Javon Jackson Record Release-Jackson Plays Dylan

Javon Jackson - Tenor SaxophoneJeremy Manasia - Piano, Fender RhodesIsaac Levien - Bass, Electric BassRyan Sands - Drums, PercussionApril 10 is the release date for Jackson Plays Dylan and Scullers is excited to host the first record release show of Jacksons tour.An esteemed post-bop saxophonist with gospel and blues written into his sound. Giovanni Russonello, New York Times Among the last of legendary drummer Art Blakeys Jazz Messengers, Jackson has continued to deliver the message of African-American music in all its glory. Kevin Lowenthal, Boston Globe Internationally acclaimed tenor saxophonist and composer Javon Jackson, who came to prominence as a member of Art Blakeys Jazz Messengers, is now paying tribute to another American music master: Bob Dylan. Jackson celebrates the release of his new album Jackson Plays Dylan by delving into songs that span more than three decades of the legendary songwriters career, from still-poignant folk anthems to incisive and timeless love songs. The release follows a pair of recordings that Jackson made with the famed poet Nikki Giovanni, both of which was nominated for a NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Jazz Album.Jackson was a member of the final edition of the Jazz Messengers, playing with Blakey from 1986 to 1990. In 1991, he made his recording debut with Me and Mr. Jones, featuring James Williams, Christian McBride, and master drummer Elvin Jones. He joined Jones group in 1992, appearing on the great drummers albums Youngblood and Going Home. Jacksons 1994 Blue Note debut, When the Time Is Right, was a straight-ahead affair produced by iconic jazz vocalist and bandleader Betty Carter. Joining Jackson for the Dylan release party at Scullers are Jeremy Manasia on piano/Fender Rhodes, Isaac Levien on acoustic and electric bass, and Ryan Sands on drums. All GA sections (Main Floor GA & Miles Davis Mezzanine) will be seated by host and are first come, first served (other than where a reserved sign is posted to