ABOUT:

philadelphia-born pianist, composer, producer, and musical director Eric Wortham II brings his signature late-night sound to Velvet Nights — a soulful, high-level live music experience rooted in jazz, R&B, gospel, groove, and improvisation. Known for his expressive touch, rhythmic fire, and deep musical sensitivity, Wortham has performed with major artists including Jill Scott, Adele, Jazmine Sullivan, Seal, Vivian Green, Aloe Blacc, Kindred the Family Soul, Musiq Soulchild, and Jeff Bradshaw. His playing carries the spirit of Philadelphia: refined, raw, church-born, jazz-trained, and emotionally direct.

For this special edition of Velvet Nights, Eric Wortham II presents FREEMAN, a powerhouse vocal group bringing three distinct voices into one undeniable sound. You can catch FREEMAN today performing alongside Jill Scott and together they bring non-stop R&B, soul, gospel-rooted harmony, and modern vocal energy to the audience.