Webb Thomas & The Superband featuring Wali Ali | Friday July 3 | 7 & 9:30PM

Drummer Webb Thomas’ Philadelphia roots extend deep and have helped establish him as one of the most prominent drummers in the area. 

Wali Ali's music reflects the rhythm of funk and the cool of jazz. Ali grew up in Nebraska, but joined Motown at age 17 and recorded, toured, and wrote for the top acts. He was lead Guitarist The Temptations, Eddie Kendricks, Teena Marie, Rick James & Patrice Rushen just to name a few. Wali Ali has toured as guitarist with Marvin Gaye, The Jacksons. Aretha Franklin, and the Undisputed Truth. During his tenure as musical director of the world famous “Cotton Club”, Wali was dubbed the “Minister of Music”.

Expect tight arrangements and heavy swing from this veteran ensemble.