In an age of modernism and trend-chasing, the music of Neal Francis feels, admittedly, relieving. Reaching back into vintage aesthetics and sounds built on years of sitting in with jazz and blues bands, Francis has helped to revive the ‘70s–’80s era sounds of Allen Toussaint, Fleetwood Mac and Sly & The Family Stone. Recorded on magnetic tape with the help of an all-star cast of musicians and producers, Francis’ albums flow with a lush sense of timeless wonder. It’s all-night drives and bygone love. Opening for Francis will be Danielle Ponder, a former public defender turned stellar R&B artist.
WHO: Neal Francis, Danielle Ponder
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 3, 8 p.m.
WHERE: Georgia Theatre
HOW MUCH: $22
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