Magic City, Dark Days

Following on from the UK premiere of The Magic City - Birmingham According to Sun Ra, we’re heading around the corner to Pan Pan for a live performance by jazz trio Dark Days.

Led by bassist and composer Neil Charles (who brings the unique distinction of having actually performed with the Sun Ra Arkestra!), this project - released on the Jazz in Britain label - takes its searing inspiration from the essays of James Baldwin.

While Sun Ra looked to the stars for liberation, Dark Days delivers a dramatic, grounded, and deeply engaging take on contemporary music. Featuring a powerhouse trio, this performance serves as a vital sonic bridge between Baldwin’s mid-century insights and the modern landscape.

Featuring vocalist Cleveland Watkiss, drummer Mark Sanders and Charles himself.

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