Valerie Simpson News

Two-time GRAMMY Award winner Common, hip-hop innovator Grandmaster Flash, GRAMMY winner Lupe Fiasco, two-time GRAMMY winner LL COOL J, GRAMMY-winning hip-hop artist Melle Mel, rap star Rick Ross and rapper Scorpio will join together for a special performance of 'The Message,' on THE GRAMMY NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! - COUNTDOWN TO MUSIC'S BIGGEST NIGHT. The special will be broadcast live from the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE on Wednesday, Nov. 30 (10:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.

The most soulful night in entertainment has upped the ante for all things peace, love, and soul at the 2011 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS taping on Thursday, November 17 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA.

Valerie Simpson (of the hit songwriting/performing duo Ashford and Simpson) and Mike Stoller (of the GRAMMY-winning songwriting team Leiber & Stoller) - both of whom lost their longtime songwriting partners (Nick Ashford and Jerry Leiber) this past year - will join previously announced seven-time GRAMMY winner Usher in a moving tribute to songwriters on 'The GRAMMY Nominations Concert Live!! - Countdown To Music's Biggest Night'(www.grammy.com).

Valerie Simpson (of the hit songwriting/performing duo Ashford & Simpson) and Mike Stoller (of the GRAMMY®-winning songwriting team Leiber & Stoller) - both of whom lost their longtime songwriting partners this past year (Nick Ashford and Jerry Leiber) - will join previously announced seven-time GRAMMY winner Usher in a moving tribute to songwriters on THE GRAMMY NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! - COUNTDOWN TO MUSIC'S BIGGEST NIGHT®.

The most soulful night in entertainment has upped the ante for all things peace, love, and soul at the 2011 SOUL TRAIN AWARDS taping on Thursday, November 17 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA.

Multi-award winning lyricist Hal David will be honored with a musical tribute, in celebration of his 90th birthday, Monday, October 17, at the Music Center of Los Angeles County. 'Love, Sweet Love' features a star-studded evening of music and dining, benefitting The Blue Ribbon of the Music Center and The ASCAP Foundation. Paul Williams will emcee.

Multi-award winning lyricist Hal David will be honored with a musical tribute, in celebration of his 90th birthday, Monday, October 17, at the Music Center of Los Angeles County. 'Love, Sweet Love' features a star-studded evening of music and dining, benefitting The Blue Ribbon of the Music Center and The ASCAP Foundation. Paul Williams will emcee.

Jane Stuart will be performing at Shanghai Jazz on Thursday, September 1st from 7:30 - 9:30pm for 2 sets.

the RRAZZ room at Hotel Nikko is San Francisco's premier nightclub, offering the finest in world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret entertainment.

The RRazz room at Hotel Nikko is San Francisco's premiere nightclub, offering the finest in world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret 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, Con Funk Shun, Pete Escovedo feat. Juan & Peter Michael Escovedo, Freda Payne, Cloris Leachman, Sally Kellerman, Kenny G, Lil' Kim, The Angela Bofill Experience, Australia's Thunder From Down Under, All-4-One, Taylor Hicks, Marlena Shaw, Mary Wilson, Janis Paige, Mark Curry, Stefanie Powers, Davy Jones, Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, Dame Cleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth, Keiko Matsui, Ruben Studdard, Eddie Money, David Campbell, Barb Jungr, Lenny Williams, Paula West and Kim Nalley. 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.

In the video below, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES' Terry Lavell sings Nicholas Ashford & Valerie Simpson's 'Born This Way' from INVISIBLE LIFE. Click below to check it out!

Last night, March 18, Dame Edna and Michael Feinstein opened their new Broadway collaboration, ALL ABOUT ME, at the new Henry Miller's Theatre and BroadwayWorld.com was there!

Last night, March 18, Dame Edna and Michael Feinstein opened their new Broadway collaboration, ALL ABOUT ME, at the new Henry Miller's Theatre and BroadwayWorld.com was there!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater launched its New York season on December 2nd with an Opening Night Gala Benefit celebrating Judith Jamison's 20th year as Artistic Director.

