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Stealing the Show!
Hank Azaria, renowned for his work on “The Simpsons” as the voice of characters like Moe the bartender, Chief Wiggum, Dr. Nick, and Superintendent Chalmers, took the spotlight in a surprising role. During a Soho Sessions concert, Azaria thrilled the audience by performing Bruce Springsteen’s “Prove It All Night” on stage.
Channeling his inner rock star, the “Birdcage” actor delivered a performance that closely mirrored the iconic voice of Springsteen. His spirited rendition captivated a celebrity-filled crowd, which featured notable figures such as Michael J. Fox, Steve Guttenberg, Susie Essman, Gina Gershon, Bobby Flay, Van Jones, and Don Lemon.
The night was a dazzling display of rock and blues, headlined by guitar legends Joe Bonamassa and Slash. They were joined by Larry Campbell, Bob Dylan’s guitarist, creating an electrifying atmosphere that resonated with the audience.
The concert also showcased the talents of special guest Bay Melnick Virgolino, an 11-year-old guitar prodigy. He had the unique opportunity to perform alongside the legendary Guns N’ Roses guitarist, Slash, in a rendition of BB King’s timeless hit, “The Thrill is Gone,” leaving him visibly amazed by the experience.
Harlem-based guitarist Tash Neal, who has toured with Slash and Lenny Kravitz, came on stage for a spirited version of the Stevie Wonder classic, “Livin’ for the City.” He shared vocal duties with none other than former “Late Night” bandleader Paul Shaffer who was on the keys.
Neal also sang a rousing rendition of the Neil Young protest song “Ohio,” which many took to be a commentary on the shooting death of Renee Nicole Good by ICE agents in Minnesota.
Nineteen-year-old guitarist Grace Bowers also got on stage to jam with the band.
Finally, rock photographer Danny Clinch — who has shot Jay Z, Bjork, Willie Nelson, Sting and more — put down his camera for a few minutes to play a surprisingly mean harmonica on the Robert Johnson blues classic, “Crossroads.”
The evening raised money for Bonamassa’s foundation, Keeping the Blues Alive, which aims to “conserve the art of music in schools by funding projects, scholarships, and grants that preserve music education for the next generation.”
The Soho Sessions, founded by Nicole Rechter and Greg Williamson, has hosted a slew of musicians championing their pet causes, including Keith Richards, Olivia Dean, Nile Rodgers, and Paul Simon.