Two soul nights, two completely different vibes: a one-night Grammy R&B double bill on September 19, and a Hall-of-Fame producer residency running into October. One's all-ages, one's 21-plus, and a real soul fan could happily do both.
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September brings two very different soul nights to Las Vegas, and they barely overlap except in the goosebumps department. One is a single Grammy-stacked R&B double bill; the other is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame residency from the duo who wrote the songs you already know by heart. Here's how they differ, in date order.
Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild: one night only
Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild is the one to circle for pure, grown-folks R&B in a single evening. Grammy winner Anthony Hamilton brings the gospel-tinged soul of hits like "Charlene" and "Best of Me," while Musiq Soulchild carries the neo-soul side with "Love" and "Halfcrazy." It's all-ages friendly, which makes it the easier pick for a mixed group.
When: September 19, 8 p.m. Where: The Theater, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, just off the Strip. Run time: about 90 minutes. Best for: a mixed-age group that wants classic voices in one evening.
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Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis: the hitmakers take the stage
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis flip the format: instead of the singers, you get the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame writing-and-production duo behind more than 40 years of R&B, pop, and soul hits, stepping out from behind the studio glass for a residency of their own. With five Grammys between them, they built the sound of a generation, and this is the rare chance to watch the architects perform it live.
When: late September into early October, 8 p.m. Where: Voltaire, The Venetian. Ages: 21 and over. Best for: an adults-only night with more date flexibility.
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Which soul night is yours
Quick call: for a one-shot, all-ages evening of classic R&B voices, take Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild on the 19th. For a 21-and-up night watching the people who actually wrote the era's hits, with more date flexibility, go with the Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis residency. If you're a true soul head in town for a stretch, the dates don't clash, so nothing's stopping you from doing both.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis?
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame songwriting and production duo who spent more than 40 years shaping R&B, pop, and soul from behind the scenes. Between them they hold five Grammys. Their Las Vegas residency at Voltaire is a rare chance to see the people who wrote and produced a generation of hits actually perform them on stage.
When is Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild in Las Vegas?
Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild is a one-night show on September 19, 2026, staged at The Theater inside Virgin Hotels, a resort that sits a short drive east of the Strip rather than on it. The set runs roughly an hour and a half. Because it's a single date instead of a run, it's the easier of the two soul shows to miss if you wait too long to book.
When is the Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Las Vegas residency?
The Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis residency runs across late September and early October 2026 at Voltaire inside The Venetian, with shows at 8 p.m. It's a 21-and-over engagement. Because it spans several nights rather than one, it offers more flexibility on dates than the single Anthony Hamilton show earlier in the month.
Are these soul shows family friendly?
They differ. Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild is all-ages friendly, which makes it workable for a mixed-age group. The Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis residency at Voltaire is 21 and over, so it's an adults-only night. If you're planning around younger guests, the Anthony Hamilton show is the one that fits.
Which soul show should I see in Las Vegas this September?
If you want classic R&B voices for a single, all-ages evening, choose Anthony Hamilton with Musiq Soulchild on September 19. If you'd rather a 21-and-up night watching the Hall-of-Fame team who wrote the era's hits, with more date options, pick the Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis residency. The dates don't overlap, so committed soul fans can catch both.
By Daniel S.
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