Lee Taylor
The Django2 6th Avenue, New York 10013
Lee Taylor leads a five-piece late-night set at The Django, singing with Marius Van Der Brink on piano, Will Sellenraad on guitar, Steve Wood on bass, and Ismail Lawal on drums. The evening pairs the live performance with dinner and libations at the TriBeCa room, with Taylor's voice at the front of a band built around piano, guitar, bass, and drums.
A New York City-based singer-songwriter, Taylor writes and performs across blues, jazz, pop, and gospel in what The Django calls a “wholly unique” style. Her singing has drawn pointed praise from musicians and critics alike: bassist Darryl Jones has called her voice “distinctive,” The Memphis Commercial Appeal termed it “uncommon,” and The Canberra Times heard “a voice to cut diamonds.” Those descriptions suggest a vocalist whose range of influences is central to the music, rather than an add-on to the bandstand.
The Django offers a subterranean jazz experience inspired by Parisian boîtes, with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls that frame a stage equipped with a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound system. The venue combines two cocktail bars and an open dining area where you can enjoy an elevated menu alongside live performances every night. The evening unfolds with a focus on attentive listening, enhanced by award-winning cocktails crafted by Natasha David and a selection of small plates and dinner options. Shows require a cover charge and reservations are recommended to secure your spot. The setting invites you to settle in for a night of rich jazz sounds, fine food, and carefully mixed drinks, all within the cellar level of the Roxy Hotel, creating a distinct mood that feels both exclusive and welcoming.