An electric mix of musicians will come together for the 2nd annual Nolafunk JazzFest Series Kick-Off Party. The show—which will officially open New Orleans/New York promoter Nolafunk’s JazzFest series—will take place at New Orleans’ Republic on Friday, April 26.

A super group featuring Meters bassist George Porter Jr., keyboardist John “Papa” Gros, New Mastersounds guitarist Eddie Roberts and Runnin’ Pardners drummer Terrence Houston will headline the evening. The Soul Rebels and Marco Benevento Trio will split opening duties. For Nolafunk’s complete JazzFest series, please click here.