Kenosha Kid: Live in Athens 20th Anniversary 9.18.25

Kenosha Kid: Live in Athens
Thurs Sept 18 | Hendershot’s | Athens, GA
With Cheap Heaven opening 

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, genre-defying jazz ensemble Kenosha Kid returns home to Athens, GA, for a one-night-only performance at Hendershot’s. Known for its deep grooves, rich melodies, and fearless improvisation, the band will perform two full sets, drawing from a wide-ranging and ever-evolving body of work.

For two decades, Kenosha Kid has carved out a singular voice in modern jazz, and is now expanding its reach with a special series of performances and workshops across the Southeast.

Led by Athens-based guitarist and composer Dan Nettles, this anniversary tour features an all-star quintet. Marlon Patton (drums: Nashville) is a rhythmic innovator whose work with LiV Warfield, Lonnie Holley, and Jim White has earned national acclaim. Robby Handley (bass: Atlanta) is a key figure in Atlanta’s music scene, known for his work with Lera Lynn, Michelle Malone, and Larkin Poe. Jacob Wick (trumpet: Mexico City) is an exploratory voice in experimental jazz, featured on Bandcamp’s Best Experimental Music of 2024 for something in your eyes. Gregory Sinibaldi (baritone sax: Seattle) is a dynamic improviser whose collaborations include Gunther Schuller, Bill Frisell, and Cuong Vu.

Cheap Heaven:
Synth-ist JoJo Glidewell (Modern Skirts/of Montreal) presents a solo
performance of improvised/generative music and debuts some
compositions which were born in his attic studio, Sky Slaw.

Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm (Two sets)
Tickets: $10 advance / $15 at the door
Venue: Hendershot’s, 237 Prince Ave, Athens, GA