The All Night Happy Hour with PJ Spraggins every Thursday at Jazz Underground!

Jazz Underground presents the ALL Night Happy Hour every Thursday at Jazz Underground.

Happy Hour takes place from 5pm – 11pm with live jazz from P.J. Spraggins and Friends from 7:30pm – 10:30pm. No cover charge.

For more information visit www.jazzunderground5points.com or call (205) 202-3640.

danI this Friday and Nfrwi presents a tribute to Regina Belle on Saturday at Jazz Underground

Catch two of Birmingham’s talented singers this weekend with the soulful sounds of danI on Friday, May 17, 2013 and Nfrwi in a Whole New World – A Tribute to Regina Belle on Saturday, May 18, 2013.

Doors open at 8:00pm, showtime at 9:30pm on both Friday and Saturday. For dinner reservations call (205) 202-3640.  $10 Admission.

Jazz Underground is located at 2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South.

For more information visit www.jazzunderground5points.com

FREE Concert and an ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR this THURSDAY at Jazz Underground!

 

Drop by Jazz Underground this Thursday for a FREE Concert and the ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR featuring danI.

Happy Hour starts at 5pm with live music at 8pm.  DJ Willie will help you get ready for the show with classic R&B, soul music and neo-soul and maybe a little old school after the show!

The Jazz Underground Supper Club is located in the Five Points South Entertainment District, below Cosmos Pizza at 2012 Magnolia Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35205. For additional information about Jazz Underground and the music line-up please call (205) 202-3640. For dinner reservations call (205) 202-3640.

Anniversary Weekend at Jazz Underground with Dee Lucas, The Connection Band & The Salsa Sunday Cinco de Mayo Celebration!

Don’t miss the weekend long Anniversary Celebration at Jazz Underground with a live performance by national jazz artist Dee Lucas ($15), two nights of live music from the popular Connection Band on Friday and Saturday ($10) PLUS Salsa Sunday’s Cinco de Mayo celebration!  ($5)

Jazz Underground
2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South
Birmingham, AL 35205

For dinner reservations or additional information please call (205) 202-3640.

 

How about a FREE pair of VIP tickets to the Preserve Jazz Festival!

WIN! WIN! WIN! A “JAZZ UNDERGROUND” Exclusive :: Enter for a chance to win by dropping your business card or name and contact information in one of the Mason Jars at Jazz Underground. Estimated 2013 Lexus Platinum VIP prize package value $250. Prize is transferable but has no monetary value and cannot be redeemed for cash. Winner will be chosen by random drawing May 25, 2013. Must be 21 years or older to enter and win!

Jazz Underground is located at 2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South (below Cosmos Pizza). Featuring Live Jazz and an all night Happy Hour every Thursday, Live Music Friday and Saturday and Salsa Dancing every Sunday!  For more information call (205) 202-3640

Melvin M. Miller LIVE @ Jazz Underground

 

With four hit projects of his own, Melvin M. Miller’s sound can be heard on a number of different projects!

Let’s talk about his latest project first.

Melvin’s latest project, “I Hope You Dance,” is a collection of songs specifically selected to convey the essence of his mother’s spirit, which includes Funky & Fresh new songs that she would have danced to! The overall vibe is designed to make you emotionally and physically moved. Some of the songs on the project include: “The Man with the Horn”, “I Hope You Dance,” “Jam,” Each of the tracks features a plethora of well-known and distinctive artists & musicians including, Mo Pleasure (Earth, Wind and Fire, Michael Jackson’s This is it Tour); Ike Stubblefield (The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye); Phil Davis (GRAMMY award winning producer & keyboardist), GRAMMY Award winning drummer, James Barrett (India Arie); drummer Jorel “JFly” Flynn (New Edition, Peabo Bryson); drummer Sonny Emory (Earth, Wind & Fire, Steely Dan, Bruce Hornsby); jazz guitarist Eric Essix; guitarist Rick Watford; vocalists Brent Carter (Tower of Power) and Toni Redd (Najee, The Stylistics) , and saxophonist Fred Vigdor.

“In the Moment” comes forth as a breath of fresh air from the one who has blown his horn internationally before crowds of thousands. The great expectations fulfilled in “In the Moment” fall right in line with the excellence that has become synonymous with Miller. The project boasts of 11 cuts, most of which are remakes, and two originals. A proud Miller states, “‘In the Moment’ was created to take listeners on a journey that causes them to think of where they were and what they were doing when they originally heard the covers (remakes.) There’s something about being taken back in time that evokes a feeling of the overall purpose of music, which is to make you feel good, to inspire joy and happiness and to sooth the soul. I think this project does that and more.”

