Ty Stephens & The Soul Jazz
07:00PM to 09:30PM - August 15, 2026
Shanghai Jazz, Madison, NJ

Ty Stephens, born and raised in Philadelphia, is an award-winning singer and songwriter. As a highly skilled entertainer and performer, Ty has showcased his talents globally, attracting an international fanbase with his sophisticated adult-contemporary music style, which draws from jazz, funk, and R&B.

 

“Stephens’ voice is like honey… pure and sweet…”
– The Philadelphia Tribune

 

Richard Cummings, Jr.

Composer/Arranger/Conductor Richard Cummings, Jr., on piano, was musical director for the legendary Harry Belafonte for nearly two decades, and has performed and recorded with Mr. Belafonte, as well as Diane Reeves, Letta Mbulu, Hugh Masakela, Wayne Shorter, Zubin Meta, Georges C. Wolfe, Sherry Winston, Iyanla Vanzant and the great Jon Lucien, among others. Mr. Cummings is co-Producer of Ty’s pending jazz CD project “Sentimental”.

 

Ron “Rondew” Monroe

Fellow Aquarian and bassist Ron “Rondew” Monroe served as Associate Producer on Ty Stephens’ “Aquarian Mind” CD (2006) and has performed and recorded with, among others, Pharoah Sanders, Chico Hamilton, George Benson, Tito Puente, Jimmy Witherspoon, Amel Larieux, Dave Koz, Vanessa Rubin, Cece Winans and Roy Ayers. Rondew is also co-Producer of Ty’s pending jazz CD project “Sentimental”.

 

Tony Lewis

Drummer Tony Lewis’ credits include live performance and recording with B.B. King, Little Richard, Sting, Vernon Reid, Nancy Wilson, Sam Moore (of Sam & Dave), and Richard Street’s Temptations.

 

Robert “R.T.” Taylor

Robert “R.T.” Taylor adds funky guitar to the mix. His credits include Beyonce, Ne-Yo, Chris Brown, LL Cool J, Juels Santana, Robert Palmer, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, Billy Preston, Eddie Kendricks (Temptations) and McPhadden & Whitehead, among others.

 

Enjoy Happy Hour from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM with half-price beers, select wines, and appetizers.

 

The doors open at 4:30 PM.  There is a $8 entertainment fee and a $40 minimum for food and drinks per person.  Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled set time, and reservations are highly encouraged.

Schedule

  • 7:00PM - 8:00PM : First Set
  • 8:30PM - 9:30PM : Second Set

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