Times 4 Jazz February 17, 2008

San Francisco-based contemporary jazz quartet Times 4 presents an energetic program of original instrumental compositions. Delivering a fresh Bay Area blend of uplifting modern jazz with urban flavor, Times 4 generates an artful and intense musical interplay steeped in the history of friendship and common roots.

Drawing on a wide range of styles including jazz, soul, latin, funk, hip-hop and rock, Times 4 weaves a musical tapestry that expresses their diverse roots in the San Francisco Bay Area. Driving grooves combined with distinctive melodies and dynamic improvisations move the Times 4 audience to tap their feet and feel dance in their bones.

The members of Times 4 have, together and individually, traveled the world contributing their talents to a wide range of musical projects with many renowned artists, and have recorded music on over 20 distinguished record labels. Times 4 developed their sound and approach over the last five years with regular performances at festivals, clubs, and events including fine venues such as Yoshi's, Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society, the JVC Jazz Festival, the Fillmore and North Beach Jazz Festivals, Jazz at Pearl's, and the Boom Boom Room. Their first CD, Seductivity, continues to generate critical acclaim from listeners and reviewers alike.

Official Website: http://www.times4music.com/