August 24

Summer Jam IV: Soul, Funk, RnB Night

Venue: Earl Bales Park

Category Music

AvevA Dese is a globally inspired singer and songwriter whose music blends soulful pop with the rich rhythms and melodies of her Ethiopian-Jewish heritage. With a powerful voice and a deeply personal artistic vision, AvevA creates music that crosses cultural boundaries while exploring themes of identity, belonging, and human connection. She first gained wide recognition through her breakout appearance on “The Voice”. Since then, AvevA has developed a distinctive musical persona, collaborating with internationally acclaimed musician Idan Raichel and performing on major stages around the world. An engaging live performer, AvevA has brought her music to audiences worldwide, appearing on notable stages including The Kennedy Center, Skirball Cultural Center, the Jerusalem Sacred Music Festival, and Overton Park Shell, and performing on the TEDx stage. Through her artistry, AvevA continues to build bridges between cultures bringing together global sounds, powerful storytelling, and an unforgettable voice.

Performer Details

Event Details

August 24

6:00 pm

Earl Bales Park

Summer Jam 2026

Category Music
Nefesh Mountain & Duke Street Turnaround For Summer Jam ‘26, the group will present a special program featuring the music of legendary hippie Bluegrass band “Old and In the Way,” whose eponymous 1975 LP was the best-selling album in the genre prior to the soundtrack of the film “O Brother Where Art Thou” in 2000. Featuring the Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia on banjo, along with David Grisman, Vassar Clements, Peter Rowan and John Kahn, Old and In the Way’s distinctive approach bridged genres and audiences with an eclectic repertoire including traditional staples, original songs, and bluegrass reworkings of rock and pop hits by the likes of the Rolling Stones and the Platters.
Category Music
Dance to Meshuganah Mambo’s infectious mix of klezmer and Latin rhythms, then experience Abraxas, Canada’s premier Santana tribute, performing classics from Soul Sacrifice to Smooth.
Category Music
Acclaimed Yiddish singer-songwriter Daniel Kahn performs Dylan, Cohen, and Guthrie translations with an all-star trio, followed by Paul James and New Morning exploring the timeless songs of Bob Dylan.
Category Music
AvevA Dese blends soulful pop with Ethiopian-Jewish influences, weaving themes of identity and connection. A Voice alum and collaborator of Idan Raichel, she captivates audiences worldwide with her powerful voice and global sound.