Samuel Prather

"Samuel Prather is a powerhouse of the Washington D.C. music scene—an award-winning pianist, drummer, and vocalist who breathes new life into the "Golden Era" of Black music. A Howard University graduate and Downbeat Award winner, Prather has shared the stage with legends like Hugh Masekela and Pharoh Sanders. On June 24th, he returns to Blues Alley to lead a curated journey through the "Summer of '76 Turns 50." From the analog warmth of Stevie Wonder to the soul-funk of Roy Ayers, Prather brings his expertise in keyboard technology and deep-pocket groove to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the year that defined the Soul and R&B landscape."