A Black Music Month Exclusive: The Lady's Night Soul Tribute

Soul Alliance Voices
featuring Brika De Tar, Ruby Jones, Claire Newrones, and Madison Rose
with special guests The Free Tones Band

Featuring:
Javon Carter, lead vocals
Justin Calhoun, drums
Kenton Davey, piano
Russ Garlow, bass
Miguel Hernandez, lead guitar
Ryan Visser, saxophone

Friday, June 20
Doors at 7:00 PM
Music at 8:00 PM

Tickets
General Admission: $22
Preferred Seating: $27
VIP Preferred Seating + Dinner: $45

VIP Dinner Includes Choice of:
Bourbon St. Chicken or Cajun Smoked Pork
served with Southern-style green beans and 7 Cheese Creole Mac

This special one-of-a-kind showcase celebrates the artists and music of legendary and contemporary female vocalists who helped define Soul and R&B. From Chaka Khan to Sade, Janet Jackson to Alicia Keys, Ledisi and more, this evening honors generations of unforgettable music and artistry.

Presented during Black Music Month, the night highlights the passion, creativity, and vocal excellence of some of Portland’s standout performers while supporting the community-focused work of Elevate Unity and Alberta Abbey.

This all-female vocal lineup features the dynamic duo Brika De Tar and Claire Newrones of Onyx Soul, Madison Rose of the Sade tribute band Paradise, and Ruby Jones, soulful vocalist known for her work alongside jazz legend Eldon T. Jones.

Backed by The Free Tones Band, audiences can expect an evening of timeless songs, smooth harmonies, powerful performances, and music spanning the last five generations of Soul and R&B.

Whether you’re coming for the music, the community, or the food and cocktails, this promises to be an unforgettable night celebrating local talent and the enduring impact of Black music.

Get your tickets early and join us for an inspiring evening of music and connection.

Singer/Songwriter

Brika began her singing career over 15 years ago, performing in various venues throughout the Nashville music scene as well as in Portland, OR, appearing at festivals and venues throughout both regions.

Brika’s vocal vibe is fashioned from the world of R&B, neo soul, jazz, and the genres we all love most. She has undeniable energy, with a sultry and transparent vocal vision on life and love that will take you on a much-needed musical journey.

She has dedicated herself to creating an atmosphere in which you can feel the vulnerability of her soul’s deep love for the art of music from the first to the last note she sings.

Lead Vocalist

Claire is new to the Portland music scene, but is no stranger to singing and performing.

She grew up singing at various competitions, county fairs, and as part of various performance and travel groups. Most recently, she spent two years in a college singing group that performed throughout Southern California and New York City.

Claire’s vocal style is inspired by the world of R&B, soul, and pop, and her love and passion for music and people is apparent every time she performs.

Lead Vocalist

Known affectionately as Maddie, this breakout talent is a passionate Portland-born and based vocalist.

Madison is classically trained with jazz influences, and loves gospel and neo soul. Starting her career as a background vocalist, she has performed with several incredible choral groups and for events like the Nike Sneaker Ball.

Her new project and band, “Paradise,” is the hot new show-stopping Sade tribute unit. She's selling out shows, including the first two venues she's debuted at: Alberta Abbey and The 1905.

Her style is infectious, so keep your ears and eyes on this lady. Follow the journey, big things are coming.

Ruby Jones, known as Ruby Blue, is a Portland-based vocalist blending soul, jazz, gospel, and R&B. She began singing in church with her family and the Portland Metropolitan Youth Mass Choir, shaping her rich and expressive sound.

Now performing with the N Touch Band, Ruby has appeared across Portland and beyond, including the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival, Vanport Jazz Festival, and The Old Church Concert Hall. Her music reflects warmth, authenticity, and a deep connection to her roots.

The Free Tones are a Portland-based band formed in early 2024 by drummer Justin Calhoun, who wanted to create a group focused on making music with friends on their own terms. Rooted in funk and soul, the band describes itself as a “good time” band, bringing energy and joy to every performance.

The lineup features vocalist Sharif Iman, bassist Russ Garlow, keyboardist Kenton Davey, guitarist Miguel Hernandez, saxophonist Ryan Visser, and drummer Justin Calhoun.

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