Artz Underground Presents: For The Love of RnB

Join us For The Love of RnB on Saturday, February 15th at 7pm at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre!

For singles, friends, couples and throuples! Catch live performances from a stellar lineup of soulful artists, including Dreion, Ashanti Eva Davenport, Bia Javier, Jade Vanessa, Aric B. and more! Let their smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics set the perfect mood for this romantic and empowering night.

This is more than just a concert—it’s a celebration of love, connection, and the magic of live music. Don’t miss this incredible showcase of talent in an intimate, vibrant setting.

Tickets: $20 online | $25 at the door
Doors Open: 7 PM | Show Starts: 8 PM

Make your Valentine’s weekend special and join us for an evening to remember!

Introducing our artists of the evening....

DREION is an electrifying singer-songwriter, musician, producer and performing artist from Omaha, Nebraska.

He was a 4-Chair turn contestant on Season 26 of The Voice, a part of the very first TEAM SNOOP. He is a seasoned performer who has had the privilege of opening for and collaborating with iconic artists such as Earth, Wind & Fire,

Snoop Dogg, Musiq Soulchild, Lalah Hathaway, Bootsy Collins, and J. Ivy to name a few!

A survivor of the foster system turned activist, DREION seeks to use his traumatic experiences to impact generations internationally through the healing power of music and the art of live performance. His music can be best described as soulful, rhythmic, and nostalgic with a modern twist combining Inspirational, Gospel, Soul, Funk, and R&B genres in the likeness of his musical influences and heroes James Brown, Prince, Michael Jackson, and many more.

https://www.dreion.com https://www.instagram.com/dreionation

ASHANTI EVA DAVENPORT - Boston and New England music awards nominated R&B/ soul songstress, is living her purpose through music. With sultry, soulful vocals, inspirational lyrics and powerful, spiritual stage presence, Ashanti Eva achieves her purpose by inspiring listeners across the globe to follow their own life passions and reach enlightenment.

Quoted on Boston Neighborhood Network's Farenhight TV... ‘A voice that not only gains your attention, but soothes your soul’.

Seen perfoming at Fenway Park, The Sinclair, Big Night Live, The Wang Theatre, and PVD Fest. Ashanti Eva Davenport is a educator, spiritual leader, event curator, performing and recording artist and all around creative soul.

“Speak from your soul, take on this destiny you’re in control. You got the key, unlock your mind, set creative flow free”. – Lyrics from “Vibe” off Ashanti Eva's debut EP "Letters to Self".

Stay tuned for her newest project "Ashanti Eva Isis Juanita Davenport" THE ALBUM dropping April 17th 2025.

https://www.evadavenportmusic.com https://www.instagram.com/lyricsbyeva

BIA JAVIER is an emerging singer-songwriter from Lawrence, MA, who fuses R&B with Latin music to celebrate her Dominican roots and pay homage to her love of R&B. Using her life experience and perspective, she writes vulnerable, honest, and joyful lyrics that appeal to many listeners. She creates music using her bilingualism in English and Spanish to introduce listeners to a Caribbean ambiance while connecting with people from all backgrounds. Her passion for music propelled her to study at Berklee College of Music, where she also received the Berklee City Music Scholarship. Her works have been featured on various blogs and media outlets such as Telemundo, BuzzMusic LA, Spark FM, Major Stage, and Sofar Sounds. Her most recent performance was at the Boston's Art & Music Soul BAMS 2024 Festival, with performances by RAPSODY, BJ the Chicago Kid, and Xavier Omär. Biajavier wishes to pursue her artistry full-time, create more songs from her inner thoughts, and convert her reflections into heartfelt melodies and insightful lyrics.

https://biajaviermusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/biajavier

ARIC B. Flemming Jr., also known as Aric B. is a singer/songwriter, vocal arranger, and producer. He is an R&B performer with various vocal styles (including Jazz, Pop, Soul and Gospel), and a recording artist from Decatur, Georgia. He's also a renown speaker, Harvard grad, and holds a doctorate degree from New York Seminary. The grandson of a musical Pastor, Aric has been singing since the age of 5. Throughout his musical journey, he has recorded, written, trained, and collaborated with Grammy-winning Producers whose credits range from Beyonce, H.E.R, Alicia Keys, and Chris Brown, to Janelle Monae, Eric Bellinger, Ledisi, Brandy, Jay-Z, and Teyana Taylor.

Aric B. is currently working on several musical projects, including his own R&B debut, collaborating with local artists, and performing around Metro Boston and throughout the New England area! He likewise performs with Nightshift Entertainment, a New England based Corporate Band servicing weddings and private events. He was the National Anthem singer for the Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees Game at Fenway Park in June 2024. His most recent performances include artist features at Grace By Nia in the Boston Seaport, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Harvard University, Tufts University, Ashford and Simpson's Sugar Bar (NY), Union Church, and the world renown Boston Symphony Hall.

His latest project, a new R&B album titled THINGS NEVER SAID, is set to release on February 14, 2025.

https://aricbmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/aricbmusic

JADE VANESSA and JVDE multi disiplinary artist represents duality; the balance of nature. Every entity embodies the balance of dark and light, yin and yang, negative and positive, and so on. As a Gemini, the Twins, we understand this self-evident truth. JVDE reveals the dark as Jade Vanessa emanates the light. Openly, we are experiencing a human experience as a divine consciousness. We are the physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies. We are the Learner, the Teacher, the Writer, the Poet, the Philosopher, the Artist, the Creator, the Dancer, the Singer, the Instrument, the Energy... the Reflection. As a community, we are all light reflecting one another.
Young and wise, musically and lyrically inclined R&B artist, Jade Vanessa composes original and versatile sounds through life experiences, and aims to connect to her diverse audience solely by remaining true to herself and captivating those through melodic harmonies and profound lyrics.

As you tune in, you will find yourself part of a chosen community. Grow with me through elevation and understanding. Your presence breeds gratitude within my expression. Share elements of yourself if you feel called to, this is a safe space.

https://jvdevanessa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jvdevanessa

Host or Publisher Lynn Music Foundation