WILLIE "FLY" JOHNSON | Live at Campus | A JAXblast Network Production @JAXHideaway

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An unforgettable night of funk, soul, and smooth jazz at Campus JAX! Featuring the electrifying sounds of saxophonist Willie “Fly” Johnson, this show blends old-school soul with new-school groove—taking you on a journey from George Duke to Maze, Teddy Pendergrass, Curtis Mayfield, and more.

With tight rhythms, silky sax solos, blazing guitar work, and powerful background vocals, we’re bringing the heat with hits like “Let It Whip,” “Never Too Much,” and “Can We Talk”—plus some surprise twists you won’t see coming. From smooth ballads to dance floor bangers.

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