James Mtume

HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY Free Concert Series to Feature Kenny Lattimore, Kurtis Blow & More at NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026

NJPAC's free outdoor HORIZON SOUNDS OF THE CITY series will return to Chambers Plaza in Newark, featuring Kenny Lattimore, Kurtis Blow, CimaFunk, Vivian Green, Nice & Smooth, SPINALL, and a Tribute to Mtume.

JanArtsNYC 2024 to Feature Under the Radar Festival, Winter Jazz Fest & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2023

Discover the must-see performances and events at JanArtsNYC 2024, including the highly anticipated Under the Radar Festival and Winter Jazz Fest. Get all the details on this exciting showcase of talent and creativity in the entertainment industry.

2024 NYC WINTER JAZZFEST Celebrates 20 Seasons With the Full Spectrum of Jazz, January 10-18
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

NYC Winter Jazzfest has announced the initial list of artists to be featured at the 20th annual NYC Winter Jazzfest! Please mark your calendars for January 10-18, 2024.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Announces March and April 2022 Lineup at Dizzy's Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2022

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Queen Diva to Return to Off-Broadway in STRENGTH OF A WOMAN: A PHYLLIS HYMAN TRIBUTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2021

The Triad Theater, Off-Broadway Theatre, Queen Diva returns to Off-Broadway in “Strength of a Woman: A Phyllis Hyman Tribute” Labor Day Weekend '21 on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 7:00 pm after a two year hiatus.

An Evening With Queen Diva: Salute To Soul Divas Concert Will Stream
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2020

Metropolitan Zoom, The Leader in Virtual Cabaret, Jazz, and Comedy experiences, presents Queen Diva in 'An Evening with Queen Diva: Salute to Soul Divas” on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 7 pm CST/8 pm EST.

Apollo Theater Kicks Off Black History Month With A Free Open House, February 1
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2020

This February, the world famous Apollo Theater will kick off Black History Month with Apollo Open House: Celebration of Cool on Saturday February 1st from 1 p.m. a?" 6.p.m., to celebrate and explore the rich history of the Theater as it continues the legacy of Black History.

Queen Diva Stars In STRENGTH OF A WOMAN: A PHYLLIS HYMAN TRIBUTE
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2019

The Triad Theater, Off-Broadway Theatre, presents Queen Diva in "Strength of a Woman: A Phyllis Hyman Tribute 70th Birthday Celebration" on Saturday, July 6, 2019. The 120 minute tribute celebration begins with Phyllis Hyman's Disco Hit produced by New York's Own James Mtume 'You Know How To Love Me,' to Duke Ellington's "Sophisticated Ladies Medley-Sophisticated Ladies, A Train, It Don't Mean A Thing, In A Sentimental Mood" to her pivotal vocal performance in Brooklyn's own Spike Lee's "School Daze" singing "Be One"  to her recording career beginning with Veteran Producer Norman Connors singing "Betcha By Golly Wow" to  her favorite songs "What You Won't Do For Love," to "Old Friend" a song she would dedicate to her numerous dear friends who died of AIDS in the late 1980's and early 1990's.

STRENGTH OF A WOMAN: A PHYLLIS HYMAN TRIBUTE 70TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Announced At The Triad
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2019

The Triad Theater, Off-Broadway Theatre, presents Queen Diva in "Strength of a Woman: A Phyllis Hyman Tribute 70th Birthday Celebration" on Saturday, July 6, 2019. The 120 minute tribute celebration begins with Phyllis Hyman's Disco Hit produced by New York's Own James Mtume 'You Know How To Love Me,' to Duke Ellington's "Sophisticated Ladies Medley-Sophisticated Ladies, A Train, It Don't Mean A Thing, In A Sentimental Mood" to her pivotal vocal performance in Brooklyn's own Spike Lee's "School Daze" singing "Be One"  to her recording career beginning with Veteran Producer Norman Connors singing "Betcha By Golly Wow" to  her favorite songs "What You Won't Do For Love," to "Old Friend" a song she would dedicate to her numerous dear friends who died of AIDS in the late 1980's and early 1990's.

Harlem Week Honors Musical Legend James Mtume
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2017

Harlem Week will pay tribute to master composer & legendary producer/activist James Mtume on August 23, 2017 starting at 6:00 PM.

Funk Music Legend GEORGE CLINTON to Hold Book Signing at Museum of Moving Image
by Danielle DeSisto - Oct 3, 2014

George Clinton is one of the foremost innovators of funk music and the mastermind behind the bands Parliament and Funkadelic a.k.a. the P-Funk All Stars.

THE SPINNERS Join Picnic With The Pops
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 13, 2011

Join original members Bobbie Smith and Henry Fambrough as they are joined onstage by Charlton Washington, Jesse Peck, Marvin Taylor, a soul-infused 5-piece band, and the Columbus Symphony for an evening of Spinners' hits spanning nearly 40 years, including 'Rubberband Man,' 'Working My Way Back to You,' and 'Games People Play.'