Named for the first integrated jazz club in New York, Café Society formed last year as a monthly showcase for female artists in Seattles music sceneand in its first party of the year, tonight the Society elevates two wildly deserving vocalists. Though best known for her appearances alongside hip-hop outfits like Mad Rad and Fresh Espresso, neo-soul songstress Shaprece makes her anticipated solo debut (hence the nights theme) backed by a six-piece band only magnified by a handful of head-turning singles like Decembers Be Like You and the more recent Lift. Support comes from Fly Moon Royalty, the duo of DJ/producer Action Jackson and vocalist Adra Boo, responsible for some of the catchiest hip-hop-influenced soul in the city. Its a night for the ladies, but gentlemen would be wise to attend. With Rocco Deluca. NICK FELDMAN
Wed., Jan. 26, 8 p.m., 2011
