05/27/2026
Brooklyn Saint - the electrifying duo of vocalist Shareef Keyes and drummer Emanuel Harrold - join forces with a live string ensemble for an evening that pushes the boundaries of modern soul and jazz. Keyes’ bold, yet melodic vocals, steeped in the spirit of Marvin Gaye, James Brown, and Janelle Monáe, meet Harrold’s polyrhythmic drive inspired by jazz and hip hop innovators. Together, they create a sound that blends R&B, funk, and hip hop with cinematic string arrangements. This special performance promises high energy, deep grooves, and a bold new take on soul music for the next generation.
Brooklyn Saint is the dynamic duo of vocalist Shareef Keyes and drummer Emanuel Harrold. Shareef, a Brooklyn native, draws inspiration from artists such as Janelle Monáe, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, and George Clinton, blending funk, soul, and hip hop into immersive, high-energy performances. Emanuel, hailing from St. Louis, is an acclaimed drummer whose polyrhythmic style and deep groove have made him a sought-after collaborator with artists including Gregory Porter and Keyon Harrold. Together, Brooklyn Saint fuses their influences into a genre-bending sound that is at once vibrant, soulful, and boldly inventive.
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