The Destination Smooth Jazz Series was launched in the summer of 2024. It was the rebirth of the Derby
City Jazz Festival which was produced from 2016 – 2019. Covid-19 changed the landscape for
entertainment across the country. Urban Lifestylez has been a fixture on the CW WBKI TV Louisville, KY
for 16 years. The locally produced TV show was created to put a positive spotlight on African American
achievement in every field of human endeavor and also, engaging in conversations with national African
American news makers from all fields that visit our metro area. As a spinoff, from the Derby City Jazz
Festival, the Derby City Jazz Festival-Destination Smooth Jazz Series was created.
The Destination Smooth Jazz Series (DSJ) features (4) events per year, one per quarter (Feb, May, Aug, &
Nov). Each event will feature two national smooth jazz artists in a unique venue that appeals to the
urban professional, and any smooth jazz enthusiasts that will allow you to enjoy great music, a culinary
experience by an African American Chef, and opportunity to network and visit the city of Bourbon,
Louisville, KY! What are your waiting for “Join Us!”