A Black Music Month Exclusive: The Ladies Night Soul Tribute

Presented by Elevate Unity and Alberta Abbey.

Soul Alliance Voices
featuring Brika De Tar, Ruby Jones, Claire Newrones, Madison Rose & special guest Saeeda Wright.

Featuring The Free Tones Band:
Javon Carter, lead vocals
Justin Calhoun, drums
Russ Garlow, bass
Miguel Hernandez, lead guitar
Ryan Visser, saxophone

Special Guest: Charlie Brown (keyboard from The Greater Kind)

Friday, June 20
Doors at 7:00 PM
Music at 8:00 PM

Tickets
General Admission: $22
Preferred Seating: $27
VIP Preferred Seating + Dinner: $45

VIP Dinner Includes Choice of:
Bourbon St. Chicken or Cajun Smoked Pork
served with Southern-style garlic green beans and 7 Cheese Creole Mac

This is a one-of-a-kind all-female showcase for our community!
Honoring the artists and the music of legendary and contemporary vocalists that define R&B and Soul.
From Chaka to Sade, Alicia Keys, Angie Stone, Ella Mai and more, we salute.
This night features the essence of female vocal creatives we all know & remember.
There is no better way to celebrate Black Music Month then by supporting Elevate Unity and Alberta Abbey nonprofits doing the work behind the scenes to build a safe space for all to share music, unite and heal our city and neighborhoods right now.

This all-female vocal lineup features the dynamic duo Brika De Tar and Claire Newrones of Onyx Soul, Madison Rose of the Sade tribute band Paradise, and Ruby Jones, soulful vocalist known for her work alongside jazz legend Eldon T. Jones, plus the iconic voice of power house singer Saeeda Wright.

Backed by The Free Tones Band, audiences can expect an evening of timeless songs, smooth harmonies, powerful performances, and music spanning the last five generations of Soul and R&B.

We're showcasing some of Portland's top song sirens on one stage for one epic night of music! It's a guarantee you will be moved by the passion and smooth subtle harmonies these talented ladies deliver.

Performing historic songs from over the last 5 generations this show highlights local talent you may not have heard of yet, but won't soon forget.

Unique and vocally diverse they easily cross multiple music styles seamlessly to deliver a one-of-a-kind inspiring musical experience.

Get you tickets early and join us for some great food, cocktails, music & community.

Brika De Tar

Singer/Songwriter

Brika began her singing career over 15 years ago, performing in various venues throughout the Nashville music scene as well as in Portland, OR, appearing at festivals and venues throughout both regions.

Brika’s vocal vibe is fashioned from the world of R&B, neo soul, jazz, and the genres we all love most. She has undeniable energy, with a sultry and transparent vocal vision on life and love that will take you on a much-needed musical journey.

She has dedicated herself to creating an atmosphere in which you can feel the vulnerability of her soul’s deep love for the art of music from the first to the last note she sings.

Claire Newrones

Lead Vocalist

Claire is new to the Portland music scene, but is no stranger to singing and performing.

She grew up singing at various competitions, county fairs, and as part of various performance and travel groups. Most recently, she spent two years in a college singing group that performed throughout Southern California and New York City.

Claire’s vocal style is inspired by the world of R&B, soul, and pop, and her love and passion for music and people is apparent every time she performs.

Madison Rose

Lead Vocalist

Known affectionately as Maddie, this breakout talent is a passionate Portland-born and based vocalist.

Madison is classically trained with jazz influences, and loves gospel and neo soul. Starting her career as a background vocalist, she has performed with several incredible choral groups and for events like the Nike Sneaker Ball.

Her new project and band, “Paradise,” is the hot new show-stopping Sade tribute unit. She's selling out shows, including the first two venues she's debuted at: Alberta Abbey and The 1905.

Her style is infectious, so keep your ears and eyes on this lady. Follow the journey, big things are coming.

Ruby Jones

Ruby Jones, known as Ruby Blue, is a Portland-based vocalist blending soul, jazz, gospel, and R&B. She began singing in church with her family and the Portland Metropolitan Youth Mass Choir, shaping her rich and expressive sound.

Now performing with the N Touch Band, Ruby has appeared across Portland and beyond, including the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival, Vanport Jazz Festival, and The Old Church Concert Hall. Her music reflects warmth, authenticity, and a deep connection to her roots.

Saeeda Wright

Saeeda Wright has been seen on stages backing Prince, as a member of his New Power Generation, the Pacific Northwest’s own Liv Warfield and is featured with the Tim Snider Trio.  She is very well known and respected for her work as a soloist with the Oregon Symphony, and has been a regular participant in Portland’s Annual Blues Festival. Currently Saeeda is a lead vocalist for the emerging band Mother’s Favorite Child and is working to complete her debut self-titled album. Besides the gifting and incredible work ethic put forth from this powerful woman, her dedication to her family, her faith, and giving back to her community remain her biggest priority.

The Free Tones

The Free Tones are a Portland-based band formed in early 2024 by drummer Justin Calhoun, who wanted to create a group focused on making music with friends on their own terms. Rooted in funk and soul, the band describes itself as a “good time” band, bringing energy and joy to every performance.

The lineup features vocalist Sharif Iman, bassist Russ Garlow, keyboardist Kenton Davey, guitarist Miguel Hernandez, saxophonist Ryan Visser, and drummer Justin Calhoun.