
21 Jun 1977

New York, New York
An egotistical saxophone player and a young singer meet on V-J Day and embark upon a strained and rocky romance, even as their careers begin a long uphill climb.
Featuring George Duke - Lalah Hathaway - Doc Powell - Kevin Whalum with special guests, John Stoddart - Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum, Kenneth Whalum III - Kyle Whalum, Caleb The Bridge
Kirk Whalum presents this music documentary-cum-live concert performance exploring the impact of jazz on modern retellings of the Gospel. The film includes performances by Kirk Whalum himself along with George Duke, Lalah Hathaway, Doc Powell and Kevin Whalum.
Kirk Whalum
Lalah Hathaway
Paul Jackson,Jr.
George Duke
Doc Powell
Kevin Whalum
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