After wrapping up a European tour in mid-November, Grammy-nominated R&B newcomer Jill Scott will return to the U.S. for a winter tour. Scott's itinerary begins with an appearance in Atlanta on January 27th. Eleven dates have been announced so far and more are expected.

Scott's debut album Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1 was nominated for three Grammy awards, Best New Artist, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, for "Gettin' in the Way," and Best R&B Album.

Jill Scott tour dates:

1/27-29: Atlanta, Tabernacle
1/31-2/1: Baltimore, Meyerhoff Symphony Hall
2/3: Atlantic City, Tropicana Casino
2/4: Boston, Avalon
2/9: Norfolk, VA, Boathouse
2/12: Oakland, Paramount Theater
2/16: Solana Beach, CA, Belly Up Tavern
2/17: Las Vegas, House of Blues
2/22: Universal City, Universal Amphitheater

CHRISTINA SARACENO
(January 22, 2001)