Tucked away in an alleyway, Velvet Room was born out of a nostalgia for the 1940s-1950s. It is a sophisticated Piano and Jazz bar, where you immediately feel welcome and at home. The friendly staff are always ready to serve you a chilled glass of Champagne/Cava/Wine and a selection of other beverages. Add that to the cozy ambience of fine Jazz tunes, broadway hits and the gentle sound of the piano, you find yourself immersed and mesmerised in a room filled with love and abundance. The venue is also available for hire to host events. We look forward to pampering you!
The Velvet Room
Who is Yodé?
Yodé Olubajo, the owner and creative force behind the Velvet room, is a flamboyant personality, who enjoys nothing more than bringing joy and a smile to the faces of the people he encounters. He is legendary for his many worldwide themed parties over the years.
Born in London, he was raised in Lagos. Then, he returned to the UK to complete his education. He has since lived in Venice and currently lives in Barcelona. He speaks English, Yoruba, Italian and Spanish. Yodé’s passion for creating the Velvet Room stems from the wonderful memories he had frequenting a piano bar in Mykonos. He often took to the stage impromptu and entertained the guests.
Whilst living in Venice, for several years, he organised a hugely popular, yearly boat party, where he performed cabaret to the rapture of the international crowd, many of whom, were regular attendees.
He has extensive experience in the delivery of unrivalled customer service, having spent almost 28 years in the airline Industry, working for one of the best known brands as a Cabin Service Director.
However, as much as he thoroughly enjoyed travelling the world and meeting people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, his ultimate dream was to bring together his vast knowledge and experience, and create something original here in the city of Barcelona.
Events
The Velvet Room is also the perfect venue to host your special events, whether it’s a milestone birthday, engagement party, any themed parties, baby shower parties, Office team bonding/ Xmas parties or presentations, graduation celebrations, weddings, and a raft of other soirées! Please do not hesitate to contact us at velvet@velvetroombcn.com for further enquiries.
Live Music & Calendar
Albert Gamundi (tenor saxophone and soprano) and Bep Mir (self-taught guitarist), both from Catalonia, make up Old Negroni Duet (Originally part of a Quartet). Together, they perform a vast repertoire of slow-tempo and ambience music that goes from Bossa Nova (including that of Tom Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, Baden Powell amongst others) to slow pop such as the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Stevie Wonder and Eric Clapton, without forgetting more classical jazz and well-known bolero hits.
Murat Evgin, the talented Turkish musician, has captivated audiences with his soulful melodies and captivating performances. With a career spanning decades, Evgin’s music transcends boundaries, touching hearts with its emotional depth. His rich vocals and heartfelt lyrics have earned him a devoted fan base, both in Turkey and beyond. From his iconic hits to his latest releases, Murat Evgin continues to enchant listeners with his unique blend of passion and artistry.
Giovanni Ghizzani, born in 1988, began playing the piano at a very young age, attending the Conservatory of Classical Music in Siena.
Later, discovering a passion for Jazz music, he attended the Siena Jazz Foundation – National Jazz Academy, where he graduated with distinction.
In September 2016, he attended the Conservatory of Bologna – Jazz Department, where he was the protégé of the American pianist Gregory Burk.
In October 2021, he began his Masters at the Escola de Musica de Cataluña, where he studied with the best exponents of Spanish Jazz.
Musician, dj , actor, producer in @lanonarecords vocalist and trumpet player
If you are a lover of Jazz, why don’t you join our Jam session from 20:00, led by the fabulous trio Sergio Cañizares, Fran Asensio, and James Sedgwick, 3 unique and diverse artists with many years of experience entertaining crowds worldwide.
We look forward to enjoying the night with you!
10€ online | 12 € at the door– included a first glass of wine, beer, or soft drink.
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