“Here’s To Life” is truly a mixture of musical textures. The rawness of it makes it a work that covers all the emotions. You want funk, contemporary jazz, smooth jazz, sexy, traditional..ish “Here’s To Life.” “Here’s To Life” is a piece for your collection of mood setting works. It features a list of talented musicians such as Phil Davis who has played and produced for Al Jarreau, Boney James, George Howard and the list goes on; Al Smith on keyboards; Jon Roberts on bass and vocals ; Lil’ John Roberts on drums, who has been on tour with Janet Jackson; Afrika on vocals; Chanda Leigh on vocals; Jess McGrath on vocals; Daniel Moore on keyboards, vocals and everything else; Derek Scott on guitar; Antonio Allen on sax; Hank Stewart doing spoken word; Eric Essix on guitar… you want more… get your copy of “Here’s To Life”  Infused with dynamic energy,” Here’s To Life” features twelve tracks that explore an array of moods and musical genres. 7 of which were created with the help of Michael Burton. “Here’s To Life” mixes the perfect blend of hop jazz, soul, funk.

Innocent Bystander is a collection of contemporary, instrumental pop/smooth jazz pieces. It features a list of talented musicians such as Phil Davis, who has written compositions for Boney James (Body Language), Al Jarreau (Just to Be Loved), Alex Bugnon (Scirocco); Andrew Lane on keyboards; Sam Sims on bass, who has been on tour with Janet Jackson; Dean James on soprano sax, who has 3 national recordings of his own; and Lil’ John Roberts on drums, who has performed on the Velvet Rope tour with Janet Jackson and performs on the Kirk Whalum project For You, as well as the Boney James and Rick Braun project Shake IT UP.  Innocent Bystander features twelve tracks that explore various moods and musical textures. Innocent Bystander mixes the perfect blend of pop, soul, funk and jazz. The appeal of Innocent Bystander undoubtedly stems from the players’ musical connection.

Catch Melvin M. Miller LIVE at Jazz Underground on Thursday, March 21.  Doors open at 6:30pm, with the show starting at 7:30pm.  Tickets are on sale now for $15.00.

Purchase Tickets Online at http://guestlistapp.com/events/109326

Jazz Underground2012 Magnolia Avenue
Birmingham, AL 35205

For more information please visit www.jazzunderground5points.com.

My Jazzy Valentine featuring Elnora Spencer

 

Its dinner and a show with My Jazzy Valentine at Jazz Underground!

Featuring the Legendary Elnora Spencer and the Connection Band! 7:00pm.

Thursday, February 14, 2013.  For reservations and information call (205) 202-3640.

Jazz Underground is located at 2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South below Cosmos Pizza.

For more information www.jazzunderground5points.com.

The Connection Band presents That 80s Show!

The Connection Band presents a night of live music from the fun era the 80s!  Join the crew at Jazz Underground for a night of live music, great food and fun on Friday, February 1, 2013.  Doors open at 8:00pm, showtime at 9:30pm.

Make sure you try the Chicken & Waffles while at Jazz Underground!

Jazz Underground
2012 Magnolia Avenue
In Five Points South
Phone: (205) 202-3640

www.jazzunderground5points.com

 

Music from the Movement: A Tribute to Sam Cooke

Jazz Underground presents Music from the Movement – Music That Inspired A Generation – A Tribute to the Legendary Sam Cooke!

Saturday, January 26, 2013.

Doors open at 7:00pm, Showtime at 9:00pm.

2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South, Birmingham, Alabama 25205.

For reservations call (205) 202-3640

ABOUT SAM COOKE

Samuel Cook (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964), better known under the stage name Sam Cooke, was an American gospel, R&B, soul, and pop singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He is considered to be one of the pioneers and founders of soul music. He is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive vocal abilities and influence on the modern world of music. His contribution in pioneering soul music led to the rise of Aretha Franklin, Bobby Womack, Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and popularized the likes of Otis Redding and James Brown.

Cooke had 30 U.S. top 40 hits between 1957 and 1964, and a further three after his death. Major hits like “You Send Me”, “A Change Is Gonna Come”, “Cupid”, “Chain Gang”, “Wonderful World”, and “Twistin’ the Night Away” are some of his most popular songs. Cooke was also among the first modern black performers and composers to attend to the business side of his musical career. He founded both a record label and a publishing company as an extension of his careers as a singer and composer. He also took an active part in the American Civil Rights Movement.

On December 11, 1964, Cooke was fatally shot by the manager of the Hacienda Motel in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 33. At the time, the courts ruled that Cooke was drunk and distressed, and that the manager had killed Cooke in what was later ruled a justifiable homicide. Since that time, the circumstances of his death have been widely questioned.

Music from the Movement: A Tribute to Sam Cooke
2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South
Birmingham, Alabama 35205
Phone: (205) 202-3640
www.jazzunderground5points.com

 

The Music We Love: A Tribute to Wilson Pickett

Jazz Underground presents The Music We Love: The Wilson Picket Tribute Show!  Get your reservations early for a great show packed with music from the legendary singer Wilson Pickett!   Friday, January 4, 2013.  Doors open at 7:00pm, showtime at 9:30pm.  For dinner reservations or information call (205) 202-3640.  $10 Admission

Jazz Underground
2012 Magnolia Avenue

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