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Jazz In The Alley 2023- Riverdale, Georgia

6/5/2023

Jazz In The Alley is back in Riverdale, Georgia, with an incredible lineup.
The FREE live jazz event on July 22, 2023, will include vocalist Lola Cole, trumpeter/ flugelhornist Milkshake Mayfield, and Ohio based band, FunkyardX.

Coolers, outside food, or beverages are not allowed but there will be food vendors on site to support

Jazz In The Alley- Riverdale 2023 will take place at
Amphitheater at Riverdale Town Center
7210 Church St
Riverdale, GA 30274
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Jazz In The Alley- Riverdale is sponsored by the City of Riverdale, Georgia.
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of FREE jazz in Riverdale, Georgia.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JAZZ IN THE ALLEY:
WEBSITE: thejazzinthealley.com
FACEBOOK: @jazzinthealley
INSTAGRAM: @jazzinthealley

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, GEORGIA:
WEBSITE: riverdalega.gov
INSTAGRAM: @cityofriverdale_ga
FACEBOOK: @CityofRiverdaleGA

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2023 Black Music Honors: Celebrity Elegance Meets Musical Brilliance

5/24/2023

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HEY SPEAKERS!!!!!

The 2023 Black Music Honors was a night of mesmerizing fashions and jaw dropping musical tributes.

Co-hosted by LeToya Luckett and DeRay Davis, the 8th annual Black Music Honors, celebrated Missy Elliott, SWV, Evelyn Champagne King, Jeffrey Osborne, and The Hawkins Family for their contributions to the American music landscape.

The late Bobby Caldwell was also given a heartfelt tribute, commemorating his remarkable 25-year career.

The stage came alive with unforgettable tribute performances by an array of extraordinary artists.
Anthony Hamilton feat. The Ton3s
LaTocha Scott of Xscape
Queen Naija
Elle Varner
Sheléa
Tina Campbell
Beverly Crawford
Kelontae Gavin
Zacardi Cortez
Raheem DeVaughn
Kenny Lattimore
Robin Thicke
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Nicole Wray
Lil' Mo
Sevyn Streeter
Da Brat
AND MANY MORE!!!

The night was a testament to the immense talent within the Black music community.

2023 Black Music Honors is set to premiere on The Stellar Network on June 3, followed by national broadcast syndication from June 10 to July 2, and a special airing on Bounce TV on June 19.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BLACK MUSIC HONORS:
blackmusichonors.com

The 8th Annual Black Music Honors, proudly presented by Procter and Gamble, is made possible with the generous support of sponsors such as AT&T, General Motors, Johnson & Johnson, State Farm, Verizon, and Walmart.
The show, executive produced by Don Jackson, with Jennifer J. Jackson serving as producer and executive in charge of production, and Michael A. Johnson as producer and director, promises to be a captivating tribute to the timeless impact of Black music.

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An Unforgettable Night of FREE Jazz in Norcross, Georgia, on June 3rd

5/20/2023

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When We Speak TV cordially invites you to Norcross, Georgia, for the 2023 Jazz In The Alley concert series, a FREE summer jazz concert series, thanks to generous sponsors.

Performing on June 3, 2023

·Adrienne Woods with The Headliner Band
·Grammy nominated Trumpeter Terence Harper

2023 Jazz In The Alley (Norcross) Sponsors
City of Norcross, Peachtree Awnings & Canopies, MikTu Naturals, The Local Peach, D7 Lounge, When We Speak TV, and Elite Behavioral Medicine.

Jazz In The Alley showcases various jazz fusionists with musical backgrounds in Folk, R&B, Latin, and Funk.
For more information about Jazz In The Alley, go to thejazzinthealley.com

To see the full 2023 Jazz In The Alley - Norcross Lineup go to:
2023 Jazz in the Alley Schedule: Celebrating 10 Years

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Come out and enjoy some FREE live jazz in Norcross, Georgia, at the 2023 Jazz In The Alley concert series.

