A major figure in international jazz, Glenn Ferris presents his brand-new project for the first time at Le Baiser Salé: the "Newtet," an electric quartet with raw energy and multiple influences. Known for his expressive playing and his ability to transcend genres, Glenn Ferris—who has collaborated with giants such as Frank Zappa, Stevie Wonder, Billy Cobham, and Archie Shepp—enlists three exceptional musicians for a resolutely contemporary musical adventure.On electric bass, Bruno Rousselet, a pillar of the French jazz scene, combines groove, precision, and rare musicality. On guitar, Mike Felberbaum, known for his sharp harmonic sense and inspired improvisations, infuses rock energy and a burning modernity. Finally, on drums, the powerful and subtle Jeff Boudreaux, a New Orleans native, brings the roots of African-American groove to life with every stroke. The "Newtet" repertoire blends original compositions with bold reinterpretations by Ray Charles, Bob Marley, Gino Vannelli, and other iconic figures. The result is a unique sonic patchwork, at the intersection of jazz, blues, eclectic rock, reggae, Afro-beat, and Caribbean grooves.A rare concert, an intense and exhilarating musical journey, carried by four artists at the height of their powers. Not to be missed!...
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A major figure in international jazz, Glenn Ferris presents his brand-new project for the first time at Le Baiser Salé: the "Newtet," an electric quartet with raw energy and multiple influences. Known for his expressive playing and his ability to transcend genres, Glenn Ferris—who has collaborated with giants such as Frank Zappa, Stevie Wonder, Billy Cobham, and Archie Shepp—enlists three exceptional musicians for a resolutely contemporary musical adventure.On electric bass, Bruno Rousselet, a pillar of the French jazz scene, combines groove, precision, and rare musicality. On guitar, Mike Felberbaum, known for his sharp harmonic sense and inspired improvisations, infuses rock energy and a burning modernity. Finally, on drums, the powerful and subtle Jeff Boudreaux, a New Orleans native, brings the roots of African-American groove to life with every stroke. The "Newtet" repertoire blends original compositions with bold reinterpretations by Ray Charles, Bob Marley, Gino Vannelli, and other iconic figures. The result is a unique sonic patchwork, at the intersection of jazz, blues, eclectic rock, reggae, Afro-beat, and Caribbean grooves.A rare concert, an intense and exhilarating musical journey, carried by four artists at the height of their powers. Not to be missed!
Figure majeure du jazz international, Glenn Ferris présente pour la première fois au Baiser Salé son tout nouveau projet : le « Newtet », un quartet électrique à l’énergie brute et aux influences multiples. Connu pour son jeu expressif et sa capacité à transcender les genres, Glenn Ferris – qui a collaboré avec des géants tels que Frank Zappa, Stevie Wonder, Billy Cobham, ou Archie Shepp – s’entoure ici de trois musiciens d’exception pour une aventure musicale résolument contemporaine.À la basse électrique, Bruno Rousselet, pilier de la scène jazz française, allie groove, précision et musicalité rare. À la guitare, Mike Felberbaum, reconnu pour son sens harmonique affûté et ses improvisations inspirées, insuffle une énergie rock et une modernité brûlante. Enfin, à la batterie, le puissant et subtil Jeff Boudreaux, natif de la Nouvelle-Orléans, fait résonner les racines du groove afro-américain à travers chaque frappe.Le répertoire du « Newtet » mêle compositions originales et relectures audacieuses de Ray Charles, Bob Marley, Gino Vannelli et autres figures iconiques. Le tout tisse un patchwork sonore unique, à la croisée du jazz, du blues, du rock éclectique, du reggae, de l’afro-beat, et des grooves caribéens.Un concert rare, un voyage musical intense et jubilatoire, porté par quatre artistes au sommet de leur art. À ne manquer sous aucun prétexte !
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