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Kevin Goss

Born: December 13, 1967

I was born and raised in the east coast of Canada, and I discovered jazz at the age of 12. By the time I was 15, I was playing in local bands, and soon fronted my own quintet. From 1985-89, I attended the St. Francis Xavier University Jazz program in Nova Scotia, where I studied under an accomplished American Faculty. After years of playing in Halifax, NS I moved to Toronto in 1997. During that time I maintained a steady gig schedule, while also teaching high school. Over the years, I performed alongside such diverse artists as Rosemary Clooney, Frankie Valli, Melba Moore, Leslie Gore, The Maritime Jazz Orchestra, Randy Brecker, Joe Sullivan's Big Band, The Orange Devils, and Jim Galloway's Wee Big band

Jazz Harbingers

Active since: 2017

Based in Melbourne, The Jazz Harbingers is the premier tribute band to Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers in the country. The Jazz Harbingers draw heavily on influences from albums like Moanin', Indestructible and Free For All, seeking to capture the energy of Art Blakey's multigenerational all-star band and convey its old school sensibilities to the Melbourne scene.

Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers is among the most prolific, seminal and iconic bands in jazz history. Running for a total of 35 years, the band has featured and mentored countless world-famous musicians, including Freddie Hubbard, Clifford Brown, Wayne Shorter, Lee Morgan, Benny Golson, and Cedar Walton.