The Georgia Straight proudly sponsors Zakiya Hooker featuring Chris James

Zakiya Hooker will perform at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam) on August 9. The singer-songwriter will be joined by her husband, producer Chris James for an unforgettable night of music, which will complete the Aaargon Music on the Grill Series.

Hooker, who is the daughter of legendary blues icon John Lee Hooker, made her debut in 1991 and has since gone on to perform with Etta James, John Hammond, Taj Mahal, and Charlie Musselwhite. Hooker’s latest album, 2009’s Boogie with the Hook Records, showcases her signature silky-rich vocals.

James is a blues icon himself, having performed with 60s R&B group Natural Four and artists such as Earth Wind and Fire, The Temptations, and Kool and the Gang.

The evening starts at 6:30 p.m., with dinner served at 7 p.m. and the concert beginning at 8 p.m. During the barbecue dinner on the patio, Vancouver singer-songwriter Jessica Zraly will provide music.

Tickets are $52 for dinner and the concert, and $32 for the concert only. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or by phone at 604-927-6555.