When all is said and done, singer/actor/comedian Jamie Foxx will probably be remembered most for his Oscar-winning portrayal of soul icon Ray Charles. In his own music career, however, Foxx has his sights set squarely on keeping up with today's R&B pack. Which, depending how you look at it, is either a shame or yet another example of his staggering versatility. Foxx isn't exactly short on nerve: from talking bluntly about race at a George Strait tribute (he's an avid country fan) to doing a moonwalk parody at BET's Michael Jackson tribute, it's no surprise that his lyrics have some bite. But, as he might put it himself, the music is slicker than a KY delivery truck accident on a rainy day. Predictable auto-tuned vocals and the usual rapper guest spots probably say more about Foxx's marketing savvy than his musical ability. And, well, there's something to be said for that.
Jamie Foxx
Sunday, August 9
Blue Cross Arena, 1 War Memorial Sq
7:30 p.m. | $56.50 | ticketmaster.com
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