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IMG Artists Presents Damien Sneed in “Tribute to Aretha Franklin: Queen of Soul” feat. Valerie Simpson & Karen Clark Sheard | Tour Kicks Off Feb. 3rd, 2022


 
IMG Artists Presents Multi-Talented Bandleader
Damien Sneed in A Tribute to Aretha Franklin,
The Queen of Soul in a 26-City North American Tour
Featuring Singer-Songwriter Icon Valerie Simpson and Gospel Legend Karen Clark Sheard
 
(New York, NY – January 10, 2022) – Damien Sneed, the multi-genre composer, bandleader, musician and vocalist, announces a brand-new multi-media touring show for 2022, titled A Tribute to Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul.

The Carr Center Presents “To Stevie With Love” Tribute Concert | Feb. 26th, 2022


 
The Carr Center Presents “To Stevie With Love”
Tribute Concert featuring Terri Lyne Carrington,
Grégoire Maret, Michael Mayo,
Frank McComb, and Others
 
Detroit’s Legacy Black Arts Organization Celebrates
Motown Legend Stevie Wonder
During Black History Month
 
(Detroit, MI – January 25, 2022) –Detroit’s The Carr Center at DSA will present the dynamic live concert titled To Stevie With Love on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at the Detroit School of Arts, Ford Theatre, 123 Selden Street, at 7:30 p.m.

The George Floyd Commemorative Concert | May 30th, 2021 in Houston, TX


 
George Floyd Commemorative Concert Announced For May 30th in Houston, TX
 
The George Floyd Foundation will Host a Commemorative Concert To Mark The One Year Anniversary of The Tragic Death and The Continued Fight for #JusticeForGeorge
 
HOUSTON, May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The George Floyd Foundation (GFF) announced today that they will host a George Floyd Commemorative Concert on Sunday, May 30, 2021 in Houston, Texas.

12th Annual Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour | Kicks Off May 17th, 2018


 
McDonald’s Reinforces its Commitment to the Community through 12th Annual Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour
 
Free Concert Series Continues Support for Ronald McDonald House Charities, Introduces New Scholarship for one HBCU Student
 
OAK BROOK, Ill., March 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — McDonald’s USA announced the return of one of its staple events, the 12th Annual Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour. The longest-running, brand-owned gospel tour of its kind is back with an award-winning talent line-up sure to please fans nationwide.

Harlem Stage Presents “ELLA – A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION” in New York | Jan. 16th, 2018


 
Harlem Stage Presents
ELLA – A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 – 7:00PM
 
NOVEMBER 20, 2017 – New York, NY — On January 16, 2018 at 7:00pm, join Harlem Stage — the legendary uptown venue that for over 30 years has been promoting the creative legacy of Harlem and artists of color — for a special winter benefit performance that will honor the life and work of Ella Fitzgerald.

The 38th Annual John Coltrane Memorial Concert: “ORNETTE ‘N ‘TRANE” | Oct. 24th, 2015

Ornette & Trane
 
38th John Coltrane Memorial Concert: “ORNETTE ‘N ‘TRANE” — repertoire set for concert on October 24, 2015
 
“ORNETTE ‘N ‘TRANE” : the 38th Annual John Coltrane Memorial Concert, co-presented by Friends of John Coltrane Memorial Concert (fJCMC) and Northeastern Center for the Arts. Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $30 general admission, $25 students/seniors, $40 VIP [all ticket prices include service charge]. Held in Blackman Theatre, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115. For tickets: tickets.neu.edu, 617-373-4700 (TTY 617-373-2184); further information on the concert can be found at www.friendsofjcmc.org.

The 8th Annual All-Star Gospel Celebration in Houston, TX | Feb. 16th, 2013

The 8th Annual All-Star Gospel Celebration will honor Gabrielle “Gabby” Douglas, Tracy McGrady, CleRenda McGrady, and
Roland Martin   


HOUSTON, Feb. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — Former Miss Black Texas, Tomeka Holyfield in conjunction with NBA Entertainment, brings the Gospel to All Star Weekend with a star studded celebration of Faith and Inspiration.  The 8th Annual All Star Gospel Celebration will honor Olympic Gold Medalist Gabrielle “Gabby” Douglas, NBA All Star Tracy McGrady and wife CleRenda McGrady, Journalist and Political Analyst Roland Martin, and several local pastors.

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The 8th Annual All-Star Gospel Celebration in Houston, TX | Feb. 16th, 2013

The 8th Annual All-Star Gospel Celebration will honor Gabrielle “Gabby” Douglas, Tracy McGrady, CleRenda McGrady, and
Roland Martin   


HOUSTON, Feb. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — Former Miss Black Texas, Tomeka Holyfield in conjunction with NBA Entertainment, brings the Gospel to All Star Weekend with a star studded celebration of Faith and Inspiration.  The 8th Annual All Star Gospel Celebration will honor Olympic Gold Medalist Gabrielle “Gabby” Douglas, NBA All Star Tracy McGrady and wife CleRenda McGrady, Journalist and Political Analyst Roland Martin, and several local pastors.

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The 1st Annual 80’s Fest in Boca Raton, FL | Feb. 23rd, 2013

80’s Fest Proudly Announces its 1st Annual Festival Bringing Back The Unforgettable 80’s Decade With World-Class 80’s Celebrities and 80’s Themed Entertainment


  
80’s Celebrities performing include Eddie Money “Take Me Home Tonight”, Debbie Gibson “Only In My Dreams”, Gioia Bruno (Expose) “Let Me Be The One”, Stacey Q “Two Of Hearts”, Pretty Poison / Jade Sterling “Catch Me I’m Falling”, E Casanova (world’s #1 Michael Jackson tribute artist) and others to be unveiled in the coming weeks.


BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — On Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 3 PM till 10 PM, Karma Entertainment Group, LLC will hold the 1st Annual 80’s Fest, an original 80’s themed festival with a program that includes entertainment for all ages, food and drinks. The Festival will be held at Sunset Cove Amphitheater at 12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33498.

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The 2nd Annual Hero Awards & Tribute | May 6th, 2012

The Second Annual Hero Awards & Tribute | May 6th, 2012. Honoring Gil Scott-Heron & Much More


North Hollywood, CA – KPFK 90.7 announces its honorees for the 2nd Annual Hero Awards and Tribute. The Hero Awards is a benefit series for the Los Angeles-based Pacifica Radio station. The event honors icons of our time that have left an impact on music and community. This year’s honoree is Gil Scott-Heron (musician/political poet), with special awards to Charlie Haden (musician/activist), Fernando Pullum (musician/educator) and a Lifetime Achievement Award to Pete Seeger (musician/activist) for his contributions as an artist and activist in the U.S. To continue, please click “MORE”!

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