Hosted by ​Jekalyn Carr and Tye Tribbett 

The 36th Annual Stellar Gospel Awards premeire on Sunday, August 1st, at 8PM ET/PT on BET, BET Her, and BET Gospel.

The Stellar Awards not only recognizes the year’s best performances in the genre, but also honors gospel music icons and those who have been instrumental in advocating for the gospel industry.

Top nominees for this year’s ceremony include former Stellar Awards host Jonathan McReynolds, who received eight nominations this year. Anthony Brown & group therAPy, Kierra Sheard, Maverick City Music, and Pastor Mike, Jr. each received seven nominations, including a nod each for Artist of the Year.

​Other celebrated artists receiving multiple Stellar nominations include Tasha Cobbs Leonard, The Clark Sisters, Rev. Luther Barnes and the Restoration Worship Center Choir, the Chicago Mass Choir, and host Jekalyn Carr. 

​Brothers in a gospel group struggle to find balance of life, love, faith and religion, while under the strict rule of their father, a megachurch reverend.

Canelita Sabrosa will be taking over Betty Mauldin Park on July 17, 2021, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m at
Jazz In The Alley in historic downtown Norcross, GA.
​There will be an intermission performance by Port Curtis Band.
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This event is free!!!
During the band breaks, take an easy stroll and check out the deals in our downtown shops! Bring chairs, a cooler (no glass, please) and come chill.

WEBSITE:  thejazzinthealley.com
FACEBOOK: jazzinthealley
INSTAGRAM:  jazzinthealley

​Jazz in the Alley is a free jazz concert series sponsored by the City of Norcross, Georgia. The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds. For more information about Jazz In The Alley go here.

Piedmont Park Arts Festival
Big annual outdoor arts and crafts festival in Piedmont Park, with up to 250 artists working in a variety of media, art demonstrations, live music, food and more. More details

​– Atlanta African Dance & Drum Festival, July 31 - August 1 2021
Annual festival celebrating the music, art and culture of the African continent. More details

– Phish, July 31 - August 1 2021
Concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta. More details

– Maks & Val: Stripped Down Tour, August 1 2021
Dance performance at the Buckhead Theatre. More details

– Rise Against – Nowhere Generation Tour, August 6 2021
Concert at The Tabernacle. More details
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– Miranda Lambert: Wildcard Tour 2021, August 6 2021
Concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta. More details

– Atlanta Dogwood Festival, August 6-8 2021
Very popular annual arts, music and food festival in Piedmont Park, with artists market, children’s activities, international village, rides and more. Free admission. More details

– ATL Comic Convention, August 6-8 2021
Comic book and popular culture convention at the Georgia World Congress Center. Advance purchase 3-day admission from $60. More details

– FroRibbean Fest, August 7 2021
Annual festival of Afro-Caribbean music, with food, games, and dancing. More details

– Kings of Leon: When You See Yourself Tour, August 7 2021
Concert at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. More details

– Georgia Bridal Show, August 8 2021
Bridal trade show at the Cobb Galleria Center. Tickets $10. More details

– Rock 100.5’s BAND CAMP Presents Korn & Staind, August 8 2021
Concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta. More details
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– PeachFest, August 8 2021
Annual food festival centered around the Georgia peach, with peach-based foods and drinks from local farms, restaurants, breweries and distilleries. Event is in association with the Dogwood Festival for 2021. More details

– TRAP Karaoke, August 13 2021
Participatory concert at the Buckhead Theatre. More details

– Lynyrd Skynyrd – Big Wheels Keep On Turnin’ Tour, August 13 2021
Concert at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. More details

– BeREGGAE, August 13-15 2021
Annual festival of Afro-Caribbean music and culture in Piedmont Park, with live performances, DJs, food vendors, arts, and more. Free admission. More details

– Decatur BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass Festival, August 14 2021
Annual food and music festival in Legacy Park, Decatur. Ticket purchase required. More details

– Sweet Auburn Springfest, August 14-15 2021
The biggest free outdoor festival in the southeastern states, held in the historic Sweet Auburn district, with live music, vendors, food and more. Free admission. More details
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– Festival of India, August 15 2021
Annual festival of Indian culture in celebration of India’s Independence Day. More details

​– James Taylor with Jackson Browne, August 17 2021
Concert at the Gas South Arena. More details

– VIRTUAL EVENT BronzeLens Film Festival, August 17-22 2021
Annual film festival highlighting film-making by people of color. More details

– Alanis Morissette with Garbage and Liz Phair, August 20 2021
Concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta. More details

– Atlanta ShortsFest, August 20-21 2021
Annual festival of independent short film making in a variety of genres. More details

– Southern-Fried Gaming Expo, August 20-22 2021
Gaming expo at the Marriott Renaissance Waverly, with new and retro console and arcade games, RPGs, tournaments, vendors, guest speakers and more. More details

