KATALYST Closes Their Ten Year Tour with a Triumphant Blue Note New York Debut

After seven cities, countless miles, and ten years of building a sound that refuses to sit still, KATALYST brought their Ten Year Tour to a powerful close with a landmark debut at Blue Note New York on August 19. For a band defined by evolution, collaboration, and fearless musical exploration, ending the tour on one of the world’s most iconic jazz stages wasn’t just fitting — it was transformational.

Band Members: David Otis – Alto Saxophone, Jonah Levine – Trombone, Corbin Jones – Sousaphone/Upright/Keybass, Greg Paul – Drums, Ahmad Dubose – Percussion, Brian Hargrove – Synthesizer / Auxillary, Marlon Spears – Bass Guitar, Brandon Cordoba – Keys

Hometown:Inglewood, California

A Decade in Motion

KATALYST has spent the last ten years shaping a signature blend of jazz‑fusion, soul, hip‑hop, and improvisational fire. Their Ten Year Tour celebrated that journey, moving through Newark, Paterson, Millburn, Maplewood, Philadelphia, Teaneck, and finally landing in Manhattan. Each stop reflected the band’s roots in community, creativity, and connection — but the Blue Note debut marked a new chapter.

The Blue Note Moment

Stepping onto the Blue Note stage is a rite of passage for any artist. For KATALYST, it was a moment charged with gratitude and momentum. The room was electric as fans, supporters, and new listeners packed both the 8PM and 10:30PM shows. The band delivered a performance that was equal parts celebration and statement — tight grooves, soaring solos, and the unmistakable chemistry that has carried them through a decade of artistry.

A Tour Finale That Felt Like a Beginning

While this show marked the end of the Ten Year Tour, it didn’t feel like a conclusion. It felt like ignition. The Blue Note debut showcased a band stepping confidently into its next era — more expansive, more visible, and more determined than ever to push the boundaries of modern jazz.

Gratitude & Forward Motion

From community parks to historic churches to legendary jazz rooms, KATALYST’s Ten Year Tour honored the people and places that shaped their sound. Closing at Blue Note New York was a salute to the journey and a promise of what’s ahead.

KATALYST isn’t just celebrating ten years — they’re building the next ten.