Music critics have hailed legendary saxophonist James “Plunky” Branch as a vanguard of Afro-centric jazz – curating a myriad of musical forms from funk and R&B to house and go-go into a progressive message of empowerment, positivity, and cultural awareness. For over 50 years as a performer, bandleader, songwriter, and producer of film and music Plunky has shared his artistry – releasing 30 albums during his illustrious career.

Music critics have hailed legendary saxophonist James “Plunky” Branch as a vanguard of Afro-centric jazz – curating a myriad of musical forms from funk and R&B to house and go-go into a progressive message of empowerment, positivity, and cultural awareness. For over 50 years as a performer, bandleader, songwriter, and producer of film and music Plunky has shared his artistry – releasing 30 albums during his illustrious career.

Black history month lecture at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church February 22, 2026 with Plunky & Oneness featuring J. Plunky Branch - lecture, sax P. Muzi Branch - bass Carl Lester - guitar Fabian Lance - keyboards Jeremy Evans - drums Jamiah Fire Branch - electronic percussion Charlayne Green - vocals Shon Davis - vocals www.plunkyone.com/black-music-study

Jazz funk saxophonist, Plunky talks about his career as a musician, his youth growing up in the American South and those who inspired him, including: Dr. Martin Luther King, John Coltrane, Pharoah Sanders, Maceo Parker, James Brown, Fela Kuti and others. The documentary is in English with French subtitles and features historical footage of all Plunky's idols mentioned above.