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Missy Elliott, SWV, and More To Be Honored At 2023 Black Music Honors

4/20/2023

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Black Music Honors shines a spotlight on revolutionary artists and musicians who have made significant impact on African-American music. Produced by Central City Productions, the highly anticipated live taping will take place at the renowned Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday, May 19. The celebration will be co-hosted by singer and actress LeToya Luckett alongside comedic actor DeRay Davis.

Black Music Honors is an annual event that celebrates the illustrious achievements and exceptional contributions of urban music. This year's lineup of honorees include some of the most influential names in Black music history, such as hip-hop superstar, songwriter-producer, and cultural icon Missy Elliott; award-winning R&B vocal trio and one of the best-selling female groups of all time SWV; disco superstar vocalist, songwriter, record producer and all-around performer Evelyn "Champagne" King; widely-respected R&B/Soul crooner Jeffrey Osborne; and legendary gospel trailblazers The Hawkins Family.

Tickets for the live-taping event are available at blackmusichonors.com or you can purchase tickets at ticketmaster.com.

LIST OF ARTISTS TO PERFORM AT THE 2023 BLACK MUSIC HONORS INCLUDES

Tamar Braxton
Anthony Hamilton feat. The Ton3s
Tina Campbell of Mary Mary
Robin Thicke
Lil’ Mo
Kenny Lattimore
Raheem DeVaughn
Dave Hollister
Elle Varner
Sevyn Streeter
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Beverly Crawford
Le’Andria Johnson
Zacardi Cortez
Latocha Scott
Melvin Williams
The Shindellas
Juvenile
Kelontae Gavin
Kevin Lemons & Higher Calling

For more information about Black Music Honors, visit blackmusichonors.com or connect on social media @blackmusichonors on Facebook and Instagram or @blackmusichonor on Twitter.

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Comedian Kenan Thompson Announces 2023 Young Stars 360 National Talent Search

3/28/2023

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Award-winning actor, comedian, and producer Kenan Thompson announced today his 13th annual Young Stars 360 national talent search.
Co-created by Executive Producer, Cherie Chiles-Buchanan of Simply C Productions, and in partnership with the iconic Hard Rock International, Young Stars 360 will embark on a 12-city tour to discover and showcase extraordinary talents among youth aged 5 to 17.
The series will allow young talent to highlight their special abilities, whether it be in performing arts, media, or entrepreneurship, in front of prominent network executives, influencers, and entertainment professionals.

With a mission to illuminate the brightest young talents of tomorrow, the program empowers talented youth and their parents with a multi-tiered platform, designed to guide them through the nuances of the entertainment industry, enhance their portfolios, provide them with valuable industry insights, helping take their careers to the next level.

The national talent search will kick off at the Hard Rock Cafe in New Orleans on April 1 st , followed by stops in major cities including Atlanta, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York City, and more.

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Saturday, April 1, 2023 - Hard Rock Cafe - New Orleans, LA 9:00am – 4:00pm
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Saturday, April 8, 2023 - Hard Rock Cafe - Philadelphia, PA 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, April 8, 2023 - Hard Rock Cafe - San Antonio, TX 9:00am – 4:00pm
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Sunday, April 23, 2023 - Hard Rock Cafe - Washington D.C. 9:00am – 3:00pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023 - Hard Rock Cafe - Hollywood Blvd (LA), CA 9:00am – 4:00pm
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Sunday, May 7, 2023 - Hard Rock Cafe - Chicago, IL 9:00am – 4:00pm

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The Power of Conversation: Highlights from Night of Ideas Atlanta 2023

3/22/2023

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In the spirit of the 60th anniversary of Dr Martin Luther King's "I Have A Dream" speech, Night of Ideas Atlanta 2023 explored how the historical concept of rights opens the present to new political, cultural, and ethical possibilities.

