On June 20, 2025, the Sun Ra Arkestra, under the direction of 101-year-old saxophonist Marshall Allen, delivered a transcendent performance at Brooklyn's Pioneer Works. This concert was part of the Dripping Festival, which featured a diverse lineup including Young Boy Dancing Group, Colin Self, Cel Genesis, and Relaxer b2b Baby Leo. (pioneerworks.org)
The Arkestra's setlist showcased their expansive repertoire, blending classics like "Angels and Demons at Play" and "Rocket Number Nine" with newer compositions such as "Swirling" and "Lights on a Satellite." The latter, released in February 2025, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album in 2026. (en.wikipedia.org)
Audience members were captivated by the Arkestra's cosmic swing and dynamic energy, with one attendee noting, "Although it was a sit-down concert, they were so good, all I wanted to do was dance!" (songkick.com)
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