Joslyn & The Sweet Compression make their Live at Lakeview debut this Thursday; a performance we’ve been waiting all summer for! Within the first 30 seconds of the video below, you’ll understand why.
After cultivating her dynamic voice and performance skills in backup roles, Joslyn Hampton teamed with her stepfather (a touring guitarist and songwriter who has shared the stage with legends such as Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, and Van Morrison) to compose a captivating set of tunes and assemble an ace band. Joslyn & The Sweet Compression (Marty Charters – guitar, Steve Holloman – keyboards, Smith Donaldson – bass, Rashawn Fleming – drums, Trevin Little – saxophone, and Chase Fleming – trumpet and trombone) combine to deliver a hook-filled mix of funk and soul on their self-titled debut album, released in 2019.
“Magical…gives everybody the joy.” — Billboard Magazine
“A refreshing take on the neo-soul / funk sound, unbound by modern cliches.” — Glide Magazine
“A marvel…an instant classic!” — Soul Tracks
“I’ve never seen a band come up more quickly…with more immediate skill and swagger than Joslyn & the Sweet Compression. Joslyn’s vocal command and stage presence is special, and her band is brick-sh**house tight.” — Travis Young, Moonshiner’s Ball
“The music Joslyn Hampton conjures onstage is rich with the funk, soul, and rock ’n’ roll inspirations of multiple generations, and at the heart of the brassy attack of her band, The Sweet Compression, and in the clear and confident command of her singing, sits a core element: Groove.” — Walter Tunis, Lexington Herald-Leader
Opening the show at 4:30 pm is South Lake Tahoe’s own, Miranda Love. She served up a sneak peak of her talent while performing with IMJK back in June, and we’ve been looking forward to round 2 ever since!
ABOUT LIVE AT LAKEVIEW
Live at Lakeview is a free weekly concert series hosted every Thursday from 4:30 – 8:30 pm at Lakeview Commons, in the heart of South Lake Tahoe. The series continues with two more FREE concerts on August 22nd & August 29th.
Each event offers free live music and art on the beach, along with a variety of local merchants and delicious food options plus amphitheater style seating and breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe from the Beer & Wine garden.
Local beer will be served on tap inside the beer & wine garden, courtesy of South of North Brewing Company. Please note that no outside alcohol is permitted within Lakeview Commons park.
Proceeds from the beer & wine garden will support the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition this year, helping Tahoe to become more bicycle friendly with every refreshing sip. Come prepared with a Valid ID and some cash to support.
Parking is limited around the venue; however, a complimentary bike valet service is offered every week. The Bike Valet is operated by a different, local non-profit organization each week. 100% of the tips they collect support their cause.
Biking or lime scootering (with proper lighting) as well as ride-share services, carpooling and public transportation are all strongly encouraged and support the local community. Additional parking is available at Regan Beach and the SLT Public Library.
For details on the full summer lineup visit liveatlakeview.com and connect with @LiveatLakeviewcommons on Facebook and Instagram.