Mindi Abair

About

Mindi Abair is a two-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist, vocalist, and author who has become a prominent figure in the contemporary jazz and blues rock scenes. Born in St. Petersburg, Florida, and a graduate of the Berklee College of Music, she moved to Los Angeles in 1991 to launch her career. Since her major-label debut in 2003, she has achieved ten No. 1 radio singles and multiple No. 1 Billboard Jazz albums. Beyond her solo work, she is well-known for her collaborations with iconic acts like Aerosmith, Duran Duran, and the Backstreet Boys, and served as the featured saxophonist on 'American Idol' for two seasons. In 2015, she formed the band Mindi Abair and The Boneshakers, further leaning into her blues rock influences. An active figure in the industry, she has also served as President and National Trustee of the Recording Academy's Los Angeles Chapter.