R&B legends Ashford and Simpson return to the Rrazz Room, Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason, SF, Tuesday November 3 through Sunday, November 15. Tickets are $47.50-$55 and can be purchased at www.therrazzroom.com, directly through www.ticketweb.com or 866 468 3399. Last year's shows sold out.

R&B legends Ashford and Simpson return to the Rrazz Room, Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason, SF, Tuesday November 3 through Sunday, November 15. Tickets are $47.50-$55 and can be purchased at www.therrazzroom.com, directly through www.ticketweb.com or 866 468 3399. Last year's shows sold out.

R&B legends Ashford and Simpson return to the Rrazz Room, Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason, SF, Tuesday November 3 through Sunday, November 15. Tickets are $47.50-$55 and can be purchased at www.therrazzroom.com, directly through www.ticketweb.com or 866 468 3399. Last year's shows sold out.

On Monday, April 27, at 7:00pm in Carnegie Hall, The New York Pops honored Feinstein's at Loews Regency on its tenth anniversary and congratulates Michael Feinstein and Jonathan Tisch for leading this great New York institution.

Love is in the air this Valentine's Weekend, thanks to legendary vocalist Al Jarreau and R&B legends Ashford and Simpson! Listen as Jarreau performs some of his most cherished romantic melodies, including 'Ain't No Sunshine', 'We're In This Love Together' and tracks from his 2008 release 'Love Songs'. Enjoy the timeless love-spun hits of Ashford and Simpson, including 'Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing' and 'Reach Out And Touch Somebody's Hand'. Your sweetheart will swoon at this one-night-only event. Al Jarreau's unique vocal style is one of the world's most precious treasures. His innovative musical expressions have made him one of the most exciting and critically acclaimed performers of our time with seven Grammy Awards, scores of international music awards and popular accolades worldwide. In March 2001 Al Jarreau received his own Star on the 'Hollywood Walk of Fame', commemorating his status as one of the best singers of his generation. More recently, Jarreau received two Grammy? wins in 2007: Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance, for 'God Bless The Child' feat. Jill Scott, and Best Pop Instrumental for 'Mornin'. He is the only vocalist in history to receive Grammy Awards in three different categories (jazz, pop, and R&B). During the summer of 2008, Jarreau helped the Playboy Jazz Festival celebrate its 30-year anniversary, headlining the festival's opening night on June 14 in Los Angeles. His next big performance is just for you, right here in New York City at the NOKIA Theatre Time Square. Let Al help you to show the one you love a Valentine's night he/she will never forget.

Love is in the air this Valentine's Weekend, thanks to legendary vocalist Al Jarreau and R&B legends Ashford and Simpson! Listen as Jarreau performs some of his most cherished romantic melodies, including 'Ain't No Sunshine', 'We're In This Love Together' and tracks from his 2008 release 'Love Songs'. Enjoy the timeless love-spun hits of Ashford and Simpson, including 'Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing' and 'Reach Out And Touch Somebody's Hand'. Your sweetheart will swoon at this one-night-only event. Al Jarreau's unique vocal style is one of the world's most precious treasures. His innovative musical expressions have made him one of the most exciting and critically acclaimed performers of our time with seven Grammy Awards, scores of international music awards and popular accolades worldwide. In March 2001 Al Jarreau received his own Star on the 'Hollywood Walk of Fame', commemorating his status as one of the best singers of his generation. More recently, Jarreau received two Grammy? wins in 2007: Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance, for 'God Bless The Child' feat. Jill Scott, and Best Pop Instrumental for 'Mornin'. He is the only vocalist in history to receive Grammy Awards in three different categories (jazz, pop, and R&B). During the summer of 2008, Jarreau helped the Playboy Jazz Festival celebrate its 30-year anniversary, headlining the festival's opening night on June 14 in Los Angeles. His next big performance is just for you, right here in New York City at the NOKIA Theatre Time Square. Let Al help you to show the one you love a Valentine's night he/she will never forget.