bob baldwin

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Who is Bob Baldwin?

Bob Baldwin is an International Jazz artist, having recorded on 6 different continents since the beginning of his recording career (1988). As of 2024, he’s recorded 37 studio discs. He also hosts a radio show The NewUrbanJazz Lounge weekly since 2008.

In 1988, Roberta Flack selected him as the Sony Innovators Award winner in a highly publicized new-artist-signing contest. He was then introduced to music mogul Sylvia Rhone, where he signed his first deal with the now-defunct Atlantic Jazz label joining then labelmates Bobby Lyle, Paul Jackson, Jr. and Gerald Albright. 

BB has worked with such Jazz and Pop stars like George Benson, Grover Washington, Jr. , Will Downing, Marion Meadows, Marcus Anderson, Pieces of a Dream, Phil Perry, Chuck Loeb and Chieli Minucci, to name a select few.

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WINNER OF THE 2022 JAZZ MUSIC AWARD

“The Stay At Home Series, Vol. 1”

BEST CONTEMPORARY JAZZ ALBUM (aired on PBS in jan. 2024)

Buy the award-winning from Bob Baldwin direct on his label, City Sketches Records



New Albums Releasing on June 28, 2024

Songs My Father Would Dig

Bob Baldwin pays heartfelt homage to his father, Bobby Baldwin, by dedicating his music to him. Influenced by his father's teachings on piano playing and love for jazz music,

In a cool jazz 1960’s musical mindset, he interprets the music of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock and his late cousin, Larry Willis (who played with the original Blood Sweat and Tears, Hugh Masakela and Jerry Gonzalez), and a couple of original compositions. Bob is doing his thing on a 100 year old Steinway piano recorded in Queens, NY.

Bob expertly weaves together acoustic melodies from the 1960s. Performing alongside skilled musicians like Richie Goods on upright bass, Tony Lewis on drums, and Edson Silva on percussion, Bob showcases his talent on a 9-foot grand piano. A soulful fusion of sounds that resonates with the essence of musical mastery and familial inspiration.

RELEASE DATE: JUNE 28, 2024

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It’s Okay to Dream

Bob Baldwin, a meticulous artist, ensures every detail is carefully orchestrated, extending his musical influence across borders into Mozambique and South Africa with the exceptional talents of guitarist Jimmy Dludlu. The track "Malema" is rapidly gaining popularity in the vibrant music scene of Johannesburg, reflecting the undeniable allure of Baldwin's innovative sound.

RELEASE DATE: JUNE 28, 2024

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TOUR DATES

04/20/24

Baltimore, MD

Keystone Korner

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05/18/24

Fayetteville, GA

WCLK Anniversary Party

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05/20-05/27/24

Johannesburg, SA

(Private event)

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06/14/24

Rocky Mount, NC

Juneteenth Festival at Five Points

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06/15/24

Atlanta, GA (Juneteenth Event)

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6/28/24 - NEW ALBUM RELEASE(S):

‘SONGS MY FATHER WOULD DIG’, AND ‘IT’S OKAY TO DREAM’


06/20/24

Raleigh, NC

Jazz at the Improv

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07/13/24

Memphis, TN

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08/09/24

Ypsilanti, MI

John E. Lawrence Jazz Series

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08/16/24 - 08/17/24

Tarrytown, NY

Jazz Forum Arts

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08/18/24

Atlanta, GA

TBA (Private Event)

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10/25/24

Richmond, VA

Tin Pan Alley

w/ Special Guest Robbie Cunningham (aka Robby Michals)

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11/22, 11/23, 11/24/24

Peekskill, NY

Bean Runner

(small venue, buy tickets early!)

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12/05/24

Atlanta, GA

St. James Live

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12/06/24 - 12/07/24

Columbia, SC

Chayz Lounge

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Previous Dates:

11/12/21

(Live) Stream (AARP ATLANTA)

The Couch Series

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11/26-28/21

The Velvet Note / Alpharetta, GA

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12/05/21

NAACP Live Stream event

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12/11/21

New Haven, CT

Marion Meadows & Friends f/ Alex Bugnon,

Bob Baldwin, Elan Trotman, and more!!

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02/04/22 & 02/05/22

Columbia, SC

ChayzLounge

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06/11/22

Beacon, NY

Town Crier

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7/14/22

Pittsburgh, PA

MCG Jazz Fest

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08/11/22

Washington, DC

City Winery

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8/19/22 & 8/20/22

Charlotte, NC

Middle C Jazz Club

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08/28/22

Toledo, OH

Sideman with Joey Sommerville

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09/09/22

Atlanta, GA

Callanwolde Arts Ampitheater

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09/10/22

Toledo, OH

Great Lakes Jazz Festival

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12/08/22

Atlanta

Bob Baldwin and Friends Birthday Party f/ Kathy Kosins

St. James Live

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12/11/22

Seattle

The Wonder of Women (WOW) Gallery

Bob Baldwin and Friends

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04/15/23

Tallahassee

Bob Baldwin featuring Kathy Kosins

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06/24/23

Nashville, TN

WFSK All-Day Music City Jazz Festival

Bob Baldwin, Joey Sommerville, and more

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06/28/23

Detroit

Aretha Franklin Ampitheater

Bob Baldwin featuring Kathy Kosins,

Tim Bowman, Kimmie Horn

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07/15/23

Hartford, CT

Bob Baldwin / Ragan Whiteside / Cafe Da Silva / Chembo Corniel + More!

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08/05/23

Beacon, NY

Towne Crier

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8/11/23 & 8/12/23

Charlotte, NC

Middle C Jazz Club

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8/22/23 & 8/23/23

Washington, DC

Blues Alley

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09/02/23

Eastvale, CA

Jazz at the Lakes

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09/22/23

Atlanta, GA

Callanwolde

Bob Baldwin and Friends

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10/1/23

New Brunswick, NJ

Hub City Jazz Fest

NewUrbanJazz Fest

Bob Baldwin / Ragan Whiteside / Tim Bowman

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11/9/23

Hampton Roads, VA

Jazz Legacy Foundation

Bob Baldwin / Ragan Whiteside

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11/16/23 - 11/18/23

Peekskill, NY

Bean Runner Cafe

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12/07/23

Atlanta, GA

St. James Live

Bob Baldwin Birthday Bash

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02/16/24-2/18/24

Columbia, SC

Chayz Lounge

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