Classic Soul, R&B and Funk Concerts @ *the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco *Except Jennifer Holliday @ Castro Theatre

PRESS RELEASE October 31, 2010 For Immediate Release Contact: Lisa Bautista of JFM Presents Social Media, Marketing & Publicity jfmpresents@gmail.com 510.967.1109

Classic Soul, R&B and Funk Concerts @ *the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco *Except Jennifer Holliday @ Castro Theatre the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (at Ellis) San Francisco, California 94102 www.therrazzroom.com Tickets Now Available via Vendini: 800.380.3095 High-res Photos Now Available: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jfmpresents/page2/ General Inquiries: 415.394.1189 (the RRazz room) kris@therrazzroom.com Media: Lisa Bautista, Entertainment Publicist 510.967.1109 jfmpresents@gmail.com Photo Used With Permission MICHAEL HENDERSON A Classic Soul and R&B Journey With Funk Stops Along The Way Thu-Fri, Nov 4-5, 8pm $40 Two drink minimum Vocalist/bassist Michael Henderson has enjoyed successful careers as a player and performer. As a 13-year-old, Henderson played bass with the Fantastic Four, Detroit Emeralds, Billy Preston, and other Motown acts in 1964 and 1965. He toured with Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin before joining Miles Davis. When he met drummer/producer Norman Connors, Henderson pitched him some songs, including "Valentine Love," which Norman Connors recorded on his Saturday Night Special LP, featuring Henderson with Jean Carne. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/michael_h.html Photo Credit: Corey Reese the RRazz room Concert Series at The Historic Castro Theatre Presents: JENNIFER HOLLIDAY One Night Only Fri, Nov 12, 8pm $29.50-79.50 Jennifer Holliday is a performer too multi-talented to be easily categorized. She is a Broadway legend, worshiped for her iconic, Tony Award winning performance as Effie White in Dreamgirls. She is an unparalleled R&B songstress who scored smash hits with classic tunes such as "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," "Hard Time for Lovers, and "Heart on the Line." Miss Holliday's concert is sure to be a thrilling experience for any fan who has been touched by any of Miss Holliday's many gifts. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 415.392.4400 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/JenniferH10B.html Photo Used With Permission RUBEN STUDDARD The Velvet Teddy Bear Live And Up Close Wed-Sat, Nov 17-20, 8pm; Sun, Nov 21, 7pm $40-45 Two drink minimum American Idol Season 2 Winner Ruben Studdard performs at the RRazz room Nov 17-20. Ruben's fourth album, Love IS (Hickory Records/19 Recordings/2009) was produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Love IS has been celebrated for its collection of love songs. Vibe says "The 'velvet teddy bear' can belt billowing love songs," and Entertainment Weekly called the album a "mix of crafty originals and sturdy covers." See the "Velvet Teddy Bear" live and up close at San Francisco's premiere nightclub. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/RubenS.html Photo Credit: 510 media LENNY WILLIAMS The Most Distinctive Voice In Contemporary Music Thu, Dec 9, 8pm $35 ($45 Limited VIP) Two drink minimum California native Lenny Williams possesses one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music. With his rich, passionate vocal style, he is rightfully regarded as one of R & B's most influential soul men. Williams began his musical career making records that have subsequently become R & B and Pop classics, tunes like the mega-hit "Cause I love You" (recorded on his solo album), "You're Still A Young Man," "So Very Hard To Go" and "What Is Hip" (lead vocalist with Tower of Power 1972-1974). the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/LennyW10.html Photo Credit: Robert Sobrenome ConFunkShun Featuring MICHAEL COOPER Holiday Funk And Fun! Wed-Thu, Dec 15-16, 8pm; Fri-Sat, Dec 17-18, 7pm & 10pm; Sun, Dec 19, 7pm $35-37.50 Two drink minimum Beginning in 1976, Con Funk Shun released eleven albums over a span of ten years. The group's 1977 LP, Secrets, was certified gold in the US, as were 1978's Loveshine, 1979's Candy, and 1980's Spirit of Love. They scored a string of top ten hits on the Billboard black singles chart, including 1977's "Ffun" (#1), 1978's "Shake and Dance with Me" (#5), and 1979's "Chase Me" (#4). Con Funk Shun continues to receive airplay on US soul radio stations. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/Confunkshun10.html Photo Credit: Gulnara Khamatova KIM NALLEY Let the Good Times Roll Sun, Dec 26, 7pm Wed-Thu, Dec 29-30, 8pm Fri, Dec 31, 7:30pm & 10:30pm Sat, Jan 1, 8pm Sun, Jan 2, 7pm $32.50-35 Two drink minimum Special New Years Eve Seating: $60 - 7:30pm $135 - 10:30pm (includes party favors, champagne toast at midnight, countdown to 2011 and post show buffet) If you are not in a bon ton roulette frame of mind, then you've come to the wrong show, because feisty songstress Kim Nalley gives a jazz/blues thrill to New Years Eve that few performers can match, in the Bay Area or anywhere. San Francisco Chronicle says she has "pipes to burns and works the stage like she means it." A powerful blues singer, a jazz stylist who can put her stamp on American songbook standards, a soul drenched vintage R&B master, Nalley defies all categorization. