Freddy DeBoe Band
The Django2 6th Avenue, New York 10013
Freddy DeBoe Band brings a five-piece instrumental R&B set to The Django's late slot. Saxophonist DeBoe leads Al Street on guitar, Ben Stivers on organ, Moses Patrou on percussion and Evan Pazner on drums. The program centers DeBoe's soulful blues and rock and roll saxophone sound, with the band leaning into feel-good music made for good times.
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, DeBoe now leads an instrumental rhythm and blues band in New York City while touring internationally. His work has put him onstage and in the studio with major soul, R&B and rock artists, including Charles Bradley, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, Lee Fields and the Expressions, the James Hunter Six, Peter Gabriel, Macy Gray, Mary J. Blige, George Clinton and George Duke. He has also appeared with Scone Cash Players, Ian Hendrickson Smith and Lonnie Smith. No reviewer quotations are provided, but the through line in the available descriptions is his soulful, blues-rooted approach to saxophone and a repertoire built for a bandstand rather than a singer-led showcase.
The Django offers a subterranean jazz experience inspired by Parisian boîtes, with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls that frame a stage equipped with a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound system. The venue combines two cocktail bars and an open dining area where you can enjoy an elevated menu alongside live performances every night. The evening unfolds with a focus on attentive listening, enhanced by award-winning cocktails crafted by Natasha David and a selection of small plates and dinner options. Shows require a cover charge and reservations are recommended to secure your spot. The setting invites you to settle in for a night of rich jazz sounds, fine food, and carefully mixed drinks, all within the cellar level of the Roxy Hotel, creating a distinct mood that feels both exclusive and welcoming.