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Avery Sunshine and Eric Roberson Come to Caesar's Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024


Experience an evening of soul like never before with two of the greatest vocalists, Avery Sunshine and Eric Roberson are set to perform at Caesar’s, as part of the North to Shore Festival presented by Prudential on Friday, June 21 at 8PM.

Moby Shares Track 'where is your pride?' Feat. the Late Benjamin Zephaniah
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024


Acclaimed New York City-based electronic musician, producer and activist Moby celebrates the life of Benjamin Zephaniah with new track 'where is your pride?,' out now taken from his 22nd studio album always centered at night, due out June 14th and available for pre-order now. Listen to the single!

Biko's Manna & Mfundo Comes to Arena Stage This Week
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024


The viral sensations Biko’s Manna & Mfundo last seen on The Jennifer Hudson Show in their world premiere solo concert will be appearing at Arena Stages’ Kogod Cradle Theater on April 3rd and 4th at 7:30pm for DC Jazz Fest.

The Flynn Reveals Adi Oasis as the Curator for the 2024 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024


The Flynn has announced Brooklyn-based French-Caribbean soul-funk-R&B artist and producer Adi Oasis as the curator for the 2024 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival.

Moby Shares New Track 'Dark Days' Feat. Lady Blackbird From New Album
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024


Moby reveals his new album 'always centered at night', shares a fresh track 'dark days' featuring Lady Blackbird, and sets the 25th anniversary tour for 'Play'. Released on May 17, 1999, the album Play featured the classics “Porcelain,” “Natural Blues” and “Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?” and sold over 12 million copies worldwide.

The Roots & Live Nation Urban Set 'Roots Picnic' 2024 Lineup
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2024


Don't miss the blockbuster lineup featuring Lil Wayne, Jill Scott, André 3000, and more at the Roots Picnic 2024 celebration. As such, multi-GRAMMY Award-winning legend Lil Wayne will headline the festival with The Roots delivering a set highlighted by decades of definitive hits which will include special guests PJ Morton, and Trombone Shorty.

Hollywood Bowl Named Outdoor Concert Venue Of The Year At 35th Annual Pollstar Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024


The Hollywood Bowl was honored last night as the Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year (Red Rocks Award) at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.

Soul Sessions Returns to the August Wilson African American Cultural Center With KINDRED THE FAMILY SOUL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2024


Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon — better known as the Philadelphia-based, husband and wife duo, Kindred The Family Soul — AKA Kindred - comes to Pittsburgh, performing in the latest edition of the Soul Sessions series at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.

MC Lyte Presents An R&B Mother's Day Celebration With PJ Morton and MAJOR At The Kennedy Center Concert Hall, May 12
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2024


PJ Morton and MAJOR. MC Lyte—known for hits like “First Began,” “Say So,” “Alright,” “Good Morning,” “Why I Love You,” and “Joy In The Battle”—will host a one-night-only performance honoring mothers and mother figures, bringing an unforgettable fusion of rhythm & blues, soul, and gospel to the nation's culture center.

State Theatre New Jersey Presents RESPECT: A Tribute To Aretha Franklin With New Jersey Symphony
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2024


State Theatre New Jersey and New Jersey Symphony present RESPECT: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin with New Jersey Symphony on Sunday, February 18 at 3pm.

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024


The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

ONE MUSICFEST Expands With Twogether Land Festival To Dallas, Celebrating Unity Through Music Memorial Day Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2023


ONE Musicfest expands with TwoGether Land Festival to Dallas, celebrating unity through music on Memorial Day weekend. The festival, known for its commitment to community and inclusivity, will take place at historic Fair Park.

One Musicfest Expands With Twogether Land Festival to Dallas, Celebrating Unity Through Music Memorial Day Weekend
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2023


ONE MUSICFEST is expanding with TWOGETHER LAND FESTIVAL to Dallas, celebrating unity through music on Memorial Day weekend. Don't miss this exciting event!

Adam Blackstone Releases New Holiday Album 'A Legacy Christmas'
by Michael Major - Nov 24, 2023


The 11-track opus boasts a bevy of A-list friends and collaborators, including Andra Day, BJ The Chicago Kid, Boyz II Men, Keke Palmer, Lena Byrd Miles, and more. A LEGACY CHRISTMAS warms up the season as the perfect soundtrack!

Grammy-Nominated Vocalist, Emcee, Composer And Social Activist Mumu Fresh is Coming to The August Wilson African American Culture Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023


Grammy-nominated Vocalist, Emcee, Composer and Social Activist Mumu Fresh brings her engaging and empowering artistry to the August Wilson African American Culture Center’s Soul Sessions. Experience the fusion of hip-hop, jazz, R&B, blues, spoken word, soul, and world music in one incredible performance.

Moonchild Reimagine Their Previous Hits In New Project 'Reflections'
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


‘Reflections' is the new EP from GRAMMY-nominated LA-trio Moonchild (aka Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, & Max Bryk). Inspired by the band's iconic Tiny Desk performance (now on 4.9 million views), the ‘Reflections' project sees the band reimagine and revisit old songs, including some of the trio's biggest hits.

Mumu Fresh Tells Stories Through Her Songs at The AWAACC's SOUL SESSIONS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2023


Baltimore-born Maimouna Youssef, better known as Mumu Fresh, is more than an artist – she is a summation point where hip-hop, jazz, R&B, blues, spoken word, soul and world music come together in one amazing performer.

ONE Musicfest 2023 Shatters Records and Ignites Piedmont Park in Atlanta With 100K in Attendance
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2023


This year's events were made even more remarkable by the presence of sponsors who curated interactive activations for fans to enjoy. Amongst others, Procter & Gamble, Toyota, Sprite, Jack Daniels, and Red Bull provided festival-goers with unique experiences throughout the weekend.

Moonchild Hypnotise With A Piano Rendition of 'Cure'
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2023


Moonchild Hypnotise with a Piano Rendition of “Cure”. Grammy-nominated LA-trio Moonchild releases an acoustic version of their song 'Cure' from the upcoming EP 'Reflections.' The piano rendition offers a serene take on the original track.

Todd Mosby Releases New Album 'LAND OF ENCHANTMENT'
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 17, 2023


Todd Mosby's Land of Enchantment is a new album produced by Jeffrey Weber and features A-list musicians Tom Scott, Vinnie Colaiuta, Charlie Bisharat, Dapo Torimiro, and more.

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