Chicago-based saxophonist and composer Greg Wahl’s latest collaboration with singer/songwriter Julia Minkin explores the theme of “a sense of place”. Greg’s atmospheric original compositions paired with Julia’s personal and poignant lyrics make this band a mesmerizing experience for the listener. The group’s distinctive sound draws from a number of stylistic influences including contemporary jazz, folk, and popular music.

Greg Wahl is a saxophonist, composer, and bandleader located in Chicago. Known for his lyrical, dynamic, and contemplative style, Greg’s music spans stylistic influences including contemporary jazz, folk, and rock music. Originally from Colorado, Greg was named one of KUVO Denver’s “30 under 30” best young jazz musicians, and performed regularly with his jazz group Wahl Street. In 2021 he released his debut album Shared Sounds in Chicago, and continues to perform with his quintet and as a sideman in groups spanning many genres including jazz, funk fusion, and latin soul.

Julia Minkin is a singer/songwriter from Chicago, primarily focusing on pop, folk, and jazz music. She began her career in 2014 with the French pop band Kid Francescoli, with whom she collaborated on two albums, With Julia and Play Me Again, contributing lyrics and music as well as vocals. Julia has contributed to a number of jazz projects, most recently in 2021 when her lyrics and vocals, as well as an original song, were featured on an album from jazz trumpetist Christophe Leloil, based in Marseille. In Chicago, Julia and her husband, guitarist Andrew Sudhibhasilp, have shifted their focus to recording an album of original songs at their home studio.

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