Lao Tizer [piano & keys]
Elliott Yamin [vocals]
Karen Briggs [violin]
Cheikh N’Doye [bass]
Tony Austin [drums]

“Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band, make their debut at Keystone Korner on Friday, October 3rd for two shows in support of their brand-new album & video release AMPLIFY. The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new original vocals and 4 new original instrumentals with flavors of Jazz, R&B, Funk & World Music. The project was recorded and filmed all LIVE at legendary EastWest Studios in Hollywood with simultaneous 7-camera video shoot and a legendary cast of musicians. Joining pianist, keyboardist and bandleader Lao Tizer for the concert are violinist extraordinaire Karen Briggs (Yanni, Diana Ross), American Idol star, Elliott Yamin, Senegalese bassist, producer Cheikh N’Doye (Baaba Maal, Weedie Braimah) and renowned drummer Tony Austin (Kamasi Washington). Please join us as the group takes you on a high-energy musical ride through a variety of flavors and styles with an all-star cast of musicians in this intimate and elegant setting.