Lizz Wright and Kenny Banks Sr. at Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club

Through an inimitable voice that The New York Times calls “a smooth, dark alto possessed of qualities you might associate with barrel-aged bourbon or butter-soft leather,” renowned vocalist and songwriter Lizz Wright offers a soaring reflection of the cultural fabric of America. Her music transcends social divides with an abiding sense of love, humanity, and belonging, embodying a tradition that invites listeners home. Wright’s 2024 studio album Shadow presents her in a gentle yet triumphant lig...