Club Nouveau

Club Nouveau is an R&B band that was formed by producer/performer Jay King in 1986 in Sacramento, California, subsequent to the break up of the Timex Social Club. Other members of Club Nouveau included original members Denzil Foster, Thomas McElroy, Samuelle Pratter, and Valerie Watson.

From their debut album, Love, Life, and Pain, which showed up in 1986, they scored four consecutive hits: "Jealousy" (essentially a rewrite of and response to Timex Social Club's hit "Rumours"), "Situation #9", a remake of Bill Withers' "Lean on Me", and "Why You Treat Me So Bad". The latter two both made it to #2 on the R&B charts the next year, with "Lean On Me" becoming a huge pop hit.

Foster and McElroy soon left to form their own group and focus on producing other acts, and Pratter eventually left as well. The replacements were David Agent and Kevin Irving. The group's next albums - beginning with Listen To The Message - were laced with an evolving social consciousness, though they weren't as successful commercially as the debut. Notable recordings include a dancehall-influenced version of the gospel classic "Oh Happy Day" from the album A New Beginning.

The renowned has undergone a transformative evolution with its current lineup. Led by Jay King, the group now features the fresh talents of Tirzah Hubbard and J Ali. While rooted in the band's rich legacy, these new members infuse Club Nouveau with vibrant creativity and contemporary flair. Jay King, the visionary behind Club Nouveau, continues to steer the group toward new horizons, blending their signature sound with modern influences. Tirzah Hubbard brings her soulful vocals and dynamic stage presence, adding depth and emotion to the band's performances. J Ali, with his versatile musicality and innovative approach, contributes fresh perspectives to Club Nouveau's repertoire. Amidst their ongoing tour schedule, the trio is hard at work in the studio, crafting exciting new material that promises to captivate audiences and redefine the essence of Club Nouveau for generations to come.