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Breakwater

Herb Smith & Kim Peyton

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Saturday, January 04, 2025
Doors: 8pm | Show: 8pm
$37-$40 advance + day of show

Back by popular demand, Philadelphia’s powerhouse, Breakwater brings it’s fusion of funk, R&B and jazz to the stage. Breakwater formed in 1971
and seven years later were signed to Arista Records by music mogul Clive Davis. After two successful albums that featured hits such as “Say You Love
Me Girl”, “Work It Out” and “Release the Beast”, the legendary Philadelphia rhythm & blues funk jazz horn band has reunited and are splashing
down at the World Cafe Live for a concert you won’t want to miss.

VENUE INFO – PLEASE READ!

  • This is a ticketed event. Everyone must have a ticket for entry.

  • Join us before the show for dinner & drinks in The Lounge, our full-service restaurant & bar on the upstairs level which opens at 6pm. View menu & make a reservation.

  • Mezzanine ticket holders are seated on the balcony overlooking the main stage, with access to a private bar, restrooms, and dining area where you can order from The Lounge menu.

  • If you require accessible seating and none is available online, please contact us at boxoffice@worldcafelive.org or 215-222-1400 prior to the show so we can best accommodate your needs.

  • Join the WCL Fan Club for priority entry, food & merch discounts, exclusive offers, and more. Mega & Ultimate Fan levels include 24-hour presale access and no ticket fees.

  • World Cafe Live is a nonprofit independent venue where artistry meets social impact. Every purchase helps support our music education & community programs.

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Breakwater are a funk/soul band formed in 1971 in Philadelphia. The sound of Breakwater's music is normally that of slow jams, but they have been known to incorporate rock music and funk styles into their songs. They were signed to the Arista label in 1978 and released two albums: 'Breakwater' in 1978, and 'Splashdown' in 1980. Their second album has been referred to as a funk masterpiece. Highlights include "No Limit" and "Say You Love Me Girl". The song "Release The Beast" became famous for being sampled by Daft Punk in their hit "Robot Rock" in 2005.
James "Herb" Smith has had a successful career as a guitarist/songwriter since 14 y.o., touring and performing with many major artists. Herb's songwriting credits include: New Beginning (Dexter Wansel), Old San Juan (MFSB), At Peace With Women (The Jones Girls), Family (Patti LaBelle), Very Best in You (Change), I Can't Forget You (Patti LaBelle), Money Power Respect (The Lox), Sexy Dancer (Ideal), and Crazy Talk (Space Cowboy). Herb's guitar credits appear on many artists albums including Patti LaBelle, Lou Rawls, Grover Washington Jr., Dexter Wansel, and Stephanie Mills. Currently Musical Director at Courage Christian Church in addition to performing a solo show and with a regular band, Soul Patrol.
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