Season 2, Episode 5: Behind every summer is a community that keeps Fire Island alive. This episode explores the history of the beloved Pines Pantry through the eyes of its iconic Pantry Girls, alongside the volunteer firefighters of The Pines and Cherry Grove who protect the island from fires, hurricanes, beach erosion, and an uncertain future.
José James and Special Guest Lizz Wright Will Perform A 50th Anniversary Tribute to Marvin Gaye’s 'I Want You'
José James and Lizz Wright set to celebrate Marvin Gaye's influential album in a special tribute concert
By: Stephi Wild
McCarter Theatre Center will present acclaimed jazz singer José James in a special 50th anniversary tribute to Marvin Gaye’s iconic album I Want You on Saturday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m. This is one of only two exclusive performances nationwide.
James will be joined by Grammy‑nominated song stylist Lizz Wright and a world‑class band featuring guitarist Marcus Machado, bassist David Ginyard, and drummer Jharis Yokley. Together, they will bring fresh life to the lush arrangements and sensual grooves that made I Want You one of the most influential R&B albums of all time.
“José James and Lizz Wright bring a truly unique perspective to Marvin Gaye’s classic album, and we are thrilled to be among only two presenters nationwide for this extraordinary tribute. McCarter, along with Chicago Symphony Center, is delighted to welcome these artists and share this unforgettable music with our audiences,” said Paula Abreu, Director of Presented Programming, William Lockwood Jr. Chair.
Released in 1976, Gaye’s thirteenth studio album, I Want You, sold millions of copies and influenced generations of artists through its distinctive blend of jazz, funk, R&B, soul, and disco.
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