At the Night of Ideas Atlanta 2023, we explored the National Center for Civil and Human Rights and enjoyed an educational and uplifting evening of talks and performances with academics, activists, artists, journalists, and thought leaders exploring the challenges of the present and the future and connecting the civil rights movement's history to the ongoing fight for justice and equality.

Thanks to the Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs, The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, and Villa Albertine for a lovely night.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT NIGHT OF IDEAS
For more information about go to nightofideas.org

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Opening Conversation
Gaëtan Bruel, James Richards, Monica Prothro

Defending Rights, Realizing Dreams.
Dr. Bernice A. King, Jill Savitt, Valérie Baud-Candau, Ashley Woods

Sweet. Work.
Okorie “OK Cello” Johnson

From 1963-2023, A French-American Dialogue on Political Activism and Nonviolent Resistance
Dr. Vicki Crawford, Charles Black, Nadia Chérif-Raguibi

And Then What: Music, Motivation, Imagination, and Change
Adlia Halim, Floyd Hall

you are what you eat… the system is broken? and other things to chew on
j. olu baiyewu, Ahmariah Jackson

Creating International Refugee Law: Negotiating Protection in the Height of the Civil Rights Movement, and the War in Vietnam
Robert Barsky, Dr. Stéphanie Boulard

Much More Than Just A Dream: 5 Powerful (But Forgotten) Messages from MLK’s “I Have a Dream” Speech
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Cultural Dreams for a Digital World
Marie Picard, Dr. Emmanuel Vergès

How to Fall in Love with a Creek
Hannah S. Palmer

Memories of the Civil Rights Era and Implications for Today
Dr. June Manning Thomas, Dr. Ellen Basset

Beyond Roe: Re-Designing Systems of Equity for Women in Georgia and in the US
Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall, Julie F. Kay, Kyesha Lindberg, Elayne DeLeo

Ensuring Education Equity for Refugee Girls
Elizabeth Elango, Erika Denman

The Invisible Made Visible: Using Art to Humanize Immigrants
Yehimi Cambrón, Veronica Hogan

The Second Dream: Can We Revive Dr. King’s Abandoned Vision for the School Children of America?
Douglas Blackmon, Laura McCarty

The Freedom Dreams of an Undocumented Student
Nayelly T., Erika Denman

The Rights of Nature
Felwine Sarr, Dr. Brigitte Stepanov

Access to a Full Public Education as a New Right?
Nora Nafaa

Ain’t I Human Too?
Tim'm West, Hanifah Walidah

Atlanta Music Project
Dantes Rameau

Teaching Liberation: The Impact of the Appeal for Human Rights on the Undocumented Student Movement in Georgia
Dr. Laura Emiko Soltis

Belonging as an Act of Justice: Re-imaging Homelessness Through the Lens of MLK’s Beloved Community
Terence Lester

It Was All a Dream?
Maboula Soumahoro, Anne-Gaëlle Saliot

Housing, Labor, and the Fight for Dignity
Chenée Joseph, Saba Long, Nsé Ufot

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David Hopings, Ahmariah Jackson

Civil Rights and Atlanta Today
Rose Scott, David Edwards, Moki Macias, Dr. Maurice Hobson, Dr. Na'Taki Osborne Jelks

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Sheila Pree Bright, Dr. Cheryl Finley, Dr. Deborah Willis

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Atlanta Jazz Festival 2023 Line Up: The Perfect Soundtrack to Your Summer

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Atlanta Jazz Festival 2023 Line Up: The Perfect Soundtrack to Your Summer

3/20/2023

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Mayor Andre Dickens has officially announced the lineup for the 2023 Atlanta Jazz Festival.

The Atlanta Jazz Festival is free and open to the public.

2023 ATLANTA JAZZ FESTIVAL LINEUP

FRIDAY, MAY 26TH, 2023

8:00 PM- The Apollo's Production of THE BLUES AND IT'S PEOPLE- This is a ticketed event that will be at the Atlanta Symphony Hall. Tickets can be purchased on the festival website.

