Singer/Songwriter Spencer Day Returns to the Rrazz Room 9/8-20, Launches New CD

Singer and songwriter Spencer Day returns to The Rrazz Room at The Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason, San Francisco from September 8-20. The shows celebrate his first CD release on Concord Jazz. Performances are at 8 PM Tuesday through Saturday with the Sunday shows at 7 PM. Tickets are $30-37.50 and can be purchased at www.therrazzroom.com or directly through ticketweb.com or at 866 468 3399.

Day, a uniquely American singer/songwriter, has been enjoying a remarkable musical career. The release of his much anticipated all original songs third CD, "Vagabond" is his most ambitious and accomplished musical endeavor to date. "Vagabond" spotlights his own distinctively expressive style of American contemporary music, a blend of jazz, pop, soul and folk, and reflects his own journey as a musical nomad. His writing in influenced by the Great American Songbook as well as by contemporary artists like Rufus Wainwright and Fiona Apple. His smooth baritone voice interprets his original compositions with compassion and a touch of humor. "Vagabond" sets the tone for the 21st-century American Songbook.

Spencer's easy-listening voice, versatile piano playing, unpretentious original compositions and charming personality have earned him acclaim from coast to coast. Born in Utah, Spencer was raised in rural Arizona by a single mom who is a music teacher, lyric soprano and a devotee of musical theater. A prolific composer and self-proclaimed perfectionist, Day has devoted himself to his career. Since he was a featured performer at the 2007 San Francisco Jazz Festival, he has been a perennial favorite in the Bay Area, headlining at the Rrazz Room and other local venues. In New York, Spencer received rave reviews and performed to enthusiastic audiences at the Town Hall, Joe's Pub, and the Canal Room.

Day's creativity also includes composing musical theater. In 2005, he collaborated with Rafe Chase on a full-length musical, "Someday, Love," which was performed at San Francisco's New Conservatory Theater. Spencer starred in the show in addition to writing its score. He has composed more than 60 tunes and recorded two well-received albums. His song, "Movie of Your Life," won San Francisco Academy of Art University's competition for best original song.

WHEN: Sept. 8-19 at 8 PM; Sep.t 13 and 20 at 7 PM
WHERE: The Rrazz Room, Hotel Nikko, 220 Mason St., SF
TICKETS: $30-$37.50
PHONE: 866 468 3399 or www.therrazzroom.com