# Event Details - **Event Name**: Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 21 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 21 Nov, 2025 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: azz N Soul Music welcomes back Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday to the Jam Shak, Rozzelles Ferry Landing, Charlotte NC! Join us on Friday, November 21st at 7:00pm or 9:15pm for live Smooth Jazz and Soul! Don't let his last name confuse you – Derwin Friday works 24/7 as a professional saxophonist, national recording artist, and businessman. Going by the stage name D. Friday or simply Friday, he grew up in multi-rural churches that poured musical influence into his heart and soul. He began crafting his sound at nine and has been nonstop ever since. He's the co-founder and lead of 5th and York- A Charlotte-based jazz ensemble formed in 2007. Along with Derwin on sax, the six-member group consists of a lead vocalist, drummer, guitarist, bassist, and keyboardist. Their music can be described as smooth contemporary natural vibes that grab the audience's attention—heading local events in the Charlotte metro area and others down south. Opening for Earth, Wind and Fire, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Anthony Hamilton, and more, The group dropped their debut album, “Nascentum”, in 2011 and with a follow up in 2014 titled “All In”. The latest Venture, a live alum entitled “No Chaser” is accompanied by a Video production Executively Produced by Friday. In 2012, he launched Baby Brothers Entertainment, LLC. The pragmatic umbrella sets the tone of elegance for his style, events, performances, and work in the music industry. When creating his music, Derwin draws inspiration from a variety of sources including activist/writer James Baldwin, the legendary Stevie Wonder, and folk-rock artist James Taylor. This multi-dimensional inventiveness continues to propel his artistry forward. He's consistently redefining his impulses, curiosity, and complex nature to try something new every day. When he's not working as a professional musician, Derwin impacts the community as a medical social worker, and has been recognized as the Inspire Social Worker of the Year for the city of Charlotte N.C. Take a Walk on West Side at the Jam Shak, Rozzelles Ferry Landing, 2821 Rozzelles Ferry Rd, Charlotte NC. Less than 10 minutes from Uptown and I-77. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/saxophonist-and-national-recording-artist-d-friday-live-at-jam-shak/200029222053955 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, literary-art, photography, live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlotte - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Rozzelles Ferry Landing - **lat**: 35.25047 - **long**: -80.87086 - **full address**: Rozzelles Ferry Landing, 2821 Rozzelles Ferry Rd.,Charlotte,NC,United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/c28d23498dc2920cfe7f64c66449e9d32e2fcc42d8c714a4c2a5ff1c48b24540-rimg-w1200-h800-dcdad6d5-gmir?v=1763584614 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak being held? - **A:** Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak takes place on Fri, 21 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 21 Nov, 2025 at 08:30 pm at Rozzelles Ferry Landing, 2821 Rozzelles Ferry Rd.,Charlotte,NC,United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak? - **A:** Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak is organized by Jazz N Soul Music. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Saxophonist and National Recording Artist D. Friday live at Jam Shak is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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