Atlanta, GA

The James Room

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The James Room is an Old Fourth Ward cocktail lounge with recurring live R&B and intimate music programming. The atmosphere is stylish and social rather than concert-focused, with guests drinking, talking, and listening close to the performers. R&B, soul, neo-soul, jazz, vocalists, acoustic pop, and small groove-oriented ensembles are the strongest fits. For musicians, polished presentation and strong vocals are especially important. A duo, trio, or compact band can create enough energy without overwhelming the room, and arrangements that move smoothly between background atmosphere and more focused listening work well. Large full-band production would generally be out of scale unless part of a special event. The James Room is a good Atlanta target for professional singers and small ensembles that can deliver a refined lounge set and keep an adult nightlife crowd engaged without relying on high volume or a formal ticketed-concert format.

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678-705-8381

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Age policy
21+
Genres
Jazz, Lounge, R&B
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661 Auburn Ave NE Ste 280, Atlanta, GA 30312, United States
Venue phone
678-705-8381
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