Harlem's extraordinary live soul music series ushers in the fall season at Harlem Nights on Friday, September 30th, with special performances by emerging Latin R&B sensation from Queens, Urban Kelz (aka #Kelby), the sultry Afro-Latin, Pop/Soul singer/songwriter and model from The Bronx,Isa, and American Idol competitor Kola Rai.
This show is FREE w/ RSVP: http://goo.gl/ltaJQz
Space is limited, and admittance is on a first come, first served basis, so early arrival is suggested.
Hosted by afrobeats/hip hop maestro Ayoinmotion, #UptownSoulLoungehas made its name for bridging the gap between generations, blurring lines in the soul spectrum, and forging Harlem's new hotbed for remarkable emerging talent in soul from around the world.
MORE ABOUT KELBY:
On the heels of his stellar opening performance for Rotimi (of the sensational STARZ TV series, 'Power') at SOB's, Kelby brings his blend of contemporary R&B with Latin roots to the Harlem Nights stage in support of his recent summer release 'You're Welcome.' Featuring production by Grammy-nominated producers K-Quick and SamTrax, the eight-track EP is laced with a combination of sutlry bedroom jams and urban pop.
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MORE ABOUT ISA:
The granddaughter of famed Cuban vocalist and actress Isaura Mendoza, Isa (born Isa Marina Lopez) is an extraordinarily talented Bronx-born singer, songwriter, and model who has earned rightful comparisons to Alicia Keys, Selena, and Aaliyah. Isa's music is reflective of her multi-faceted personality, soulful roots, edgy exterior, and overpowering vocal ability (she's a trained Dramatic Soprano with a range spanning from D3 to D6).
Inspired by the legendary Maria Callas' performance in Puccini’s Tosca, Isa, at the age of 14, enrolled at The Marianela Sanchez School of Music in the Dominican Republic, where she was classically trained and mentored by celebrated Lyric Soprano, Marianela Sanchez.
Her debut EP Montage takes on contemporary pop music. After graduating college Isa joined forces with a local production team for the hit "Higher." Now training with New York Vocal Coaching director David McCall, Isa is prepping the release of her sophomore project 'Mirrors' Volume I.
Her debut EP Montage takes on contemporary pop music. After graduating college Isa joined forces with a local production team for the hit "Higher." Now training with New York Vocal Coaching director David McCall, Isa is prepping the release of her sophomore project 'Mirrors' Volume I.
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Taking a page from the greats such as Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, and Tina Turner, Kola Rai exudes mounds of emotion with her vocal range, and stirring blend of soulful pop, hip hop and r&b. The multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and dnacer was an American Idol finalist and has swept talent competitions across the Tri-State area, leaving fervent standing ovations in the wake of her performances.