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Analog Soul - Featuring August Artist in Residence: CoJo Ko

  • Analog at the Hutton Hotel 1808 West End Avenue Nashville, TN, 37203 United States (map)

FREE RSVP and $20 RESERVED SEATS

Analog Soul Hosted by Lovenoise Featuring CoJo Ko, Will Davenport, & TIKAAFTERDARK

DOORS: 7 PM
SHOW: 8 PM
STANDING ROOM GA: FREE
RESERVED SEATING: $20
No Refunds.
21+

 

Elevate your week with Analog Soul, the ultimate show where the heartbeat of local and regional talent is showcased. Whether you’re a connoisseur of smooth grooves or a fan of soulful melodies, our weekly show promises a rich tapestry of sound that will keep you coming back for more. Curated by Nashville’s own Lovenoise, the series highlights the city’s growing R&B and soul community while bringing together standout artists, DJs, and performers in one of the most intimate listening rooms in Music City. From head-nodding classics to forward-thinking new sounds, Lovenoise shapes each night to create a true music-lover’s experience. Come feel the soul of Nashville through carefully crafted performances that celebrate both legacy and the next generation of talent.

 

Don’t miss out on your weekly dose of soulful magic. Join us for Analog Soul and let the music move you!

 

ABOUT LOVENOISE
Lovenoise is a Nashville-based live music brand and cultural curator dedicated to creating authentic music experiences that celebrate soul, hip-hop, jazz, and Black musical culture. For over two decades, Lovenoise has produced concerts, festivals, and lifestyle events that connect artists and audiences through powerful live performances and community-centered programming. Known for signature experiences like Analog Soul, Lovenoise continues to champion emerging and established artists while helping shape Nashville’s evolving urban music scene—proving that big talent can come from tiny rooms.

 

ABOUT COJO KO

CoJo Ko is a Nashville-native Soul, R&B, and Smooth Jazz vocalist and BMI songwriter known for her powerful voice, dynamic stage presence, and community-driven artistry. She is the founder and lead vocalist of Nashville’s premier all-female funk, soul, and jazz band, CoJo and the Konectts, as well as the creator of Natural Soul Experience, a curated live-music platform that provides emerging artists with high-quality performance opportunities.

Since its inception, Natural Soul Experience has been hosted at notable venues including City Winery (Nashville) and Analog at the Hutton Hotel, among others. CoJo Ko launched her professional music career in 2012, opening for international recording artists Julie Dexter and N’Dambi at Jazz & Jokes in Nashville. She has since opened for Kindred the Family Soul and Jeff Bradshaw—trombonist for legends Patti LaBelle and Earth, Wind & Fire—at City Winery Nashville.


Her performance résumé includes appearances at Women Who Rock Nashville (Omni Hotel, 2019 & 2025), Nashville CARES – Uniting for Equality Legislative Reception, The 38th Annual African Street Festival, the National Museum of African American Music, Musicians Corner at Centennial Park, J.U.M.P. Jazz & Blues Festival, the Eddie George Celebrity Golf Tournament, Tennessee Democratic Party 3-Star Dinner, Center for Nonprofit Management Salute Awards (2023), RH Boyd Legacy Ball (2023, 2024 & 2025) at the Four Seasons and Schermerhorn Symphony Center, and the MLK Day Commencement featuring Nikki Giovanni (2024).


In 2024, CoJo Ko was awarded “Best Live R&B / Soul Performer” by the Nashville Industry Music Awards (NIMA). Earlier in her career, her captivating live performances earned her the Southern Entertainment Award for “Slept On Artist of the Year.” Her latest singles, “Smile” and “Ignite Our Love,” are available now on all streaming platforms, with new music scheduled for release in 2026.


Beyond the stage, CoJo Ko is a Realtor and the owner of Ms. C Fruit Tea, a brand rooted in #FUELINGSOULMUSIC. Through Natural Soul Experience, she continues to fuel artist development and community connection under her personal mantra: “Connect and change the world through music.”


CoJo Ko — soulful energy, authentic connection, and music that moves hearts and communities.

ABOUT WILL DAVENPORT
No stranger to the stage, William has shared a stage with legends such as India Arie, Will Downing, Boney James, Laura Izibor, Mary Mary, and Kirk Whalum. A powerful voice in his own right, William continues to pen musical stories that genuinely reflect the heart songs of everyday love and sensuality while carving a career in the industry with his unique sound and undeniable talent. More than words on a page or notes to a melody, William Davenport has had an intimate relationship with music that dates back to his childhood in Atlanta, GA. A soulful spirit with gospel roots, he scribes music reminiscent of mature love in its truest form.

From his beginning days, William has been lauded as a true balladeer and music prodigy skilled in piano, guitar, violin, and organ. While in college pursuing a degree in Engineering, William appeared in and won several high-profile talent shows, including the Embassy Records National Talent Search, and the opportunity to be a singer/songwriter for Neyo’s recording label, Compound Entertainment. More recently, William has continued to be recognized as an independent artist, including being spotlighted in the BET Music Matters campaign.


ABOUT TIKAAFTERDARK
Meet TIKAAFTERDARK, a Nashville-based tastemaker whose sound is as global as it is rooted in the culture. Self-taught and spinning since 2022, Leah Walton turned a deeply personal journey into a thriving DJ career, building her craft through YouTube, intensive practice, and an unwavering commitment to community, mentorship, and self-expression.

TIKAAFTERDARK specializes in what she calls “Globally-Ratchet” — a fearless blend of worldly grooves, southern Black flair, trap, R&B, reggae, house, and international influences drawn from her travels to places like Mexico, Miami, Hawaii, Turkey, and Japan. Her sets are known for seamless transitions, genre-bending creativity, and her gift for reading the room and taking the crowd on an intentional journey toward pure euphoria.

More than just a DJ, Leah views music as healing and connection. Her mission is to move closer to her most authentic self while using her God-given gifts to uplift others and strengthen community. Proudly repping Nashville wherever she goes, DJ TikaAfterDark brings soul, resilience, and radiant energy to every room she enters.

Website: tikaafterdark.com
Instagram: @tikaafterdark
SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/tikaafterdark

 

Parking for Analog ticket holders is just $10 flat in our on-site garage—available exclusively for guests attending shows at Analog at Hutton Hotel. QR code is located inside the venue to scan for a discount.

Before the lights dim and the first note hits, indulge in an evening of elevated dining at Evelyn’s, where timeless American flavors meet a touch of Southern sophistication. As an Analog ticket holder, enjoy 15% off your meal—because a night of exceptional music deserves an equally refined prelude.

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