Intriguing, the mix of African and jazz, with a little Caribbean thrown into one song, is Lionel Loueke. His bassist was Massimo Biolcati. I did not catch his drummer’s name, so if you know them please tell me. There are a lot of Black musicians, but the mix of African language in song really adds a complex level of texture to the music, and I really like it. Markham Jazz Festival, August 17 2013, 5:00-6:30pm. They did not take much of a break either. It was a special event for me.
Cool Godin Multiac Spectrum Steel SA classical acoustic that was electrified. Ernie Ball strap. He is a fantastic guitar player. Bass player had a black Sadowsky 4 string.

Lionel Loueke 1, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai

Lionel Loueke 2, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai

Lionel Loueke 3, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai

Lionel Loueke 4, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai

Lionel Loueke 5, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai

Lionel Loueke 6, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai

Bassist Massimo Biolcati, Lionel Loueke’s bass player, Markham Jazz Festival Aug 17 2013. Photo by Don Tai