart, climbed to #1 on the R&B chart, and landed at #7 on the Dance music chart. Then, Dazz Band, whose electrifying R&B, Funk and soulful ballads topped Pop and R&B music charts in the 1980s and 1990s, will perform around 8:15 p.m. at Chevy Court. They’re touring in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of their 1983 hit, “Joystick.” “Let it Whip,” “Swoop (I’m Yours),” “You are My Starship,” and “Let it All Blow” are also among their most popular songs. Originally established as Kinsman Dazz – a nod to the Cleveland restaurant where they were the house band – the band’s name evolved into Dazz Band in tribute to the music they became known for producing: Danceable Jazz.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
