Party in the Park has been the stage for some good entertainment this summer, but the paramount of musical talent so far performed Thursday night at the Main Street Armory. Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings are bringing sexy back. Stepping on stage all suited up, not only can they play well, but they looked damn good doing it. Jones is a soul sister bringing back the old school rhythms that she grew up on. Emulating the charisma of past female greats, watching Jones perform is like a step back through time.
Wailing into the mic and showing off any number of old school dance moves including the chicken and the twist, Jones exclaimed, "I just can't help myself!" Her love of performing is so plain to see, and she is so thankful for the people that come out to see her on stage.
Jones was more than willing to share the spotlight as well, and invited a spunky young girl to dance up on stage with her during one of her songs. Soon after Jones outdid herself by inviting a group of break dancers from the crowd to come up and perform while she vamped by the side of the stage. The whole performance felt like a giant party, where if you weren't dancing, something was probably wrong with you.
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| Joe Crispiano (left) and Binky Griptite [Photo: Tim Castelein] |
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| Sharon Jones gettin' groovy [Photo: Tim Castelein] |
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| Sharon Jones, the Dap Kings, and the Dapettes (back-up vocals) [Photo: Tim Castelein] |
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