KEEP THE FAITH Events – SOUL Events in London, London SOUL events, SOUL music club & live events in London, UK. ….. Including: Neo-Soul, Raregroove, Funk, 80s Soul, 2Step, Nu-Jazz, Hip Hop, R&B, Street Soul, 90s Soul, 80s Soul, 70s Soul, 60s Soul, Contemporary Soul, Modern Soul, UKSoul, UKGospel, UKReggae, Brit Funk, Lovers Rock, Afrobeat, Latin, Roots music and related Grooves from across the globe. ….. KEEP THE FAITH Events aka KTF. ….. Keep The Faith Events include events for & featuring: Erykah Badu, Sade, Amy Winehouse, Raphael Saadiq, Angie Stone, Dwele, Eric Roberson, Marsha Ambrosius, Omar, The Brand New Heavies, Sister Sledge, Leon Ware, The Blackbyrds, Al Mckay, Terri Walker, Lenny Henry, Carmen Rodgers, Sy Smith, Zo!, The Foreign Exchange, J Soul, Julie Dexter, Jaz Ellington, Kaidi Tatham….. Including events such as "UKSoulJam", "NeoSoulWW", "NeoSoul1stSaturdays" ("NS1S"),"NeoSoul3rdFridays"("NS3Fs"), "Eclectic Soul City", "Roots 2nd Fridays", "Salsa vs Soca", "BlueNotes, Bass & Boogie", "Soundclash", "South London Soul Sessions", "Love For Lost Soul", "New Years Eve The SOUL Way!" At London venues inc.: Jazz Cafe, Koko, Ronnie Scott's, The O2 Greenwich. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ For all enquiries please contact: info@keepthefaithevents.com
Venue Address:
Islington Assembly Hall,
Islington Town Hall,
Upper Street,
Islington,
London
N1 2UD
UK
(IAH, N1 is next to Islington Town Hall).
Dress Code: none
Age Limit: 18 & over
About Bilal, Bilal Oliver:
Considered one of the great voices of soul fusion, Bilal released his
debut album 1st Born Second in 2001, which boasted the popular single
Soul Sista. The follow-up, Love for Sale (2006), was shelved but
leaked entirely online and has since become an underground classic. In
the following years, Bilal has collaborated and performed with some of
the industry’s most prominent artists including Beyonce, Common,
Jay-Z, Erykah Badu, Robert Glasper, Boney James, Musiq and The Roots
among others. He also covered Radiohead’s High & Dry for the 2006
Radiohead tribute, Exit Music: Songs With Radio Heads. Bilal also
appears in Dave Chappelle’s Block Party.Bilal has recently released his third album “A Love Surreal” ( BBE )
to worldwide acclaim.
On Oct 2nd Julie Dexter returns to Jazz Cafe with her first album in 6 years. The former Soul II Soul frontlady has become a main artist on the USA Nu Soul scene since relocating to Atlanta some years ago. Hear Julie’s great new album live on this only London show. + Strong support from our favourite poet Greeds, Soul-Jazz from Louise Golbey, Explosive R&B & NuSoul from Sharon Rose & bringing NeoSoul in their UKSJ debut: Sturdy & more acts TBA + the midnight jam open to the public later in the show + surprise guests & KTF residents DJs Paul Aaaron & DJ Kay(K15), House band: The Neutronics ….. £10 advance, Jazz Cafe, 5 Parkway, Camden, London, NW1, 7pm-1am. Further info@: http://www.keepthefaithful.com/ , http://www.keepthefaithevents.com/ & http://www.twitter.com/keepthefaithful & on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=234406399924265
Julie Dexter
FULL EVENT INFO:
A “UK SOUL JAM” & “NEOSOULWW” Joint Special Show @ JAZZ CAFE
** Featuring JULIE DEXTER & More **
On SUNDAY 2nd October 2011
Venue Address:
JAZZ CAFE
5 Parkway,
Camden Town,
London
NW1
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Running times: 7pm – 1am
PRICES: £10 Advance, £12 Door, Upstairs Balcony Restaurant Table Seats with £16.50 Set Menu
BOX OFFICE, IN PERSON & CASH PAYMENTS: To order in person or for Cash payment at JAZZCAFE( front door) box office 5 Parkway Camden, NW1 (Mon – Sat 10.30am-5.30pm).
