Smokey Robinson News

The complete cast has been announced for the Second National Tour of AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS. Learn more about the cast here!

Tony and Grammy Award-winner John Lloyd Young will return to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood with his new show Unchained Melodies for one night only on Tuesday, August 20, at 8:30pm.

One of the UK's most popular touring Motown shows turns 20 today. The Magic of Motown has been seen by millions people since its launch in 2004 and is still a regular part of Parr Hall's programme due to its enduring appeal.

Experience soulful Motown hits and a delectable brunch at the Ahern Boutique Hotel in Las Vegas starting July 28, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Actor/playwright/storyteller Rhonda 'Passion' Hansome, (SiriusXM 'John Fugelsang's Tell Me Everything') will be among the performers featured at TALE - “New York City's best storytelling show” - on Friday, July 26 at the Red Room @ KGB Bar in Manhattan.

The Apollo is among this year's honorees for the 47th Kennedy Center Honors, celebrating lifetime artistic achievements. This marks the first time an institution receives the honor.

The 44th annual edition of A Capital Fourth was broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol last Thursday, July 4. Hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro, the National Independence Day celebration featured all-star musical and patriotic performances from pop, country, R&B, classical and Broadway artists. Watch the celebration now!

Acclaimed musician Brian Ray has released ‘Bad 4 U’, the next single off his forthcoming solo album 'My Town’, out on August 2nd. My Town is a compilation of singles Brian has released with Wicked Cool Records since 2017, including ‘Here For You’ and 2022’s ‘On My Way To You,’ along with four brand-new tracks. Listen to the new single!

The 44th annual edition of A CAPITOL FOURTH, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol on PBS, will welcome back Alfonso Ribeiro to host and perform on America’s National Independence Day celebration with all-star musical and patriotic performances from artists including Fantasia, Daren Criss, Smokey Robinson, and more.

Trey Anastasio, Kevin Bacon and Michael Bacon p/k/a The Bacon Brothers, Cary Barlowe, Andra Day, Rodney Chrome, El Debarge, Missy Elliott, Jason Isbell, Nile Rodgers, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Deniece Williams and Paul Williams will either present and/or perform at the 53rd Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 13th at the Marriot Marquis Hotel in New York City.

Acclaimed musician Brian Ray is set to release his highly anticipated solo album 'My Town' on August 2. Ray, renowned for his role as guitarist and bassist in Paul McCartney’s band since 2002, and as the former guitarist and music director for Etta James, has established himself as a versatile and gifted musician. Listen to a single from the album!

The Axelrod Performing Arts Center has shared this summer’s lineup of tribute bands, each of which is as close as you’ll get to experiencing the real thing! This lineup features the music of Elton John, The Eagles, Journey, Tom Petty and more.

“Every night, we try to burn their behind and they try to burn ours. That’s what makes it fun. When we are trying to outdo each other, that means we are putting out the show the fans came to see.” --Dr. Otis Williams

Legendary country songwriter Cindy Walker has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing her enduring legacy in music.

The Blue Strawberry in Midtown St. Louis welcomed John Lloyd Young on Wednesday evening for the first of two Shows.Highlights from his set included a soulful performance of the R & B classic “Show and Tell,” and a haunting introspective rendition of The Hollies song “The Air That I Breathe.” To say that Young’s voice is special is an understatement. His phrasing is impeccable. His vowels are open, pure, and rich. Young’s tenor is lush and resonant with pitch-perfect head and chest voice and a falsetto that soars. His vocal stylings are magnificent.  

Legendary singer-songwriter Mariah Carey joins Audible's 'Words + Music' series in the latest installment, 'Portrait of a Portrait'.

The first night Batiste went from performing solo, to playing with a jazz trio to playing with a 41-piece orchestra in a two-hour span. The following night The former musical director of LATE NIGHT WITH STEPHEN COLBERT unveiled a previously unheard piano concerto commissioned by ProMusica. Either night was a transformational performance.

The iconic Smokey Robinson will make a triumphant return to The Apollo's historic stage after nearly a decade. Renowned as the provider of the soundtrack to our lives, Apollo and GRAMMY Living Legend Smokey Robinson promises an electrifying night filled with soulful hits from his illustrious discography.  

Tiffany Mann, Aisha Jackson, Courtnee Carter, Charl Brown, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Ron Himes, Aramie Payton, Robby Clater and Natalie Kaye Clater will star in the Muny production of Dreamgirls.

EGOT winner Rita Moreno has won yet another award! On Tuesday, the actress visited The Jennifer Hudson Show to discuss some aspects of storied life and career. Following their conversation, Hudson presented Moreno with a Jennifer Hudson Show Legend Award for her icon status. Previous receipients of the award include Smokey Robinson and Mariah Carey. Watch the video here!