The Headhunters with Donald Harrison
"Remarkably masterful, fresh-sounding, and creatively restless... For over 50
years, The Headhunters have continually reinvented themselves.” - ALL MUSIC
Donald Harrison [alto saxophone]
Bill Summers [percussion]
Mike Clark [drums]
Shea Pierre [keyboards]
Chris Severin [bass]
The Headhunters, the legendary jazz-funk ensemble co-led by percussionist Bill Summers and drummer Mike Clark with NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison on alto saxophone, celebrated the band’s 50th anniversary in 2023, having formed around Herbie Hancock's classic recordings, Head Hunters, in 1973, Thrust in 1974 and Man-Child in 1975. By blending jazz, funk, and rock, The Headhunters created a sound that resonated with audiences worldwide, selling over a million albums and inspiring musicians across genres for generations. Their music was even sampled by hundreds of hip-hop artists throughout the '80s and '90s, leaving an indelible mark on contemporary music. Today, The Headhunters' impact remains a global phenomenon, with their time alongside Hancock serving as a transformative experience.