– Wilco + Sleater-Kinney – It’s Time, August 21 2021
Concert at the Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park. More details

– COLORS Worldwide Presents: R&B ONLY LIVE with Tiara Monique and Jabari, August 21 2021
Concert at The Tabernacle. More details

– Jason Aldean: Back in the Saddle Tour, August 21 2021
Concert at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. More details

– Blackberry Smoke – Spirit of the South Tour, August 21 2021
Concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta. More details

– POSTPONED TO MARCH Iliza Shlesinger: The Forever Tour, August 21 2021
Comedy show at the Fox Theatre. Tickets from $39.50. More details

​– African American Golf Expo and Forum, August 21-24 2021
Golf expo at the Marietta Hilton and Convention Center, with golfing activities, exhibits, workshops, and other events. More details

– African American Golf Expo and Forum, August 21-24 2021
Golf expo at the Marietta Hilton and Convention Center, with golfing activities, exhibits, workshops, and other events. More details

– Hamilton, August 24 - September 26 2021
US tour of the popular Broadway musical, at the Fox Theatre. More details

– Harry Connick, Jr and his Band – Time to Play!, August 26 2021
Concert at the Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park. More details

– Jazz on the Lawn, August 27 2021
Outdoor concert series at the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. More details

– Chris Stapleton’s All-American Roadshow, August 27 2021
Concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta. More details

– Days of the Dead, August 27-29 2021
Horror convention at the Atlanta Sheraton. Daily tickets from $30. More details

– Rumours, August 28 2021
Concert at the Buckhead Theatre. More details

– Yacht Rock Revival, August 28 2021
Concert at the Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park. More details

– Chris Stapleton’s All-American Roadshow, August 28 2021
Concert at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. More details

– Festival Peachtree Latino, August 29 2021
Big annual festival of Latino cultures in Piedmont Park, with international food, concert and other live music, exhibitors, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities and more. Free admission. More details
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– KISS: End of the Road World Tour, August 29 2021
Concert at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. More details

​Hey Speakers, It's Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV, here to tell you about 5 events that are making a comeback this year.

Experience jazz at its best in Historic downtown Norcross, GA. Just a few miles north of Atlanta at JAZZ IN THE ALLEY, a free outdoor music concert series featuring some of the best and talented jazz artists from Atlanta and surrounding cities.  When We Speak TV is a proud sponsor of Jazz In The Alley, so come out and enjoy some great music with us at Jazz In The Alley.  Find out more at thejazzinthealley.com

​Next Up… the ATLANTA JAZZ FESTIVAL held for over 40 years in the City of Atlanta. This free festival is scheduled for Labor Day Weekend.  You don't want to miss the Atlanta Jazz Festival.. Check out this years stellar lineup and festival info at atlantafestivals.com

​Speaking of Labor Day, the RIVERFRONT JAZZ FESTIVAL in Dallas, Texas, is a multistage musical festival that cultivates, promotes, and spotlights renowned musical artists from around the world as well as promising young artists from the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. To learn more go to tbaalriverfrontjazzfestival.org.

Now let's head down to the Big Easy for the FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL, a free annual music festival held in New Orleans, Louisiana. With over 20 stages the French Quarter Festival has consistently been voted a local festival favorite.  Check it out at frenchquarterfest.org.

​While you’re in New Orleans, visit our friends at BRONNER BROTHERS INTERNATIONAL BEAUTY SHOW, for 3 fabulous days of exhibits, education, entertainment and 1 amazing hair battle. For more information go to bronnerbros.com

​Well there you have it 5 great events breathing life back into your pandemic stricken souls!!!
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​​As New Orleans makes its comeback, fall 2021 will deliver nearly a year’s-worth of events in a few short months. At the City's request, FQFI organizers have consolidated festival activities into an action-packed three-days in order allow the city to focus its security and safety resources on the New Orleans Saints home game on Sunday, October 3. 

FQFI has shifted programming in order to maximize the concentrated schedule and present time-honored festival traditions, stages, and performances. The event will bring regional cuisine from more than 50 local restaurants, hundreds of Louisiana musicians on 19 stages, and special events that celebrate New Orleans’ diverse, unique culture. The festival will operate from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday, September 30 through Saturday, October 2.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL
WEBSITE: frenchquarterfest.org
FACEBOOK: fqfest
INSTAGRAM: FQFEST
TWITTER: FQfestNOLA

​As an official sponsor, When We Speak TV cordially invites you to historic downtown Norcross, Georgia, for the 2021 Jazz In The Alley concert series, highlighting elite and emerging jazz artists.

​Held in historic downtown Norcross, Georgia, (Betty Mauldin Park), Jazz In the Alley has an upward attendance of 1,000 and IT'S FREE,  thanks to generous sponsors like the City of Norcross, Peachtree Awnings, and Elite Behavioral Medicine.  So bring your entire family.

