Jonathan Michel at The Bitter End

Jonathan Michel, a Waterbury, Connecticut native of Haitian descent, grew up in a musically enriched household that sparked his early passion for the bass. Over the past 15 years, he has emerged as a key figure in the music scenes of Philadelphia and New York City, collaborating with artists like Orrin Evans, Bilal, and Tiwa Savage.His debut album, Jonathan Michel: MDR (Music & Dance Revisited), released in 2018 on Imani Records, blends musical traditions and showcases his innovative vision. As a producer, Jonathan has earned acclaim for his work with artists like Willerm Delisfort and Mary Akpa, and his commissioned work with the internationally celebrated dance group iLuminate, featured on SHERRI.Jonathan’s live performances have further solidified his status as a leader in contemporary music...

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Jonathan Michel, a Waterbury, Connecticut native of Haitian descent, grew up in a musically enriched household that sparked his early passion for the bass. Over the past 15 years, he has emerged as a key figure in the music scenes of Philadelphia and New York City, collaborating with artists like Orrin Evans, Bilal, and Tiwa Savage.His debut album, Jonathan Michel: MDR (Music & Dance Revisited), released in 2018 on Imani Records, blends musical traditions and showcases his innovative vision. As a producer, Jonathan has earned acclaim for his work with artists like Willerm Delisfort and Mary Akpa, and his commissioned work with the internationally celebrated dance group iLuminate, featured on SHERRI.Jonathan’s live performances have further solidified his status as a leader in contemporary music. In 2023, he headlined the BRIC Jazz Fest and debuted the Caribbean Diaspora Big Band with sold-out shows at Dizzy’s Club in NYC, highlighting his commitment to celebrating the Caribbean diaspora's contributions to jazz. Jonathan Michel continues to shape cultural landscapes with his dedication to excellence and innovation.Jonathan Michel: (MDR Live) is the live show presentation of his debut album, Jonathan Michel: MDR (Music & Dance Revisited), produced by Orrin Evans and released in 2018 on Imani Records. The show celebrates ancestry, cultural connection, and joy, emphasizing the essential and vibrant connection between music and dance within the genre of jazz, and highlighting the African diaspora's profound influence on it.Originally planned for 2020, the tour was delayed by global events, making this performance at The Bitter End the debut of MDR Live. The show features music from Jonathan's debut album and introduces new compositions from his upcoming album, MDR Live, set to be released in May 2025.InstagramSpotify Apple Music YouTubeBandsintown

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