The Sweet Sounds of Sultry Sophistication at State Ultra Lounge: Saturday, June 12

Join artists and performers such as Michelle Cruz, Mike Rollins, Jay Walker and Venus Sings on Saturday, June 12 at State Ultra Lounge in Providence.

PROVIDENCE, RI – As Rhode Island enters a brand new summer, urbanites from all corners are clamoring for a taste of the finest nightlife that the city of Providence can deliver. On Saturday, June 12 they’ll get the their opportunity when Venus Sings and Friends present “A Sultry and Sweet Night” at State Ultra Lounge from 9 PM to 2 AM, 1 Throop Alley off of North Main Street in Providence. Live performances featuring world rhythms, jazz, neosoul, and spoken word poetry will be provided by some of the area’s most vibrant and gifted artists: Venus Sings, Michelle Cruz, Mike Rollins and other special guests.

Those who possess an appetite for local, independent artistry, erudite crowds, and an upscale atmosphere must mark June 12 on their calendar. The entrance fee is $7, and $10.00 after 10:30 PM. For more information, contact Reza Clifton at 401-497-5246, or e-mail rezaclif@gmail.com or singsvenus@gmail.com.

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ABOUT THE PERFORMERS
Widely regarded for her championing of local artistry and women in music, Venus Sings (a.k.a. DJ Reza Wreckage) of the female poetry and artists collective Isis Storm and local radio station, WRIU 90.3 FM, is the hostess as well as one of three headlining acts of the evening.

Michelle Cruz, another member of Isis Storm, will also be performing. Cruz is currently recording her first full-length album, but the songwriter/guitarist/vocalist is well known locally and regionally for her eclectic fusion of soul, folk, and jazz melodies and for singles including “Not Saying Never” and “Deixa A Cappella.”

Saxophonist Mike Rollins will round out the list of headlining artists by providing his trademark style of jazz instrumentation and melody-making. Rollins is leader of Mike Rollins & Co., an ensemble regularly being sought out by bars and jazz lovers across the city.

GUEST PERFORMERS
In addition to Sings, Cruz, and Rollins, special guest performers are scheduled to make appearances on Saturday at the State. Among those guests is Jay Walker – an actor, filmmaker and poet who recently released a collection of works entitled “Sifting through the Ashes of Me: Old Poems.” Walker will have copies of his book on-hand to autograph and make sales to those interested.