Table Seats On Balcony with £16.50 Set Menu – Call Jazzcafe Restaurant Line For Tables On: 020 7688 8899 (Lines Open 10.30am-5.30pm Mon-Sat)
Live Performances From:
JULIE DEXTER
+ GREEDS
+ LOUISE GOLBEY
+ SHARON ROSE
+ STURDY
+ More Surprise Acts TBA
+ Open Mic Jam Open To The Public Surprise Guests TBA
Resident DJs:
PAUL AAARON (Keep The Faith / Groove Lineage)
DJ KAY (K15 / Keep The Faith)
House Band: THE NEUTRONICS
On This Show:
Keep The Faith are delighted to host a UKSoulJam / NeoSoulWW show special featuring Julie Dexter, former Soul II Soul front lady & now a stable part of the USA’s Nu Soul scene. Julie will be performing her critically acclaimed new album “New Again” for the first time in Europe. Also on the night our taste maker new acts to watch, the freshest the UKSoul scene has to offer live. At the end of the night the stage is opened up to the public for an Open Mic Jam – previous guests include Amy Winehouse, Marsha Ambrosius, Jeffrey Daniel of Shalamar – so keep your eyes peeled for those infamous surprise guests & email keepthefaithful@gmail.com if you want to perform. This show is a must for UKSoul & NeoSoul fans.
With strong support from our favourite poet Greeds, acoustic Soul-Jazz from Louise Golbey an every popular UKSoulJam artist seen most recently this year with George Benson, Jazz FM & Ronnie Scotts, & another popular UKSoulJam performer – the explosive Nu Soul & R&B of Sharon Rose & making their debut on UKSJ – the NeoSoul of Sturdy. + Our midnight Jam session open to the public at the end of the show.
ABOUT JULIE DEXTER:
Julie Dexter is a world renowned, award winning, British vocalist considered by many to be one of the most influential female vocalists of our generation. Having shared the spotlight with a host of cutting-edge artists, including Mint Condition, Jill Scott, Bilal, Omar, Loose Ends, Rachelle Ferrell, Ledisi, Eric Roberson and Raheem DeVaughn to name a few, Julie not only holds up her own with them but has been praised and respected by them too.
Born and raised in Birmingham, England, this classically trained artist composes and arranges her own music. Influenced by legends such as Nancy Wilson, Abbey Lincoln, and Bob Marley, as well as popular icons Omar and Sade, Julie takes classic soul to the heart of Artistry. Fans and critics across the globe have followed her journey through the circles of Jazz, Broken-Beat, Bossa-Nova, Reggae, Afro-Beat and Soul. Her dynamic voice was first heard in 1994 on “The Jamaican Beat” Vol 1 with Jazz Jamaica then later in 1997 on Dune Records’ release of J-Life, a European Jazz quintet formed by Gary Crosby and led by Jason Yarde. She later toured several continents with Jazz legend Courtney Pine as the lead vocalist for his ensemble. It was in 1999 that Julie took a leap of faith and moved to Atlanta, Georgia where she now resides. She launched her own label, Ketch A Vibe Records and in 2000 released the critically acclaimed EP Peace of Mind, followed by Dexterity (2002) , and Conscious (2005). Moon Bossa, a collaboration with Khari Simmons was released in 2007 and her single “Ketch A Vibe” was featured in national radio ads for Democratic Presidential Candidate Senator Barrack Obama.
Event Summary:
“UK SOUL JAM”: A celebration of UK SOUL in an Open Mic – Jam Session, Showcase & DJ Session featuring the best of London’s Soul talent at Jazz Cafe. As seen on Sky TV. UK Soul Jam captures the energy and musical talent from London’s Contemporary Soul Scene. Bringing together singers, players, & connoisseurs of Neo Soul, Nu Jazz, Credible Hip Hop and RnB, Brokenbeat, Reggae, Gospel and Soulful House scenes in London. A platform for new & established artists. Open Mic / Jam is open to the public. “NEOSOULWW” – bringing USA & International Nu Soul acts live to Jazz Cafe, London.
