Fri Aug 15
"Brilliant singer with a voice like red velvet cake." - Jill Scott
As a 2x GRAMMY Award-nominee and singer Eric Roberson is widely regarded as the "King Of Independent Soul/R&B,” winning the 2012 Soul Train Music Award For Independent Artist Of The Year and “Underground Artist of the Year” BETJ Virtual Award. Eric has achieved major milestones in his career, from being a successful songwriter and producer for notable artists such as Jill Scott, Musiq Soulchild, Dwele, Vivian Green and countless others, to headlining sold out tours across the country. Eric Roberson's story is more than music; it's a symphony of authenticity and commitment to timeless melodies. Eric’s new album, Beautifully All Over The Place comes out July 23rd!
The neo-soul/contemporary R&B songstress known as Algebra Blessett delivers a consistently sublime set that showcases the remarkable vocal and songwriting gifts that have already established the versatile, charismatic artist as one of R&B's hottest rising performers. She has worked with the likes of Anthony David, Vivian Green, Esperanza Spalding, India.Arie, Debra Killings, Miri Ben-Ari, & more, on countless albums. Whether she's delivering infectious pop, swaggering funk or sensitive balladry, there are no gimmicks here, just timelessly soulful, effortlessly accessible music that draws upon the varied musical skills that Blessett has developed through a lifetime of creative curiosity.
Presented by NEA Jazz Master Todd Barkan and Double O Entertainment