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THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensual romance “You Know What It’s Like,” Brenda Russell makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz. Listen to the new single from The Color Purple songwriter now.
MUSIQ SOULCHILD and ERIC BENET Come to NJPAC in April

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes and presents an intimate evening with Musiq Soulchild and Eric Benet on Friday, April 12th at 8:00 PM.
Additional Jazz and Comedy Performances Set For The Kennedy Center Next Month

The Kennedy Center has announced additional jazz and comedy programming at the REACH as part of its 2023–2024 season.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Comes to Palo Alto Players Next Month

Palo Alto Players opens its 93rd season with the hit Broadway musical MATILDA. Based on the book “Matilda” by Roald Dahl, the joyous girl power romp is packed with high-energy dance numbers and fresh, clever songs.
Celebrate The Music And Legacy Of Ray Charles With RAY ON MY MIND At MPAC

Enjoy a high-energy celebration of the music and life of Ray Charles as performed by Kenny Brawner when Ray on My Mind comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center on Sunday, February 19.
LIFE LUXE EXPERIENCE Music Event Comes to the Breathtaking Beaches of Los Cabos

One of the most premier and intimate music events, Life Luxe Experience, is tuning up for their 2023 arrival on the white sandy beaches of Los Cabos, Mexico.
Photos: Stars Arrive at THE PIANO LESSON Opening Night

The best of Broadway was at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on Thursday, where The Piano Lesson, directed by Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson and starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Brooks, opened on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the arrivals and you can check out photos of Patti LuPone, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and more on the red carpet below!
5TH ANNUAL TBAAL RIVERFRONT JAZZ FESTIVAL Comes to Dallas Next Month

The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL) presents the 5th Annual Riverfront Jazz Festival, Sept 2 – 4 in Dallas, Texas.   For three days over the Labor Day weekend, on three stages at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center the Festival will present over 50 of the world's best mainstream, cutting-edge, traditional and contemporary artists.
Jazz At MOCA To Feature Saxophonist Jacques Schwarz-Bart

The Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) is thrilled to feature saxophonist, Jacques Schwarz-Bart as part of its monthly a?oeJazz at MOCAa?? series on Friday, March 27. Schwarz-Bart grew up in Guadeloupe where he learned how to play the Gwo ka drum as a child. He was coached by Anzala, one of the top percussionists in Guadeloupe and learned the biguine style of music. At age six, while living in Switzerland, Schwarz-Bart discovered jazz music and taught himself how to play the guitar by playing along with jazz records.
Former AMERICAN IDOL Finalist Elise Testone To Release Second LP

Soulful singer/songwriter ELISE TESTONE, a former American Idol finalist and powerhouse vocalist whose incredible stage presence and bluesy maturity rank with the best, is releasing her long-awaited sophomore album, This Is Love, on April 17 and immediately mounting an East Coast Tour that includes special performances during the world-renowned New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.
Additional Casting Announced for REDEMPTION OF A DOGG

Additional principal casting for this fall's highly anticipated production of REDEMPTION OF A DOGG, directed by Je'Caryous Johnson, has been confirmed.
Femmes Of Rock Put Classical Twist On Classic Rock At Spencer, Today

FEMMES OF ROCK, led by rock violinist and arranger, Nina DiGregorio, has rocked audiences worldwide with their blistering solos, unique arrangements-and undeniable beauty and charm.
Femmes Of Rock Put Classical Twist On Classic Rock At Spencer, 7/21

FEMMES OF ROCK, led by rock violinist and arranger, Nina DiGregorio, has rocked audiences worldwide with their blistering solos, unique arrangements-and undeniable beauty and charm.
WBLS To Present A NIGHT OF LOVE R&B Valentines Show Featuring Anthony Hamilton, Keyshia Cole, Tamia, Eric Benet, and More

SJ Presents and WBLS presents: A Night of Love, the ultimate R&B Valentine's show.  Get up close and personal with the one you love and see ANTHONY HAMILTON, KEYSHIA COLE, TAMIA, ERIC BENET, AVANT and DONELL JONES on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 8pm at the Prudential Center located at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark, NJ. Be sure to reserve Tickets by visiting Ticketmaster.com.
WBLS Welcomes A NIGHT OF LOVE at Prudential Center; On-Sale 11/24

SJ Presents and WBLS presents: A Night of Love, the ultimate R&B Valentine's show. Get up close and personal with the one you love and see ANTHONY HAMILTON, KEYSHIA COLE, TAMIA, ERIC BENET, AVANT and DONELL JONES on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 8pm at the Prudential Center located at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark, NJ. Be sure to reserve Tickets Friday, November 24th at 9AM by visiting Ticketmaster.com.
Soul Crooner Alex Harris Releases Music Video to Debut Powerful Single 'Wordless'

Below, check out the music video to the new single, 'WORDLESS', from R&B-Soul recording artist ALEX HARRIS. The soulful singer is beyond excited to share the visuals to the already chart-topping single via his youtube channel, Alex Harris Official.
September Shows at City Winery Announced: Living Colour, Joan Osborne, Art Garfunkel & more

See the newly announced lineup for September at Chicago City Winery below!
Avery*Sunshine, Shelby Lynne and Allison Moorer and More Now On Sale at City Winery Chicago

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces R&B artist Avery*Sunshine, Grammy-nominated sisters Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer, an evening of songs and stories with Dan Wilson and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, June 8 at noon at citywinery.com/chicago.
Rufus Wainwright, Arsenio Hall and More Coming Up This April at City Winery Chicago

The following acts are performing at City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, throughout the month of April.
Bruce Hornsby, Christopher Cross and More Coming Up at City Winery Chicago

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces four shows with Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers, plus concerts by Grammy Award winner Christopher Cross, American soul and R&B singer Goapele and more.

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