Kamasi Washington

American jazz saxophonist, bandleader, and composer known for large-ensemble recordings such as The Epic (2015) and for blending spiritual jazz with modern influences.

Born February 18, 1981, in Los Angeles, California. Best known as a tenor saxophonist and bandleader whose major releases include The Epic, Harmony of Difference, and Heaven And Earth.

Two DeBaser reviews cover Kamasi Washington's studio ambition and live power. One review playfully caricatures his studio plans; the other praises his live, sprawling, progressive-jazz performances. Key themes: long-form tracks, extended solos, large ensemble energy.

For:Fans of modern and spiritual jazz, listeners who enjoy long-form improvisation and large-ensemble performances.