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Iridium Jazz Club


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The Scene

The Iridium's blue neon sign competes for space between the marquees of fellow tourist magnets. Down a steep flight of stairs, the split-level basement club is packed with a low stage and candle-lit small tables; its boxed ceiling lamps, upholstered wall panels and cramped rear corner bar become less obtrusive when the lights go down. Sight lines are clear, unless you sit directly behind one of the upper level's columns. Sets last a fleeting Times Square hour.

The Draw

Guests come to Iridium to see straight-ahead acoustic jazz names, like Pharoah Sanders, McCoy Tyner and Jacky Terrasson. The made-over club, which recently moved from the Lincoln Center area to north Times Square, books classic icons, young lions and talented comers while avoiding the contemporary avant-garde. Every Monday night, the legendary Les Paul, father of the solid body electric guitar and multi-track recording, draws American music aficionados from across the globe.

Wine and Dine

The new 140-person capacity Iridium now doubles as supper club. Its upscale menu is accompanied by a staggering 250-bottle wine list.

Know Your Stuff

Iridium has a state-of-the-art Meyer Sound system, installed with the assistance of the aforementioned Les Paul, as well as an in-house recording studio.

1650 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 582-2121
Fax: (212) 977-4356