VANESSA RUBIN

Vanessa Rubin is a revered jazz vocalist and storyteller celebrated for her crystalline clarity, soulful warmth, and bold improvisational style. Born in Cleveland to Trinidadian and Louisiana parents, her sound bridges Caribbean rhythm, classic jazz elegance, and Motown soul. Since launching her career in 1980 in Cleveland’s legendary clubs, Rubin has built an international performance and education legacy.

Signed to Novus/RCA in 1992, she released five albums, including chart-topping Soul Eyes (1992) and Pastiche (1993). Her acclaimed one-woman musical, Yesterdays: An Evening with Billie Holiday, earned a 2011 Kevin Klein Award nomination. Rubin continues touring globally, producing, teaching, and championing lyrical storytelling in jazz.

Performers:
Vanessa Rubin ~ Vocalist
Brandon McCune ~ Piano
Richie Goods ~ Bas
Alvin Atkinson ~ Drums

Cover: $40.00 | Friday, 7:30 Show ~ Sold Out

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VANESSA RUBIN

Vanessa Rubin is a revered jazz vocalist and storyteller celebrated for her crystalline clarity, soulful warmth, and bold improvisational style. Born in Cleveland to Trinidadian and Louisiana parents, her sound bridges Caribbean rhythm, classic jazz elegance, and Motown soul. Since launching her career in 1980 in Cleveland’s legendary clubs, Rubin has built an international performance and education legacy.

Signed to Novus/RCA in 1992, she released five albums, including chart-topping Soul Eyes (1992) and Pastiche (1993). Her acclaimed one-woman musical, Yesterdays: An Evening with Billie Holiday, earned a 2011 Kevin Klein Award nomination. Rubin continues touring globally, producing, teaching, and championing lyrical storytelling in jazz.

The Band: Miki Hayama ! Piano | Richie Goods ~ Bass | Alvin Atkinson ~ Drums | Patience Higgins ~ Tenor Saxophone

Cover: Free

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TOMI BERRY & OMAR ASKEW

Tomi Berry is a beautiful performer, inside and out, brings natural grace, a rich soulful voice, and spiritual essence to her performances throughout the Atlanta area and beyond. Wherever she sings, she spreads joy, whether singing smooth R&B, swinging jazz, or sultry ballads, she holds an audience in rapt attention.  A spiritual song-stylist, she engages her listeners in musical conversation.

The 2016 42nd Annual Lawrence Award Winner for “Best Seasoned Performer” and the runner up for the 2016’s inaugural Atlanta’s Top Vocalist competition, she has an extensive background in  performing and public speaking. An accomplished, classically trained singer, Tomi has performed most of her life in multiple music genres, starting formally in gospel and spiritual church choirs in her hometown of Montclair, NJ.

Omar Askew, a 19-year-old student at Kennesaw State University, is dedicated to studying Jazz Performance on the piano. Constantly striving for self-improvement, he aims to excel every time he touches his instrument. In lessons, Omar pushes his students to become the best pianists they can be, helping them achieve their personal goals.

Cover & Parking: Free

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JUSTICE MICHAEL

Drummer, producing and composing Justice Michael hits the stage with special guest Just grooving Band & DJ at TenAtl. Audiences are blown away by the rhythmic sounds that emit from this drummer, who makes his drum set seem like a natural extension of his limbs. Justice is known for his effortless deep pocket mixed with his own creative flare that hypnotizes  the crowd.  When he plays, it’s as simple as walking and talking to Justice.

Twenty two year old Justice graduated from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, with a Bachelor’s degree in Music.  His major was Musicianship, Artistry Development, and Entrepreneurship (M.A.D.E.) with a minor in Music Business and Entertainment Industry.

He won Amateur Night at the Apollo on three separate occasions.  Since then, Justice has been seen with his band, Anonymous DaBand, opening for jazz superstars such as Najee, Chrisette Michele, Pieces of a Dream, Bobby Caldwell, Lalah Hathaway and many more. With his growing experiences, Justice has become known in the drumming industry.  He has performed at the 2024 Atlanta Jazz Festival and recently secured endorsements with Amedia Cymbals, and Prentice Practice Pads.

Cover: $15.00 ~ Early Bird Until 1.12 | $20.00 ~ Week Of Tickets

CashApp: $justicemmusic | Venmo: @justicemmusic

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DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER & BILL CHRLAP

Two of the most highly respected figures in the world of Jazz — Dee Dee Bridgewater and Bill Charlap — document their critically acclaimed, sold out live concerts on their first collaborative album, Elemental. Bridgewater and Charlap curate a repetoire that only they can present: exploring the deep understanding of Jazz Tradition alongside impecable phrasing and a once-in-a-generation dynamic range, brining a level of sophistication that is sure to be considered a masterpiece for generations to come.

Cover: $45.76 ~ $61.21

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