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The Planet D Nonet Concert
The Planet D Nonet, Detroit’s own small big band, played at Cliff Bell’s on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. They brought authentic swing and early jazz revival with deep roots in Black American musical traditions.
If you hadn't experienced the Planet D Nonet yet, you missed a serious dose of classic swing and early jazz spirit, right from Detroit. Founded in 2007 by RJ Spangler and James O'Donnell, this nine-piece band honors the Black American musical heritage from the '20s to the '40s.
Their lineup is a streamlined version of the traditional 1930s big bands, often featuring guest vocalists for an energetic and diverse show. At Cliff Bell’s, they performed two shows at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. and seating starting at 6:15 p.m.
Winner of multiple Detroit Music Awards, the Planet D Nonet delivers a vibrant set blending swing era classics, Duke Ellington, Sun Ra, and R&B influences — a true Detroit party band vibe.
Their lineup is a streamlined version of the traditional 1930s big bands, often featuring guest vocalists for an energetic and diverse show. At Cliff Bell’s, they performed two shows at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. and seating starting at 6:15 p.m.
Winner of multiple Detroit Music Awards, the Planet D Nonet delivers a vibrant set blending swing era classics, Duke Ellington, Sun Ra, and R&B influences — a true Detroit party band vibe.
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