SATURDAY, MAY 27TH, 2023

1:00 PM- LAKECIA BENJAMIN -jazz, funk, and R&B saxophonist
3:00 PM- TONY HIGHTOWER -vocalist
5:00 PM- DAVID SANCHEZ -Latin jazz saxophonist
7:00 PM- SAMARA JOY -vocalist
9:00 PM- JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS
10:00 PM- LATE NIGHT JAZZ CONCERT featuring CECILY- This is a ticketed event, and reservations can be made on the festival website.

SUNDAY, MAY 28TH, 2023

1:00 PM- SÉLÈNE SAINT-AIMÉ -afro-French bassist and vocalist
3:00 PM- BRANDEE YOUNGER -contemporary jazz, soul, and funk harpist
5:00 PM- JAVON JACKSON AND THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO NIKKI GIOVANNI -poet and saxophonist
7:00 PM- JOSE JAMES -hip-hop infused jazz vocalist
9:00 PM- STANLEY CLARKE -jazz fusion bassist

MONDAY, MAY 29TH, 2023

1:00 PM- SATYA -singer/songwriter
3:00 PM- JAMES FRANCES -pop influenced jazz pianist
5:00 PM- BRENDA NICOLE MOORER -singer/songwriter
7:00 PM- CHIEF XIAN ATUNDE ADJUAH (formerly Christian Scott) -trumpeter and jazz innovator
9:00 PM- LEDISI -R&B and jazz vocalist

Above is the 2023 Atlanta Jazz Festival line up for the Memorial Day weekend only.
For the complete list of artists for the entire month of May, go to: atljazzfest.com

2023 Atlanta Jazz Festival Artist Lineup

Atlanta Jazz Festival is one of the largest FREE jazz festivals in the country. An annual celebration of the music, culture, and art of jazz throughout the entire month of May and culminates each Memorial Day weekend, with an outdoor festival featuring jazz artists from all over the world.

The Atlanta Jazz Festival's mission is to expose and entertain a diverse audience of Jazz aficionados, young Jazz enthusiasts, and aspiring musicians to the rich heritage and variety of Jazz as an authentic form of American music.
Atlanta Jazz Festival is produced by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.

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3/20/2023

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3/20/2023

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More than 270 Performances Revealed for the 2023 French Quarter Festival

3/19/2023

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The music lineup for the 2023 French Quarter Festival is sure to please everyone with more than 270 performances from a variety of genres across 20 stages. The Riverfront Abita Beer Stage brings four days of music including headliners The Soul Rebels ft. Big Freedia, Ani DiFranco, Samantha Fish, and Tank and the Bangas. On Thursday night, Irma Thomas, Soul Queen of New Orleans closes out the stage with her last note followed by a special 40th-anniversary fireworks show on the riverfront, made possible by New Orleans & Company. Returning to JAX Lot, the Chevron Stage is a longtime Cajun/Zydeco destination well-known for its dancing crowds and energetic sounds. This year the Chevron Evening Concert Series features Big Chief Monk Boudreaux and the Golden Eagles, Erica Falls, Louisiana’s LeRoux, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. & the Zydeco Twisters, and free dance lessons daily.

