Eighty Eights CLT's Upcoming Shows

Lovingly known as “Reverend O”, Omari is a prominent Charlotte-based vocalist and musician known for his involvement in the local jazz, funk, and soul scene all around the city! This is a night you don’t want to miss!

Based in the heart of the Queen City, The Jazz Alliance is a premier Charlotte-based quartet that redefines the boundaries of modern and fusion jazz. Combining technical virtuosity with a sophisticated, contemporary edge, the group is composed of seasoned studio and performing veterans: Andre Ferreri (Guitars) Mark Stallings (Piano & Synthesizers) Nelson Rios (Bass) Tim Scott Jr. (Drums) The quartet’s repertoire is a masterclass in versatility, centering on original compositions that showcase their collective chemistry and improvisational depth. Their live sets seamlessly bridge genres, alternating between complex fusion pieces and inventive reinterpretations of popular jazz and pop classics. These are the core rhythm section musicians for the Gene Woods Soul Alliance. Known for their distinctive sound and elite musicianship, The Jazz Alliance offers an immersive listening experience that has made them a standout ensemble in the Southeast's vibrant jazz scene!

Lovell is a dynamic and energetic upright and electric Bass player based out of NC. With 10 years of playing experience at just 24 years old, Lovell has played with and studied with amazing musicians including Rodney Whitaker of Michigan State University, Steve Haines of UNCG, and Joe Brown of Duke University, to name a few. Styles of proficiency include Jazz, R&B, Soul, Pop Top 40, Gospel, Latin, Rock, Folk, and some in between. You don't want to miss this dynamic night of incredible music!

Four-time Grammy Considered, two-time Global Music Award Recipient, five star author and International Recording Artist Buff Dillard of Charlotte NC is a native of Greenville SC. He took a serious interest in playing drums, bass and the trombone at a very young age. Falling completely in love with the trombone, he made it his instrument of choice. Buff continued to play the trombone with a strong desire to create his own signature sound and technique, launching his career as a professional musician in 1984. During his lengthy music career, he has worked on projects with Award winning artist such as Pastor John P. Kee, Marion Meadows and Tom Browne and have also shared the stage with iconic artists and bands such as Helen Baylor, The Williams Brothers, The Count Basie Orchestra, Pieces of a Dream, Boney James, Alex Bugnon, Brian Simpson, Walter Beasley, Kim Waters, Brian Simpson, Nick Colionne, Ben Tankard, The SOS Band, Jasmine Sullivan, Dave Hollister of Black Street, Kevon Edmonds, Faith Evans, Glenn Lewis and many more. With over 40 plus years of musical experience, Buff has been inducted into The Historic Standard of Excellence Biographical Publication "Marquis Who's Who in America", The 10th anniversary of "Who's Who In Black Charlotte" and continues his musical career as a trombonist, producer and an entertainer.