The Music of D'Angelo ft Bel-Ami
Groove125 West 3rd Street, New York 10012
Groove presents The Music of D'Angelo, a live tribute led by Bel-Ami and featuring Errick Lewis, Miles Robertson, Roni Tabara, Leroy “Lefty” Thompson, Wayne Tucker, and MJ Songstress. Together, they will perform a program devoted to D'Angelo's music. The listing frames the night around soul, smooth grooves, and deep funk, with Bel-Ami and the ensemble paying tribute to an artist it calls one of the most influential musicians of our time. This is a full group performance built around interpreting D'Angelo's songs.
D'Angelo is the subject of the evening's repertoire, while Bel-Ami is the featured performer named in the bill. The event information offers no hometowns, career histories, regular groups, recordings, past collaborators, or critical notices for Bel-Ami or the accompanying musicians. Its portrait of the music is instead in the sound and feel of the material: soul informed by deep funk and sustained groove. The players named for the performance bring that songbook together as a tribute, making the focus less a single artist's set than a collective reading of D'Angelo's work.
Groove offers a lively setting where music lovers gather to enjoy a range of live performances, often featuring multiple sets that stretch into the night. The venue’s space is designed for standing audiences, creating an energetic environment where the music takes center focus. A well-stocked bar serves as the hub for socializing before and after shows, while ticketing varies from free entry to modest cover charges, with advance purchase recommended for popular acts. The venue’s location in Manhattan places it within easy reach of the city’s vibrant nightlife, making it a natural stop for an evening out. Expect a night where the music pulses through the room, the crowd is engaged, and the energy builds as the night progresses, often with late-night jams or DJ sets extending the experience.