All concerts begin at 7:30PM.

For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms.

June 26th- Nubia Soul Goddess & Groove Centric
July 17th-  Canelita Sabrosa
August 14th - Maiesha McQueen & Anonymous Da Band
September 25th - Shena Renee

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Music Midtown will begin on Saturday, September 18th and end on Sunday, September 19th at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, Georgia.

​Waiting to snag your tickets for this year's festival? Here's your chance! 2-Day GA, GA+, VIP and Super VIP Tickets are on sale now.

With so many events being cancelled in 2020, it is super exciting to announce that Jazz In The Alley is coming back to Norcross, Georgia this summer!!!!

​Jazz at its best will be taking over Betty Mauldin Park late summer thru early fall from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Local eateries are jazzing things up with some delish chef specials to-go that make it a perfect date night or girl’s night out. During the band breaks, take an easy stroll and check out the deals in our downtown shops! Bring chairs, a cooler (no glass, please) and come chill.

​In recognition and celebration of Black Music Month, Chicago-based television production company Central City Productions will present the 2021 Black Music Honors in commemoration of Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated holiday honoring the end of slavery in the United States, which is officially celebrated on June 19th. The evening of celebrations and special moments will be pre-taped at the City Winery in Nashville, Tennessee, and televised in national broadcast syndication starting June 5 to July 4, 2021 and on Saturday, June 19 at 1:00 p.m. EST on Bounce TV.

Emmy® Award-winning talk show host, comedienne and author Loni Love will host the star-studded two-hour special which will honor artists and musicians who have influenced and made significant contributions to American music. 

​The honorees for this year’s Black Music Honors includes multiple Grammy® Award-nominated R&B legend Angie Stone tapped to receive the Soul Music Icon Award, Grammy® Award-nominated singer, songwriter and actor Ginuwine will receive the Urban Music Icon Award, multiple Stellar Award-winning and Grammy® Award-nominated gospel vocalist Marvin Sapp will receive the Gospel Music Icon Award, and Grammy® Award-winning jazz virtuoso, Ramsey Lewis will receive the Legends Award. The National Museum of African American Music will be honored with the Legacy Award.

The 6th Annual Black Music Honors is being sponsored by AT&T, State Farm and GM. 
 
For more information on Black Music Honors, please visit www.blackmusichonors.com and connect on social media @blackmusichonors.

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​URBAN ONE HONORS, will pay special homage to the International Sweethearts of Rhythm. The critically acclaimed, all-female jazz band of the 1930s included Helen Jones Woods, a founding member and mother of Urban One Founder and Chairwoman, Cathy Hughes. The Sweethearts band, comprised of 17 ethnically diverse members who achieved international accolades despite discrimination, sexism and Jim Crow – to become symbols of success against adversity.
​URBAN ONE HONORS will air on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 9 p.m. ET/8C on TV One and will be simulcast for the first time on TV One’s sister network, CLEO TV. 

​The annual awards program will feature three performances dedicated to 'The Sweethearts.' Each musical selection will commemorate electrifying performances of the jazz and soul ensemble's hit singles with a modern twist. The ceremony will also feature with talented, contemporary, female performers including Jazmine Sullivan, Da Brat, Le'Andria Johnson, Avery Sunshine, and the all-female house band Kim Burse and the KB Players.

​Grammy-Award-winning gospel artist Erica Campbell and award-winning journalist, author, and syndicated columnist Roland Martin will host the event. This year's theme is 'Women Leading the Change' and will highlight the extraordinary contributions of women in business, media, health, politics, and community outreach, who are leading impactful change within the Black community. Now in its third year, Urban One Honors was created to acknowledge and pay homage to individuals and organizations whose work significantly impacts culture and society- at large.
 
This year's URBAN ONE HONORS will commemorate the myriad achievements of women leaders who are blazing trails and creating new pathways for others in their respective areas of expertise. Categories of recognition reflect the tireless effort and triumphant accomplishments achieved by the honorees and include: 
 
·    Voting Rights Champion dedicated to a fearless leader whose efforts help to build political infrastructure by turning out voters and protecting their votes. 
 
·    Business Alchemist presented to a leader tapped for successfully breaking the glass ceiling to blaze new trails in corporate America. 
 
·    Investigative Journalism Crusader bestowed upon a media maven who is reframing the national conversation by covering the impediments and contributions made by Black Americans. 
 
·    Health Equality Advocate awarded to a champion of health who answered the call to eliminate institutional barriers preventing healthcare to those in her community. 
 
·    Reparations Ambassador who is working to break down systemic racism and barriers that have held African Americans back. 
 
·    Family Needs Ambassador presented to a resilient provider of direct service and resources to individuals in crisis within the community she serves. 
    
The inspiring night of excellence will also feature exciting musical performances, unprecedented collaborations, and surprise appearances to be announced in the coming months.