Interview: R&B Group Honey Cone Makes Their 54 Below Debut on July 13th
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 3, 2024
Honey Cone, the timeless hit-making group and members of the Soul Music Hall of Fame, make their 54 Below debut in Honey Cone: Now, Then & Forever. Named the “Best Female Vocal Group” by the National Association of Television and Radio Announcers, Honey Cone will take the audience on a thrilling journey through their celebrated music catalog.
Fox Jackson Releases Title Track From Upcoming EP
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2024
“A Sex Demo” is the title-track and first single to be released from the upcoming EP which focuses on relationships… Being in relationships, being around relationships and talking about relationships. Listen to the song now!
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.
Allan Raskall Joins The Cast Of CLUB VEGAS THE SPECTACLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 24, 2024
The producers of CLUB VEGAS THE SPECTACLE have announced that they have secured the services of Nine News entertainment reporter Allan Raskall for the return Melbourne season at the Athenaeum theatre from May 29 2024.
Melissa Manchester Releases New Single 'Just Too Many People'
by Michael Major - Jan 26, 2024
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and Funny Girl star Melissa Manchester is gearing up to captivate audiences once again with her latest single and accompanying music video, 'Just Too Many People.' The accompanying music video unfolds within the iconic streets of New York City, capturing the spirit of the song through camera angles.
CAP UCLA Hosts Two Nights of Deep-Rooted Storytelling at The Nimoy
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2024
UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) will present two nights of deep-rooted storytelling through music and poetry at The Nimoy with Martha Redbone Roots Project on Friday, February 9 followed by the continuation of the Poetry Uncut series: Part II as J. Ivy hosts performances by Ursula Rucker and Abiodun Oyewole on Saturday, February 10.
Review: TREVOR NELSON'S SOUL CHRISTMAS, Royal Albert Hall
by Mica Blackwell - Dec 19, 2023
Part of this year's star-studded Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall season, award-winning Radio 2 DJ and urban music pioneer Trevor Nelson returns with his third Soul Christmas concert. A smash hit since starting in 2019, Nelson brings in a mix of familiar faces and newcomers to this year's concert that adds a little funk to the holidays.
Review: JOYFUL!JOYFUL! at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti Kennedy - Dec 13, 2023
What did our critic think of JOYFUL!JOYFUL! at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe? With their Christmas Card to the Sarasota Community, the WBTT encapsulates traditional and contemporary treasures of holiday music. This show is part Spiritual, part R&B show and part Rock Concert! This show was created by Nate Jacobs, Founder and Artistic Director of WBTT. The intention of this show was to create a feeling of gratitude and to “remind us to celebrate the gift of life”. In this performance I would say that this ensemble has surpassed this assignment!