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Toledo takes its jazz music very seriously and Detroit native Harvey Thompson is about as serious as a coronary.
For the last 25 years, Thompson has lived in Tokyo, where he is a big deal in the jazz world. USA Today called Thompson “The jazziest of the new crooners” while his hometown paper the Detroit Free Press hailed Thompson thusly: “Harvey Thompson’s eloquent baritone voice is dark, smooth, and luxurious, comparable to Joe Williams’ and deeper than Billy Eckstine’s. His career is poised to skyrocket.”
Thompson will be performing at the Peacock Cafe on Thursday, August 21 in a rare Toledo appearance, although he’s no stranger to Toledo. Thompson previously performed at such fabled jazz venues as Rusty’s and Murphy’s Place.
“If you love Nat King Cole and Johnny Hartman, you will love Harvey Thompson,” said concert promoter Andre Wright. “You do not want to miss this iconic legendary jazz vocalist. It’s going to be epic.”
Admission is a donation at the doors, which open at 6:45 p.m. The Peacock Cafe is located at 2007 Monroe St. www.peacockjazzcollective.com