Music Style: SOUL, NEO SOUL, UK SOUL, GOSPEL, RAREGROOVE, NU JAZZ, R&B, BROKENBEAT, HIP HOP, REGGAE, DANCEHALL, OPEN MIC JAM & LIVE MUSIC
Saturday July 2nd’s Neo-Soul-1st-Saturdays featured new album is “Jill Scott “The Light Of The Sun” which will be featured in full at the start of the July 2nd NS1S session.
DATES: Sat July 2nd was the last NS1S at the previous venue, new venue and dates TBA – all enquiries – email keepthefaithful@gmail.com
VENUE & ADDRESS:
New Venue & dates TBA – all enquiries – email keepthefaithful@gmail.com
PARKING:
Off street parking in surrounding streets after restrictions end.
PRICE:
Free before 8pm, £5 after 8pm
TIMES:
8pm-1am
(Music event starts at 8pm, the bar is open all day & before 8pm)
FREE WI-FI , TABLE RESERVATIONS & PRIVATE FUNCTION ROOM HIRE:
Wi-Fi is free to use for all customers, tables reservations, private use of the function room & birthday/ special occasion bookings are also free to book – email for more details: keepthefaithful@gmail.com Hiring the private function room for no charge makes it 1 of the cheapest you will find in Central London.
EVENT SCENARIO:
“NEOSOUL1stSATURDAYs” (‘NS1S’), formerly “NEOSOUL3rdFRIDAYs (‘NS3Fs’) – London’s longest running Neo-Soul night featuring Neo-Soul & down-tempo Nu Soul all night. There was a need to create this night at this point in time in London due to the feedback we got from attendees who found no where else was playing large amounts of this music on the weekends in London. This event is very much a labour of love & as with all niche & specialist music nights – it requires your support through attendance to keep happening.
NS1S is part of Keep The Faith’s Groove Lineage Eclectic Soul night. DJ Paul Aaaron on decks with occasional guests & release parties for previous artists such as Erykah Badu, Dwele, The Foreign Exchange, Eric Roberson as part of this night.
Expect to hear artists like: Erykah Badu, Dwele, J Dilla, Eric Roberson, F.E., D’Angelo, Maxwell, Angie Stone, Musiq Soulchild, Omar, Marsha Ambrosius, Floetry, Bilal, Carmen Rodgers, Sy Smith, Zo, QTip, The Roots, Raphael Saadiq, N’Dambi, Common, Anthony David, Teedra Moses, Janelle Monae, Outkast, Jessie Boykins III, Oddisee, 9th Wonder, Flying Lotus, Jose James, Fertile Ground, Peven Everett & more..
MUSIC POLICY:
Neo-Soul, Down-tempo Nu Soul, new music, Neo-Soul favourites & related music all night.
Regarding NEO SOUL faves – expect to hear tunes like these:
The next NS1S events after this July 2nd was the last NS1S at the previous venue – details of our new venue and dates to follow, thanks as ever for your attendance.
For all enquiries & to book tables & private function room for free – please email: keepthefaithful.com
“NEOSOUL1st SATURDAYs”: – SAT JUNE 4th 2011, ft. Mishal Moore Live, 8pm-1am at MADAM CHI, 187 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 1RQ, Nearest Transport: Highbury & Islington tube & train. Entrance: £Free before 8pm, £5 after 8pm,….. FREE WI-FI & TABLE BOOKINGS – to book / all enquires: email keepthefaithful@gmail.com , MUSIC POLICY: Neo-Soul, down-tempo Nu-Soul & related music all night. NEOSOUL1stSATURDAYs ‘NS1S’ – London’s longest running Neo-Soul night, formerly NS3Fs. General info at: http://www.keepthefaithful.com/ , http://www.keepthefaithevents.com/ , http://www.twitter.com/keepthefaithful , http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141321709271206
FULL EVENT INFO:
~ “NEOSOUL1stSATURDAYs” ~ ‘NS1S’ ~ London’s longest running Neo-Soul night ~ formerly “NeoSoul3rdFridays” – JUNE 4th ft MISHAL MOORE live (Kenny Dope NYC Studios Artiste)
DATES: Sat June 4th, Sat July 2nd, Sat Aug 6th 2011 & every 1st Saturday of each month til further notice.