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/KimN10B.html Photo Used With Permission THE THREE DEGREES The When Will I See You Again Tour Thurs-Sat, Jan 6-8, 8pm; Sun, Jan 9, 7pm $40-42.50 Two drink minimum The longest running female group in history, The Three Degrees -- Helen Scott, Valerie Holiday and Cynthia Garrison -- are known for their soulful voices, beautiful gowns, and fabulous stage shows. They are respected all around the world for songs like "When Will I See You Again," "Dirty Ol' Man," and "Take Good Care Of Yourself." They have been continuously touring for more than 30 years and still love performing for their loyal fans. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/ThreeD10.html Photo Credit: Jenny Risher MARTHA REEVES Queen Of Motown Tue-Sat, Jan 11-15, 8pm; Sun, Jan 16, 7pm $40-45 Two drink minimum In January, Motown legend Martha Reeves -- lead singer of the Motown girl group Martha and the Vandellas -- makes a triumphant return to the RRazz room following major tours in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Reeves will present an up close and personal show of her hits, along with jazz, blues and gospel selections. Although Reeves is best known for her hard-hitting, uptempo songs, some of the best moments of her shows are softer numbers like Ellington's "Mood Indigo" or fan favorite "A Love Like Yours. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/10Artist/MarthaR10.html Photo Used With Permission ASHFORD & SIMPSON Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing Tue-Fri, Mar 29 - Apr 1, 8pm; Sat, Apr 2, 7 & 9:30pm; Sun, Apr 3, 7pm $47.50-55 Two drink minimum They wrote songs for countless R&B legends, from Ray Charles to Diana Ross. They put the fire in Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's classic duets, "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and "You're All I Need to Get By." The songwriting team of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson is a partnership of love that's produced some of the greatest romantic works of the '60s and '70s, and this special intimate engagement at the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco will make your heart skip a beat. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/11Artist/ashford.html Photo Credit: Used With Permission (Edna Wright & Honey Cone) Jon Abevta (Merry Clayton) EDNA WRIGHT & Honeycone and MERRY CLAYTON Wants Ads Meets Gimme Shelter Thu-Sun, Apr 7-10, 7:30pm $40-42.50 Two drink minimum Legendary vocalist Edna Wright brings the soul sound of Honey Cone in a new show celebrating the best of classic R&B. The show will consist of such Honey Cone hits as "Girls, It Ain't Easy" & the unforgettable #1 smash "Want Ads." Legendary vocalist Merry Clayton is delighted to bring her new show to SF. She will perform all of her greatest hits and fan favorites, including selections from her albums Gimme Shelter (Ode Records, 1970) and Keep Your Eye on the Sparrow (Ode Records, 1975). the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/11Artist/honey_cone.html Photo Credit: Alan Mercer MARLENA SHAW & HER TRIO California Soul For The Holidays... Thu-Fri, Dec 1-2, 8pm; Sat, Dec 3, 7 & 9:15pm; Sun, Dec 4, 7pm $35-40 Two drink minimum While everyone agrees that Marlena Shaw is a national treasure, it's difficult to categorize her. Both Downbeat and Record World have named her "Best Female Singer," and many have compared her range, class and swing that of to eternal jazz lights like Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington, and Nancy Wilson. But she's also been called a "soul legend," both before and after her successful detour into disco. Given her 40-year boundary-busting career, such labeling confusion is inevitable. the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, CA 94102 Info: 415.394.1189 Tickets: 800.380.3095 or online: http://www.therrazzroom.com/11Artist/marlena_s.html The RRazz room at Hotel Nikko is San Francisco's premiere nightclub, offering the finest in world-class Cabaret, Jazz, Comedy and Popular music entertainment. This intimate and acoustically perfect venue has been the home for past performers such as: Ashford & Simpson, Oleta Adams, Larry Carlton, Bobby Caldwell, Spyro Gyra, Hiroshima, Diane Schuur, Ben Vereen, Martha Reeves, Miki Howard, The Zapp Band, ConFunkShun, Pete Escovedo, Freda Payne, Sally Kellerman, Lil' Kim, Angela Bofill, Australia's Thunder From Down Under, Taylor Hicks, Marlena Shaw, Mary Wilson, Janis Paige, Stefanie Powers, Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, Dame Cleo Laine and Jacqui Dankworth. Host-escorted seating assigned on a first come, first serve basis. Doors open 90 minutes prior to show. The Rrazz Room is a two-drink minimum, all-ages venue, and tickets are non-refundable. Limited Club R VIP Memberships available: 415.394.1189 or Kris@TheRrazzRoom.com Additional helpful information: the RRazz room Bar is open daily at 2pm. Dress Code is upscale casual. Inappropriate attire is: ripped jeans, flip-flops, baseball caps and jerseys. No audio nor video recording without prior approval. Please silence cell phones and refrain from use during performances. With a RRazz Room validation, parking at the Mason O'Farrell Garage is $12 (up to five hours). Enter the garage from Mason or O'Farrell Streets. Media Contact: Lisa Bautista of JFM Presents Social Media, Marketing and Publicity 510.967.1109 jfmpresents@gmail.com # # #