🎷 L A Blacksmith A magnetic force in Funk, Jazz, and Soul, L A Blacksmith is a powerhouse performer whose electrifying stage presence and masterful musicianship have lit up venues across the globe. He’ll cure you quick if you’re sick wielding his Saxophone, Flute, Wind Synth or Vocals, L A brings a soulful blend of technique and emotion with a health and wellness component. At a youthful 72, he leaves his audiences with an inspired sense of Joy, Connecting, Audiences, Learning, Motivating, Musically from the classroom to the boardroom.

He’s shared the stage with legends such as Melba Moore, Freddie Jackson, Ray, Goodman & Brown Erykah Badu, Isaac Hayes, Levert and Deniece Williams. His breakout moment came when Ben E. King noticed his versatility on Sax/Vocals. Thus he was added to the “Supernatural Thing” worldwide tour for the next four years. Singing with The Drifters to performing alongside Shirley Alston Reeves of The Shirelles on *saxophone, L A’s versatility & personality has made him a sought-after talent relatable to all generations & genres.

📰 Featured on the cover of Indie-Magazine (Oct/Nov edition), L A continues to make waves with his group Jazz-Plus, performing at venues like the Queens & Bklyn Libraries, Black Spectrum Theater, Forest Hill Concert Series, Air-Tran Concert Series, & Jazz Vesper programs throughout the city He’s also a longtime member of iconic Funk/Dance bands Brass Construction & Crown Heights Affair, including a sold-out show at London’s Coronet Theatre.

 🎤 As Musical Director for The Brooklyn Tonight Band at Barclays Center, L A helped shape a Johnny Carson-style variety show hosted by Borough President Marty Markowitz, and has also performed for current Borough President Eric Adams. His corporate gigs include working with Starlight Entertainment & flown out to Santa Barbara California to perform at Kevin Hart’s star-studded wedding.

🌍 L A’s global reach includes a performance for the Prince of Morocco’s birthday, and his engineering credits span icons like Whitney Houston, Kashif, George Benson, Denroy Morgan, France Joli and Najee. His horn work appears on classic hits like “Somebody Else’s Guy” (Jocelyn Brown), “Heartbeat” (Tanya Gardner), and “Funky Sensation” (Gwen McRae). (Brass Construction)

🎶 In 2016, L A released his debut EP featuring “Mo Justice Mo Peace”, produced with V. Jeffrey Smith. His work with Unisoul World Wide Network includes standout tracks like “Warri,” “After Midnight,” and “Got the Love”—each showcasing his genre-blending brilliance from Smooth Jazz to Reggae and World beat.

💻 During the pandemic, L A transformed Jazz-Plus Studios into a worldwide broadcasting hub, bringing music to hospitals, libraries, prisons, and nursing homes throughout the tri-state area. His commitment to community and creativity remains unwavering.

📩 Contact: lasaxy@aol.com | 📱 917-453-1528

Musician: L A BLACKSMITH

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