The GE Stage in Jackson Square kicks off Thursday following the Festival’s Opening Ceremony and continues throughout the weekend with New Orleans’ most respected artists and culture-bearers including Lena Prima, The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, debut artist Charlie Gabriel and a special performance from Solid Harmony – A Tribute to Topsy Chapman, who began her French Quarter Festival journey the inaugural year. Artists on the Jack Daniel’s Stage in Canal Plaza bring a variety of sounds including performances from Latin band Muévelo, Rock artist and debut Zita, and favorites like R&B group Water Seed and The Dirty Dozen Brass Band. At the Tropical Isle Hand Grenade Stage, the lineup includes debut Rachel Fleetwood & Perfect Love Band, Higher Heights Reggae Band, Bag of Donuts, whose costumes are sure to liven up even the quietest Fest fan, a Sunday morning Gospel performance from debut choir The Zion Harmonizers and more.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint is now home to the Credit Human Songwriter Stage inside the museum on the 3rd floor Saturday - Sunday and will include performances and talks from artists such as Mia Borders and Cole Williams. Outside, fans can enjoy more than a dozen brass bands Friday-Sunday on the Louisiana Fish Fry Stage, and the WWL-TV Esplanade in the Shade Stage brings debut Jason Neville FunkySoul Band, Astral Project, Iceman Special, and more to the Festival. Stop by the Pan-American Life Insurance Group Stage Friday-Sunday for a fusion of Latin beats, World Music, and Jazz from debuts like Cyrus Nabipoor Quintet and Javier Olondo & AsheSon. Ernie’s Schoolhouse Stage located at the Homer A. Plessy Community School brings youth from across the city to perform including the John Ehret Jazz Ensemble and Edna Karr.

The festival brings more music and dancing to the French Quarter neighborhood with the return of the French Market Traditional Jazz Stage, which also features free dance lessons, and the French Market Dutch Alley Stage, both located in the French Market District. More traditional jazz stages join the Festival’s lineup on Saturday and Sunday on Royal and Bourbon St. including the Café Beignet Stage at Musical Legends Park and Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans, the Omni Royal Orleans Stage, Hancock Whitney Stage, and Zapp’s Potato Chips Stage.
French Quarter Festival also welcomes the Loyola University Stage at 400 Royal Street which kicks off Saturday with a performance by current students in the Loyola University Contemporary Ensemble(s).

The Complete Music Schedule is now available on frenchquarterfest.org.

French Quarter Fest Sponsors Include: Chevron, Abita Brewing Company, Aetna Better Health of Louisiana, Alka Seltzer, AOS Interior Environments , Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program, The Berger Company, Blue Bikes, Broussard’s Restaurant & Courtyard, Brown-Forman, Café Beignet, Caesars New Orleans - Coming 2024, Clarion Herald, Cumulus New Orleans

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2023 Black Music Honors: Celebrity Elegance Meets Musical Brilliance

HEY SPEAKERS!!!!!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BLACK MUSIC HONORS:
blackmusichonors.com

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2023 Jazz In The Alley (Norcross) Sponsors​City of Norcross, Peachtree Awnings & Canopies, MikTu Naturals, The Local Peach, D7 Lounge, When We Speak TV, and Elite Behavioral Medicine.

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Tickets for the live-taping event are available at blackmusichonors.com or you can purchase tickets at ticketmaster.com.

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To be kept up to date on the latest tour announcements and for more information, please visit www.YoungStars360.com and follow us on social via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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​COMPLETE SCHEDULE FOR NIGHT OF IDEAS ATLANTA 2023 INCLUDED:

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2023 ATLANTA JAZZ FESTIVAL LINEUP

FRIDAY, MAY 26TH, 2023

SATURDAY, MAY 27TH, 2023

SUNDAY, MAY 28TH, 2023

MONDAY, MAY 29TH, 2023

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PURCHASE TAMIKA SCOTT'S SOUTHERN FUSE SEASONING:

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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT Y'ANNA CRAWLEY: @yannasoulsings

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PINK AWARDS: thepinkawards.com

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​The Complete Music Schedule is now available on frenchquarterfest.org.

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·Adrienne Woods with The Headliner Band
·Grammy nominated Trumpeter Terence Harper

2023 Jazz In The Alley (Norcross) Sponsors
City of Norcross, Peachtree Awnings & Canopies, MikTu Naturals, The Local Peach, D7 Lounge, When We Speak TV, and Elite Behavioral Medicine.

COMPLETE SCHEDULE FOR NIGHT OF IDEAS ATLANTA 2023 INCLUDED:

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT Y'ANNA CRAWLEY:
@yannasoulsings

The Complete Music Schedule is now available on frenchquarterfest.org.