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Kirk Franklin has been a trailblazer in contemporary music for over two decades. He first burst onto the world stage with Kirk Franklin & The Family, forever changing the look and sound of gospel music. Since then, Franklin has written and produced a series of timeless, platinum-selling albums, for himself and for other top artists. Along the way, he has earned 12 GRAMMY Awards, 43 Stellar Awards, and has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. At NJPAC, Franklin will perform a variety of fan favorites and songs from his most recent release, Losing My Religion, which earned a 2017 GRAMMY for Best Gospel Album.

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Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 
Brandy, Pharrell Williams, & Kirk Franklin To Be Honored by the Recording Academy
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025

The Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective (BMC) will host the fourth annual Recording Academy Honors, celebrating the careers of Pharrell Williams, Brandy and Kirk Franklin on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026.
David And Tamela Mann Bring THE LOVE & RELATIONSHIP TOUR To The Tobin Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025

David and Tamela Mann will bring The Love & Relationship Tour to the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts as part of their 2026 national schedule. The program will combine music, storytelling, and guided conversation about their decades-long partnership.
Listen: Jennifer Hudson Shares Extended Edition of 'The Gift Of Love' Holiday Album
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

EGOT-winner Jennifer Hudson has released an extended holiday edition of her 2024 Grammy-nominated album  The Gift of Love. The new edition includes two new bonus tracks: “Mary, Did You Know?” and “Let There Be Joy.' Listen to it now!
Cynthia Erivo, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2026 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!
Brandon Lake's King of Hearts Tour Hits Landers Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025

Catch Brandon Lake live at the Landers Center on November 7, featuring hits like Gratitude and new songs from his album, King of Hearts.
Alexis Tidwell Comes to 54 Below This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

Marking ten years since she left her home in Tennessee for NYC to pursue a career in entertainment, Alexis revisits through song a few lessons that the last decade has taught her.
Grammy Winner Jacob Collier to Join The Philly Pops in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

The Philly Pops will be performing at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts for an electrifying concert featuring the boundary-breaking musical phenomenon Jacob Collier. Learn more!
THE PROUD FAMILY: LOUDER AND PROUDER to Return for Season 3 in August
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2025

Season three of “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” will premiere Thursday, Aug. 6 on Disney+. Ahead of the summer debut, the series has also been renewed for a fourth season, coming to Disney+ in 2026.  
South Jersey Jazz Society Presents JERSEY FRESH Jazz@ThePoint Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2025

South Jersey Jazz Society (SJJS) recently announced that its annual jazz festival, Jazz@ThePoint, will take place from Oct. 16 to 18 in Somers Point. Titled “Jersey Fresh,” the three-day festival will highlight headlining artists that either were born in or currently reside in New Jersey.
OZ Arts Nashville's 2025 Brave New Works Lab To Premiere Four New Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

Contemporary arts center OZ Arts Nashville's fourth annual Brave New Works Lab will premiere a diverse, multidisciplinary collection of four inventive new performances by local artists. Learn more and see how to attend!
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Anniversary Tour And Jacob Collier Added To Kravis Center Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts has announced two thrilling shows have been added to the October 2025 lineup. Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, April 25 at 10 a.m..
Kirk Franklin, Charles Jenkins, John P. Kee, Ed Cash And More Honored At The 2025 BMI Trailblazers Of Gospel Music Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

BMI celebrated the best in Gospel music at the 2025 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards held at Flourish in Atlanta, GA. Gospel music pioneer and pastor John P. Kee was honored as a Trailblazer of Gospel Music in recognition of his artistry and inspiring influence on the genre throughout his prolific career spanning over 40 years. 
Tamela and David Mann to Embark on ‘The Live Breathe Fight Tour’
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Award-winning power couple Tamela and David Mann are bringing faith, family, and phenomenal music together like never before with The Live Breathe Fight Tour – a must-see event uniting some of gospel’s most powerful voices.
Photos: Inside The Beautiful City Project's THE GOSPEL TRUTH: SECOND EDITION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025

The Beautiful City Project's February cabaret THE GOSPEL TRUTH: SECOND EDITION, featured an all-Black cast and band, and raised funds and awareness for Sunshine Gospel Ministries, a Chicago organization celebrating its 120th year. See photos here! 
R&B Singer Chrisette Michele To Perform At LIGHTS OF THE LINCOLN
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025

The Lincoln Theatre Association will host Grammy Award-winning recording artist Chrisette Michele on Thursday, April 3, at 8 pm. Michele is most known for her wedding anthem, “A Couple of Forevers” and hit Rick Ross collaboration hip hop tune, “Aston Martin Music.”
The Roots Picnic Unveil 2025 Lineup Featuring Lenny Kravitz, GloRilla & More
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

Delivering a musical and cultural experience without comparison, GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum hip-hop luminaries The Roots and Live Nation Urban have announced the 2025 installment of Roots Picnic, which includes D’Angelo, Lenny Kravitz, GloRilla, and more.

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