Kevin Spears “KalimbaMan”

Name: Kevin Spears “KalimbaMan”
Start: 2025-01-09T20:00:00-05:00
Location: 121 W. Main St., Jonesborough, TN, United States, Tennessee 37659

Schedule

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025 at 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

121 W. Main St., Jonesborough, TN, United States, Tennessee 37659 | Jonesborough, TN

Get ready for an extraordinary musical experience as Kevin Spears, the "KalimbaMan", brings his one-of-a-kind talent to The Jackson Theatre.
Kevin Spears is celebrated for his ability to transform the traditional African kalimba into an instrument of boundless possibilities, blending world music, jazz, and folktronica into captivating live performances. NPR's AfroPop Worldwide describes Kevin’s sound as “soulful, funky music that would make Stevie Wonder smile.”
🎤 What others are saying:
“Kevin Spears is truly an exceptional musician unlike anyone I've ever heard before.” – Billy Merritt
“Kevin Spears puts on a performance full of groove, sound and intimacy that draws you into his unique yet universal world.” – Benoit Glazer, Musical Director Cirque Du Soleil
“Kevin Spears is a force of nature.” – Chris Stack, Multi-Instrumentalist and Director, Sigal Music Museum
Kevin’s performances are a captivating journey. With influences ranging from Jimi Hendrix to Herbie Hancock, Kevin creates a soundscape using custom kalimbas and modern technology, delivering an experience that is both innovative and soul-stirring.
🎥 Watch Kevin in Action:
TEDx Performance: