Shows and Tickets

Showtimes: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. CRUZ The Dame is a rising recording artist and songwriter celebrated for her genre-defying music that blends the essence of old soul with a fresh, contemporary sound. On Saturday, August 16th, The Velvet Note turns up the heat with the arrival of Cruz […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! 7:30! Atlanta’s blues scene just got a major upgrade, and you don’t want to miss it. Introducing The ATL BluesCartel, a powerhouse collaboration between two of the city’s most exciting blues artists: Garrett Collins of the Garrett Collins Project, and Cannonball Red of […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! 7:30! Atlanta’s blues scene just got a major upgrade, and you don’t want to miss it. Introducing The ATL BluesCartel, a powerhouse collaboration between two of the city’s most exciting blues artists: Garrett Collins of the Garrett Collins Project, and Cannonball Red of […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. “Timeless: A Soulful Evening of Classic Duets starring American Idol’s LaToya London & Eric Moore” LaToya London is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to national prominence as a finalist on Season 3 of American Idol in 2004. Hailing from Oakland, California, […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! 7:30! Atlanta’s blues scene just got a major upgrade, and you don’t want to miss it. Introducing The ATL BluesCartel, a powerhouse collaboration between two of the city’s most exciting blues artists: Garrett Collins of the Garrett Collins Project, and Cannonball Red of […]

We are taking a break as we get ready for the big shows this weekend. Open Mic Jam will return next Thursday, so mark your calendar and get your tickets!

Friday and Saturday SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. As you know, The Velvet Note just celebrated 13 years, and we are pleased to bring you our annual celebration of Earth, Wind and Fire! It’s one of two extra-special events we’ve been working on, just for you. We hope you’ll […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. This weekend, The Velvet Note is proud to welcome two extraordinary voices in the blues tradition. Guitarist and singer Albert White, a cornerstone of the Atlanta blues scene, brings a lifetime of music to the stage. Having played with icons like Piano […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30P AND 9:30P. Tall, charismatic and soulful Cole Downing’s nomadic approach to life has led to exciting roles from performer to actor to stunt double, but there’s none he loves ore than being around music and musicians. Cole says, “My approach to music is deeply […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30. Music, the universal language that bridges gaps and enriches lives, finds its purest expression in the artistry of Dwan Bosman. Born into a legacy of sound, his journey into music began even before his first breath. With Jazz as the heartbeat of […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:30P & 8:30P. — ALL AGES WELCOMED– The Velvet Note spotlights the electrifying talent of Ben Flournoy, a rising star in the blues and soul tradition. With roots that run deep in the Southern soundscape, Flournoy brings a fiery blend of guitar mastery, gritty vocals, and […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

Encore Performance on November 21st! Band Adu was created in 2019 by founder and lead vocalist, Jamila Sampson. The spirit of universal connection through music gives her a sense of love and passion while celebrating Sade’s artistry and style.  The music gives you a feeling of […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Kayte Burgess brings a lush, soul-steeped voice and effortless poise to The Velvet Note on Saturday, September 13th. A seasoned vocalist with deep roots in jazz, R&B, and gospel, she blends satin phrasing with unshakable groove, shaping each lyric into a conversation—intimate, […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00. David Pippin is not only an acclaimed guitarist and bandleader in the Atlanta blues scene but also an educator and mentor through his creation of the Pippin Music Academy in Carrollton—a venture he calls “a game changer,” as teaching everything from guitar to piano and […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Nijah Poteat is a professional singer-songwriter based in Atlanta, Georgia. Originally from North Carolina, she studied music and creative writing at the UNC Chapel Hill, class of 2024. Her love for singing and the arts is a family inheritance, passed down from […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Brass. Funk. Soul. The Soda City Brass Band delivers. Expect tradition. Demand funk. They bring the energy. You bring the dancing. Get tickets. Do not miss it. Experience the spirit of New Orleans, live in  Soda City. Led by nationally recognized jazz trumpeter Mark Rapp, […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00. SHOWTIME: 7:00PM. Byron Henry Rose is a gifted vocalist and songwriter whose warm tone, impeccable phrasing, and soulful delivery have captivated audiences across the Southeast. Steeped in the traditions of jazz, blues, R&B, and gospel, Byron brings a fresh sensibility to every […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Acoustic Soul is a seasoned R&B act that has graced stages with many professional industry artists over the last decade. They’ve played with re-nowned musicians from around the world with a delicate approach to a well rounded playing style. Influenced by legendary […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Drummer Bernard Linnette is a force of nature behind the kit, blending precision, groove, and creativity in every performance. With roots in both jazz and R&B, he has built a reputation for his ability to drive a band with thunderous power while also bringing […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Soulful alto saxophonist and flautist David Lee Jones was the last saxophonist to tour with the iconic Phyllis Hyman before her untimely death. Born and raised in Houston, TX, he attended Texas Southern University, then Berklee College of Music in Boston, where […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Led by guitarist Jose Guzman, The Collective compositions reflect Guzman’s musical heritage with rhythms from Puerto Rico mixed with the sophistication of modern jazz. The ensemble’s third album, “Fiesta at Caroga,” has been making waves in the jazz world. It’s been featured […]

ONE SHOWTIME: 7:00PM Frankie’s Blues Mission is an Atlanta-based roots ensemble fronted by guitarist and vocalist Frank “Frankie Lee” Robinson. A South Georgia native with decades of musical experience, Frankie has shared the stage with notable blues and gospel figures such as Detroit Junior, “Chicago” Bob Nelson, […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Singer/songwriter Tony Hightower returns to The Velvet Note for an evening that slips effortlessly from velvet croon to swing and soul—exactly the kind of intimate, musically rich night our room was built for. A regularly featured artist on our stage, Tony is […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. The Nat George Group brings the timeless music of the legendary Al Jarreau to life with passion, precision, and soul. Al Jarreau (1940–2017) was a seven-time Grammy Award–winning vocalist celebrated for his unmatched versatility across jazz, pop, and R&B. With a career […]

SHOWTIME: 7:00PM. Byron Henry Rose is a gifted vocalist and songwriter whose warm tone, impeccable phrasing, and soulful delivery have captivated audiences across the Southeast. Steeped in the traditions of jazz, blues, R&B, and gospel, Byron brings a fresh sensibility to every performance—effortlessly blending timeless standards […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM & 9:30PM. Longineu Warren Parsons II is a highly accomplished and versatile musician whose life has been shaped by a deep love of both jazz and classical traditions. A classically trained trumpeter, he holds degrees in music and composition (including advanced […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00 – 9:00. 2025 Atlanta Blues Challenge Winners BLUE VELVET is an electrifying all-woman band that blends soulful vocals, fiery instrumental interplay, and a bold stage presence to create a sound that is both fresh and timeless. Formed by a group of powerhouse […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of Contemporary Jazz and World Fusion as the acclaimed Bill Hart Band takes the stage with their electrifying, masterful sound. Led by the renowned guitarist and author, this band delivers complex compositions and sizzling improvisations that will thrill both jazz […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the Grammy-nominated talent of saxophonist and composer Reggie Hines, whose soulful sound has graced the stage with legends from Stevie Wonder to Chaka Khan. Join us for a powerful evening of jazz fused with elements of funk and R&B, delivered with […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

Spellbinding vocals meet velvet-smooth music this Halloween as internationally acclaimed songstress Toni Redd and the velvet-voiced Leonard Julien III light up The Velvet Note for a night of soulful chills and thrilling grooves. Slip into your sharpest Halloween fashion and let this powerhouse duo cast a […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the authentic heartbeat of Afro-Cuban jazz as Legendary Drummer Calixto Oviedo, the pioneering force behind the “Timba” sound, graces The Velvet Note’s stage for a night of masterful, complex percussion and thrilling Latin jazz. SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm & 9:30pm

DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM. ONE SHOW ONLY AT 7PM UNTIL 8:30PM. Freddie B. Eckstine is a vocalist based in Stone Mountain, Georgia, known for his rich baritone voice and versatility across jazz and blues. Born and raised in Chicago, he made his name with soulful, smooth stylings […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the explosive new duo The Fox & The Dame, uniting America’s “Southern Siren” Cruz The Dame with Scotland’s award-winning rocker Luke La Volpe. This is a rare Georgia debut, blending vintage gospel-rooted R&B with smoky, blues-infused rock for a soul-stirring, cinematic […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. International jazz and classical soloist Dr. Ken Trimmins, whose powerful trumpet has been featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, brings his acclaimed quartet to The Velvet Note. Experience a night of masterful, contemporary jazz delivered with world-class precision and soulful […]

SHOWTIME: 7:30PM. Charismatic blues singer and guitarist Cole Downing brings his deeply soulful and nomadic spirit to The Velvet Note for a special Sunday evening. Join us for a communal music experience dedicated to the “hidden gems” of the blues, breathing new life into timeless tracks […]

Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our house band, including host […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Award-winning vocalist Kathy Kosins brings her singular, soulful sound to The Velvet Note for an unforgettable night at the intersection of jazz and soul. Backed by an elite trio of Atlanta’s own Billboard-charting artists, Kosins will perform her chart-topping hits with flawless […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00PM. “It’s Mz Connie Y’all, the Soultress!” Get ready for an outrageous, sassy, and soulful ALL BLUES show from a seasoned queen of the industry. Backed by her powerhouse band, The Ryderz, Mz Connie brings over 37 years of experience and her mesmerizing […]