VENUE & ADDRESS:
Madam Chi
187 Upper Street,
Islington,
London
N1 1RQ
LANDMARKS:
Close to Hope & Anchor pub & Islington Town Hall.
TRANSPORT:
Highbury & Islington Tube Station is 5 mins walk
Buses 19, 43 and 4
PARKING:
Off street parking in surrounding streets after restrictions end.
PRICE:
Free before 8pm, £5 after 8pm
TIMES:
8pm-1am
(Music event starts at 8pm, the bar is open all day & before 8pm)
DRINKS & FOOD:
A wide range of coffee’s, juices, wines, beers and champagnes including organic & fair trade goods.
A range of organic cakes, snacks & truffles also.
FREE WI-FI , TABLE RESERVATIONS & PRIVATE FUNCTION ROOM HIRE:
Wi-Fi is free to use for all customers, tables reservations, private use of the function room & birthday/ special occasion bookings are also free to book – email for more details: keepthefaithful@gmail.com Hiring the private function room for no charge makes it 1 of the cheapest you will find in Central London.
EVENT SCENARIO:
“NEOSOUL1stSATURDAYs” (‘NS1S’), formerly “NEOSOUL3rdFRIDAYs (‘NS3Fs’) – London’s longest running Neo-Soul night featuring Neo-Soul & down-tempo Nu Soul all night. There was a need to create this night at this point in time in London due to the feedback we got from attendees who found no where else was playing large amounts of this music on the weekends in London. This event is very much a labour of love & as with all niche & specialist music nights – it requires your support through attendance to keep happening.
NS1S is part of Keep The Faith’s Groove Lineage Eclectic Soul night. DJ Paul Aaaron on decks with occasional guests & release parties for previous artists such as Erykah Badu, Dwele, The Foreign Exchange, Eric Roberson as part of this night.
Expect to hear artists like: Erykah Badu, Dwele, J Dilla, Eric Roberson, F.E., D’Angelo, Maxwell, Angie Stone, Musiq Soulchild, Omar, Marsha Ambrosius, Floetry, Bilal, Carmen Rodgers, Sy Smith, Zo, QTip, The Roots, Raphael Saadiq, N’Dambi, Common, Anthony David, Teedra Moses, Janelle Monae, Outkast, Jessie Boykins III, Oddisee, 9th Wonder, Flying Lotus, Jose James, Fertile Ground, Peven Everett & more..
MUSIC POLICY:
Neo-Soul, Down-tempo Nu Soul, new music, Neo-Soul favourites, Julie Dexter’s new album & related music all night.
Sat June 4th 2011 ‘NS1S’ features MISHAL MOORE from Kenny Dope’s NYC studio Live
About MISHAL MOORE: NYC based Singer/songwriter Mishal Moore and her band, The Fantastic Souls, spent 2010 performing to audiences across the east coast of America. From ‘spotlight’ performances such as Musikfest (in Bethlehem, PA), to opening for artists such as Zee Avi. Garnering critical acclaim for her live performances at some of New York’s legendary venues such as The Knitting Factory, SOB’s, Living Room and Arlene’s grocery (to name a few), Mishal has received dynamic responses.
Mishal is currently preparing for her album release. Her third, highly anticipated album ‘Bleed Out’ is due for release under Strictly Rhythm/Warner/Ill Friction Records in June 2011. It was produced by 2010/2011 grammy nominated Kenny Dope and features her singles, ‘It Ain’t Over’ and ‘Oh Lord’, which was licensed by Vanity Fair in their 2010 promotion of the Oscars. Be sure to catch Mishal on this first European tour of her new album “Bleed Out”
MISHAL MOORE Youtube Clips:
Mishal Moore “A Fool” (R2B Remix):
Mishal Moore “Oh Lord” (Original Mix):
Regarding NEO SOUL faves – expect to hear tunes like these:
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